Bookmark this guide for all the info on the newest playgrounds, latest fam-friendly restaurants, upcoming kids' exhibits, attraction openings, and much more!
Singapore has so many attractions for treating the kids to a fun day out. Still, we’re always looking for something new to impress – whether for our energetic littlies or temperamental teens. Luckily, the Little Red Dot always has a new treat in store, be it a museum opening, a fantastic new playground, or a fun theatre show for the fam. The difficulty is finding them. You can call off the search – we’ve done the hard work and compiled a list of all the best new openings in Singapore! Without further ado, here are all the new things to do with kids in Singapore. Make sure you scroll till the end for all the details!
New things to do in Singapore with kids – updated for April 2024
Dates for the diary:
4 April – 4/4 shopping events (look for in-store discounts across Singapore!)
10 April – Hari Raya Puasa (Public Holiday)
11 April – National Pet’s Day
21 April – World Creativity and Innovation Day
22 April – Earth Day
1. Hari Raya Aidilfitri (10 April 2024 – Public Holiday)
Muslims believe the sacred month of Ramadan to be the holiest month of the year. It is also one of the biggest cultural events and festivals celebrated here in Singapore. Little known fact: fasting is much more than abstaining from food or drink during daylight hours. Fasting is seen as a commitment to the purification of the soul. This means refraining from bad habits and thoughts. Once you’ve pulled through Ramadan, it’s time to celebrate. Hari Raya Aidilfitri (also called Hari Raya Puasa) is a month-long festival encouraging forgiveness and thanksgiving. Check our guide to Hari Raya for things to do with the kids to celebrate!
2. NEW! Immersive Frida Kahlo exhibition coming to Singapore this May
Get ready for Frida Kahlo: The Life of An Icon, the latest immersive exhibition to hit our shores in 2024! The immersive biographical exhibition at ArtScience Museum gives you an inside look at the life and work of iconic Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo, widely recognised for her vibrant self-portraits. Be transported into Frida Kahlo’s life as you explore eight thematic spaces featuring interactive installations, 360-degree projections, photographs, films, and creative visitor activation spaces. There’s also a VR experience you shouldn’t miss! While we highly recommend this for fans of the artist, kids will appreciate the captivating visuals too – what’s not to love? Exhibition begins 4 May 2024, and tickets go on sale from 17 April 2024 – priced from $19, kids under two years old enter free!
3. LIMITED TIME ONLY: Join our Junior Spring Soirée at Plaza Singapura
We’re all about families at HoneyKids, which is why we’re giving you the chance to indulge the fam in exclusive, elevated experiences at Plaza Singapura. At HoneyKids Presents: Junior Spring Soirée, we’re collaborating with three lifestyle brands this 18 and 19 April to showcase some of the mall’s family offerings. SLM it!, a unique slime experience from Hong Kong, is hosting a slime workshop for kids; experts from children essentials brand Chicco is conducting a workshop on car safety (postponed); while premium kidswear brand balabala is dishing out pro-tips for styling. Plus, there are exciting prizes to be won after each workshop: think VIP membership, exclusive merch, and more!
4. NEW! First fully immersive yoga studio opens in Singapore
Immersive yoga in the heart of Orchard with prenatal yoga and kids’ yoga available? Sign us up. We got to experience a vinyasa yoga class at the brand new Spirit Stretch yoga studio and had a magical flow among the Northern lights and a magical glittery ‘night sky’. Other cool backgrounds include lavender fields, stunning blue seas and even an animated whale to make you feel like you’re in an aquarium! Founded by Singapore-based Ukrainian yogi Svitlana Dabizha, the new yoga studio offers a range of programmes including Yoga Sculpt and Gyroflow, two classes that are unique to the studio. With all the immersive experiences popping up in Singapore lately, we never thought this would be one that we’d get to try! See what went down when we visited the cool new space during the grand opening.
When: Classes held daily. Children Yoga (4-14 years old) starts May 2024; Natal Yoga starts June 2024. Fees start from $55 for 2 classes exclusively for first-timers to Spirit Stretch
Where: Spirit Stretch, Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road, Office Tower #05-04, Singapore 238884
5. NEW: Be immersed in the Sentosa Sensoryscape
Need to escape the hustle and bustle? There’s a new sensory sanctuary on Sentosa, and we can’t wait to explore. Unwind and relax to the sound of trickling water among the Symphony Streams. Enjoy rich scents of herbs and spices at the Scented Sphere, and take in panoramic views from the Lookout Loop. Make sure you visit at night time to be immersed in the Glow Garden, a fusion of art, nature and technology featuring stunning light displays. There are six different areas to explore in total, each igniting a different sense. Best bit: It’s completely FREE!
6. NEW! Singapore Cable Cars: Be one of the first to ride in a brand new SkyOrb
The bravest families will love this one! With a see-through glass floor, we can’t wait to take a ride in the SkyOrb, the world’s first chrome-finished spherical cabin on the Singapore Cable Car! Tickets start from just $15, as an upgrade to a standard ticket. And it’s a great time to ride, as this is your last chance to see the Pokemon cable cars, that are set to disappear after 30 April!
7. Date Night: HAMILTON [Advisory 16] comes to Singapore this April
The Revolution is coming to Singapore! The Tony, Grammy, Olivier, and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical is coming to Singapore! HAMILTON first premiered on Broadway in August 2015 to wide critical and audience acclaim and has gone on to play seasons in London’s West End, Australia, Germany, Canada and New Zealand. Look forward to an incredible score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, taking the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and turning it into a revolutionary moment in theatre – a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education. With book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire.
When: From 19 April 2024
Where: HAMILTON, Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Pssst… Want to see HAMILTON at a discounted price? Sign up for the ticket lottery for your chance to purchase 2 tickets for $56!
8. NEW: Tropical Play Forest at Changi Airport
Terminal 3, Departure Hall
Singapore is possibly the only country where we’d want to hang out at the airport, even if we’re not catching a plane. Now, you can yet another reason to why Changi is the best airport in the world, with the opening of the Tropical Play Forest at the Terminal 3 Departure Hall! Kiddos will love climbing, bouncing and swinging their way around like the true little monkeys they are. Don’t forget to get creative at the Basement 2 photo spots. If you visit the Candy Carnival at the T3 Arrival Hall, you’ll have a chance to win fun prizes.
Bonus: Take home a free Kids Activity book when you dine at participating F&B restaurants in Changi Airport Public Areas. So fun!
9. Celebrate National Pet’s Day at the newly opened Little Island Brewing Co, Gillman Barracks
Did you know that 11 April is National Pet’s Day in Singapore? Why not treat your furry friend to a day out at the newly opened pet-friendly Little Island Brewing Co. at Gillman Barracks. Teaming up with the crew at Lunoji, expect a chill day out with good vibes and conversation, where your pets will feel as welcome as you do.
When: 13 – 14 April 2024, 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: Bark and Brew, Little Island Brewing Co., Gillman Barracks
10. Little dino-lovers won’t want to miss ROAR! Dinosaur Adventure Park 2.0
We love hunting for dinosaurs in Singapore! This month, Let’s Play at Marina Square is being transformed once again, this time into ROAR! Dinosaur Park 2.0! Have you ever wanted to meet Dinosaurs in real life? Walk into an awesome world that draws you back to the sights and sounds of the Jurassic age with life-size, full-scale, animatronic dinosaurs! We’re so excited to see the range of dinosaur themed attractions. PlayStation games, ride-on adventure cars and dinosaur rides, a ball pit, and dino inflatables are all on the list. Little budding paleontologists can even dig up dinosaur fossils in the sand pit and explore the dinosaurs in the forest!
When: 12 April – 30 June 2024
Where: ROAR! Dinosaur Park 2.0, Let’s Play Marina Square, tickets from $31.
11. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince in Concert [PG13]
Experience the sixth part of the Harry Potter film series with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert! The Metropolitan Festival Orchestra will perform Nicholas Hooper’s incredible score live while the entire film plays in high-definition on a 40-foot screen. As a recap for those who don’t remember, in this episode, Lord Voldemort tightens his grip on both the Muggle and Wizarding Worlds. While Dumbledore and Harry prepare for battle, romance blossoms for Ron and Hermione. Love is in the air, but danger lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again. Book your tickets now through Sistic.
When: 19 and 20 April 2024
Where: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert, Esplanade Theatre
Pssst… Are you or your kids Potterheads? Here’s where to find all things Harry Potter in Singapore (including the latest attractions!)
12. Teens and adults only: Little Shop of Horrors [MATURE ADVISORY]
We’re in a time-warp! Guess which musical is set to hit the stage this April: Little Shop of Horrors! This smash-hit horror / comedy / rock musical has been shocking audiences around the world for over thirty years, and now it’s Singapore’s turn. The story follows a meek floral assistant called Seymour who stumbles across a peculiar plant. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivorous plant makes a deal with Seymour. Fame and fortune in exchange for a rather unconventional diet of, wait for it.. human blood! As the plant’s appetite grows, so does the chaos!
When: 12 April – 28 April 2024
Where: Little Shop of Horrors, SOTA Drama Theatre
13. CQ Street Fest
We’re so excited for 5 days of fun at Clarke Quay this April in celebration of CQ Street Fest! This fam-friendly street festival will feature world renowned performance artists at Clarke Quay’s Fountain Square, which will be transformed into a mesmerising circus extravaganza. Prepare to be swept away into a world of escapology, acrobatics, music, and mastery!
When: 17 – 21 April 2024
Where: CQ Street Fest, Clarke Quay
14. NEW: ‘Naruto The Gallery’ exhibition at Universal Studios Singapore
Visitors to Universal Studios Singapore who are fans of the Naruto anime series will want to make sure to explore this brand new exhibition located at Soundstage 28. Naruto: The Gallery will showcase six areas delving into the world of manga artist Masashi Kishimoto. Discover the evolution of the Naruto series, with dioramas of iconic scenes, photo displays and character profiles. There’s also limited edition exclusive merchandise, a fun photo booth, and even a pop up Naruto: The Gallery Cafe with a specially designed menu of dishes from the anime series!
When: Until 30 June 2024
Where: Naruto: The Gallery, Soundstage 28, within Universal Studios Singapore
15. Azaleas of Shangri La: Cloud Forest exhibition opening at Gardens by the Bay
The Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay is being transformed into a wonderland of azaleas! Did you know that ‘Shangri-La’ is a mythical utopia described in the fantasy novel ‘Lost Horizon’? This display takes inspiration from this magical place, and transports visitors into an enchanting paradise set against the backdrop of the Himalayas. Discover over 15 varieties of azaleas in beautiful bright colours, as well as a collection of traditional medicinal herbs set amongst vibrant Himalayan architecture and artefacts.
When: 9 April – 5 May 2024
Where: Azaleas of Shangri La, Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay
16. Science Centre Singapore – DNA Lab Open House to celebrate DNA Day on 25 April
Mini scientists in the making need to visit the Science Centre Singapore this month! It’s DNA Day on 25 April, commemorating the discovery of the double helix structure. Celebrate at the DNA Lab with fun-filled activities and a mini-carnival. Learn how to extract DNA, try gel micropipetting, get an airbrush tattoo or try your hand at wire-art. Admission is free for Science Centre guests, with some paid activities.
When: 21 and 22 April 2024
Where: DNA Lab Open House, Science Centre Singapore
17. Blockbuster movies to catch on the big screen: Ghostbusters, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
There’s a swathe of brand new movies hitting the cinema this April! Some are good for the whole family (Kung Fu Panda 4 for the win!) Others are best for teens and older, like Kong and Dune 2. One we cannot wait for is the brand new Ghostbusters movie, which features Paul Rudd and is set back at the original fire station! Who you gonna call?
18. Adults Only: After Dark at Museum of Ice Cream
The Museum of Ice Cream is now opening after dark! This special adults-only experience features boozy flavoured ice cream, and a chance to enjoy MOIC without the kiddos! Happening every Thursday to Sunday after 6:00pm, indulge in an exclusive tasting menu of unique ice cream, boozy additions and opportunities to reconnect and play with favourite cone-panions. Scoop your tickets online before you go.
When: Thursday – Sunday evenings after 6:00pm
Where: MOIC After Dark, Museum of Ice Cream, tickets from $66
19. Tulipmania returns to the Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome
We can’t wait to see the visual splendour that is Tulipmania! It’s one of our favourite flower exhibitions at Gardens by the Bay, returning for it’s 10th edition. Evoking the charm of iconic tulip farms in the Netherlands, where tulips are uniformly planted in rows of singular colour, this year’s floral display blends tradition and modernity. Expect to see quintessential elements of the traditional Dutch landscape such as the windmill and watermill set against modern features that showcase technological advancements in urban farming and clean energy. Love this!
When: 29 April – 26 May 2024
Where: Tulipmania, Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
New-ish things that you may have missed…
20. New indoor playground alert: Smigy Forum and Yooland at Westgate!
New indoor playgrounds have been popping up lately! You may know Smigy for their indoor playground at PLQ mall, but now they’ve opened one right in the heart of Orchard Road! Smigy Forum features an epic ball pit, slides, role playing areas and dress up corners, plus rooms for birthday parties. Over in the west of Singapore, Yooland is a dreamy all-purple indoor playground that has just opened in Westgate – the largest indoor playground in the west at over 6,000sqft in size! This new spot offers a ball pit, sand pit, slides, trampolines, rock climbing, a life-sized hamster wheel and lots of pretend play opportunities.
Smigy Forum, 583 Orchard Road #B1-04/05, Singapore 238884; Yooland, 3 Gateway Drive #03-36/37, Singapore 608532
21. Snow City transforms into a coloured ice playground
Love to get the kids running around at a playground, but hate the suffocating heat of being outdoors? Snow City has the answer, with Singapore’s largest dyed ice gallery, the Coloured Ice Playground. Recognised by the Singapore Book of Records, snap pics with ice sculptures, try your hand at mini golf on ice, and check out the ice slide. All of this has been created by famed Singaporean artist, Jeffrey Ng. The whole playground took 499 hours of painstaking craftsmanship to create, so it’s well worth a look! Tickets from $25 for 2 hours of playtime.
Things to look out for in May 2024 (and beyond)
If you’re someone who’s always planning ahead, here are some things that you might want to bookmark:
22. Tickets now on sale for a Frida Kahlo immersive exhibition
Opening 4 May 2024
Frida Kahlo was undoubtedly one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, and this immersive biographical exhibition is a celebration of her life and work. Frida Kahlo: The Life of An Icon is set to hit our shores in May 2024 at the ArtScience Museum. Explore the life and work of this iconic Mexican artist, who was widely recognised for her vibrant self-portraits. While we highly recommend this for fans of the artist, kids will appreciate the captivating visuals too – what’s not to love?
Best bit: Kids under two years old enter free! Exhibition begins 4 May 2024, and tickets go on sale from 17 April 2024.
23. Bluey’s Big Play: The Stage Show
It’s just been announced that Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are coming to Singapore this June school holidays! Bluey’s Big Play is a spectacular theatrical adaptation of the Emmy award-winning children’s television series featuring the loveable dog family created by Joe Brumm. Expect new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush (boy are we obsessed with all those lovely tunes from the TV show!) and brilliantly created puppets bringing the Heeler family to life – for real life!
Tickets will be on sale on 26 February 2024 at Marina Bay Sands and SISTIC, so stay tuned!
When: 13 – 23 June 2024
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Pssst… Check out more kids theatre in Singapore for the tickets you need to book in advance!
24. COMING SOON! Harry Potter: Visions of Magic at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore
We’ve been hoping this amazing experience would make its way to Singapore, and we are so excited to share that the waitlist is now open! While we don’t have an exact opening date, we know it will be happening in the fourth quarter of 2024 – so anytime from October, hopefully in time for Halloween! What we do know, is this will be an ‘interactive art experience’, bringing to life corners of the mysterious wizarding world that we’ve never before explored. Look forward to a 40,000sqft venue with the chance to immerse yourself in the Room of Requirement, Newt’s Menagerie, the Ministry of Magic, and more with responsive video content, bold architecture, and breathtaking multi-sensory installations and interactive tech. Sounds exciting!
When: Fourth quarter of 2024
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, join the waitlist
We’re busy updating this list all the time. So stay tuned for more fam-friendly openings and new things to do in Singapore!