There’s nothing like a carnival coming to town that brings that joyful feeling of being a kid again. No matter your age, you can’t deny the whimsy of giant colourful inflatables and amusing games that are the signature of any carnival.
Happening over the weekend of 22nd-23rd September 2023, Carnival By The Bay brings you all that plus movie snacks and free movie screenings at The Lawn @ Marina Bay.
Image credit: Marina Bay Alliance
Doors to the carnival open from 5pm onwards on both days, so head down early to chope your picnic spot. Ideal for families and romantic date nights, the event will see treats like candy floss, ice cream, and popcorn available at the carnival grounds.
While you are encouraged to bring your own picnic mats and bean bags, the organisers will be providing a limited number of outdoor chairs and mats on a first come first serve basis.
Image adapted from: Marina Bay Alliance
Here’s the fun part – there’ll be 9 interactive arcade games and inflatables for both young and old. While the Singapore Grand Prix weekend will be over by then, fans can still have a taste of the adrenaline rush that drivers get at the inflatable race track with futuristic LED motorised vehicles. There’ll also be a Mario Kart arcade machine and sports-themed games, suitable even for kiddos from 4 years and up.
Image adapted from: Marina Bay Alliance
Entry to the carnival is completely free but you’ll have to purchase $10 coupons to use at the food and game booths. As this is a cashless event, PayNow will be accepted as one of the modes of payment.
Image credit: Marina Bay Alliance
The free outdoor movie screenings start after sunset at 7.30pm and no pre-booking is required. Just show up at The Lawn and soak in the views of the iconic Marina Bay landscape, an ideal backdrop for that perfect IG shot.
While you are snacking away and enjoying the company of family and friends, 2 action-packed films will be providing the entertainment for the evening.
Tom Cruise starrer Top Gun: Maverick will be screening on 22nd September while the sci-fi flick Jurassic World Dominion will be showing on 23rd September.
Image credit: Jurassic World
In the case of wet weather, the movies will be screened just across The Lawn at Marina One’s Auditorium Hall – located on Level 3 of the West Tower – instead.
Whether you’re looking to spend the weekend watching films for free or simply having some fun with family and friends, mark your calendars for Carnival By The Bay.
Admission: Free entry, min. $10 spend on coupons required for food and game booths
Date: 22nd & 23rd September 2023
Time: 5pm-10pm
Location: The Lawn @ Marina Bay, 8A Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018984
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Cover image adapted from: Marina Bay Alliance, Jurassic World, @tomcruise via Instagram
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