Looking for fun things to do with the kids during the upcoming March and Easter school holidays? We’ve got lots of ideas from free events to fun activities
It’s the March school holidays for local schools from 9 to 17 March 2024 followed closely by the Easter school holidays for International schools. What have you planned for your kids to do? Don’t panic, we are here to help with a heap of fun kids’ activities to check out! And as we know many of you are still hunting for educational things to do – here’s a quick link (with promos for our readers!) to get booking March holiday camps for sports, drama and art, coding and more!
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Things to do with kids during the March and Easter holidays in Singapore
1. Snack Attack at SuperPark Singapore
Indoor playground SuperPark is always great for kids all ages, so it’s the perfect spot for siblings over the school holidays! Superpark consists of two levels of unlimited activities, including a popular Pedal Car Track, a tube slide, flying fox, trampolines, archery, plus ball games, Skate & Scoot, Augmented Climbing and more! This March school holidays SuperPark Singapore is partnering up with international snacks provider Snack Attack for the ultimate snack experience. Look out for the Snack Attack Pop-up store which will showcase viral international snacks and drinks such as PRIME Hydration, Mr Beast Chocolate Bars, Takis Tortilla Chips, PRIME Soft Serve Ice Cream and more! Unlock the Super Snack Treasure Box and uncover $180 worth of snacks.
Exclusively during the March school holidays from 9 to 17 March 2024, get a free Mr Beast Chocolate bar for every Membership sign-up.
When: Ongoing fun at SuperPark; Snack Attack collab 9-17 March 2024
Where: SuperPark Singapore,3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City, #02-477, North Wing, Singapore
How much: from $22.90 for children under 100cm, $30.90 for adults. Get tickets online here.
Read more: Best indoor playgrounds in Singapore
2. Wild Wild Wet Songkran Kids Festival
Wild Wild Wet at Downtown East is putting on Singapore’s first-ever Songkran Kids Festival! For the entire month of April little ones and their families can look forward to a multitude of activities from dance workshops, to DJ dance parties, an epic 25m-long elephant-themed inflatable obstacle course as well as playful water gun shoot-offs. Get your hands on the exclusive Child Weekend Splash Passes for $50 (inclusive of an Elephant Hooded Towel, Hair Tinsel session, Airbrush Tattoo, and DJ Tryout session) for maximum fun!
Sassy Mama readers get $5 off with code SMSKF24, apply on checkout here.
When: 1 – 30 Apr 2024, all days except Tuesdays when the park is closed, from 12pm to 6pm
Where: Wild Wild Wet, Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Cl, Singapore 519599
How much: $50 for Splash Passes. Off Peak Bundles also available at $21 and $29 for Children and Adults, includes a free drink from Ola Beach Club & a limited edition reusable elephant straw Get tickets online here.
3. Pororo Park & Little Masterchef workshop
Experience the enchanting world of Pororo Park Singapore, a captivating animation-themed destination at Marina Square! Following a revamp last year the park now features an expanded play gym with a giant ball pit, a dedicated area for toddlers and a newly installed Mini Carousel, Rody’s Swing and Spinning Chairs! Kids love the Pororo Express train ride and the serene Hinoki sensory pit. There’s a special holiday class on: Little Masterchef: Fruit Tart Making Workshop. Let your children explore their creativity as they personalise their own fruit tarts with a variety of fresh fruits. They’ll get to be artists and enjoy this hands-on activity (and enjoy the fruits of the labour afterwards) from just $2-6 extra on top of the regular entry price.
When: Pororo Park playspace opens daily, Little Masterchef: Fruit Tart Making Workshop: 11-15 March
Where: Pororo Park Singapore, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, #02-29, Singapore 039594
How much: workshop: $6 (non-member), $4 (LITE members), $2 (ELITE, Gold, Silver Members). Entry to Pororo Park $38 (kids aged 9 months – 12 years, inclusive of 1 adult; Get tickets here.
4. Tropical Play Forest at Changi Airport Terminal 3
There’s a new playground at Changi Airport! Climb, bounce and swing your way through the Tropical Play Forest playground at Changi Airport Terminal 3, Departure Hall. Kids can slide down a ‘waterfall’ into a ball pit, brave the suspension bridges on the ‘treetop walk’, or even swing on a coconut tree! Kids must be at least 0.9m tall to enter. Those between 0.9 to 1.1m tall must be accompanied by an adult (at least 18 years old). All entering the playground must wear socks. Look out for the cute photo ops (T3, Basement 2, near Swensen’s and next to TheJellyHearts).
When: 8 March to 1 May 2024, Fridays: 5pm – 10pm, Weekends, School Holidays & Public Holidays: 12pm -10pm
Where: Terminal 3, Departure Hall (opposite Check-in Row 11)
How much: Direct purchase $10. Receive a free pass with a minimum spend of $50 in a single receipt ($80 for supermarket) excluding receipts from Jewel Changi Airport. Adults accompanying children can purchase a pass at $5.
5. Splashtopia at Sentosa Palawan Green
Get excited ‘cos there’s another new inflatable park pop-up space in town and this time it involves water play! Splashtopia @ Sentosa Palawan Green is a collab between Sentosa and Kiztopia. Designed for children of all ages, this exclusive March holiday event will feature nine inflatables to bounce and clamber on, water slides, and obstacle courses all in mini pools (that are adult shin-deep) so keep an eye on the kids if it gets crowded! Wear swimwear and bring a towel and a change of clothes. There’s also a mini carnival next door with rides for little ones.
Where: Palawan Green, Sentosa
When: 8 – 31 Mar 2024; Mon – Thurs: 2pm to 7pm; Fri – Sun, PH & School Holidays: 9.30am to 8pm
How much: various ticket bundles. Get your tickets here!
6. Take the kids go-kart racing!
Get behind the wheel and experience go-karting! There are a number of places to go kart in Singapore with outdoor circuits, as well as the new indoor electric go-karting Hyperdrive in Sentosa, which is three levels of air-con go-karting fun! This indoor go karting is a real hit, especially with older kids (you can go mighty fast and there are VR options too). Height requirements apply. Check out all the info on go-karting in Singapore here!
7. Kids’ workshops and artworks to explore
When was the last time you took the kids to the National Gallery Singapore? Don’t miss the immersive artworks at the Gallery Children’s Biennale. The exhibition themed Let’s Make a Better Place’ comes to an end on 31 March 2024, so hurry and visit now – it’s free for all and makes for a fun family day out! Check out the 11 artworks plus register early for new March workshops and performances, especially for kiddos.
Where: Gallery Childrne’s Biennale, National Gallery Singapore
When: until 31 March 2024
How much: Free for exhibition (some workshops ticketed).
11. Challenge the kids at Forest Adventure obstacle course
Have you ever been to Forest Adventure? We reckon this tree-top obstacle course is a great idea for some family bonding time with kids of all ages – littlies and teens included! There are different age-appropriate ropes courses – you’ve got the Kids Course for littlies aged 5 to 9 (min. height 1.1m), the Junior Course for those looking for a bit more of a challenge (min. height 1.35m), and the Grand Course! We also love Forest Adventure’s beautiful outdoor location in serene Bedok Reservoir Park, right next to the water, which you’ll fly over with the 300m zipline as part of the Junior Course green rope course – a huge highlight!
Where: Forest Adventure, Bedok Reservoir Park, Singapore 479244
How much: from $40.90
12. Visit the Science Centre for educational fun!
Science Centre Singapore is one of our favourite places to head for an entire morning or afternoon. With plenty of hands-on learning from playful exhibits at KidsSTOP to real butterflies, there’s plenty to keep your kiddos occupied. Check out our top 10 tips for families heading to the Science Centre.
When: Ongoing; 10am – 6pm, last entry at 5:15pm (Monday – Friday)
Where: Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road, Singapore 609081
How much: from $12. Click here to book tickets.
13. Birdwatch at Bird Paradise
The March holidays are a great time to visit Bird Paradise if you haven’t been. A highlight is the eight walk-through aviaries with different habitats of the world and several free-roaming bird species. Stroll through the dense African rainforests and South American wetlands to Southeast Asian paddy fields, Australian dry eucalyptus forests, and more. The stunning massive waterfall within Hong Leong Foundation Crimson Wetlands aviary is a fave! Kids will love the various playgrounds, wet play area and the chance to feed the birds at the Lory Loft aviary. For bird show timings at Bird Paradise Singapore click here.
When: 9am – 6pm (last entry at 5pm).
Where: Bird Paradise, 20 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729825
How much: From $48. Click here for more info
14. Check out Dinoland at SAFRA Yishun
Dinosaur lovers, there’s lots of dino-fun to enjoy during the March school holidays! Dinoland is a dinosaur-themed indoor playground that offers kids the largest display of life-sized animatronics dinosaurs in an indoor air-con forest trail. Kids can dress up as a ranger and look forward to hands-on activities like fossil digging and climbing through an underground cave. There are over 20 dinosaurs to learn about, and these dinos have a super realistic loud roar. So, be sure to warn your kiddos in advance!
When: Ongoing; 10am – 8pm (Monday – Sunday)
Where: SAFRA Yishun, 60 Yishun Avenue 4, #02-01, Singapore 769027
How much: $35 per ticket. Click here to purchase tickets.
15. Book a Family-friendly Experience with Seek Sophie
Looking to take the kids on a bit of an adventure while in Singapore? Seek Sophie lists a treasure trove of June holiday family-friendly adventures that are not only great fun for the kids, but also great fun for adults! So instead of dropping the kiddos off for an activity, you can join in with the fun and bond with the kids (those memories will last a lifetime!)
16. Pretend you’re on holiday at the beach (FREE!)
The March school holidays are the perfect time to take the kids to the beach, where they can cool off in the sea and build sandcastles in the sand. Find a beach near you with our list of all the best beaches in Singapore. Pack a mat and a picnic, or if you want shade, choose between the various beach clubs – Coastes is a fave as kids can play in the sand and sea, and Ola Beach Club is great for older kids, thanks to all the water sports. Tanjong Beach Club has volleyball and a pool, so it makes for a fun family day out.
Where: various beaches in Singapore
How much: FREE!
17. Enrol kids in a workshop
The Artground is a not-for-profit, accessible art centre and indoor play space for children 7 and under. Besides the free indoor play space, The Artground offers a variety of affordable immersive theatre shows and programmes during the March school holidays. Book your spot ahead!
When: Ongoing (various timings)
Where: The Artground, 90 Goodman Road, #01-40, Block J, Singapore 439053
How much: Ticketed programmes start from $16.
18. Visit the bouncy castles at Bouncetopia
Kiddos who enjoy bouncy castles will LOVE this one! Bouncetopia has a spacious 6,400 square feet area that includes 6 unique play concepts with 3 giant castle-themed bouncy castles, a giant ball pit, the all-time-favourite sand pit and even a creative art and craft zone. You and your little ones can spend hours here and enjoy some quality bonding (and bouncing!) time. What’s more, mark your calendars because Bouncetopia VivoCity will be closing its doors on 30 June 2024, so visit now before you miss out!
When: ongoing; 10am – 8pm (Thursday – Sunday & PH), 10am – 9pm (Fri, Saturday & PH eve)
Where: VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, #03-02, Singapore 098585
How much: $18.80/per pax. Click here to get your tickets
19. Kayak with the kids
Take the kids kayaking, and enjoy the great outdoors! It’s such a fun bonding activity to do with your kids. Most kayaking places in Singapore do not require prior experience. The minimum age for kayaking is usually 7 years old. Here’s the lowdown on kayaking in Singapore with kids.
Where: various kayak spots in SG
How much: Click here for more info.
20. Go rock climbing!
Need some rainy day activities for kids? We love rock climbing – it’s great physical exercise for kids, helps teach problem-solving to figure out strategies to scale the different walls, and it’s just fun! Outpost Climbing (formerly known as T-Hall) at Crawford Lane has to be one of our all-time favourite rock climbing spots in Singapore. There is a fun themed rock climbing space for kids, where they can climb independently once they learn how to use the auto belay equipment (this is taught in the safety briefing). Kids as young as 4yrs can rock climb here (there’s a minimum weight of 15kg).
Read all about rock climbing in Singapore here.
Where: Outpost Climbing (formerly T-Hall), 464 Crawford Lane, Singapore 190464
How much: from $28. Click here for tickets.
21. Check out Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest
If you have Harry Potter fans, you’re going to want to take them to the Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience in Sentosa! This experience celebrates some of the most iconic forest scenes from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ series. Mesmerising lights will transform the Coastal Trail on Sentosa Island into a magical outdoor trail with magical creatures including a Hippogriff, Nifflers, and more. Strike your best stance for a wand duel photo before trying your hand at casting a Patronus to illuminate the dark woods. Get your hands on the wizarding world beverage, Butterbeer™, and explore exclusive merchandise from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts movies at the gift shop.
When: 3 February – March 2024
Where: Coastal Trail, Sentosa
How much: Ticket prices from $47 for adults and $38 for kids inclusive of booking fees (pricing differs for different dates).
22. Splash at a water park (FREE!)
Is there a better way for the kiddos to beat Singapore’s relentless heat than cooling off in the water?! There are so many great water play options for kids to splash around in. These water parks are all about high-energy fun (many aren’t deep enough to swim in – for that head to our article on swimming pools). Some have water slides, fountains, lazy rivers, wave pools and more, and many of these are free! Here is our comprehensive list of water parks in Singapore.
Where: multiple water parks in Singapore
How much: Most are FREE!
23. Happy Meal Readers Storytelling at McDonald’s (Free!)
McDonald’s has launched free storytelling sessions at 23 McDonald’s restaurants during the March school holidays from 9 to 17 March. These fun storytelling sessions are all about instilling a passion for books and reading in our little ones. The theme empowers kids to dream big so they think ‘I can…!’ Kids are invited to blast off on a space adventure with the Happy Meal Readers book ‘I Can Be an Astronaut’. There will be one hour of storytelling, kids’ activities and photo-taking.
Where: 23 McDonald’s restaurants across Singapore
When: 9 – 17 March 2024, various timings
How much: Free! Limited slots available so hurry and register now!
24. Esplanade March On: Activities and shows for kids
Esplanade’s annual March On children’s festival is back! Offering multi-disciplinary programmes such as theatre experiences, musical performances and parent-child workshops. Look out for The Plants, an interactive installation featuring experimental musical instruments (free to experience), HOME a storytelling and theatrical performance for little ones, Aki’s Playground, a multi-sensory experience for kids, and more! Check out the full lineup of events here.
When: 6 – 17 March 2024
Where: Esplanade
How much: FREE and ticketed events.
25. Check out Pinkfong & Baby Shark’s Playhouse
Fans of Pinkfong and Baby Shark can make a beeline for the new pop-up Pinkfong & Baby Shark’s Playhouse indoor play space. Get ready for an exciting adventure with Pinkfong and Baby Shark through interactive play zones including mini golf, bowling, glow-in-the-dark painting, ball pits and bouncy castles and exciting photo ops! Here’s what to expect at Pinkfong & Baby Shark’s Playhouse.
When: 26 January – 31 March 2024
Where: Let’s Play@Marina Square, Raffles Boulevard, #03-208/209, Singapore 039594
How much: from $28. Click here for tips and to get tickets.
26. Visit a train playground (FREE!)
Looking to get the kids outside to run, play, climb, slide and burn off some energy? We count down the best outdoor playgrounds in Singapore (all FREE) and share their top features from slides to swings, train-themes (like that pictured at Tiong Bahru) and zip lines! And while you’re at it, don’t forget to check out 26 super fun slides at Admiralty Park Playground.
Where: various parks in Singapore
How much: Free!
27. Need for speed? Try the Skyline Luge
How do you get that holiday feeling whilst in Singapore? Head over to Sentosa for a day at the beach or beach club, then take the kids to the Skyline Luge for some speedy thrills! There are four thrilling Luge tracks, each trail with specially designed features that include hairpin corners and exhilarating tunnels that will have kids grinning from ear to ear. Check out the minimum age and height requirements here.
Where: Skyline Luge, 45 Siloso Beach Walk Sentosa, Singapore
How much: various packages. Click here for more info.
28. Marina Square’s Enchanted Tales Balloon Extravaganza
Step into the enchanting world of knights, dragons, and castles as Marina Square’s annual Balloon Exhibition is back this March school holidays with a display of fascinating balloon creations! Marina Square’s 6,500-square-foot central atrium will be filled with a massive balloon display featuring magnificent castles, galloping knights, and dragons. This balloon extravaganza display, crafted by 60 talented balloon artists features approximately 250,000 balloons. Kids can also dress up as a knight, prince or princess and enter the castle for some Insta-worthy pics at A Royal Masquerade from 12pm to 8pm daily ($5 to rent a costume). Plus, don’t miss the balloon workshops to sculpt, where you can bond with your kids and learn to sculpt a dinosaur (9 & 17 March, 4:30pm) or a unicorn (10 & 16 March, 4:30pm). Do note that pre-registration is required as limited slots are available per session. Sign up at the Customer Service Counter to participate ($20 per parent-child pair) and receive a voucher to redeem a cookie worth $5.80 from Nasty Cookie!
Where: Marina Square Central Atrium, 6 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039594
When: 9 – 17 March 2024
How much: Free!
29. Singapore Aviation Academy Open House (Free!)
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has exciting plans to enhance the Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA) to train the next generation of aviation professionals and will be closing their doors to reopen in 2026. But before that, they’re inviting you all to get a glimpse into the exciting world of airport fire-fighters and air traffic controller training. Kids can sign up for free Guided Experiences, which include the chance to interact with airport fire-fighters and participate in hands-on activities such as target shooting, breathing apparatus simulators and fire vehicle static display, as well as an exclusive opportunity to step into the Air Traffic Control 360° Aerodrome simulator for views from the ‘control tower’. Kids can also enjoy interactive activities at the children’s activity corner, learn about their training, how to embark on an aviation career, as well as discover the rich history of SAA as a pioneer in aviation training.
When: 7-9 March 2024, 9am – 5pm
Where: Singapore Aviation Academy, 1 Aviation Drive, Singapore 499867
How much: Free! Limited slots available for the guided experiences; walk-ins subject to availability. Pre-register here.
30. Parent & Kid’s Sailing Workshop (Free!)
Sassy Mama is thrilled to be bringing a free 3-hour Parent & Kid’s Sailing Workshop by DBS exclusively to our Sassy Mama readers. This workshop involves some theory and hands-on activities as well as a physical sailing experience! You and your child will get to learn basic sailing techniques and then embark on a memorable sail on the waters through Marina Bay on board DBS sailboats.
When: Saturday 16 March, 2pm – 5pm
Where: DBS Auditorium, Level 3, 12 Marina Boulevard, Tower 3, Marina Bay Financial Centre, and Outdoor Sailing Boat
How much: Free for Sassy Mama readers. (Registration now closed)
Read more: Ultimate Guide to Sentosa for Kids
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