Bookmark this guide for all the info on the newest playgrounds, latest fam-friendly restaurants, upcoming kid 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…
New things to do in Singapore with kids
1. Stand to win a luxury villa holiday in Koh Samui!
Fancy treating the fam to an all-out luxury vacay? Good news – we’ve got the ultimate luxury vacay up for grabs with a stay at Baan Jakawan, a luxury villa in Koh Samui, Thailand, courtesy of The Luxe Nomad. All you have to do is take our short reader survey for 2023 and then cross your fingers and toes!
2. It’s the season of love again this month
February’s here, and it’s time for all lovebirds to get loved up this month. Have you firmed up your plans for 14 Feb? If you need inspo, we’ve got a gift guide, romantic restaurants, and date night ideas that you should check out. Or, level up your V-Day celebration with a staycation at the most romantic hotels in Singapore. Welcome back to the season of love, folks!
3. City Sprouts’ Farmers Market returns
Head down to City Sprouts on Saturday, 4 Feb, for its Farmers Market – Love & Hope Edition. Visitors can shop the freshest greens of the season, heirloom fruits, aromatic small-batch home bakes, the prettiest ornamental plants, and other artisanal crafts. You also can shop directly from the farmers inside their greenhouse, crops and produce are harvested on the day itself. That’s as fresh as you can get! Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Singapore Cancer Society.
4. Have you got your tickets to Frozen the Musical?
If the kiddos (and you) are huge fans of Elsa and Anna, then this is one production the fam shouldn’t skip out on! The hit Broadway musical Frozen arrives at the Sands Theatre on 5 Feb and will be there till 19 Mar 2023. Be enthralled by the whimsical sets, incredible special effects, and brand-new musical numbers. Sing it with us – into the unknown…
5. Enjoy a Disney-themed staycation at Ascott Raffles Place
Can’t get enough of Frozen? Immerse yourself in an icy-inspired getaway at the special Frozen-themed suites at Ascott Raffles Place Singapore. The Cutler Suite has been transformed into an icy world of magic through 3D thematic elements and ambient lighting inspired by the Broadway musical. Be treated to a suite experience and be whisked away to the enchanting kingdom of Arendelle! This 3D2N experience is available for a limited season till 30 Apr 2023. Need more Frozen-themed fun? Check out our complete list of where to find Frozen in Singapore!
6. Explore this creative funhouse at Gardens by the Bay
Something exciting’s coming to GBTB! 29Rooms, an award-winning event by Refinery29 and Vice Media Group, presents an immersive and interactive world of culture, cause and creativity. The concept beckons visitors to rediscover, reimagine, and redefine possibilities from various experiences and mediums through its 29 different thematic rooms. This award-winning experience opens on 10 Feb and will run for 10 weeks.
7. Say hello to the Peranakan museum again
After nearly four years of renovations, the Peranakan Museum at Armenian Street will reopen its doors to the public again in mid-Feb. The completely refurbished building will feature brand-new permanent galleries that introduce visitors to the diverse Peranakan cultures of Singapore and Southeast Asia.
8. Sneakers lovers, this one’s for you…
Sneakertopia is an immersive, large-scale sneaker and street culture exhibition celebrating creativity, self-expression, and innovation. This exhibition will feature over 100 limited-edition sneakers from iconic brands, never-before-seen artworks, and collaborations with 16 Singaporean and locally-based creatives. Put your sneakers on, tie them up – ready, get set, go!
9. Punggol Regional Library opens at One Punggol
New library alert! Punggol Regional Library has opened two of its five floors, and there are heaps of fun things for the kids to explore. Make a beeline for the ‘World and Us Zone’, which features reading materials from around the world. For activities, check out the DIY tinkering station, which has fun, hands-on activities and challenges to put the kids through their paces. There’s also TinkerTots, where children aged six years and below can play with educational toys, and an amazing Toy Library. So much fun for just two floors! We can’t wait for the rest of the library to open.
10. New additions at Fort Canning Park
We love a good day out at Fort Canning Park, and now there are two new things that you can explore while you’re there. Visitors can learn more about the park’s history at the new Fort Canning Heritage Park. The gallery is located on the second and third levels of the Fort Canning Centre. Admission is free, and it opens daily from 10am to 6pm. You should also check out the enhanced Spice Garden while you’re there.
11. Check out an art exhibition by an artist with autism
Ice cream with a side of an immersive art exhibition? Sounds like heaven to us! Swing by Creamier Tiong Bahru and step into CatBee’s Anything Monsters world. Created by Aisha, an artist with autism, the series features monsters with signature triple googly eyes and toothy grins. The 50 gesso boards are individually hand-painted using markers and acrylic paints. Those who are interested to take home the artworks can purchase them through the online store.
12. Things to look out for in Mar (and beyond)
If you’re someone who’s always planning ahead, here are some things that you might want to bookmark:
- Beat the rush and get your tickets to Disney On Ice now! Marvel at Mickey and his friends glide through some of your beloved Disney stories.
- From 1 Mar 2023, the award-winning Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience will bring its 360-degree digital immersive art experience to Resorts World Sentosa! The exhibition is also accompanied by its signature virtual reality experience. Tickets are on sale now.
- Join Wild Space on 12 Mar 2023 to explore the island of Pulau Ubin. Children will be trained as Wild Rangers to identify the island’s flora and fauna. They’ll also pick up conservation skills and learn how to play an active role to be a leader in the preservation of the natural world. Register for this expedition now.
- The Ramadan bazaar at Geylang Serai is back again, and this time, it’s bigger than ever! Expect more than 700 stalls where you can chow on delish food and sweet treats, browse through beautiful baju kurungs and kebayas, and bask in the excitement. The bazaar will run from 17 Mar to 22 Apr 2023.
- Celebrate 100 years of Warner Bros with a one-of-a-kind candlelight musical experience taking place in the majestic Chijmes Hall. The centennial celebration will take place on 19 Apr 2023 at 7 and 9pm.
New-ish things that you may have missed…
13. Visit the newest clubhouse at Bedok Reservoir
HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir is officially open to the public! The clubhouse is home to an indoor water adventure and an activity arena. The water adventure spans three storeys and features Singapore’s longest indoor water slide, the first indoor wet obstacle rope course, climbing walls, and a lazing pool. Head inside and immerse yourself in the first digital active experience arena, which comes with augmented reality bouldering walls and trampolines, a net maze, and a multi-level obstacle course.
14. Hop into an adventurous staycation with Otah & Friends!
Are you little ones fans of Otah & Friends? Rejoice then – there are themed staycations featuring the motley crew at ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay, ParkRoyal Collection Pickering, ParkRoyal on Beach Road and ParkRoyal on Kitchener Road. An Otterly Adventurous Staycation with Otah & Friends includes a one-night stay with breakfast for two adults and one child, collectible plushies, and a welcome pack with themed goodies for the kids. That’s a sweet deal, if you ask us! Rates start from $490 and are available for booking from now till 31 Mar.
We’re busy updating this list all the time. So stay tuned for more fam-friendly openings and new things to do in Singapore!
