Things to Do With Kids in Singapore: October to December 2026

The last 3 months of the year are the busiest on Singapore's family calendar. Halloween, Deepavali, the year-end school holidays and Christmas all land within about 8 weeks of each other, and most event guides are written for older kids or adults.

This guide is filtered for young children. We've picked events that work for toddlers and preschoolers, flagged the ones that get kids moving, and added practical notes on timing, crowds and heat.

Dates and details were correct at the time of writing (7 October 2026). Always check the organiser's website before you go, as programmes can change.

Key dates for Q4 2026

• Saturday 31 October: Halloween
• Sunday 8 November: Deepavali (Monday 9 November is a public holiday)
• Saturday 21 November to Thursday 31 December: MOE year-end school holidays
• Friday 25 December: Christmas Day
• Thursday 31 December: New Year's Eve

Before you go: 4 tips for events with under-6s

1. Go early. Most festivals are calmer in the first hour. For toddlers, a short visit at opening time beats a long one at peak hour.
2. Plan around naps and dinner. Evening light-ups are beautiful, but a 7pm start can clash with bedtime. Pick 1 evening outing a week at most for younger children.
3. Watch the heat. Outdoor daytime events are hottest from 11am to 4pm. Bring water, a hat and a shaded spot to rest.
4. Have a rain plan. October and November usually bring afternoon and early-evening thunderstorms, and the northeast monsoon brings longer spells of rain from December. Keep an indoor option in mind for each outdoor plan.

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October

Deepavali light-up in Little India

When: From 3 October 2026, 7pm to midnight daily ‍

Where: Serangoon Road, Little India

‍Cost: Free

The street lights cover more than 2km of Serangoon Road and stay on throughout the festive season. The Festival Village on Campbell Lane runs from 10 October to 8 November, with free live music on the Campbell Lane Open Stage on Saturday 17 October and Saturday 31 October, from 8pm to 10pm.

For under-6s: Little India gets very crowded on weekend evenings. Go on a weekday soon after 7pm, use a baby carrier rather than a stroller, and take the MRT to Little India or Farrer Park.

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Born To Play: a free family playdate

When: Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026 (90-minute sessions) ‍

Where: Fernvale Community Club, Sengkang

‍Cost: Free, advance registration required

A community play session run with children's charity Playeum. Kids and parents explore open-ended play stations: a cardboard playground, nature crafts and printmaking. Facilitators also share play ideas you can use at home. A good fit for younger children who enjoy hands-on, unstructured play.

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Stories of Everyday at the National Museum

When: 10 to 18 October 2026, 10am to 7pm

‍Where: National Museum of Singapore

‍Cost: Anniversary programmes are free

The museum's anniversary celebrations coincide with the reopening of the revamped Singapore History Gallery. Younger children will enjoy meeting Stoney, the new museum mascot, and the drop-in craft activity. Gallery admission is free for Singapore Citizens, PRs and children aged 6 and under; other visitors need a ticket.

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Halloween for little ones

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year. Many of the big Halloween events are designed for teens and adults, so here are the gentler options suited to young children.

• Trick or Thrills, Universal Studios Singapore (until 1 November): daytime Halloween décor, trick-or-treating and character meet-and-greets, included with regular park admission. Halloween Horror Nights runs on separate evenings and is not suitable for young children.
• The Mischief Within, Curiosity Cove, Mandai (1 October to 1 November): daytime Halloween games from 10am to 5.30pm, included with Curiosity Cove admission. Trick-or-treat candy bags and crafts cost extra.
• The Great Pumpkin Trail, Downtown East (weekends, 3 to 31 October): free stamp trail for kids aged 12 and under, with a costume competition and guided trick-or-treat sessions on 31 October (free, registration required, 20 families per session).
• Anchorpoint Pumpkin Treat (17, 18, 24 and 25 October): free Halloween maze and mall trick-or-treating.
• Neighbourhood trick-or-treating, 31 October: Woodgrove Estate has hosted a community Halloween for close to 20 years. It is unofficial, so check community groups for updates closer to the date.

For under-6s: Costumes are hot. Choose breathable fabrics, skip full face masks, and bring a change of clothes.

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Sunflower Surprise at the Flower Dome

When: 9 October to 9 November 2026

‍Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay

‍Cost: Flower Dome admission applies

More than 5,000 sunflowers, some up to 1.8m tall, in a Portuguese-themed display. Air-conditioned and stroller-friendly: a good rainy-day or hot-day choice.

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HIIT THE BEACH at Palawan Beach

When: 24 October 2026 to 31 January 2027

‍Where: Palawan Beach, Sentosa

‍Cost: Free

A new beach playground with 8 ice-cream-themed zones of physical challenges and play. It runs through the school holidays, so it's an easy way to get the whole family moving outdoors. Go in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday sun.

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November

Pokémon RUN 30

When: Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026, 7am to 2pm

‍Where: Stadium Roar, The Kallang

‍Cost: Paid registration for the run; the Festival Zone is free

A non-competitive 4km fun run to celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary, with themed challenge stations along the route. Participants can walk, jog or run at their own pace, and strollers are allowed. The free Festival Zone includes a Pikachu parade and meet-and-greet.

For under-6s: 4km is a long way for small legs. Bring the stroller and treat it as a family walk with stops, or skip the run and visit the Festival Zone only.

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Deepavali long weekend (7 to 9 November)

Deepavali falls on Sunday 8 November, and Monday 9 November is a public holiday. The Little India Festival Village closes on 8 November, so this weekend is the last chance to visit.

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Christmas on A Great Street, Orchard Road

When: Dates for 2026 to be announced (in 2025, it ran from 8 November to 1 January)

‍Where: Orchard Road, Tanglin to Dhoby Ghaut

‍Cost: Free to walk; rides and games at the Christmas villages are paid

Orchard Road's annual light-up usually includes 2 Christmas villages. In 2025, the village at Shaw House had milder rides and games suited to younger children.

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School holidays start: Saturday 21 November

The MOE year-end school holidays run until Thursday 31 December. Many international schools break later, from mid-December, so expect attractions to be busiest in the last 2 weeks of December.

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December

Kids Dash at the Singapore International Marathon

When: Friday 4 December 2026

‍Where: Great Eastern Promenade, the sheltered running track around the National Stadium

‍Cost: $50 for the 600m (Standard Chartered cardholders get 10% off)

The Kids Dash is a race-day event designed for very young children. The 600m non-competitive category is open to children aged 0 to 9, with separate waves by age: 0 to 3 years at 10am, and 4 to 6 years at 10.30am. Children aged 6 and under must run with a parent or guardian, and strollers are allowed for the 0 to 3 wave. Every finisher gets a medal and a kids' tee.

Note: Registration closes on 31 October 2026 at 11.59pm, or earlier if it fills up. Check the official Kids Dash page for availability.

For under-6s: 600m is a very achievable distance for a 4 to 6 year old, and a first race medal is a big moment. If your child is nervous, practise a few short "races" at the park in the weeks before.

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Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay

When: Dates for 2026 to be announced (in 2025, it ran from 29 November to 1 January, 6.30pm to 11pm)

‍Where: Supertree Grove and the Meadow, Gardens by the Bay

‍Cost: Ticketed; rides and carnival games are extra

Light installations, a festive market and a Christmas edition of the Garden Rhapsody light show. For young children, book the earliest entry slot so you can leave before bedtime.

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The Story of Studio Ghibli

When: 19 December 2026 (public opening) to 4 July 2027, 10am to 7pm daily

‍Where: West Lawn, Gardens by the Bay

‍Cost: From $39 (adults) and $29 (children aged 3 to 12) for Singapore Citizens and PRs; higher for other visitors

A large exhibition with 12 life-sized recreated film worlds. A good indoor option for rainy December days, best suited to children who already know the films.

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New Year's Eve with young kids

The Marina Bay fireworks are at midnight, which is late for most under-6s. Neighbourhood countdowns organised by community clubs usually start in the early evening with activities for kids. Check the People's Association (onePA) website closer to the date for events near you.

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Rainy-day backups

If the weather turns, these indoor options run across the season:

• Sesame Street Magical Art World, Marina Square (1 October to 31 December): interactive art zones for young children. Passes are free with a minimum spend at the mall ($20 on weekdays, $30 on weekends).
• Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay: the Sunflower Surprise display until 9 November, followed by the Christmas Train Show (2026 dates to be confirmed).
• National Museum of Singapore: free entry to the new Singapore History Gallery.
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