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10 Fun Things To Do With Kids In Singapore During The September Holidays 2026
Free & Ticketed Activities For Kids Islandwide
Planning for the September school holidays in Singapore? Break free from routine and explore a city teeming with energy, creativity, and adventure! With exciting interactive art installations, captivating museum experiences, and vibrant festivals, there’s something for everyone! From free holiday events to immersive experiences, we round up fun and exciting September holiday activities to keep the kids entertained.
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EXPERIENCE HARRY POTTER AT WEAVE: Immersive Wizarding Experience
Interactive Magic, Wands & Exclusive ChambersStep into a whole new world at Harry Potter: Visions of Magic. Explore 10 immersive environments filled with multi-sensory installations, original soundscapes and interactive wand experiences that bring Harry Potter to life. Don't miss Singapore-exclusive experiences including the Chamber of Secrets and The Trap Door, plus spaces inspired by the Ministry of Magic, Newt’s Menagerie and the Room of Requirement.
Highlights of Harry Potter: Vision of Magic:
- Interactive wand that reveals hidden magic throughout the journey
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Ten immersive, multi-sensory rooms bringing the wizarding world to life
- Two Singapore-exclusive rooms not found elsewhere
- Family-friendly self-guided experience lasting about 60 minutes
When: Now until December 2026.
Where: WEAVE Level B1, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
How Much: From SG$49 per adult and SG$39 per child. -
CATCH A KIDS' THEATRE SHOW: PEPPA PIG Fun Day Out!
Lively Show With Music & DancingLooking for a stress-free indoor holiday activity this September? Get tickets to a kids' theatre show in Singapore! Happening for one weekend only, PEPPA Pig Fun Day Out! invites little ones to join their favorite pigs on an adventure to the beach. Get ready for lots of singing, dancing, and muddy puddle jumps.
Highlights Of PEPPA PIG Fun Day Out!:
- Interactive elements to keep the kids engaged
- Gentle introduction to live theatre for preschoolers
- 80-minute duration with breaks to suit kids with short attention spans
When: September 5, 2026 at 10:30am, 2pm & 5:30pm; September 6, 2026 at 10:30am, 2pm & 5:30pm
Where: Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore
Tickets: Tickets from SG$28–SG$138 via SISTIC. Book early as seats are limited for this popular weekend show. -
SINGAPORE NIGHT FESTIVAL 2026: Light Installations & Workshops
Projection Mapping & Interactive ExperiencesThe Singapore Night Festival 2026 lights up Bras Basah.Bugis from 21 August to 5 September 2026 under the theme Myths and Legends. Discover a new Museum Zone, spectacular projection mapping at the National Museum, roaming performances and interactive installations celebrating Southeast Asian folklore. Most programs are free and perfect for family evenings out.
Highlights of Singapore Night Festival 2026:
- Free admission for the majority of light shows, installations, and performances
- New Museum Zone with signature projection mapping, theatrical performances and folklore trails
When: August 21 - September 5, 2026
Where: Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct, Singapore
How Much: Free entry with ticketed programs. -
VISIT A SECRET PARK IN SINGAPORE: Hamstead Wetlands Park
Refreshing Nature Walk With WildlifeLooking for a calm outdoor break during the September school holidays? Check out a secret park in Singapore! Head to Hampstead Wetlands Park in Seletar Aerospace Park. This 3.23-hectare green sanctuary offers free boardwalk walks around a pretty water lily lake, excellent birdwatching and quiet picnic spots. Spot kingfishers, bee-eaters and other wildlife while kids enjoy the nearby aerospace-themed playground at The Oval.
Highlights of Hampstead Wetlands Park:
- Free entry & open 24 hours — ideal for short or full-day family visits
- Easy boardwalks and viewing decks perfect for little explorers
- Nearby cafes at The Oval for post-walk treats
When: Ongoing
Where: Baker Street, Singapore 799977
How Much: Free! -
MARVEL AT SINGAPORE ODYSSEA: A Digital Maritime Adventure
Immersive Experience With Light Shows & Interactive SoundscapesThe National Museum of Singapore reopens its newly revamped Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda with Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time, an immersive, multi-sensorial installation charting 700 years of the nation’s history. Visitors embark on a digital maritime voyage from a futuristic Singapore skyline to pre-colonial Singapura, featuring LED light shows, animated projections, interactive soundscapes, and RFID-enabled animal companions that trigger hidden animations along the journey.
Highlights of Singapore Odyssey:
- Multi-sensory, family-friendly history told through play and visuals
- Beautiful multi-sensory projections and interactive elements
- Personal digital animal companions that kids adore
- Free entry for Singaporeans and PRs (timed booking recommended)
When: Ongoing
Where: Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda, National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
How Much: Admission is free for Singaporeans and PRs -
CHECK OUT POP BAKERY AT SENTOSA: IG-Worthy Desserts & Photo Spots
Cute Collectibles & Sweet TreatsCheck out the first POP Bakery in Southeast Asia at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa. This two-story flagship store pairs a full POP MART retail store on the ground floor with a dedicated bakery upstairs. Look forward to whimsical desserts inspired by most-loved characters like Labubu, Dimoo, Molly, Pucky, and more.
Highlights of POP Bakery:
- Character-shaped desserts that kids will adore (and parents will photograph)
- Singapore-exclusive items including Merlion ice cream bars
- Combined shopping and sweet treat experience in one convenient Sentosa location
When: Open daily; 11am–9:30pm (Monday to Thursday), 10am–9:30pm (Friday–Sunday)
Where: WEAVE at Resorts World Sentosa, #01-233, 26 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098138
How Much: Free entry! -
SPEND THE DAY AT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM: Interactive Learning For Little Ones
Free Entry For Singaporeans & PRsSingapore’s first museum just for children invites little ones to explore heritage through play at the Children’s Museum Singapore. In a charming historic building, kids under 12 can enjoy interactive exhibits, role-play and storytelling that bring Singapore’s past and culture to life. Kids can voyage back in time, explore hawker culture, role-play and enjoy toddler-friendly play spaces while learning about local heritage through storytelling and hands-on activities.
Highlights of Children's Museum Singapore:
- It's the only museum in Singapore where kids can play and touch everything!
- Immersive, hands-on exhibits that blend play with local history and culture
- Toddler-friendly Play Pod and engaging galleries for older kids
When: Open daily with timed entry slots
Where: 23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807
How Much: Free entry for Singaporeans & PRs. SG$10 per child and SG$15 per adult for foreigners -
GO TO AN OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND: Get Your Daily Dose Of Vitamin D
Swings, Slides & Climbing ElementsGet the kids off the couch, and take them to an outdoor playground in Singapore where they can burn off energy (and sugar!). Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, this heartland playground features whimsical elements including the Cheshire Cat, magic mushrooms, Tweedledum mirrors, a clock trampoline, slides and climbing structures designed for both younger (aged 2–5) and older (aged 6–12) kids. Perfect for imaginative outdoor play in a compact, storybook setting.
Highlights of Dawson Vista Outdoor Playground:
- Completely free and open around the clock
- Beautiful themed Alice in Wonderland design that sparks imagination
- Separate play zones suited to toddlers and older children
- Practical landscaping with unique character features
- Easy heartland location near Queenstown MRT and other Dawson playgrounds
When: Open daily
Where: 78A Strathmore Avenue, Singapore 140078
How Much: Free! -
PLAN A DAY OUT AT SENTOSA: Sun, Sand & Sea
Free & Ticketed Activities For FamiliesNeed a break from the hustle and bustle of the city? Plan a fun family day out at Sentosa, where you'll find a treasure trove of kid-friendly activities. This September holidays, take the kids to a beach club, stroll down the Fort Siloso Skywalk or get an adrenaline rush at the Skyline Luge. Walk or cycle along the shaded Sentosa Boardwalk, or lounge around at the beach.
When: Open daily
Where: Sentosa Island
How Much: Free and ticketed activities -
TRAIN FOR YOUR NEXT FUN RUN: Get Active With The Kids!
Get Tickets For A Fun Run With The KidsNeed a reason to get the kids moving? Get tickets to an upcoming fun run, kids' dash or marathon in Singapore! Hit your closest park connector for a scenic run with the kids, so they'll be ready to crush it at your next family fun run. Just be sure to head outdoors early in the morning or in the late afternoon or evening to avoid the heat. Wear breathable clothes, and stay hydrated before and after your run!
Highlights of a Fun Run In Singapore:
- Model an active lifestyle for the kids to kickstart healthy habits
- Burn the kids' energy and inspire them to take care of their bodies
- Get your dose of vitamin D, and enjoy the lush greenery that our island has to offer!
- Many fun runs have carnivals, live performances and festive villages for a memorable family bonding time!
When: Various dates and times
Where: Various locations in Singapore
How Much: Fun run tickets from SG$22 per person.
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