BusyKidd’s Ultimate Guide: Kids & Family Activities 25-26 Jan 2025

It’s hard to believe, but January is coming to an end already. Do you know what that means? That means that the much-anticipated Chinese New Year 2025 is just around the corner – and the CNY festivities are already in full swing in Singapore. Lively markets and fairs, exciting workshops, amazing performances, and fascinating adventures – let’s celebrate the Lunar New Year together! Check out BusyKidd‘s Ultimate Guide: Kids & Family Activities 25-26 Jan 2025 – and pick your must-visit events!

Blooming Into the New Year @ One Raffles Place

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Visit a Zodiac Exhibition and find out what this year of the snake has prepared for you. Enjoy festive shopping and collect blooming rewards. Follow bright traditions and have a fun time with your family. Join the colourful Blooming Into the New Year campaign at One Raffles Place!

• Where: One Raffles Place, 1 Raffles Place Singapore, Singapore 048616
• When: 7 January to 27 January
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Chinese New Year Market @ Crane

Chinese New Year markets in Singapore are known and loved for their lively yet cosy atmosphere, smiling people, and great choice of goodies for every taste and occasion. Of course, Crane’s Chinese New Year Market is not the exception. Celebrate the holiday season and support local businesses. Find something special to buy for your baby, your ‘home, sweet home,’ and for yourself, of course.

• Where: Joo Chiat, 432 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427647
• When: 25 and 26 January: 10 AM to 6 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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CNY Pop-Up @ Millenia Walk

Let’s continue our shopping adventure – and visit CNY Pop-Up at Millenia Walk. From stylish home décor and accessories to trendy outfits and jewellery, there’s something for everyone. A great choice of fun options for kids and families is also guaranteed.

• Where: Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596
• When: 13 January to 26 January:
  • 10 AM to 9 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Chinese New Year Specials @ Kiztopia

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Lantern of Wishes, DIY Treats Making, Special Stage Performance, Prosperity & Huat Fest, lots of games, fun, and excitement await all little explorers at kids’ favourite Kiztopia to enjoy this Lunar Year celebration to the fullest! Come and join thrilling festivities and enter the Year of the Snake with the best company ever!

• Where: Multiple locations
• When: 25, 26, 29, and 30 January
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to Kiztopia applies
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Free Trial Class at Festival of Red And Gold

Impact Family International School calls all adventure seekers from 4 to 11 years old to join a free trial class at its Festival of Red and Gold. Kids will get acquainted with the school, enjoy fascinating Chinese New Year storytelling, attend a fun Chinese Calligraphy Bonding Session, and celebrate the Lunar New Year.

• Where: 12 Aljunied Rd, #02-02, Singapore 389801
• When: 25 January
• Age: For children 4-11 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Gateway Kids Club – January Storytelling

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Gateway Kids Club has prepared another charming educational story for its little friends to enjoy this January. Join Storyteller Nat this Saturday and listen to his fascinating Simon’s New Trail story. Spend a meaningful time with peers.

• Where: Gateway Theatre Dance Studio, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461
• When: 25 January: 10 AM
• Age: Recommended for children from 3 to 7 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Get Crafty! – Spring Blossoms Basket by Happy Hands Can

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While strolling through lovely Gardens by the Bay, be sure to join a hands-on workshop by Happy Hands Can and decorate the Spring Blossoms Basket. Adorn a mini basket with beautiful flowers and ribbons – and use it to hold festive goodies for the upcoming Chinese New Year! Get crafty!

• Where: Australian Garden, Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
• When: 25 and 26 January:
  • 10 AM to 6 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: $15
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Seventeen ‘Right Here’ World Tour

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For all the K-Pop lovers and Seventeen’s fans! A sensational South Korean boy band returns to Singapore to spend two thrilling evenings with all its friends. Get ready for indescribable emotions and unforgettable impressions. Two concerts – part of Seventeen’s ‘Right Here’ world tour – will light up the stage of Singapore National Stadium this weekend. See you there!

• Where: Singapore National Stadium, 1 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397629
• When: January 25 and 26, 2025: 6:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: $168 – $388
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Sling Into the CNY! @ OHV

Take your little ones to The Artground at One Holland Village this Saturday and have a great time together. Kids will create their own sling pouch using fabric scraps and get absolutely ready to celebrate this Lunar New Year. We bet it will be the best sling pouch for Hongbao ever!

• Where: The Artground, One Holland Village, 7 Holland Vlg Wy, #01-20, Singapore 275748
• Age: For children aged 3 and up
• When: 25 January:
  • 10 AM to 10:30 AM
• Admission Price:
  • Child: $15
  • Adult: $10
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Spring In the Sea @ S.E.A. Aquarium

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S.E.A. Aquarium invites everyone to celebrate Spring in the Sea. Enjoy charming music by the Ding Yi ensemble. Watch a unique underwater dragon dance in the Open Ocean Habitat. Join fun, festive craft workshops. Meet cute Manta Mascots. Mark the Chinese New Year!

• Where: S.E.A. Aquarium, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
• When: 22 January to 16 February
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price:
  • Child (Ages 4 – 12 years old): From $31
  • Adult (Ages 13 and above): From $41
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Usher in the Fun @ Universal Studios Singapore

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What about the most adventure-packed CNY celebration at Universal Studios Singapore? Join Po and Tigress on the Parade of Prosperity. Have a fantastic photo shoot at Auspicious Cherry Blossom Street. Participate in exciting Festive Meet & Greets. Usher in the Fun with your nearest and dearest and create precious memories!

• Where: Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
• When: 22 January to 12 February
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission to Universal Studios Singapore applies
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Choose a CNY Camp for Kids in Singapore

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To turn this festive season into the most fascinating adventure for your little explorers, choose one of the exciting CNY Camps for kids. Science experiments, thrilling discoveries, fun games, lots of inspiration and excitement – there is a great choice of Chinese New Year camps for your kids in The Lion City. Be sure to check out BusyKidd’s selection of the CNY Camps for Kids in Singapore – to find your ideal option.

Follow CNY Traditions

Chinese New Year boasts many charming family traditions – and the Ang Bao tradition is definitely among the kids’ favourite ones. Learn about the Ang Bao Tradition and CNY Ang Bao Rates 2025, find out more about the art of giving Ang Bao, teach your children the ritual – and have a prosperous and joyful Chinese New Year!

Decorate Home for Chinese New Year 2025

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Decorating your home is another must-follow CNY tradition that will help you make your place even cosier and more festive, attract prosperity and good luck, and enjoy a fun time while adorning the house. It is also an excellent way to strengthen your family bonds. So, check the list of the Best Chinese New Year Decorations 2025 – and enjoy the process!

Watch Spectacular Lion Dance

No Chinese New Year celebration is full without watching a spectacular Lion Dance. Where to See Lion Dance in Singapore for Chinese New Year 2025? Check BusyKidd’s list of places where you can catch this mind-blowing performance, and be sure to enjoy it with your family. Especially since the Lion Dance is believed to bring good luck and drive away evil spirits!

Are you ready to enter the Year of the Snake?

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