This weekend (September 10-12th), 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.
What: This two-day convention is perfect for comic book and pop culture fans looking to meet comic book artists and illustrators. Comic book illustrator, writer and toy designer Emma Ríos, Nick Spencer and Jon-Paul Kaiser will be at the event to meet fans and enthusiasts.
Dress your kids up in their favourite superheroes or characters and let them join in the fun.
Admission: Tickets start at $19 for a one day entry
Visit: Level B2, Hall E & F, Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre
What: At this workshop, your kids will learn to turn materials like paper, toilet paper rlls and crepe paper into beautiful bunny rabbit figurines. Your kids get to take their creations home afterwards as a souvenir.
Admission:Admission is free
Visit: Concourse, Esplanade Theatres on the Bay, Saturday & Sunday, 2PM to 6PM
What: This charity walk to raise money for Habitat For Humanity Singapore requires you to walk barefoot and literally feel what it’s like to in the shoes (or out!) of people less fortunate.
Admission: From $35 per person, $140 for a family of four, register here www.bareyoursole.sg
Visit: OCBC Square, Kallang Wave Mall, Saturday, 7:30AM to 12PM
What: With lantern walkabouts, live music performances and outdoor movie screenings, this picnic organised by Families For Life is set to be fun and perfect for the family.
Admission: Free
Visit: Jurong Central Park, Saturday, 5PM to 9:30PM
What: Mooncakes are a staple every Mid-Autumn Festival. Learn how to make these delicious treats this weekend with your little ones. You can mix and match the colours of your custom snowskin mooncakes and bring it home to eat. This two hour workshop is great for kids aged 6 to 12 years.
Admission: From $30
Visit: Rehearsal Studio, Esplanade Theatres By The Bay
What: Take your kids to this water sport carnival by the People’s Association. Sports like stand up paddling, windsurfing and kayaking at available for your kids to try out.
Admission: $5
Visit: Water Venture, East Coast. Sunday, 11AM to 3:30PM
What: Act 3 International presents Jack and the Beanstalk by UK-based children’s theatre, Lyngo Company. With a stellar music score by Carlo Capelli and beautiful props, set and cast, the play will capture the hearts of its young audience.
Admission: $129 for family package of 4, available at SISTIC
Visit: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building
Photo: Act 3 International
What: Kids aged 11 and up will love this workshop that teaches them how to create designs on fabric using traditional batik techniques with painting, hot wax and colour dyes.
Cost: $60 per child
Visit: Block B #03-19 Goodman Arts Centre, Saturday, 2:30PM to 4:30PM
What: This garden festival has edible garden tours, art workshops and tours for you and your kids to learn a little more about plants.
Admission: Admission is free
Visit: Hort Park, Exhibition Gallery
What: Sign up for the Parent & Child 1.5km fun run where you and your child run through obstacle courses that test your accuracy, memory and fitness. Hang around after the race for a mini-carnival with a myriad of local snacks, free iced Milo and energetic performances by Metta School’s Stomp Warriors.
Admission: Admission is free
Visit: Big Splash, East Cost Park, Saturday, from 7:30AM
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