7 Family-Friendly Activities To Do From 29 June - 5 July
From transforming into junior detectives to getting in touch with your inner artists, a variety of family-friendly activities await
The school holidays may have ended but that does not need to mean the family-friendly fun needs to end. Reward yourself and your kids with child-friendly activities, ranging from a mental health retreat at the Zentosa LiveWell Festival to an active day outdoors at the Heritage Festival 2023.
Let the little ones intellectually and physically challenge themselves as they get in their weekly dose of entertainment. Below is a list of family-friendly activities to indulge in for yet another memorable weekend.
National Museum has lined up a series of events to provide a wellness retreat for families, that utilises various different art forms. Participants can anticipate 90 minute art sessions where you can spend your time creating pieces inspired by the National Museum or try their hand at soundbath meditation. The activities are not too time consuming while helping families to unwind and relax together.
Happening from 1st July at The Salon Level 1, National Museum. 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897. For more information, click here.
Enjoy a trip down memory lane with the Heritage Festival by Singapore Botanic Gardens. Look forward to a day at the Time Traveller's Garden where families can embark on a quest through Botanic Gardens and Fort Canning Park. Armed with a map, uncover the legacies of both locations as you spend quality family time in the outdoors, enjoying nature. Click here for a comprehensive guide of the events lined up.
Happening on 1-2 July at the Botany Centre, the Singapore Botanic Gardens. 1 Cluny Rd, Singapore 259569. Visit their website for more information
If your kids are passionate about marine life and curious to know more, the Junior Ocean Detective program might be something to consider. Exploring the relationship between aquatic animals and the fascinating world that exists under-water, this workshop will have participants collect clues as they piece together answers to solve marine-animal mysteries.
The little ones get to meet aquarists and learn about conservation all while being equipped with a detective toolkit that will contain optical filters and decoders to aid them through their experience as a detective.
Happening on weekends, from 1 July at the S.E.A. Aquarium. 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269. Visit their website to book a slot.
Coming to an end on 9 July, this is your last chance to enjoy this month long wellness festival. A wide range of activities, from exploring the healing powers of Orchids and Ayurvedic oils to Madame Tussauds tickets on offer, are available at the Zentosa LiveWell Festival. Head down to experience your share of the fun before the event concludes!
Happening till 9 July at various locations in Sentosa. Visit their website for more information.
Fam Fun Fiesta, one of the many events lined up as a part of the SAFRA Choa Chu Kang Open House, is a carnival event that will ensure your fun does not end even though the school holidays have. With life-size carnival games, virtual reality games, a pool and live performances like juggling and an animal magic show, you are guaranteed an exhilarating and memorable experience at this family festival. A game of Go-kart for thrill seeking individuals, performances like puppet shows for those hoping for a visual treat and many more await.
Happening from 1-3 July at SAFRA Choa Chu Kang. 28 Choa Chu Kang Drive, Singapore 689964. For more details, visit their website. Admission is free.
Take your children on a one-of-a-kind experience as they get to indulge in life sized versions of their favourite board games. From classics like Connect 4 and Monopoly to exciting activities like a driving simulation will make for a day of fun and entertainment. Allow the little ones to physically challenge themselves through a game of twisters and intellectually challenge themselves as they carry out interrogations and put together clues to uncover mystery identities presented to them.
Happening till 16 July at Terminal 3, Departure Immigration Hall, Changi Airport. 60 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819643. Visit their website for more information.
Bring out the track star in your kid and let them take part in a 650m dash, suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years old. Parents and kids older than 12 can also consider taking part in the 21km, 10km and 5km races. For those looking for a more family-oriented activity, experiential activities like a Cart dash and offers from your favourite brands are there to do the trick.
For those swamped by back-to-school activities, fret not, all you have to do for now is to sign up by 30th June. The actual event is only set to take place in July.
Happening on 23 July at Marina Barrage. 8 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018951. Register for the race using the Lazada app to enjoy limited-time discounts on the registration fees.