Top Kids And Family-Friendly Activities in Singapore: July 2024

Summer is in full swing, and July is ready to prove that it’s going to be as bright and eventful as its predecessor. It has something to impress and inspire everyone with, regardless of age and tastes. July will be fun, colourful, melodic, tasty, and truly unforgettable. We bet you already can’t wait to see all the amazing events to attend and things to do this month, so let’s check the BusyKidd‘s list of the Top Kids and Family-Friendly Activities in Singapore: July 2024.

Events

A Sea of Stories: Music And Myths From Southeast Asia

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It is an exciting voyage through stories and traditions of Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam with charming sounds, fascinating myths, and an incredible atmosphere. Rest your ear against the spiral of the conch – feel the sounds of Southeast Asia.

• Where: Esplanade Recital Studio, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981
• When:
  • July 17: 10 AM and 2:30 PM
  • July 18: 10 AM, 2:30 PM, and 4:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: $27
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Chinese Children Drama – Ne Zha @ Gateway Theatre

This interesting and educational story about young but very brave Ne Zha is an excellent way to immerse yourself in diverse traditions and have a good time with your little ones. The performance is conducted in Mandarin and is full of beautiful music, dance, and more.

• Where: Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461
• When:
  • July 27: 4:30 PM and 7:30 PM
  • July 28: 4:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: $35
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Curiosity Hub @ Kiztopia

It’s time for the most curious visitors of Kiztopia to join Curiosity Hub and explore the world of sports. Overcome Mega Obstacle Course and meet Tiger in Sports Champs.

• Where: Multiple locations
• When: July 13 and 14: 11 AM and 2 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to Kiztopia applies
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Discovering DNA @ Science Centre Singapore

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Do you know that you can conduct fun DNA experiments at home? Join the Discovery DNA session, learn many interesting facts, and begin your journey as a DIY scientist. You’ll love this science!

• Where: Science Centre Singapore, DNA Lab, 15 Science Centre Rd, Singapore 609081
• When: July 20 and 21
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Complimentary with Science Centre Singapore admission ticket
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Furkids Fiesta @ Clarke Quay

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Pet Market Booths with everything your furry friend needs (and even more), the Spider Maze Contest, the Furkids Challenge, the Sunset Pet Walk, and even a fashion runaway for rescues and adoptable dogs – it’s going to be the real Furkids Fiesta. Be sure to attend the Adoption Drive. Who knows… Maybe you’ll meet your best friend here.

• Where: Fountain Square CQ, Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179024
• When: July 6 and 7: 1 PM to 9 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Impressions of Monet: The Garden @ Gardens by the Bay

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Gardens by the Bay invites all Singaporeans and guests of the city to plunge into the incredible world of art and nature and see the story of world-known French Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Enter the Flower Dome – and find yourself in Monet’s lovely garden in his home in Giverny, France, with beautiful flowers and an incredible atmosphere.

• Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
• When: July 12 to September 17
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to Flower Dome applies
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Kaleidoscope – by SLO Youth and Children’s Chorus ft. Guest Choirs

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Two fantastic performances by young choristers of the Singapore Lyric Opera and guest choirs will take you to a universe of beautiful music and choral camaraderie. Two different programmes – two incredible opportunities to take a magical musical journey.

• Where: Victoria Concert Hall, 11 Empress Pl, #01-02, Singapore 179558
• When: July 7: 11 AM and 5 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: From $22
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Laugh & Learn Club Series – Fun Science for Stronger Bonds!

Plunge into fun science and strengthen your family bonds. Read interesting science books and participate in science-based activities. Spend precious and meaningful time with your family.

• Where: Bishan Public Library – Level 2, Programme Zone, Bishan Public Library, 5 Bishan Place #01-01, Singapore 579841
• When: July 20: 10 AM to 11 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 5-6 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Little Island Brewing Co. Beer & Music Festival

Although it is a beer and music festival, it has prepared many exciting things for children as well. There will be an outdoor cookout, tasty bites, live band and DJ performances, bouncy castles, Mini Vespa rides for kids, and more. It sounds like a perfect family day, doesn’t it?

• Where: Little Island Brewing Co @ Changi Village, 6 Changi Village Road ##01-01/02, Singapore 509907
• When: July 6: From 12 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Maths & Good Values Through Stories & Play

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Enjoy storytelling and craft activities. Learn more about numbers in a fun way. Perfect for little explorers from 3 to 7 years old. Attention! Your kids will fall in love with Maths after this session.

• Where: Central Public Library – The Submarine, 100 Victoria Street National Library Board, Singapore 188064
• When: July 13: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 3-7 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Movies by the Beach x Wellness Session

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As part of the Wellness Festival, Palawan Green at Sentosa becomes an open-air cinema and invites everyone to enjoy Movies by the Beach. All movies are about mental, emotional, and physical wellness – great for a family evening by the sea.

• Where: Palawan Green, Sentosa
• When:
  • July 5: 7 PM to 10 PM
  • July 6: 5 PM to 10 PM
  • July 7: 4:30 PM to 10 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Nature Scavenger Hunt @ Bishan Park

Nature walk, scavenger hunt, storytelling, fresh air, and fun – that’s what your kids are going to enjoy at this Nature Scavenger Hunt. And not only this. What can be better than a tasty lunch at Alfresco Deck after such an adventure?

• Where: 1380 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Singapore 569930
• When: July 6 and 20: 4 PM to 5:30 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 4-10 years old
• Admission Price: $58
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Racial Harmony Specials @ Kiztopia

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Enjoy a brilliant stage performance, participate in a bright cultural fest, play old-school games, and more. Celebrate diversity! This weekend at Kiztopia will be so eventful!

• Where: Multiple locations
• When: July 20 and 21: 1 PM, 2 PM and 4:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to Kiztopia applies
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RDRC Family Fun Run And Carnival

Grab your family and join the RDRC Family Fun Run and Carnival. Sign up your little athletes for the 2KM Kids run (5-15 years old), and yourself for ⁠the 5KM Adults run (16+ years old). Exciting sports challenges, prizes, and dining promotions are also guaranteed.

• Where: georges @ The Waterfront, 900 Bedok North Rd, #01-04 HomeTeamNS, Singapore 479994
• When: July 13: 3 PM to 8:30 PM
• Age: Recommended for 5+ years old
• Admission Price: $6
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Science Unpacked @ KidsSTOP

Did you know that ant tunnels are not just passageways but bustling hubs where many important ‘ant things’ are happening? Find yourself in the Little Ant Kingdom, learn more about these wise insects, and even witness ant feeding.

• Where: KidsSTOP, Science Centre Singapore, 21 Jurong Town Hall Rd, Singapore 609433
• When: June 15 to July 28
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to KidsSTOP applies
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Sunset Party At Georges @ The Waterfront

This evening will be full of music, fun, entertainment, food, and excitement. Feel the rhythm and enjoy the moment as the sun goes down. Various game stalls, balloon sculpturing, stilt walkers, and the most delicious ice cream await the youngest visitors.

• Where: Georges @ The Waterfront, 900 Bedok North Rd, #01-04 HomeTeamNS, Singapore 479994
• When: July 13: 3 PM to 11 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: From $17.87
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Superhawker Me @ Children’s Museum Singapore

It is an excellent opportunity for kids to become closer to Singapore’s hawker culture and have a great time. They will enjoy a lovely multisensorial, relaxed performance and engaging hands-on activities.

• Where: Children’s Museum Singapore, 23-B, Coleman St, Singapore 179807
• When: July 27: 11:15 AM and 2:15 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 3-8 years old
• Admission Price: $18
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Tales Come Alive: A Puppetry Reading Adventure with AISS

All little ones love fairy tales. And what if those fairy tales come to life? Get ready to be impressed by the puppetry skills of AISS’ Reading Ambassadors – and enjoy a lovely story for families with kids.

• Where: Yishun Public Library – Programme Zone, 930 Yishun Ave 2 North Wing, Northpoint City #04-01, Singapore 769098
• When: July 13: 2 PM to 4 PM
• Age: Recommended for children up to 12 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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The Invisible Pangolin @ Gateway Theatre

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Come join three friends, a Monkey, an Owl, and a Tiger, on their interesting and educational adventure. It is a lovely story about friendship, respect for private boundaries, and mutual support.

• Where: Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461
• When: July 23 and 31
• Age: Recommended for children 5-8 years old
• Admission Price: From $21
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The Three Little Pigs

This well-loved fairy tale continues to excite and please, no matter how many times you’ve already heard, read, or watched it. However, this is quite an unusual version – an original adaptation of the classic fairy tale. You’ll love it! Just like your little ones will!

• Where: KC Arts Centre – Home of STC, 20 Merbau Rd, Singapore 239035
• When:
  • English show dates: July 20 to August 4
  • Mandarin show dates: August 20 to August 31
    • Monday: 10 AM and 2 PM
    • Tuesday to Friday: 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM
    • Saturday and Sunday: 11 AM and 2 PM
• Age:
  • English Performances: Recommended for 3-year-olds and above
  • Mandarin Performances: Recommended for 5-year-olds and above
• Admission Price: From $27
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Wellness Festival @ Kiztopia

Celebrate wellness and enjoy engaging craft activities and DIY cookie painting sessions. Become part of the Wellness Festival at Kiztopia. It is a perfect way to spend this weekend, isn’t it?

• Where: Multiple locations
• When: July 6 and 7: 2 PM and 5 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Admission charge to Kiztopia applies
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Workshops

Art Therapy for Youths: Exploring and Managing Expectations

It is an engaging art therapy workshop for youths that helps them explore the expectations that they face through colours, art, and sensory therapy. Perfect for children from 11 to 14 years old.

• Where: Choa Chu Kang Public Library – Programme Room 2 (Level 4), 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 Lot One Shoppers’ Mall, #04-01/02 and #05-06, Singapore 689812
• When: July 13: 2 PM to 03:30 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 11-14 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Curious Learners, Big HeARTs!

This unique art masterclass is an excellent way for kids from 4 to 6 years old to explore their emotions and express them through stories and art. It develops the child’s critical skills and encourages creativity.

• Where: Serangoon Public Library – Programme Zone, 23 Serangoon Central NEX #04-82/83, Singapore 556083
• When: July 20: 2 PM to 3 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 4-6 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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Get Crafty! @ Gardens by the Bay

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Unleash your creativity and try to create something new with your kids. Make a glitzy floral pen, decorate a pocket mirror, and even enjoy fallen leaves art – get crafty this July at Gardens by the Bay!

• Where: Australian Garden, Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
• When: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Glitzy Floral Pen: July 6 and 7
  • Pocket Mirror Art: July 13 and 14
  • Leaf Art: July 27
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: From $10 (varies by activity)
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Kids Get Crafty @ Crane

Take your creative and artistic little ones – and spend a fun and memorable time at Crane. Let’s create something special! The event also features a Doodle Fest.

• Where: Crane OCBC Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Rd, #04-01 Wisma Atria, Singapore 238877
• When: July 12 to 14: 11 AM to 7 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Ocean Art-Venture @ Central Public Library

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Learn more about our incredible ocean and its inhabitants and create your own underwater creature. The programme, developed by Children’s Biodiversity Library by S.E.A. Aquarium, is perfect for young explorers aged 7 to 10.

• Where: Central Public Library – The Submarine, 100 Victoria Street National Library Board, Singapore 188064
• When: July 20: 2 PM to 3 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 7-10 years old                  
• Admission Price: Free
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Sleepytime Detectives: Uncover the Secrets of Sleep!

Do you know that many exciting things happen to our brains when we sleep? Become sleepy detectives and uncover those secrets. Besides, kids will create their own brain neurons, and each work will become part of a collaborative installation for STEAM Festival 2024.

• Where: Sengkang Public Library – Programme Zone, 1 Sengkang Square Compass One #03-28 & #04-19, Singapore 545078
• When: July 13:
  • 1 PM to 2 PM
  • 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 4-8 years old
• Admission Price: Free
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The Good Values Play Workshop Series

Explore good values and Maths through fascinating interactive stories and fun games. Kids will learn to be grateful and kind and discover the importance of helping parents at home. Besides, they will take an exciting educational adventure into Maths.

• Where: Trehaus@City Hall, 109 North Bridge Road, #07-21, Singapore 179097
• When: July 3, 10, and 24: 3:30 PM to 5 PM
• Age: Recommended for children 3-6 years old
• Admission Price:
  • $48 per child for 1 session
  • $138 per child for all 3 sessions
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Flea Markets, Farmer Markets, And Fairs

Food Fair & Pets Weekend @ Crane Joo Chiat

Your fur friends deserve a whole day of fun, games, treats, and the most precious time with you. So do not hesitate – and head to the Food Fair & Pets Weekend @ Crane Joo Chiat. Go shopping with your pet and enjoy engaging activities.

• Where: Joo Chiat, 285 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427535
• When: July 20 and 21: 10 AM to 6 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Life Cycles Fun @ Jurong Regional Library

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Come to explore the world of animals, their habitats, and life cycles. Enjoy a mini-gamified Science Fair by kids and their families. Participate in a candle-making session. Spend meaningful time with your nearest and dearest.

• Where: Jurong Regional Library – Level 1 Programme Zone, 21 Jurong East Central 1, Singapore 609732
• When: July 24: 2:15 PM to 4:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: Free
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Chinese Children Drama – The Legend of Redhill

It is a legend about a clever little boy named Aman and his eventful but sad story. Performance is fascinating and very educational. Conducted in Mandarin.

• Where: Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Pl, Singapore 179556
• When:
  • August 24: 7:30 PM
  • August 25: 2:30 PM
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: $35
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PLAYtime! 2024 BURP @ Esplanade Theatre Studio

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It is a charming tale for the youngest spectators about one man and his Incredible Sound Machine. Kids will discover various sounds, associate some feelings with them, and learn more about emotions.

• Where: Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
• When: August 10 to 25
• Age: Recommended for children 3-6 years old
• Admission Price: $23
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Singapore Garden Festival 2024

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Suntec Singapore is going to bloom this August as it turns into a venue for the 9th edition of the Singapore Garden Festival. Floral Windows to the World Championship, balcony gardens displays, The Singapore Gardeners’ Cup, floristry demonstrations and workshops, lively MarketPlace, and even more – come to admire the beauty and have fun.

• Where: Suntec Singapore, Levels 4 & 6, 3 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038983
• When: August 3 to 11
• Age: For all ages
• Admission Price: From $4
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Now is an excellent moment to make a plan for this fun-filled July!