7 Family-Friendly Activities To Do 4-10 May
Mark your calendars for a week filled with fun events for the whole family, from a visit to the new Bird Paradise to carnival rides galore
By The Weekly -
This coming week, we have an exciting array of events that cater to a diverse range of interests! From celebrating the 25th anniversary of Motherswork with an exhilarating carnival to exploring Singapore's newest wildlife park, Bird Paradise.
If you're looking to slow down, consider immersing yourself in Singapore Art Week, featuring captivating illustrations by Wang Shijia, or indulge in a night of opulent arias and duets with world-renowned opera stars. Whatever you're interested in, this comprehensive guide will have you filling your calendar and getting so much done with the family.
This Singapore Art Week, take the time to introduce the little ones to local artists and their work of art including the Ang Ku Kueh Girl Exhibition.
Born from Wang Shijia's reflections on life's ups and downs, Ang Ku Kueh Girl is a determined, persistent, and gratefully optimistic character. Filled with added traditional Chinese motifs to share her well wishes with visitors, these illustrations will be both educational and inspirational.
Some of these illustrations were exhibited a while ago but they've since been revamped with fresh details and colours. Look for four traditional Chinese bowls, each featuring one character from the phrase "wan shou wu jiang" 萬壽無疆, which symbolizes blessings of longevity.
Happening from 4 May to 30 June 2023. Gardens by the Bay, North Colonnade. Admission is free.
Get ready to celebrate the 25th anniversary of local children's one-stop shop, Motherswork with a carnival filled with hands-on activities and crowd favourites such as a bubble dome, a bouncy castle, and a delightful ball pit for kiddos of different ages to mingle.
Introduce the little ones to the delicious White Rabbit ice cream where it'll bring back nostalgia for the grown-ups. Complete the day by hopping on the magical carousel and take some adorable family pictures.
Happening from 6 to 15 May 2023. Great World City Atrium.
Kidztropic’s new play area is an indoor “family edutainment centre”, specially designed for everyone in the family to gather and have fun. Families can look forward to a delightful mix of fun and educational activities designed to foster teamwork and boost confidence among family members. The indoor play area also includes slides, a ball pit, trampolines, climbing walls, pretend play, and a sensory toy section to spark your child's imagination and inspire creativity through child-led play.
Of course, workshops including storytelling sessions will be available for kids who have fun through tales and lores. Come experience a space where families can bond, learn, and grow together in a warm and engaging environment.
Happening every weekday 2 to 7pm and weekends/PH 10am to 8pm. 51 Upper Serangoon Rd, #03-12/13 Poiz Centre, Singapore 347697.
If your kids are starting to ask for a furry companion at home, it might be a good idea to make your way to East Coast Park for an engaging “Vet Clinic” tour. Families can uncover the inner workings of a veterinary clinic and grasp the essentials of responsible pet ownership. Pets are not toys and during this hands-on program, the little ones will acquire basic knowledge on pet care, comprehend the duties of a pet owner and identify basic behaviours of popular pet species.
Led by experienced veterinarians and animal educators, this program fosters a sense of connection and empathy towards the animal kingdom. Join as a family to enhance your collective understanding of and appreciation for animals!
Happening on 6 May 2023, Saturday. Parkland Green at East Coast Park. Get your tickets here.
Mark your calendars for 8 May 2023, when Bird Paradise has its soft-launch, offering you a chance to explore Singapore's newest bird park! Witness firsthand how the birds and their caretakers are adjusting to their brand-new habitat. Be among the first to visit and explore 10 distinct areas within the park!
What's more, there are 5 play areas spread across both Bird Paradise and the non-ticketed Mandai Wildlife West, specially designed for families to interact with the outdoors and explore the space.
Happening on 8 May 2023. Mandai Wildlife Reserve, 20 Mandai Lake Road, 729825. Get your tickets here.
Situated right in Punggol Container Park, this newly opened 12,000 sqft roller-skate rink is Singapore's largest sheltered rink. With a 150-meter lap length, there is tons of room to zoom around and try out some cool moves.
Feel free to bring your own gear or choose from their wide selection, like skateboards, penny boards, longboards, pedal go-karts, and scooters.
If you require beginner lessons, trial lessons are available on on weekends and and you can switch between equipment anytime.
The best part? You can take any of their equipment outside the rink or rent a bike (even kid-friendly 4-wheelers) to explore the nearby area. The rink is located right along a PCN, which connects you to cool spots like Coney Island, Punggol Waterway Park, and Lorong Halus Wetlands.
Opened from Friday to Sunday, closed from Monday to Thursday. 50 Punggol East, Container Park, Singapore 828826. Get your tickets here.
For one night only the amazing German soprano Diana Damrau and the incredible French bass Nicolas Testé are coming back to Singapore! This fancy gala is not just an excuse to dress up but an opportunity to immerse yourself and the family in swoon-worthy arias and duets by big names like Bellini, Donizetti, Rossini, Verdi, and others.
It's gonna be a fantastic night, so be sure to catch this show!
Happening on 5 May 2023, 7:30pm. Esplanade Concert Hall. Get your tickets here.