The L1 atrium at Kallang Wave Mall has be transformed into Otah's Winter Lodge, complete with a towering X'mas tree, 6 metres snow mountain slide, and lots of photo opportunities. Show
There will be meet and greets with Otah & Friends too! Date: 17 Nov 2022 to 2 Jan 2023 Meet & Greet: 17, 18, 24, and 25 Dec at 11am, 2pm, 3pm Location: L1 Atrium at Kallang Wave Mall, 1 Stadium Place Singapore 397628 Entry and Meet & Greet: Image from Stellar LifestyleMore information Hello Kitty and Little Twin Stars at The Stamford BrasserieImage credit: Swissotel The StamfordFrench Bistro The Stamford Brasserie has been transformed into the Hello Kitty and Little Twin Stars cafe, complete with a specially designed menu. Be transported into a starry world filled with cotton candy fields the minute you walk into the cafe. The dreamy cafe ambiance with pastel motifs across the room, combined with dishes with adorable Hello Kitty and Little Twin Stars accents, are sure to delight fans of all ages. Created by The Stamford Brasserie's award-winning chefs, the menu features a variety of dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. Image credit: Swissotel The StamfordFrom savory to sweet, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So come on down and step into this enchanting world! Date: 22 Nov 2022 - 29 Jan 2023 Operating hours: Daily from 10am-11pm Location: The Stamford Brasserie, 2 Stamford Road, Level 1 Swissotel The Stamford Singapore 178882 Make Reservations Catch the Pinocchio MusicalImage credit: Wild RiceBased on the classic fairy tale, this brand-new original musical by Wild Rice features a lovable wooden puppet who just wants to be a real boy. Pinocchio embarks on a journey of self-discovery full of laughs, adventure, and some very important life lessons. The cast of talented performers includes Mae Elliessa as Pinocchio, Ebi Shankara as Geppetto, and Siti Khalijah Zainal as G-Hopper. Plus, the adorable First Stage Kids will make a welcome return to the stage in this production. This is a moving story about family, friendship and the importance of being true to yourself. It's a show that the whole family will enjoy, so don't miss it! Date: 17 Nov - 24 Dec 2022 Location: The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre @ Wild Rice, Funan, 107 North Bridge Road Singapore 179105 Tickets: From $30 Get tickets Changi Airport T3 Underground CarnivalThis holiday season, head on down to the T3 Underground Carnival at Changi Airport and experience the Past, Present and Future of carnivals all at once! Spanning across 9,000 sqm, you can look forward to over 30 carnival rides, game booths, a karting circuit, and photo-opportunities. You'll find something for everyone and it'll be lots of fun for both young and old! The Great World (Terminal 3 Basement 2, Carpark 3A)Step into The Great World and be transported back in time to the Tua Seh Kai Great World Amusement Park for a nostalgia filled carnival expeirence. It's a blast from the past with old school carnival games, Uncle Ringo rides, heritage photo zone, and even a mama shop selling old school snacks. Image credit: Changi Airport Group The Modern World (Terminal 3 Basement 2, Opposite Kopitiam)Put your accuracy, strength, and luck to the test at game booths such as Ball the Clown and King Hammer, and win some large plushies. The Modern World also features a large 3D shooting gallery with multiple maps, enemies, and levels. Image credit: Changi Airport Group The Future World (Terminal 3 Basement 3, Carpark 3A)Is this what a carnival looks like in the future? Get your competitive juices flowing with games like Wonder Wheels and a race through the Dino-kart circuit (opens from 10 Nov 2022 onwards) complete with disco lights and sounds. Image credit: Changi Airport Group Date: 4 Nov 2022 - 2 Apr 2023 Operating hours:
Carnival Credits: Carnival cards can be purchased and topped up at the carnival ticketing booths. You can also purchase credits on Klook. Get 5 Free Carnival Credits when you spend a minimum of $50 in a single receipt at Public Areas of Changi Airport and on Changi Eats ($80 at supermarkets or Jewel Changi Airport). Receive an additional 5 free carnival credits when you pay by Mastercard® or Changi Pay! You can also get up to 15% off when you purchase carnival credits via the iChangi app. More information Village Hotel SentosaImage credit: VIllage Hotel SentosaVillage Hotel Sentosa is open for stays again! For a sun-drenched stay with your family, Village Hotel Sentosa is the place to be. This tropical resort offers a myriad of choices for total relaxation, including a sprawling pool deck with four themed pools. Enjoy nature-inspired pools, slides, and water features, unique to Village Hotel Sentosa: Pamukkale Pool - Inspired by the terraces of the Pamulakke pools in Turkey, these pool terraces offer an opportunity to soak in the view of the sea's horizon while enjoying a dip in crystal-clear water. Children's Play Pool - Have a splashing good time at this kids friendly pool with slides, water features, and a man-made "beach". Adventure Pool - Soak up the sun in wicker canopies on island pods. Lazy River Pool - Grab a float and let the gentle swells of water carry you as you relax amidst lush foliage surroundings. Family rooms come with two vanity areas and bathrooms so you can get ready for the day faster. You'll also have the choice of a relaxing pool view or lush city view. Location: 10 Artillery Ave, #02-01 Palawan Ridge, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099951 Check out stay packages:KlookTrip.com Otah & Friends StaycationImage credit: KKdayThe popular Otah & Friends staycation is back with its second edition. This time, you'll need to help Otah find his missing snacks that have been hidden by the naughty Chaotah. Those snacks were given to him by his beloved grandma Fetah when they visited Chinatown Complex together recently. Look forward to a 2D1N stay at participating hotels under the Pan Pacific Group:
Stays include breakfast for 2 adults and 1 child and a pair of Otah and Chaotah plushies. You'll also get a Welcome Pack with a clue kit for the missing snacks, an adventure journal to record all your Otah & Friends adventures, a pack of colouring pencils, and other memorabilia. From: $489 Book stays on KKday Superkarts Underground @ Resorts World SentosaImage credit: KF1 KartingStrap in for an exhilarating and unique karting experience at SuperKarts Underground @ RWS! This is Singapore's first and only indoor karting circuit, and its exciting layout promises to take you on a truly thrilling ride. Younger racers can experience the KidRacer, with electric karts and a mini circuit that is designed with safety in mind. The karts here are tuned to a maximum speed of 8km/h, and the water filled track barriers are built to absorb and soften impacts, providing young drivers with a fun racing environment while keeping them safe at all times. Date: From now till 31 Dec 2022 Operating hours:
Location: RWS East Carpark (Orange Zone) Tickets: Purchase tickets on-site at the ticketing counter
Discounts available for RWS members. More information Opening of Rifle Range Nature ParkImage credit: NParksA new nature park, the Rifle Range Nature Park has opened! Located along Rifle Range Road at the site of the former Sin Seng Quarry, the 66 hectares nature park offers over 7km of trails and boardwalks that will take visitors through secondary forests to new features such as the Quarry Wetland. Get to the top of the quarry and you'll be treated to a bird’s eye view of the surroundings at the 31m-tall Colugo Deck. Image credit: NParksKids can also engage in nature play at the Forest Exploration Trail, which features elements such as stepping stumps, rock boulders, and a stream. How to get there: MRT: Beauty World (DT5): Take Exit A and head to Beauty World Centre Level 4. The overhead bridge links directly to Rambai Boardwalk, which leads you to the Visitor Pavilion. Bus:
Car: Enter via Rifle Range Road, past Mayfair Park. More information Singapore's first Tasmanian Devils Debut at Night SafariImage credit: Mandai Wildlife GroupIn a first for Singapore, Night Safari has welcomed four Tasmanian Devils, one of Australia's most iconic predators. The four females, all around three years old, have made the Wallaby Trail their new home. Head down to Night Safari and catch a glimpse of these amazing animals! Get tickets to Night Safari Seasons of Bloom at Gardens by the BayImage credit: Gardens by the BayTo mark Gardens by the Bay's 10th anniversary, the Flower Dome will be dedicated to different seasons that have greeted visitors since its opening. Visitors will see colorful blooms of snapdragons for spring, delphiniums for summer, zinnias for autumn, and cyclamens for winter. The final floral display for the year will also see a Christmas themed centrestage in the middle of the flower field. You'll be treated to a dramatic Christmas tree made out of poinsettias, and an ice cavern housing seasonal blooms in a collaboration with Ikebana International Singapore. In keeping with the season of giving, 10,000 of the Christmas ornaments used in the floral display have been handpainted by beneficiaries from the Salvation Army and Gardens by the Bay's volunteers. Date: 10 Nov 2022 - 2 Jan 2023 Opening hours: 9am-9pm Location: Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay Get tickets Orchard Road Christmas Light UpChristmas Light Up Pictures from Orchard Road A Great StreetSoak in the festive cheer at Orchard Road! Starting from 12 Nov 2022, the streets of Orchard Road will once again be adorned with beautiful arches of lights and mesmerizing Christmas decorations. From 3pm on 12 Nov, there will also be a fun-filled mini bazaar at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza with proceeds going towards Community Chest, in support of over 100 social service agencies and over 200 critical social service programmes. In addition, from now till 2 Jan 2023, you can catch a spectacular multimedia 3D and AR projection show nightly on the facade of Mandarin Gallery. Visit Orchard Road on the eve of Christmas and New Year's Day, and you'll be treated to a special countdown segment of the projection show with unique content. Timings for multimedia 3D and AR projection show:
More information Christmas Odyssey at JewelImage credit: Changi Airport GroupJewel will be dazzling visitors with an underwater theme this Christmas season. The iconic 16-metre tall Christmas Tree at the entrance of the Shiseido Forest Valley is back is back, along with aquatic interactive displays and bioluminescent light installations at various locations at Jewel's Canopy Park. The HSBC Rain Vortex will also be featuring an exclusive Light & Sound Show inspired by Avatar: The Way of Water. Designed by renowed water-feature designer, WET!, the new show will run from 7:30pm-10:30pm daily from 11 Nov 2022. Snowfall also returns to the Shiseido Forest Valley with nightly shows from 7:30pm from 11 Nov 2022. Timings: Snowfall at the Shiseido Forest Valley (11 Nov 2022 - 2 Jan 2023): 7:35pm , 8:35pm, 9:35pm, and 10:35pm daily Avatar: The Way of Water Light & Sound show (11 Nov 2022 - 2 Jan 2023): 7:30pm, 8:30pm, 9:30pm, and 10:30pm daily More information Avatar 2: Marui Pod Experience at Changi AirportImage credit: Changi Airport GroupGet your pictures taken in the homes of the Metakayina Clan that is surrounded by crystal clear waters in the day. As night falls, the bioluminescent waters of Pandora will be transformed with dazzling projections and lighting shows. Date: 11 November 2022–1 January 2023 Timing: 11:00am –10:00pm Location: Terminal 3, Departure Hall (in front of Immigration) Light, Sound and Projection Show Times:
Photo Sessions: 11:00AM–7:00PM daily Spend and redeem an exclusive photo opportunity in the Marui Hut or purchase a photopass at S$5 each. More information Glamping in the Clouds - Jewel Changi AirportImage credit: Changi Airport GroupJewel Changi Airport's glass dome is the perfect place to enjoy an Avatar inspired magical Glampcation or a Glampicnic with gorgeous views of the HSBC Rain Vortex. In the Glampcation, you'll sleep under the stars in Avatar themed tents that accommodate up to four guests. Glampcation packages come with lots of goodies including Avatar 2 merchandise, tickets to River Wonders, and credits to the Underground Carnival at Changi Airport T3. For those that prefer daytime gatherings, get together with your family and friends for a Glampicnic, where you'll sit down to a picnic for up to 6 guests in the comfort of an Avatar-inspired tent. You can either bring your own picnic basket or order your food in advance from Changi Eats, Changi Airport's food delivery service offering a wide variety of dining options at Jewel and Changi. Date: 5 Nov 2022 - 1 Jan 2023 Location: Cloud9 Piazza, Level 5 Jewel Changi Airport (public area) Timing:
Book Glampicnic and Glampcation Dino Glow - Changi Airport Park ConnectorImage: Changi Airport GroupInspired by the movie Avatar, the Changi Airport Park Connector has been illuminated in the colors of Avatar 2. Explore a glowing mystical world of fantasy as you walk amidst life-sized dinosaurs. Terminal 2 (opposite carpark 2A) will also host a community of food trucks where you can fuel up on delicious local fare, burgers, and ice cream before you embark on the outdoor adventure. Date: 1 Nov 2022 - 31 Jan 2023 Time: 7pm-1am Access: Access from Hub & Spoke (Outside Terminal 2) or via Terminal 4 More information Monumental Hunt in the Civic DistrictImage credit: National Heritage BoardDo you love escape rooms and treasure hunts? Put your skills to the test and head down to the Civic District to join the National Heritage Board's newly launched Monumental Hunt in the Civic District! You'll get to explore nine national monuments in the Civic District:
The hunt is designed as a fun way for families and friends to learn more about these heritage sites. Discover fascinating new facts and solve puzzles to find the location of the final treasure! Date: Every Saturday from 5 November 2022 Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm Admission fees: $20 per adult (aged 13 and above), $15 per child (aged 7 – 12), free for children aged 6 and below. Register Breakfast in the Wild at the Singapore ZooThe Singapore Zoo's signature breakfast programme is back after a 2 year absence due to COVID. And this time around it promises to be a wilder experience! Breakfast in the Wild includes a 30 minute presentation featuring orangutans, macaws, tamandua (also known as the Lesser Anteater), coatimundis, and zen-like reptiles. Image credit: Mandai Wildlife GroupYou'll get up close to these fascinating animals while you enjoy a hearty spread of local and international flavors that is both delicious and sustainable. Food items are cooked with sustainably sourced palm oil, and the coffee served is wildlife friendly OWA coffee that uses beans grown by farmers in the natural shade of trees in Java, Indonesia. Beef has also been intentionally left off the menu because of its high environmental impact. Image credit: Mandai Wildlife GroupIn addition, you'll get to meet the animals and their care team as well as take some memorable pictures in the free-and-easy interaction area and photo points. Breakfast in the Wild is available from 9am-10:30am on weekends and public holidays. Tickets:
A separate Zoo admission ticket is required to enjoy the breakfast experie Book ExperienceGet tickets to Singapore Zoo New Climate Changed Exhibition at Science Centre SingaporeImage credit: Science Centre SingaporePresented by Science Centre Singapore and the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, the new Climate Changed exhibition aims to encourage visitors to take action to combat climate change and its impacts. The exhibition consists of 2 main zones - the Climate Action Show and Guilt Trip, where you'll learn about climate change through multimedia displays, interactive booths, and immersive gameplay. The exhibition starts off with the Climate Action Show, a 20 minute production by Science Centre Singapore and Science North, Canada's premier interactive science musuem. Image credit: Science Centre SingaporeAfterwards, experience the interactive Guilt Trip which takes you through 5 themed zones focusing on sustainability solutions for our daily life. You can also earn your Climate Driver's License at the end of the exhibition. Location: Hall B, Science Centre Singapore Admission: Complimentary with every Science Centre Singapore admission ticket Recommended Time: 60 minutes Climate Action Showtimes: runs every half and hour starting from 10:30am. Get tickets to Science Centre Singapore Kumoya Singapore - My Little Buddy CafeImage credit: KumoyaThe Line Friends are coming to Kumoya @ Orchard Central! From 21 Oct 2022, Kumoya @ Orchard Central will be turned into My Little Buddy Cafe, a pop-up cafe featuring the LINE FRIENDS and BT21. For those not familiar with BT21, it's a collaboration between popular K-pop group BTS and LINE FRIENDS. Image credit: Kumoya As with its previous themes, the menu has been designed by Little Miss Bento and Kumoya's kitchen crew so you can expect lots of too cute to eat dishes. It's for a limited time only so make sure you head down soon to experience the world of the LINE FRIENDS and BT21! Date: From 21 Oct 2022 Where: Kumoya @ Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road #04-08 Singapore 233896 More information on Kumoya's Facebook page. Looking for more kid friendly dining places in Singapore? Check out our guide on the best kid friendly cafes and restaurants in Singapore. Book a staycation at the newly opened Citadines Connect City CentreFamily Room (Image credit: Citadines)A quiet retreat in the heart of city, the newly opened Citadines Connect City Centre hotel offers guests a chance to experience a rich heritage that has a strong connection to Singapore’s history. The hotel was formerly the home of Rediffusion, the pioneer of cable radio in Singapore. The hotel site was also the location of one of Singapore's earliest railway stations which operated from 1902-1932. Guests can choose from many rooms options, from contemporary retro designed themed standard rooms to the luxurious family rooms and suites. The Family Rooms and Suites come complete with bunk beds, climbing walls, and slides, and are sure to be a hit with the kids! Location: 182 Clemenceau Avenue Singapore 239923 Book stays on:KlookTrip.com Singapore Biennale 2022 Kicks OffThe seventh edition of Singapore Biennale 2022 (SB2022) kicks off with art installations islandwide. Explore art in locations such as the Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore Flyer, 22 Orchard Road, Sentosa Cove, the Southern Islands of St John's Island and Lazarus Island, as well as everyday spaces like regional libraries and Yan Kit Playfield. Date: 16 Oct 2022 - 19 Mar 2023 Tickets: From $10 (Free for children aged 6 and below, persons with disabilities (PWD) and their caretakers, and local/locally based students and teachers. Only the exhibitions at Tanjong Pagar Distripark are ticketed. Free admission applies to other programmes, installations, and artworks in other locations. More information on Biennale 2022 Sentosa Food FestA festival for foodies, Sentosa Food Fest is a 10 week food festival from 21 Oct to 31 Dec 2022. Foodies have lots to look forward to , from mouth watering grilled delicacies and juicy burgers, to food truck bites, creative menus, and craft beers. The Festival kicks off with GrillFest on 21 Oct, where you can enjoy juicy smoked meats and grilled desserts by the beach along with live performances. Complementing the festival will also be a series of activities including movies by the beach, claw machines, guided tours, and events such as World Cup screenings, and the Singapore Ocean Cup 2022. Entry into Sentosa and the event is free! Events:
More information Central Beach Bazaar SentosaA new day-to-night beach carnival experience has opened in Sentosa! The family friendly Central Beach Bazaar features new attractions such as the Sentosa Skyjet which shoots jets of water up to 80-metres into the air, daytime Sentosa Musical Fountain, and an International Food Street with tasty street eats. Image credit: Mount Faber Leisure GroupA simulator ride attraction and carnival games are also set to debut by the end of the year. Also located at the Central Beach Bazaar is the previously reopened Wings of Time show where you'll be treated to a pyrotechnic show with enthralling water, laser, and fire effects and a spectacular finale. Central Beach Bazaar is located in between Palawan Beach and Siloso Beach with the nearest Sentosa Expres Monorail station being Beach Station. Read more Rent a bike to explore St John's and Lazarus IslandImage credit: GogreenGogreen has opened a rental kiosk on St John's Island where you can rent bicycles and kick scooters to explore the beautiful islands of St John's and Lazarus Island. Extras such as beach mats, tents, and even kites will also be available. To be safe, ensure that you make your bookings via Klook or Gogreen before heading down. The kiosk operates only from Fridays to Mondays (Closed from Tuesday to Thursday) and is located 5 minutes walk from St John's Island Pier. To get to the Southern Islands, you can get Singapore Island Cruise Ferry tickets from Klook. A Flight To Remember - Jurong Bird ParkImage credit: Mandai Wildlife Group52 years after its opening in 1971, Jurong Bird Park will be closing on 3 Jan 2023, as it prepares to move to its new home at Bird Paradise at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Visit Jurong Bird Park one last time from now till 3 Jan 2023, and celebrate the park's legendary history with a whole host of activities in A Flight to Remember including:
Jurong Bird Park will also open daily from 19 Nov, when new experiences will be launched such as a guided Nostalgic Signature Tour, fun dining experiences with traditional push carts selling local hawker food, and carnival activities. Date: From now till 3 Jan 2023 Opening hours:
Get tickets to Jurong Bird Park MENTAL: Colours of Wellbeing exhibition at the ArtScience MuseumImage from ArtScience MuseumMENTAL is a creative space that initiates an intimate dialogue with its audience through a diverse selection of artistic works. The exhibition confronts stereotypes about mental health, and invites you on a personal journey to explore the issues you face in your everyday lives, and the different ways of surviving and making connections. Experience a space filled with joy, empathy, and care as you navigate through and interact with the 24 interactive exhibits at MENTAL. The exhibition makes weighty topics accessible, drawing on the understanding generated by science and the emotional impact of artists’ work to create a welcoming space for everyone. Date: 3 Sep - 26 Feb 2023 Location: ArtScience Museum Get tickets Garden Pod at Gardens by the BayImage from Gardens by the BayEmbrace a quiet retreat right in the heart of Gardens by the Bay. Garden Pod offers a unique stay experience in nature like no other. Comprising only 4 suites, the eco-friendly hotel is fashioned out of shipping containers and was designed with sustainability and luxury in mind. Garden Pod is located within the lush foliage of the Serene Garden with its Podocarpus, Junipers, Silver Bismarckia palms and bamboos. Nestled within the Serene Garden is also a minimalist Japanese Gazebo surrounded by water features, allowing visitors a tranquil environment to relax while enjoying unobstructed views of Singapore's skyline. Location: Serene Garden at Gardens by the Bay (Nearest capark at The Meadow Carpark) Rate: From $600 a night Bookings can only be made on a month to month basis. Follow the Shipping Container Hotel's Facebook or Instagram to get updates on when bookings open.More information and to make bookings Dinosaur Playground at Causeway PointImage credit: Causeway Point SingaporeA new immersive dinosaur-themed playground has opened at Causeway Point! Let your kids go wild with a water-spewing volcano, a massive dinosaur rib cage, spraying water jets and more! And after a fun day of play, you can freshen up in the rinse area. Location: Level 7 Causeway Point, 1 Woodlands Square Singapore 738099 Opening hours: 1030am-9pm Admission: Free Reopening of the Water Playground at Tampines 1Image credit: Tampines 1The free rooftop water playground at Tampines 1 has reopened! It's a terrific place for the kids to splash about on a hot day with slides, water fountains, and wading pools here. Location: Tampines 1, 10 Tampines Central 1 Singapore 529536 Opening hours: 12pm-8pm (except for Mondays 4pm-8pm) Visit the new Fort Canning Heritage Gallery and enhanced Spice GardenThe newly opened Fort Canning Heritage Gallery traces more than 700 years of history, giving visitors insight into the rich heritage of Fort Canning Hill. Spread out over 2 levels of the South Wing of Fort Canning Centre, the gallery features archaeological artefacts excavated from sites within Fort Canning Park, as well as various digital interactive stations. You can also watch a cinematic experience of the Singapore Bicentennial centerpiece event in 2019. Park goers can explore the enhanced Spice Garden, which is Singapore's most diverse spice garden, covering over 3,200 square metres and featuring more than 180 varieties of plants. Here, you'll find significant herbs such as Gambier and Pepper, which were among the earliest crops grown commercially in Singapore. New Indoor Playground X-scap8Image credit: X-scap8Located right in the heart of Orchard Road, X-scap8 is an indoor fun centre that offers a range of activities in a swanky trendy space that you can enjoy with family and friends. This is one indoor playground where adults can have a lot of fun too! Feel the rush of adrenaline at the Infinity & Beyond 10m high element course. Then put your agility, speed, and strength to the test in the X-Warrior Challenge Course, a ninja warriors obstacle course where you'll need to navigate numerous challenges. Image credit: X-scap8Other play zones include the Retro Arcade Zone, and the Birds & Birdies Golf Simulator. Those above 18 years old can let off some steam in the Smash Lab, where you can scream and smash glass bottles and furniture in a sound proof concrete room. When you're ready to relax and in the mood for some food and drinks, head to the Eat Play Laugh RestoBar which overlooks the Orchard area. Location: Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road #07-02 Singapore 238896 Opening hours: Mon-Sun, 11am-10pm More information Masak Masak - The ArtgroundThe Artground has transformed its art space with a new theme inspired by our local food heritage! In Masak Masak, kids will get to explore a mini hawker centre, slide down a melting ice cream, bounce on an egg tart trampoline, climb on a bowl of chendol, and scale a biscuit climbing wall. Adults are sure to love this gorgeously designed local delights wonderland too! Date: 28 May 2022 - 26 Mar 2023 Opening Hours:
Location: The Artground, 90 Goodman Road #01-40 Blk J Singapore 439053 Read moreGet tickets BrookieKids - Mandarin made fun at F&B outletsAn initiative by local mums, BrookieKids transforms spaces into opportunities to speak and learn Mandarin through the use of QR codes and interactive content. They've partnered with several cafes and restaurants so now your kids can have fun learning Mandarin while you tuck into delicious bites and grab a cuppa. By scanning the QR codes at various locations in the stores, you'll be able to play a game in Mandarin as well as learn some Mandarin words that are specific to the location. Complete the activities to enjoy some exclusive promos! BrookieKids will be available at these outlets: Kind KonesEnjoy all-natural, plant based ice cream and learn about the ice-cream ordering process in Mandarin. First 20 users who complete the activity at each outlet get $2 off in-store purchases. All users get 10% off $20 spend for online purchases. Available at: Forum the Shopping Mall and i12 Katong. USD (Upside-Down) CafeSingapore's first upside-down optical illusion-themed cafe, USD Cafe specializes in Malaysia Ipoh White Coffee and is a great place for some unique photo ops with the kids. First 15 users to complete the activity gets a free egg tart. Location: 171 East Coast Road #01-05 Singapore 428877 The Little ThingsAt The Little Things, toddlers as young as two years old can take part in cooking classes to explore the world of food. The BrookieKids activity here teaches kids basic Mandarin cooking vocabulary. Use promo code brookiekids15 to get 15% off your first baking class. Location: 244N Upper Thomson Road GrubFeatured in Singapore's Top Restaurants 2018-2022 by Wine & Dine, Grub is well known for their burgers, signature basque burnt cheesecakes (voted best basque burnt cheesecake by the Straits Times in July 2022) and their wide selection of beers. Learn about burgers in Mandarin and enjoy a free scoop of ice cream or a cup of honey lime juice when your child completes the activity. Available at: Grub Stevens, Novotel @ Stevens, 30 Stevens Road #01-06 Visit BrookieKids website for more information Patricia Piccinini: We Are Connected - ArtScience MuseumPatricia Piccinini, one of Australia's most acclaimed contemporary artists, uses science as a narrative to explore topics close to her heart, such as our relationships with, and responsibility for, the creatures who share our planet. Patricia Piccinini: We Are Connected takes visitors on an enthralling and emotional journey through an extraordinary universe filled with beautifully bizarre hybrids and strange new beings. Image credit: ArtScience MuseumHer hyperrealistic sculptures of mechanized animals, mutated humans, and unknown and unsettling creatures celebrate a world full of wonder and difference. Don't miss Patricia's first major Southeast Asian exhibition, featuring over 40 significant artworks from the early 2000s to 2021. Date: 5 Aug 2022 - 29 Jan 2023 Time: 10am-7pm Get tickets The Everyday Museum - Tanjong Pagar DistriparkAs part of its long-term public art initiative, Singapore Art Museum (SAM) has launched The Everyday Museum, presenting art projects and programmes across Singapore to inspire interest and curiosity in art. The Everyday Museum starts from the Tanjong Pagar District, with Ming Wong's Wayang Spaceship (2022) landing at Tanjong Pagar Distripark. Located prominently with the Singapore seaport as its backdrop, Wayang Spaceship is a mixed media project that explores the convergences between Chinese opera and science fiction. Wayang Spaceship (2022), Image credit: Singapore Art MuseumBy day, the work seems to be dormant, reflecting the harbor and the movements of the post-industrial surroundings at Tanjong Pagar Distripark. When night falls at about 7 p.m, the spacecraft is triggered by an array of light, music, and moving visuals recalling the colors of Chinese opera scenes and costumes from a faraway space and time. Aside from Wayang Spaceship, 2 other public artworks have been commissioned by the Everyday Museum; The Oort Cloud and the Blue Mountain: Edition Tanjong Pagar Distripark (2022) by Hazel Lim-Schlegel and Andreas Schlegel, in collaboration with neuewave, and Creatif Compleks (2018/2022) by Michael Lee. Creatif Compleks (Image credit: Singapore Art Museum)Both artworks are situated in the public areas of Tanjong Pagar Distripark Admission is free for all artworks under the Everyday Museum Dates:
Location: Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, 39 Keppel Road #01-02 Singapore 089065 More information about the Everyday Museum D'Resort @ Downtown East ReopensImage credit: D'Resort @ Downtown EastAfter a 2 year hiatus due to COVID, D'Resort @ Downtown East is reopening again from July 15! Guests at the 387 room resort can expect lots of family friendly amenities including BBQ facilities and 24/7 access to Pasir Ris Park. Water park Wild Wild Wet will be right at your doorstep as well. Cycling trails by My Cycling Kaki, a group of cycling and fitness enthusiasts, and ecofriendly activities by Happy Eco Club, a cool community of home gardeners are available as add-on packages for those looking for outdoor activities. Guests at D'Resort can also look forward to two new attractions opening at Downtown East in July. Gallop Stable will be opening its newest location where animal lovers will be able to enjoy activities such as horseback riding, feeding, and pony parties. Metro Farm, located at level 7 of the multi-storey carpark deck at Downtown East E! Hub will also open in July. Here, you'll be able to participate in educational workshops to learn sustainability and eco-friendliness, and grow your own organic vegetables such as Chinese Cabbage, Ladies' Fingers, and Spinach. Book stays Restored Bukit Timah Railway Station ReopensImage credit: URAThe restored Bukit Timah Railway Station community node along the Rail Corridor has reopened! Explore the new community space which includes heritage elements such as the Railway Station, Railway Staff Quarters, two new lush gardens, and replicas of the old service wagons. A cafe set within the Railway Staff Quarters is slated to open in early July as well. Accessibility features such as barrier-free ramps and walking paths built for visitors of all ages and abilities ensure that everyone will be able to enjoy the new space. More information on the Rail Corridor Attack at Fort Serapong - A Time Travel Adventure TourAre you up for an adventure? On this multi-sensory tour, you won't just learn about history, you'll get to live it! Return to the golden days of Fort Serapong, an abandoned fortress constructed in 1879, and uncover its secrets. Attack at Fort Serapong! will take you to the Battery Command Post and other locations accessible only via guided tour. You'll be put in the shoes of a soldier protecting Singapore from invaders. Explore vine encrusted ruins, abandoned military facilities, and hidden passageways. You'll also get to take on fun missions. But be warned, you'll need all of your wits to complete them! Duration: 2.5 hours Price: $150 per pax Meeting Place: Sentosa Cove Village bus bay Sign Up Take a Trip to Desaru CoastFrom 7 Jul 2022, you'll be able to cruise direct from Singapore's Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal in the South-east of Johor, Malaysia. Operated by Desaru Link Ferry Services, the ferry journey takes just 90 minutes and will be available from Thursdays to Sundays. At Desaru Coast which is an integrated resort development, you can look forward to lots of family activities from mangrove cruising and farm tours, to an Adventure Waterpark, and beach walks. Book ferry tickets Hard Rock Hotel Singapore ReopensImage credit: Resorts World SentosaHard Rock Hotel Singapore is reopening again after its closure due to COVID! Live like a rock star at Hard Rock Hotel which offers an escape from the everyday. The hotel is just minutes away from the attractions at Resorts World Sentosa. After a day of exploring, it's the perfect place to relax and recharge. There's nothing like a swim in the tropically landscaped pool which also features a bar where you can kickback and enjoy a rock inspired cocktail. And when it's Happy Hour, head over to the Rock Bar and rock out to great music accompanied by rock-inspired cocktails. Guests receive complimentary Sentosa Express Passes, giving you easy access to the Mainland as well as everything that Sentosa offers. Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 Check out rates on:KlookTrip.comAgoda Looking for more staycation ideas? Check out our staycation guides Pan Pacific Singapore Urban Jungle AdventureImage credit: Pan Pacific SingaporeIt's family fun time at Pan Pacific Singapore with the launch of a new children's play area and jungle themed family suites. Kids can look forward to the Urban Jungle Village, an indoor playground with seven activity zones such as Jungle Village, Fishing on the Tree, Interactive Games Station, Safari Trail, Forest Library, Explorer Den, and Cave Climber. Families will love the spacious Urban Jungle Suites (76 sqm), with a jungle themed room for the kids, and a luxurious main bedroom for parents. Image credit: Pan Pacific SingaporeDate: 4 Feb - 30 Dec 2022 Location: 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square Singapore 039595 Opening of The Arena @ Keat HongImage credit: Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim via FacebookThere's a new mega playground in town! The Arena @ Keat Hong is a sports and lifestyle hub that comprises a playground with tall towers, long slides, and even a pirate ship, as well as sports facilities such as a futsal pitch, basketball court, and badminton court. Location: Between Blk 411 and 427 at Choa Chu Kang Avenue 3. Jewel-rassic Quest at Jewel Changi AirportImage credit: Jewel Changi AirportStep into the DINO-verse and embark on a prehistoric quest through an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience. From 31 Mar, teleport 89 million years back to the Cretaceous period with Jewel Changi Airport's new attraction, the Jewel-rassic Quest, a dinosaur themed AR game that brings storytelling to life through digital interactivity. Armed with a specially-developed TimeLens (tablet), you'll trail the dinosaurs and watch them wander and fly, discover their hiding places and nest, learn about their eating habits, feed them, and hunt for their eggs in a 90-minute session. Minigame Fossil Excavation (Image credit: Jewel Changi Airport)Be one of the first 1,000 participants to complete the quest and you'll receive a complimentary jungle hat, S$10 Jewel Retail Voucher, and limited edition dinosaur design pins. Date: From 31 Mar 2022 Tickets (introductory price from 31 Mar - 30 Jun 2022):
More information SentoSights - Sustainability and heritage-themed tours of SentosaSentosa Intertidal Exploration (Image credit: Sentosa Development Corporation)In celebration of its 50th year anniversary, Sentosa has collaborated with travel partners to launch a series of sustainability and heritage themed tours. Featuring more than 10 unique guided tours, SentoSights will take guests around Sentosa Island where you'll get to see a different side of Sentosa and discover its rich history and natural heritage. Explore places such as Fort Siloso, Fort Serapong, Tanjong Rimau and the Imbiah, and Coastal Trails. A Taste of Time Travel: Back to the 1870s (Fort Serapong) - Image credit: Sentosa Development CorporationThe SentoSights tours will also offer opportunities to explore the nearby Southern Islands, including a sunset cruise with a sustainable fishing experience in the waters around St John's and Lazarus islands. In addition, fun elements such as game-based exploration, magical demonstrations, and night time forest walks have been woven into the tours, ensuring an educational and entertaining experience for participants. What can I do for fun with my family?Here are 101 weekend family activity ideas to help you get started:. Family bike rides.. Game night.. Neighborhood walks.. Sports training.. Yard work.. Laundry day.. Volunteer in the community.. Family movie night or marathon.. Where can I take my kids in Singapore?Top 52 things to do with kids in Singapore. Gaze at nature at Gardens by the Bay. ... . Explore a new neighbourhood. ... . Spend a day at Sentosa. ... . Go behind the silver screen at Universal Studios Singapore. ... . Meet the animals at Singapore Zoo. ... . Get island hopping. ... . Spy parrots at Jurong Bird Park. ... . Visit Singapore's best kid-friendly museums.. What should I do with my family today?Family Bucket List Filled With Fun Activities and the Best Things to Do Kids. Have a Family Game Night Marathon. Stay in for the evening, get cozy in your jammies and have a game night marathon. ... . Bake Cookies. ... . Go Camping. ... . Have a Lemonade Stand. ... . Make Fresh Squeezed Lemonade. ... . Go Bowling. ... . Go Ice Skating. ... . Overcome a Fear.. Where can I take my kids on Children's Day?Fun With Kids: Where to go for Children's Day and Halloween activities. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay. ... . S.E.A. ... . Universal Studios Singapore. ... . Museum of Ice Cream. ... . SuperPark Singapore. ... . Tayo Station. ... . Jurong Lake Gardens. ... . Legoland Malaysia.. |