The end of 2025 is approaching, which means 2 things: your kids are ready for non-stop fun… and you’re Googling “activities near me” like it’s an Olympic sport. Good news – December is shaping up to be a month packed with family-friendly activities you can enjoy in Singapore without travelling overseas or even crossing the border into JB.
From attending free pop-up events to whizzing down Singapore’s longest indoor water slide, you can create a memorable time for you and your family. Of course, before you book any paid activity, remember to check whether they accept PayNow or Nets QR codes, as you can use your Child LifeSG credits for an affordable day out. Here’s your cheat sheet to surviving – and actually enjoying – the year-end break
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Changi Airport has a Disney-themed Changi Festive Village 2025 inspired by Disney films and the upcoming Disney Adventure Cruise coming to Singapore in March 2026. With many photo spots across Terminals 1, 2, 3, and Changi Airport Jewel, your phone’s photo album will be filled with new memories. Plus, you’ll get free admission to the Canopy Park ($6/pax) if you’re dressed in Disney-inspired outfits in December.
If you head to T3, snap pics at the 6.5m-tall Disney Adventure Cruise, and meet Mickey and Minnie Mouse on selected dates and timings. You can test your skills at the carnival, where you can win Disney-themed prizes at the game booths or claw machines. Don’t forget to check out the Stitch-inspired activity space, where you can customise a tote bag, notebook, or mug.
Admission: Free
Venue: Changi Airport T1, T2, T3 & Jewel
Date: Now till 4th Jan 2026
Image credit: Science Centre Singapore
For an engaging outing that is equal parts educational and fun, head on over to Science Centre Singapore’s KidsSTOP. For the latter half of November, they’re playing host to the fascinating UNTAME STEAM Festival: Then & Wow! (from $5/child, $2/adult), where the little ones will get a glimpse into how past practices and archaic innovations paved the way for our modern world.
Titled “Then & Wow!”, curious minds get the chance to explore zones such as Herbal Tales to discover aromatic herbs and spices from long ago that helped flavour food and heal the sick. On that note, stop by the Time Traveller’s Pantry to see how our ancestors used to keep their meals fresh before the advent of refrigeration.
Image credit: Science Centre Singapore
Afterwards, aspiring sailors can take to the sea at Ready, Set, Sail! to put together a handcrafted boat inspired by age-old methods of water travel. Over at Hello, Hello!, swap out your smartphones for DIY cup phones, and learn about how people of yesteryear used to communicate without the help of the tech of today.
On 22nd November 2025, there’s an exciting Kiddie Rave Party happening from 10.30am to 11.30am. While the kids are having a whale of a time, grown-ups can take a breather at the parent-only Retreat Lounge, which is open from 1pm to 5pm. If the kids don’t want to go home just yet, make it a full-day adventure with the STEAM Festival x Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us ticket bundle (from $52.80/1 adult & 1 child), for additional dino-related fun at Science Centre Singapore.
Get tickets to UNTAME STEAM Festival.
Admission: From $5/child | $2/adult
Venue: KidsSTOP, 21 Jurong Town Hall Road, Science Centre Singapore, Singapore 609433
Date: 18th-30th November 2025
Opening hours: 10am-12pm, 12.30pm-2.30pm, 3pm-5pm, Daily
Image credit: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast_Daniel Boud
The classic Disney film-turned-stage show, Beauty & the Beast musical, is coming to Singapore this December where it’s making its only stop in Asia. Happening at the Sands Theatre from 11th December 2025 to 25th January 2026, the stage production features magical sets and costume designs for an immersive theatre experience.
Image credit: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast_Daniel Boud
Look forward to fan-favourite songs we know and love, including Gaston, Be Our Guest, Beauty and the Beast, and many songs not in the animated film. If, for some reason, you’ve not seen the iconic animated flick, it tells a story of inner beauty and how the world views you – an important lesson for kids and adults alike.
Get tickets to Beauty and the Beast.
Admission: From $68/pax
Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Date: 11th Dec 2025 to 25th Jan 2026
Show timings: Tue-Fri 8pm | Wed & Sat 2pm, 8pm | Sun 1pm, 6.30pm
Instead of a night in a JB Airbnb, book a staycation at Colugo Camp with your family. Whether you’re a couple ($550/night) or a family of 3 ($700/night) or 4 ($800/night), you’ll be glamping in an air-conditioned tent with fantastic views of the reservoir. Do note that there isn’t a private connecting toilet to the tent, but a communal one that you’ll share with other visitors.
Its price tag includes admission to the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, and River Wonders, all with guided tours. You’ll be able to see the world’s first free-roaming orangutan exhibit at Orangutan Island, catch the Creatures of the Night show with reserved front row seats, and meet a capybara at the Once Upon A River show. It will definitely be an action-packed, but hassle-free 2 days. And if you’re wondering, dinner and breakfast will be provided at the dining hall.
Book a night at Colugo Camp.
ME Cafe & Games (from $12/pax) is the best spot for energetic kids and kidults to play games for hours on end. Located in Chinatown, it’s the largest ME Cafe & Games outlet. Don’t worry about just staring at screens – alongside digital ones, they’ve got many other games that will have you up on your feet and scurrying around. If you feel lost with the many zones and game choices, all you have to do is follow the bright LED lights and signs.
Play the Floor is Lava to test your speed and agility. You’ll have a time limit to step on the red tiles until they all turn green – an exciting, but nerve-racking game. For some friendly competition, you can also pit yourself against your family and friends with a game of Duel Ball. All you have to do is throw balls at the target. Stay focused, don’t panic, and have fun.
Book a session at ME Cafe & Games.
Image credit: @wayne_ymh via Instagram
Imagine combining Pokémon with Christmas – that’s what you’ll find at Catch the Holiday Magic happening at Suntec City from now to 28th December 2025. Visit the Explore Like A Trainer pop-up, where you can watch a Pokémon Dance Parade and also meet your favourite Pokémon.
There are also many activities around the malls, such as the Snowfall Show, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A Zones – where you’ll be able to play the latest title on the recently-released Nintendo Switch 2. Also, participate in the daily Who’s That Pokémon quiz to win prizes that include Pokémon cards and Suntec City e-vouchers.
Admission: Free
Venue: Suntec City
Date: Now till 28th Dec 2025
Image credit: Gardens by the Bay
The Christmas Train Show is coming back for its 2nd year in a row at Gardens by the Bay from 23rd November 2025 to 4th January 2026. Happening at the Flower Dome , it features model trains from Denmark, the USA, and Singapore chugging along miniature tracks.
Soak in the holiday spirit with Christmas trees and poinsettias that will fill the Flower Dome, while mini train models go round its track and through beautifully bloomed flowers. Admission to the Flower Dome includes the Christmas Train Show, so there are no additional charges.
Get tickets to the Christmas Train Show.
Admission: From $8/child | $12/adult
Venue: Flower Dome
Date: 23rd Nov 2025 to 4th Jan 2026
Image credit: Snow City Singapore via Google Maps
One of the best ways to celebrate the Christmas spirit in snowless Singapore is a visit to Snow City (from $24/child, $31/adult). Many of us remember going to Snow City as kids, but this familiar attraction has added new play areas just last year.
Image credit: Snow City Singapore via Google Maps
On top of the iconic 60m snow slope, now there’s also a 120m Glacier Luge – a 3-storey ice slide, and an Ice Bumper Car. There’s also a Snowscape Shooting Arena where you can play soft archery ($12) or X-shot counter strike ($17).
While you should dress warmly, Snow City provides complimentary winter jackets and boots. Do note that some activities require other apparel, so we recommend bringing snow pants for the ice bumper car and gloves if you don’t want to rent them.
Get tickets to Snow City.
Image credit: Sing60
On 6th and 7th December 2025, the Sing60 Music Festival is happening on 2 stages at Fort Canning Park. Fort Canning Green will feature local pop and up-and-coming artistes, including Benjamin Kheng, Carpet Golf, and Pleasantry; while BattleBox will feature a line-up of alternative indie music acts from talents such as Daryl Knows, Jean Reiki, and Darren Dubwise.
The music festival will also feature a Festival Village, a marketplace selling food, art, fashion, and lifestyle brands at Fort Canning Green. Tickets start from $40/day or $60 for a 2-day pass, but you can also use your SG Culture Pass for single-day tickets.
Get tickets to the Sing60 Music Festival.
Admission: $40/1-day pass | $60/2-day pass
Venue: Fort Canning Park
Date: 6th & 7th Dec 2025
Main Maker’s Space.
Image credit: Children’s Museum Singapore
PLAY + MAKE is a hands-on maker’s space in the Children’s Museum Singapore that focuses on food, play, and creativity. It allows children to explore local food culture through storytelling, creating, and sensory experiences. There are 3 sections at PLAY + MAKE: the Mini Stage, Showcase Zone, and Main Maker’s Space. Singaporeans and PRs can enjoy the museum and this experience for free.
Mini Stage (left) & Showcase Zone (right).
Image adapted from: Children’s Museum Singapore
At the Mini Stage, children can create stories by reimagining cardboard props, such as fashioning a wind turbine out of a flower. The Showcase Zone is where anything kids create will be displayed, inspiring others to also be hands-on. Lastly, the Main Maker’s Space encourages visitors to assemble an outfit by exploring differently-textured materials. You’ll also learn about how these materials are linked to our local dishes.
Get free tickets to PLAY + MAKE.
Make a splash at HomeTeamNS Aqua Adventure (from $25/pax) with your family. Located at the HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir, there is an array of dry and wet facilities – including Singapore’s longest indoor waterslide.
Clockwork Towers.
Some family-friendly activities include the Double Trouble Slide and the Aqua Course. If you want something more exciting, you can rock climb the Clockwork Towers, or just take a chill break at the Laze Pool.
Get tickets to HomeTeamNS Aqua Adventure.
Image credit: Ola Beach Club Singapore via Facebook
Join a pirate-themed adventure at Ola Ahoy Adventure this December. Happening at Siloso Beach’s Ola Beach Club on 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th December 2025, your little one can set sail and immerse themselves in hands-on activities to be a pirate. Activities include building a ship from recyclable materials, creating unique eye-patches, a treasure hunt along the beach, and an obstacle relay race.
Get tickets to Ola Ahoy Adventure.
Admission: From $22.05/pax
Venue: Ola Beach Club, Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Date: 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th Dec 2025
Kiztopia (from $29.80/child & parent) is an indoor playground at Marina Square. There are over 18 play areas, including 2-storey-tall slides, ball pits, and a Ninja Warrior-inspired obstacle course. But, don’t worry, they’re all kid-safe.
The little ones can also have fun at the bouncy castle or hop on the choo-choo train. This playground isn’t only about fun; there are specific zones that encourage the use of social, emotional, and motor skills. If you’re a parent who needs a break, there’s a Kith cafe for a quick bite or a cup of coffee.
Get tickets to Kiztopia.
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If there’s a good reason to travel to Joo Koon, it would be for Dino Putt. This dino-themed park features an 18-hole miniature golf course with animatronic dinosaurs and kiddy dino rides – perfect for kids and families. Hop on for a mini dino ride (from $5/session) before you start your mini golf game, or learn fun dinosaur facts.
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For the mini golf course (from $25/child, $30/adult), the goal is to sink the ball with the least number of putts. There’s also a family pass from $75 for 2 adults and 1 child. It’s definitely a fun activity for families for a fun experience in the West.
Image credit: NTUC First Campus Outdoor School
With the rise of the iPad generation, many kids aren’t getting out in the sun to frolic in nature. NTUC First Campus Outdoor School focuses on outdoor programmes for children from 4 to 12 years old. It has various camps, each with different themes, such as Jungle Rescuers ($240/child), Wild Troopers ($120/child), and Forest Scouts ($350/child).
Image credit: NTUC First Campus Outdoor School
Each camp takes place outside of the classroom, giving each child a hands-on experience while instilling curiosity, responsibility, resilience, and courage. Parents don’t have to worry – even though the kids are outdoors, they are still in a safe and controlled environment.
Book a camp by NTUC First Campus Outdoor School.
Whether you’re a student or a parent, these activities are just more reasons to spend the December holidays in Singapore without needing to plan a complicated itinerary overseas. With the year coming to an end, this is your last chance to squeeze in a few more core memories with the folks who matter the most.
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Cover image adapted from: Snow City Singapore via Google Maps
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