Fairy tales, giant inflatables, champion soccer teams and art... We know where all the fun's at this weekend!
Roll on the weekend so we can get busy checking out champion soccer teams (prepare for the pleas for football lessons), picking up some awesome art for the kid’s bedrooms and learning some nifty new skills at a workshop or two. We’ve got your weekend in Singapore with the kids well and truly covered…
1. Pick up a unique piece of art
No detail gets left out and no one gets left behind in a display by differently-abled students and alumni artists in an awesome collection entitled Art for Autism: All Things Singapore, happening now in honour of Singapore’s 52nd birthday. We got a sneak peek recently and can totally vouch for the serious talent on offer! It’s free to have a look, and originals and prints are available for purchase, so head over to check out how these gifted kids and young adults have all put their own spin on what Singapore means to them. #supportinclusion
When: Now until 30 August, 11am-9pm daily
Where: East Garden Foyer, Fullerton Hotel
Cost: Free
www.art.autism.org.sg/exhibition/2017
2. Catch a classic fairy tale brought to life on stage
We love it when an old classic is brought to the stage here in Singapore, and can’t wait to catch Brit theatre company, Lyngo Theatre’s re-imagining of everyone’s fave puppet: Pinocchio. The Curious Adventures of Pinocchio is full of adventure and magic: we won’t lie to you – it looks awesome!
When: 25 July-6 August, various times
Where: Drama Centre Black Box, #03-01 National Library Building, 100 Victoria St, Singapore 18806
Cost: From $28 per person. No children below one year admitted.
www.sistic.com.sg/events/cpino0817
3. Bounce over to Sentosa to an inflatable playground
Last chance to catch the giant inflatable playground Art-Zoo over at Resorts World Sentosa, people. This animal-themed attraction is bouncing back out of town on 31 July.
When: Now until 31 July, 11am-9pm daily
Where: The Bullring, Resorts World Sentosa
Cost: $10 for adults, $20 for kids
www.artzoo.sg
4. Check out the most famous home in Singapore
The official office and residence of Singapore’s President will be throwing open its doors for an early celebration of National Day on 30 July. Bring the family for a sticky beak around the lush gardens, go exploring through all the rooms, check out the colourful performances and catch a guided tour to get the full lowdown on the President’s pad.
When: 30 July, 8.30am-6pm
Where: Istana, Orchard Road
Cost: Free for Singaporeans and PRs, $2 for everyone else. Guided tours from $2 per person.
www.istana.gov.sg
5. Learn origami as a family
Bond over some folding and pick up some new skills at a free, drop in family origami session at the library this weekend. Materials are all provided, just pitch up with your kids age four and above and turn your plain ol’ paper into something cool.
When: 30 July, 2-4pm
Where: Geylang East Public Library Activity Room, 50 Geylang East Ave 1, Singapore 389777
Cost: Free. No registration required.
www.nlb.gov.sg/golibrary2/e/sunday-origami-86122731
6. Create some green in a parent-child workshop
Introduce some urban greenery into your home by learning how to make a Kokedama (string garden) with your own mini-gardener sidekick. Head over to Plain Vanilla for this fun parent-child workshop, and bring your moss ball creation home with you. Also: Eat cake.
When: 29 July, 10.30am-12.30pm
Where: Plain Vanilla Bakery, 1D Yong Siak Street, Tiong Bahru Estate, Singapore 168641
Cost: $79 per parent-child pair
www.facebook.com/events
7. Rock the night away at a free concert
Great music and satay sticks galore! Head over to ‘Satay Night Live’, a free concert that promises retro and contemporary tunes, so be ready to break out your best dance moves! Expect lively performances by local bands including The Durian Theory, One Love and SuperSonic, as well as family-friendly activities such as art-dabbing and fish weaving.
Where: Empress Place, Empress Lawn
When: 29 July, 6-10.30pm
Cost: Free admission
www.nparks.gov.sg/activities/events-and-workshops/2017/7/satay-night-live
8. Cheer on a world class soccer team
For fans of European football, two of the star teams of the soccer world are battling it out on the pitch this weekend as part of the International Champions Cup Singapore. Cheer on Chelsea FC and stomp your feet for FC Internazionale in an action-packed match suitable for the whole family.
When: 29 July, kick off at 7.35pm
Where: National Stadium Singapore
Cost: From $25 per person. Kids age two and below are free but must sit on a lap.
www.sportshub.com.sg
9. Ditch the car for a Sunday of family fun
Head to the Telok Ayer area for this month’s Car Free Sunday initiative where you can expect history lessons, a free bento lunch, exercise classes and sing-a-long sessions.
When: 30 July, from 7.30am
Where: Various locations around Telok Ayer
Cost: Free
www.facebook.com/carfreesundaysg
10. Bring out your inner comic geek
Got a comic buff on your hands? Check out original comics, works, narratives and products as part of the Purrballs@Creative Market, where creators and the public come together to celebrate comic content.
When: 29 July, 11am-6pm
Where: National Design Centre, 111 Middle Road, Singapore 188969
Cost: Free admission
www.facebook.com/events
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