Things to do with kids this weekend in Singapore

This weekend: 17–18 October 2026

Find something for your family this weekend, from events to places to explore.

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Places & regular activities

PlaygroundsFree

Jalan Riang Playground

A green neighbourhood play area surrounded by homes and shophouses. Follow on-site notices and the equipment age guidance.

Serangoon

Children · check venue age and height rules · Free

Daily · check playground access and maintenance notices

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Playgrounds

Jewel Canopy Park

Explore Foggy Bowls, the Topiary Walk, Petal Garden and Discovery Slides under Jewel's glass canopy. Slides require a minimum height of 110 cm. Nets, mazes and the bridge require separate tickets or bundles. Children need a paying adult companion.

Changi

Child ticket 3–12 years · slides require height of at least 110 cm · S$8 standard / S$6 Singapore residents per adult or child

Mon–Thu 10 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sun, PH/eves 10 AM–10 PM · last entry 30 min before closing

View activity: Jewel Canopy Park
Playgroups & Parent-Child Classes

Julia Gabriel PlayNest — Forum

Adult-accompanied early learning with sensory play, music and language activities. The Term 4 2026 schedule lists 90-minute sessions; confirm availability and fees with the centre.

Orchard

6–18 months · adult accompanied · Term fees on enquiry

Parent or caregiver joins

Term 4 2026 · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun · 90-minute sessions; confirm availability

View activity: Julia Gabriel PlayNest — Forum
Playgroups & Parent-Child Classes

Julia Gabriel PlayNest — Greenwich V

Adult-accompanied early learning with sensory play, music and language activities. The Term 4 2026 schedule lists 90-minute sessions; confirm availability and fees with the centre.

Seletar

6–18 months · adult accompanied · Term fees on enquiry

Parent or caregiver joins

Term 4 2026 · Fri, Sat and Sun · 90-minute sessions; confirm availability

View activity: Julia Gabriel PlayNest — Greenwich V
Libraries & storytimeFree

Jurong Library

The Early Literacy Library has areas for children under 3 and ages 4–6. Older children can explore the dedicated teens’ space. Closes at 5 PM on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and Chinese New Year’s Eve; closed on public holidays. Check the NLB page for dated programmes and registration.

Jurong East

All ages · Free

Daily 10 AM–9 PM · closed on public holidays

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Libraries & storytimeFree

Jurong West Library

Browse the children’s section and use the space where parents can read aloud with their children. Closes at 5 PM on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and Chinese New Year’s Eve; closed on public holidays. Check the NLB page for dated programmes and registration.

Jurong West

All ages · Free

Daily 10 AM–9 PM · closed on public holidays

View activity: Jurong West Library
Music & dance

Juzmusic Junior Discovery — Marine Parade

A parent-accompanied early-childhood music class using singing, movement, rhythm and instruments. A parent or guardian attends every 45-minute session; confirm the suitable age group and current timetable before booking.

Marine Parade

Newborn–4 years · parent or guardian joins · Free trial class · confirm regular fees

Parent or caregiver joins

Sat 12–12:45 PM; Sun 10:30–11:15 AM · Thu/Fri TBC

View activity: Juzmusic Junior Discovery — Marine Parade
Playgrounds

Kaboodle Creative Play Space

Build and explore with large sensory blocks in an open-ended indoor play space. Kaboodle is now at Katong Square. Closed Tuesdays and on 12 September 2026 for private parties; the operator lists 13 September as open all day.

Joo Chiat / Katong

Children · check venue age and height rules · Check current admission prices

Mon & Wed–Sun · 9:30 AM–6:30 PM · closed 12 Sep 2026

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Arts & craftsFree

Keppel Centre for Art Education

A free family art-learning space with hands-on drop-in activities, creative learning studios and a Calm Pod where young learners and families can explore, create and play together.

Civic District

Families with children · Free admission

Daily · 10 AM–7 PM · cleaning closures 12:30–1 PM and 3:30–4 PM

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Playgrounds

Kidz Amaze SAFRA Jurong

A large indoor playground with vertical play structures and spaces for climbing and exploring. Check member and non-member admission rates.

Jurong West

Children · check venue age and height rules · Check current admission prices

Weekends and public holidays · 10 AM–7 PM; check hours for other days

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Science & discovery

KidZania Singapore

An indoor role-play city where children explore occupations and real-world activities through guided experiences.

Sentosa

Best suited to ages 4–17 · Admission fee applies

Daily, 10 AM–6 PM · check activity age rules

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Playgrounds

Kidztropic Cove

Open-ended play with pretend-play stations, toys and a reading corner for children up to six. Closed Mondays; public-holiday opening is 10 AM–7 PM. If a public holiday falls on Monday, confirm opening with the operator before visiting.

River Valley

Up to 6 years · 2 hours: S$25 Tue–Fri; S$29 Sat/Sun/public holidays. Extra adults: S$5 / S$7 respectively.

Tue–Fri 2–7 PM; weekends and public holidays 10 AM–7 PM. Closed Mondays; confirm Monday public holidays.

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PlaygroundsFree

King’s Road Park Playground

A neighbourhood playground with a hardcourt and shelter. NParks gives a ten-minute walk from Farrer Road MRT Exit B; check the route and equipment notices before visiting.

Bukit Timah

Children · check venue age and height rules · Free

Daily · check playground access and maintenance notices

View activity: King’s Road Park Playground
Sports & movement

Kite Flying at Marina Barrage

Fly a kite on Marina Barrage’s Green Roof with views across Marina Bay. No prior booking is needed for casual kite-flying; public space is first come, first served. Bring your own kite or check the on-site shop. Kite-flying is not allowed after dark. Check PUB and CAAS notices for temporary aerial restrictions before visiting.

Marina Bay

Families · Free public access · bring your own kite

Daytime only · kite-flying after dark is not allowed

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Playgrounds

Kiztopia Marina Square

Indoor play zones for children aged twelve and below.

Marina Bay

Children 1–12; under-1s enter free with a paying child · Single admission: S$29.80 (1 hour), S$39.80 (2 hours), S$49.80 (3 hours)

Sun–Thu 10 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat and public holidays 10 AM–9 PM; check closure notices

View activity: Kiztopia Marina Square
Playgrounds

Kiztopia Prestige New Bahru

Soft-play experiences designed for toddlers and preschoolers. On 15 September 2026, opening hours are 10 AM–3 PM due to deep cleaning. Check the booking page for current admission and session availability.

River Valley

Toddlers and preschoolers · check venue age and height rules · Check current admission prices

Sun–Thu 10 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat, public holidays and their eves 10 AM–9 PM. 15 Sep 2026 only: 10 AM–3 PM.

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Other

Kumon Learning Centre — UE Square

Maths and English learning programmes at UE Square, with study plans tailored by the centre. Contact Kumon to discuss your child’s age, readiness and the current centre schedule.

River Valley

Preschool to secondary-school students · confirm suitability with the centre · Check assessment and programme fees

Mon and Thu 2:30–8 PM; Sat 9:30 AM–4 PM · confirm individual learning appointments

View activity: Kumon Learning Centre — UE Square
Museums & exhibitionsFree

Learning Gallery at Singapore Art Museum

A free contemporary-art gallery created around curiosity, childhood and learning. The current edition presents works across different media and themes, with learning resources designed to help visitors of different ages engage with the art.

Outram

All ages · family learning resources available · Free for all

Daily · 10 AM–7 PM · current edition until 27 Jun 2027

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Science & discovery

Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum

Explore Singapore and Southeast Asia’s biodiversity through the museum’s natural-history galleries. Book admission and check the visitor information for the available visit sessions.

Queenstown

Families · check admission and programme age guidance · Ticketed · check resident and child admission rates

Tue–Sun · 10 AM–6 PM; closed Monday

View activity: Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
Playgroups & Parent-Child Classes

Little Forest Playgroups — Kovan

Stay with your child for music, stories, sensory activities and creative play. Choose English Little Troopers or Little Mandarin. Kovan classes last one hour. Book more than 12 hours ahead; socks are required. The trial pass is valid for one month.

Serangoon

8 months–3 years · adult accompanied · Trial S$55; two sessions for the same child S$100 · first-time customers only

Tue–Thu and Sat · English and Mandarin sessions; see official timetable

View activity: Little Forest Playgroups — Kovan