Looking for things to do in Singapore this weekend with the kids? From bike riding to recycled crafts, musical drama for kiddos to a little literature fest at a children’s bookstore, we’ve found 10 fun things to do that the whole crew will love. We’ve even found a couple of awesome opportunities for you to ditch the kiddos for a date night with a difference! Don’t forget to also pop over to HoneyKidsGo where you’ll find more ideas for fam-friendly workshops and activities.
1. Laugh, sing and dance at a crazy classical concert
We are lovin’ the look of Act 3 International’s upcoming presentation: Crazy Classics with Sid Bowfin. Kiddos age four and up can expect to laugh, sing and dance along on an interactive musical adventure with Sid Bowfin: a comic musician who will be bringing his zany violin antics to the stage in a performance the whole gang will love.
When: 25 February-5 March, various timings
Where: Drama Centre Black Box 100 Victoria Street Level 5, National Library Building, Singapore 188064
Cost: From $28 per person
www.sistic.com.sg/events/ccrazy0317?cid=RTB-crazy0317
2. Turn your old CDs into a craft masterpiece
Put your unloved and unwanted old CDs and DVDs to good use at a free art ‘n’ craft session at the library for kiddos age seven to 12 years. Your mini-makers will get their craft on at the EcoCraft Dig Out Your Drawers workshop, where they’ll be making their own decorative mandala from the discs they bring along.
When: 25 February, 10.30am-12:30pm
Where: Central Public Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 100 Victoria Street, National Library Board, Singapore 188064
Registration: Go to www.nlb.gov.sg to register
www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2/e/ecocraft-dig-out-your-drawers-cd-mandala-49579789
3. Date night! Rock ‘n’ roll at the Guns ‘n’ Roses concert
Rock legends Guns ‘n’ Roses are coming to our Paradise City for a one-night only concert, and if you haven’t grabbed your tix yet then Don’t Cry: there are still a few left over at SISTIC. We can’t wait to Welcome to the Jungle Axl, Slash and the rest of our fave hard-rock band, and we’re busy practising our old mosh moves for this date night with a difference.
When: 25 February, 8pm
Where: Changi Exhibition Centre, 9 Aviation Park Road 498760
Cost: From $199 per person
www.sistic.com.sg/events/gnr0217
4. Hang out with the macaques of Bukit Timah
This free, fun and informative walk is suitable for kids aged eight and up, and will be led by experts from the Jane Goodall Institute Singapore. The guided adventure around Bukit Timah Nature Reserve will have you re-thinking your opinions of these cheeky characters by teaching you about the social world they inhabit, their family networks, power struggles and day-to-day lives.
When: 25 February, 5-6.30pm
Where: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve,, BTNR Visitor Centre’s Front Courtyard
Registration: Email [email protected], at least 3 days in advance. Do provide your name, contact number, number of adults and kids (maximum 5 participants per registration). Upon receiving your registration, they will reply with a confirmation email. The walk will be cancelled if there is bad weather 45 minutes before the walk.
www.nparks.gov.sg/activities/events-and-workshops/2017/2/a-walk-with-your-neighbours-the-macaques-of-bukit-timah
5. Hop along to a family-friendly musical
Go on a musical adventure with Peter Rabbit as his constant mischief-making leads to him hopping off into the big wide world as a tiny fugitive. SRT’s The Little Company brings us A Peter Rabbit Tale, based on everyone’s favourite children’s classic by Beatrix Potter, and this lovely page-to-stage version has been beautifully reimagined by Sarah Brandt. We guarantee the whole family will be overflowing with the warm ‘n’ fuzzy feels from a story that’s filled with important ‘family is everything’ and ‘it’s okay to be yourself’ messages. When: 24 February-14 April, various timings
Where: KC Arts Centre Home of Singapore Repertory Theatre, 20 Merbau Road, Robertson Quay, Singapore 239035
Cost: From $25 per person
www.sistic.com.sg/events/cpeter0417
6. Explore Singapore: by bike!
Drop by the Singapore Art Museum and pick up a free bike rental courtesy of Hello, Bicycle! Push off with the family from the merchandise booth at the museum lobby, and pedal your way around Singapore on an active sightseeing expedition as part of the Singapore Biennale initiative.
When: Now until 26 February
Where: Singapore Art Museum, 71 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189555
www.singaporebiennale.org/biennale-on-wheels.php
7. Go on a musical date night
Ditch the kids (again!) and grab a date night to catch your last chance to see the musical sensation that is CHICAGO. Whizz back in time to the 1920s and join nightclub singer Roxie Hart in a show full of jazz, dance, drama and mystery before it taps its way back outta town on Sunday.
When: Now until 26 February, various timings
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Cost: From $65
www.sistic.com.sg/events/chicago0217
8. Celebrate Singapore kids’ lit at Woods in the Books
Make sure you register for this bookish family-fest over at one of our favourite kids’ bookstores, Woods in the Books, where you can expect a heap of fun as part of the BuySingLit initiative. The LITTLE Singlit session includes activities, competitions and a special exhibition, all perfect for small bookworms.
When 24-26 February, 10am–7pm daily
Where Woods in the Books, No. 3 Yong Siak Street, Tiong Bahru
Cost: Free with $20 purchase of Singlit books, registration advised
www.facebook.com/events/1834095716834010
9. Turn paper cups into roosters at PIP’s PLAYbox!
Last chance for CNY craft, folks! Join a drop-in session at PIP’s PLAYbox to celebrate the Year of the Rooster by making a cockerel out of disposable paper cups.
When: Now until 28 February, 11am-6pm daily
Where: PIP’s PLAYbox, Esplanade
www.esplanade.com
10. Go green at the Organic-Friendly Farmers’ Market
Head over to Hotel Jen to fill your bags with delicious, organic produce from local vendors at the Organic-Friendly Farmers’ Market. Get the lowdown on growing your own veggies and tips on how to create your own sauces and condiments from the resident chefs: We may well see you there browsing the organic coconut oil, kefir water and nut butters!
When: 25 February, 9.30am-4pm
Where: Hotel Jen, Orchardgateway, 277 Orchard Road #10-01, Singapore 238858
www.facebook.com/events/401548933513082