This weekend (Jan 28-29th), Singapore is packed to the brim with some fun activities. We narrow down the best ones so you and your kids can spend quality time together.
Text: Atika Lim and Gowri Somasundaram
What: What better way to welcome the Year of the Rooster than taking part in the annual festivities at the Floating Platform? Celebrations, local and regional performances await you from the 27th of January to the 4th of Feb.
Admission: Free
Visit: The Float @ Marina Bay
What: Meet the funny-version of people from Britain’s past. Horrible History: Best of Barmy Britain, engages both the young and old in spreading the knowledge of history. Recommended for children above five- years-old.
Admission: Prices vary. Check website for details
Visit: KC Arts Centre, Home of SRT
What: Take this rare chance to visit the President’s house on the second day of Chinese New Year this year. The Istana Grounds is open to the public and will host a variety of performances celebrating the Lunar New Year.
Admission: Free for Singaporeans and PRs. Other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $2 per person.
Visit: Istana
What: This entertaining tale of a Stick Man who has to find his way back to the Family Tree is an all-round show with its fair share of live music, songs and puppetry. This funny yet touching production is recommended for children aged three and above.
Admission: Prices vary. Check website for details.
Visit: KC Arts Centre, Home of SRT
What: Watch your children join Batman’s crew to defeat villains and save the city! Take this chance to take photos with Batman, Batgirl and Robin at the LEGO Batman Escape Room.
Admission: Free
Visit: Basement 4, ION Orchard
What: Welcome the New Year with your family surrounded by a dazzling display of flowers such as the red Dahlias and Begonias. Also be treated to the first ever projection mapping depicting scenes of the New Year celebrations at Flower Dome.
Admission: Prices vary. Check website for details
Visit: Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay
What: Visit the Singapore Philatelic Museum this New Year and get the chance to visit the Harry Potter and the Chicken and Egg exhibitions. Also have fun by bringin your kids to the Dress-Up Booth and enjoy Chinese New Year tunes by a professional Malay Guzheng player.
Admission: Free
Visit: Singapore Philatelic Museum
What: Catch spectacular LED dragon dance and meet the three gods of Prosperity, Status and Longevity at the Night Safari. Take this chance to watch the animals enjoy their CNY snacks.
Admission: Prices vary. Check website for details.
Visit: Night Safari
What: Watch the electrifying Chingay Parade happening at the F1 Pit Building. From pyrotechniques to fireworks and so much more, your kids will love it.
Admission: Check website for details.
Visit: F1 Pit Building
What: For 10 days starting from Chinese New Year, the Esplanade will be holding a dazzling variety of actives and performances for your little ones to indulge in.
Admission: Check website for details.
Visit: The Esplanade