Spot signs of sportsmanship and competitiveness in your kid? Try out the wide array of sport activities at the Multi-Sports Carnival, a collaboration between ACUVUE Abiliti and Homeground Sports. From basketball and tennis to archery and rugby, your kid will train their hand-eye coordination and agility in the midst of the fun. Rest assured – experienced coaches are facilitating the drills to ensure safety throughout the sessions.

This carnival also promotes the importance of eye health in the form of a complimentary eye service (worth $80) for each child participant. Participants end the day with a completion certificate and a goodie bag worth $140 – and likely a newfound passion or talent in at least one sport.

Use this carnival as a platform to learn how to support your child in physical health and education en route to achieving greater heights. 

Happening 9am-6pm on 17-18 June, at Homeground Sports, 200 Woodlands Industrial Park E7, Singapore 757177​. Check out Facebook for more information. Register for the carnival here.

Another fun jam-packed event to celebrate the June Holidays with your kids, the School’s Out Fiesta presents a day of play and learning. Rival against each other at the Basketball Challenge and Simulator Racing Station, transform into your favourite characters at the Face Painting area, and introduce your toddlers to the automation world with Electric Car Rides. With such a diverse range of activities, there’s surely something for each participant.  

With F&B stalls and giveaways, you stand to walk away with exciting prizes, delicious food and maybe even new friendships in the community! Admission is free, although certain activities may require separate on-site registration. 

Happening 11am-7pm on 17 June, at Thank You Come Again, 355 Balestier Road, Singapore 329782. Visit their website for more details, and sign up here.

Father’s Day Weekend is in a few days – why not celebrate it at Daddy’s Day Out, where plenty of snacks and family games await? Performances, carnival rides, kid-friendly activities – you name it, they got it. Take part in friendly competitions such as the ‘Minute to Win It’ and stand to win a prize worth $400. Held at MPC@Khatib, the laid-back, easy-going atmosphere will help the dads relax, have fun, and forge fun memories with the family. 

Admission fee goes at $10 per pax. 

Happening 1-9pm on 17 June 2023, and 11am-6pm on 18 June, at MPC@Khatib (in front of Blk 3383 Yishun St 81), Singapore 760838. More details and registration here.

Bookworm or not, this annual children’s multilingual literary arts festival opens its arms to all. Monstrous Fun! celebrates our multicultural society and carries out its interactive literary-based programmes in English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil. Sit back, relax and enjoy as the bi-lingual interactive author-reading sessions transport you to the enchanting world of our local tales. Embark on thrilling monster hunts to immerse yourselves further into the stories. Through these fun workshops, this festival encourages a love for reading and cultural diversity.

Admission and tour is free. The workshops range from $5-10 per pax. 

Happening 10am-5pm on 16-17 June, at The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429. Visit their website for more details.

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Wellness Fest Singapore (WFS) is back this year from 17 June to 9 July with a myriad of beginner-friendly wellness activities for all ages. It’s a solid collection which brings your family together in the pursuit for better spiritual and psychological health! Here’s some as a taster:

1. 1-Day Holistic Kids Camp: The 3-hour long programme introduces the kids to yoga, art and sound. They will learn how to practise mindfulness via the storytelling sessions and various art mediums. ​Happening 1-4pm on 19 and 26 June, and 3, 10 , 17, 24, 31 July, at Canvass Mindfulness Centre, 5A Binjai Park, Singapore 589820. Registration and details here.
2. Forest Wildlife Exploration: Exit the screens and enter the rainforest to reconnect with nature. Learn from experts on how to identify invertebrates and amphibians at night, and take a deep breath to release your worries into the night sky. With every step into the forest and away from the world, you enrich yourself in Singapore’s glorious biodiversity and let go of the tension within yourself. Happening 8-9.30pm on 17, 18, 24, 25 June, and 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9 July, at Bukit Batok Nature Park, Along Bukit Batok East Avenue 2 and Bukit Batok East Avenue 6, Singapore 659761. Registration and details here.
3. Kayak Sailing, Nature & Food: As the first and only kayak sailing tour in Singapore, they got you covered – no experience is required. They will take you to Pulau Ubin to explore the mangroves, where curious animals may peek. End it off with fresh seafood caught and harvested in real time. An unforgettable experience for sure! Happening 7am-12.30pm from 17 June-9 July. Pick-up point: Pasir Ris Park Carpark A. Registration and details here.

Adults alike are welcome to challenge themselves to an intensive beginner-friendly HIIT session, or attend a peaceful aroma workshop to concoct your very own scent. Also, don’t miss the special food deals at Changi Airport, in its collaboration with WFS. 

Happening at various locations. Visit the WFS website for the full list of programmes.

Paging all dog moms, cat ladies and animal parents – this one’s for you!

Bring your fur (or feathered) babies to the Children’s Festival at Gardens By The Bay this weekend for fun activities and pet competitions. Make friends and share tips with each other while stocking up on pet treats at the Pets Marketplace.

For those considering the Dog Mom role: look no further. The Dog Adoption Drive greets you with bright smiles and wagging tails. Feel free to consult the staff on any adoption concerns before making the big long-term decision to adopt a dog.

Happening at various timings, on 17-18 June, at the Supertree Grove Lawn (Gardens by the Bay), 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953. Visit the website for the respective dates of each event.

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Have you noticed your kids moving their bodies in response to music? Explore the love for dance at TGIF Groove at the Grove, a mass dance workshop held at the Supertree Grove Lawn. In just two hours, the instructors will teach warm-ups, basic dance moves and choregraphies to snippets of a Hip-Hop song and a K-Pop song. This free workshop functions as a reliable and light-hearted introductory session which can help your child to discover any untapped talents on the dance floor.  

No sign-ups required. 

Happening 3.30-5.30pm on 16 and 23 June 2023, at the Supertree Grove Lawn (Gardens by the Bay), 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953. Visit the website for more details.

Take your children to the Music Lab for Kids, where they can transcend from belting songs in the shower to creating their very own jingle in a professional studio. Hosted by our young local artists Krysta Joy and Javier as part of Apple’s Grow with Creativity Series, this workshop introduces the kids to the basics of GarageBand. Within 1h30min, they will explore the functions of music and the process of lyricising. For all you know, this could be the start of their singer-songwriter journey. 

Happening 11am-12.30pm on 17 June, Apple Orchard Road, 270 Orchard Road, Singapore 238857. More details here.

NEX is elevated from a shopping mall to Jurassic Park for 10 days – it’s time to revisit your favourite dinosaurs! Celebrate Jurassic Park’s 30th anniversary with fun activities surrounded by T-Rexes. Watch the free screenings of the movie series, or get up close with the raptors if you dare. 

Upon minimum spending of $150 or $250 at participating stores, NEXRewards members get to design their very own Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Tote Bag, as well as stand a chance to redeem Uncle Ringo coupons (worth $6).

Raptor Encounter is happening 1pm, 2pm, 4pm and 5pm, on 16-18 June, at NEX Atrium L1. Jurassic Park Screenings start at 7pm on 9-11 June and 16-18 June. Visit NEX website for more details.

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