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17 Best Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore – 5th-7th December 2025

Things to do this weekend in Singapore


Kid-friendly activities, live performances, and fun workshops – there’s plenty of fun to be had in the coming weeks. So, open your calendars and bookmark these things to do this weekend in Singapore.


– New events in Singapore this week –


1. Singapore Comic Con 2025


6th-7th Dec


Singapore Comic ConImage credit: Singapore Comic Con – SGCC via Facebook

AFA 2025 was just last week, yet another hobby-related convention is barrelling our way. This weekend, Singapore Comic Con 2025 will be taking over the Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands, making it a perfect space for comic fans, cosplayers, and merch collectors to mingle with one another.

Cosplay competitionImage credit: Singapore Comic Con – SGCC via Facebook

As usual, the Main Stage will wow convention goers with spectacular live performances, including a cosplay competition, music performances, and even an appearance from Kpop Demon Hunters’ HUNTR/X trio. If shopping’s the only thing on your mind, you’ll be spoilt for choice as there’ll be wares from 400 brands and exhibitors on-site to peruse.

Get tickets to Singapore Comic Con 2025.

Admission: From $38/pax
Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands
Date: 6th-7th Dec
Opening hours: 10am-8pm, Daily


2. Hawker Carbo Loading Party


5th-6th Dec


Lau Pa Sat
Image credit: TripAdvisor

Whether you’re a runner prepping for the upcoming Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon or a huge foodie looking for your next feast, look no further than Lau Pa Sat’s Hawker Carbo Loading Party.

It’s happening across 2 nights only, and it’s essentially an all-you-can-eat affair featuring beloved hawker classics like char kway teow, hokkien mee, chicken rice, and mee goreng. Once you’ve fueled up, you can capture a pre-race memento at the interactive video booth, and bring home a customised waist pouch at the Personalisation Pit Stop.

Get tickets to Hawker Carbo Loading Party.

Admission: From $30.44/pax
Venue: Lau Pa Sat
Date: 5th-6th Dec
Opening hours: 5pm-7.30pm, Daily


3. Sing60 Music Festival


6th-7th Dec


Concert
Image credit: Sing60 

Show some love for our local music scene at the Sing60 Music Festival this weekend. Taking place at Fort Canning Park, this 2-day-long celebration of homegrown talents will feature a star-studded lineup which includes the likes of Benjamin Kheng, Charlie Lim, Iman Fandi, and Shye just to name a few.

Happening concurrently with the live performances are underground – both figuratively and literally – DJ sets held in Battlebox. Here, booming beats will reverberate off the old WW2 bunker’s wall, supplied by acts from Daryl Knows, Mako, Ferng, and Jean Reiki. Tickets are going for $40, but you can use your SG Culture Pass Credits to pay for admission as well.

Get tickets to Sing60 Music Festival.

Admission: $40/pax
Venue: Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Green & Battlebox
Date: 6th-7th Dec
Opening hours: Sat 3pm-11pm | Sun 3pm-10pm


4. LeVeL 33 15th Anniversary Celebration


7th Dec


LeVeL 33Image credit: LeVeL 33

For those who can’t resist the golden allure of a freshly-poured pint, LeVeL 33 is where you’d wanna spend your Sunday afternoon at. Touted as the world’s highest microbrewery in a building, LeVeL 33 is celebrating their 15th Anniversary on 7th December 2025, and everyone, especially the beer-loving crowd, is invited.

To commemorate the momentous occasion, from 12pm to 4pm, guests can enjoy complimentary free-flow house-brewed beers, and all the establishment’s dishes and cocktails will start from just $15. You’ll get to pair your tipples with astounding views of the city skyline, accompanied by a live DJ and performances to set the joyous mood.

Reserve your spot for LeVeL 33’s 15th Anniversary Celebration.

Admission: Free
Venue: LeVeL 33, Marina Bay Financial Centre
Date: 7th Dec
Opening hours: 12pm-4pm


5. Christmas Train Show


Now till 4th Jan 2026


Christmas tree
Image credit: Gardens by the Bay

Whenever Christmas rolls around, you can bet there’s much festive cheer to be had at Gardens by the Bay. This Yuletide, they’ve partnered up with LEGO to give us a playful take on their annual Christmas Train Show. For starters, step into the Flower Dome, and you’ll be greeted by an impressive 4.5m-tall Christmas tree built with over 100,000 LEGO bricks.

LEGO Christmas Train Show Event at GBTBImage credit: Gardens by the Bay

Of course, you’ll also get to see miniature train models chugging along amidst the vibrant flora, in an intricate LEGO rendition of Nyhavn Street – a nod to the toy brand’s Danish roots.

LEGO activitiesImage adapted from: Gardens by the Bay

On Fridays to Sundays only, little ones who want to get hands-on with the brick-building fun can swing by the giant LEGO gingerbread house, where they can put together festive designs to adorn the house. Similarly, they can have a go at constructing a LEGO heart at the Build To Give corner.

Get tickets to the Flower Dome.

Admission: From $12/adult | $8/child
Venue: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Date: Now till 4th Jan
Opening hours: 9am-9pm, Daily


6. Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us


From 11th Oct


Dinosaurs

If you’re fascinated with prehistoric beasts of the past, swing by the Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us exhibition at Science Centre Singapore. You’ll get to walk under the towering life-sized casts of some of the largest land animals to ever walk the earth, such as the 40m-long Patagotitan Mayorum which weighs as much as 10 elephants.

T-Rex

Of course, you’ll also get to strike a pose beside iconic dinos like the Torosaurus and T-Rex, and don’t miss out on the closing gallery by the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, which highlights species that once lived right here in Singapore.

Sand pit

There’s also 4 stamping stations to stop by for a cool memento, interactive digital projection installations to play around with, and a mini excavation site where you can dig around for fossils. Not quite ready to head home yet? You’ve still got the rest of Science Centre Singapore to explore, as tickets come with complimentary admission for Singaporeans and PRs.

Get tickets to Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us.

Admission: From $29.90/adult | $25.90/child & senior
Venue: The Annexe, Science Centre Singapore
Date: From 11th Oct
Opening hours: 10am-5pm, Daily


7. PAW Patrol Wonderland Adventure


21st Nov-28th Dec


If your little one is an avid PAW Patrol viewer, swing by City Square Mall to catch the pups in person. The mall is playing host to the PAW Patrol Wonderland Adventure and Interactive Experience this holiday season, and there’s a flurry of pup-tastic activities to check out as well as freebies to walk home with.

StationImage credit: City Square Mall

For starters, spend $80 within the mall to redeem a PAW Patrol Adventure Kit that consists of a collectible card, of which there are 6 designs plus a secret edition card to collect, and a stamping postcard. Afterwards, track down the 6 Hero Stations peppered around the mall to fill out your postcard with a stamp at each station to assemble the crew of pups for a cute memento.

MascotsImage credit: City Square Mall

Shoppers who rack up a minimum spend of $100 will also receive a meet & greet pass to shake paws with the pups and make merry memories with them at the PAW Patrol ‘Ready for Christmas’ interactive experience. It’ll take place at 2pm and 7pm daily except 1st December, from 29th November to 7th December 2025 at the Level 1 Stage.

Gifts
Image credit: City Square Mall
Do note that all gift tiers are stackable, so aim to hit a minimum spend of $250 to receive all the freebies. 

Other gifts-with-purchase include a set of 2-piece PAW Patrol Christmas wrappers if you spend $50, and an exclusive lunch bag is up for grabs for those who manage to spend at least $250 during their shopping sprees. Finally, don’t forget to tune in for the Christmas Carolling sessions, happening on 20th and 21st December 2025 at 7pm, at the mall’s Level 4 Gastro Square.

Learn more about PAW Patrol Wonderland Adventure.

Admission: Free
Venue: City Square Mall, various locations around the mall
Date: 21st Nov-28th Dec
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily


8. Christmas Wonderland


29th Nov 2025-1st Jan 2026


SpallieraImage credit: Christmas Wonderland

The Christmas Wonderland installations over at Gardens by the Bay are a mainstay during holiday season on the Little Red Dot, and this year’s no different. You literally can’t miss the 20m-tall Spalliera light display that’s crafted by the masterful hands of artisans from Italy; step into it during the Blizzard Time show, and you’ll be showered with faux snow accompanied by Christmas melodies.

Merry Lane
Image credit: Christmas Wonderland

Another highlight to swing by is the 50m-long Merry Lane, which is made out of 50,000 LED light bulbs that pulse in colour beautifully. Overhead, a Flying Santa display periodically soars above The Meadow, making a stop at Reindeer Town afterwards to greet the crowds. There’ll also be festive performances on-site to tune in to, along with carnival games and rides to delight the little ones.

Get tickets to Christmas Wonderland.

Admission: From $9/adult | $7/child
Venue: Various locations around Gardens by the Bay
Date: 29th Nov 2025-1st Jan
Opening hours: 6.30pm-11pm, Daily


9. Curiosity Cove


From 21st Nov


GrasslandsImage credit: Mandai Wildlife Group

Dubbed Singapore’s largest indoor nature-inspired playground, just one look at the new Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, and your active little one is sure to burst into fits of excitement.

Forestlands & DrylandsImage adapted from: Mandai Wildlife Group

It’s split into 4 interactive play zones, each themed after different biomes; for instance, the Wetlands zone has a mesmerising wall display where kids can gaze at various marine life swimming by. At the Forestlands, there are treetop-mimicking platforms connected by cargo nets for children to scale, while the Drylands section has craggy slopes to clamber over, as well as a giant snake belly to climb to explore.

Dance party
Image credit: Mandai Wildlife Group

Before you go, don’t forget to catch the adorable Curiosity Cove Dance happening daily at the Grasslands zone, where you can groove along to upbeat tunes with the Ranger Buddies mascots Sally the Hornbill and Tucker the Otter.

Get tickets to Curiosity Cove.

Admission: From $43.20/child & 1 accompanying adult
Venue: Mandai Wildlife East, Mandai Wildlife Reserve
Date: From 21st Nov onwards
Opening hours: 10am-6.30pm, Daily


10. Singapore Cable Car Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure


22nd Nov 2025 till 30th Apr 2026


Cabin interior

The Singapore Cable Car’s receiving a makeover this holiday season with their new Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure campaign. They’ve decked out both the interior and exterior of their cabins with 5 different Pokémon-themed designs, featuring fan-favourites like Pikachu, Eevee, and Charmander.

At nightImage credit: Mount Faber Leisure Group

Each ticket comes with a complimentary Pikachu sun visor too. But when the sun’s down and you board the cable car at 7.45pm, you’ll be given a UV torchlight to reveal even more hidden Pokémon on the cabin’s ceiling.

There are also adorable photo ops at Mount Faber Peak, so feel free to snap away with the Pokémon companions here, set against the backdrop of scenic hilltop views. Don’t leave without a memento either; we spotted merch like glow-in-the-dark t-shirts (from $29), trading cards (from $6.90), and DIY keychains (from $15) all up for grabs.

Admission: $33/adult, $22/child
Venue: Mount Faber Peak
Date: 22nd Nov 2025-30th Apr 2026
Opening hours: 8.45am-9.30pm, Daily


11. Wicked: For Good


Now till 4th Jan 2026


Sign

We’ve still got a week before we’re whisked away to the Land of Oz for the movie premiere of Wicked: For Good, but you can get a sneak peek beforehand at Resorts World Sentosa. The island has been blessed with a magical makeover, and it now sports 6 limited-time Wicked-themed installations between the Resorts World Station and Imbiah Station on the Sentosa Express.

Bubble

These picturesque photo spots include Glinda’s Bubble, a life-sized replica of the bubble from the film which served as Glinda’s main mode of transport. Further down the Yellow Brick Road,  which also has been faithfully recreated for all to trot on, stands a 9m-tall structure of Elphaba’s Hat – it even glows in mysterious green at 6pm daily, alongside the other installations.

Elphaba

You’ll also want to tune in for the stunning light shows over at the Emerald City installation at RWS’ Lake of Dreams, and snap a picture when you pop by the photobooths nearby. Meanwhile, Universal Studios Singapore ticket holders will be in for the full Wicked: For Good experience. Expect photo ops with Glinda and Elphie themselves, roaming Ozians, and even pink and green-hued food to stay in theme.

Admission: Free
Venue: Various locations around Resorts World Sentosa
Date: Now till 4th Jan 2026
Opening hours: 8am-1am, Daily


12. Changi Festive Village 2025


Now till 4th Jan 2026


Entrance

Even if you’re not jetting off for a year-end vacation, there’s still another reason to swing by Changi Airport. The Changi Festive Village 2025’s here for yet another round of holiday festivities, and this year, Mickey and friends will be greeting all who make their way to the various airport terminals and Changi Airport Jewel.

Ariel

Some highlights to look forward to include striking a pose with Flounder and Sebastian in Ariel’s Clam, waving hi to Finding Nemo’s fish tank-escaping crew, and a statue of Moana who stands tall and proud.

Christmas tree

There’s also a 16m-tall Christmas Tree at the entrance of the Forest Valley in Changi Airport Jewel to marvel at, but before you up and go, try your hand at the carnival games over at T3. Here, there’s also the Stitch Ohana Grill pop-up that’s perfect for kids; they’ll get to customise their own Disney Cruise Line-themed travel journey, tote bag, or mug from scratch.

Admission: Free
Venue: Various locations around Changi Airport & Changi Airport Jewel
Date: Now till 4th Jan 2026


13. Star Wars Pop-Up Library


6th Aug 2025-24th Jan 2026


Star Wars LibraryImage credit: National Library Board

If you prefer to keep your activities indoors, you can instead head to the Star Wars Pop-Up Library that has been set up at Changi Airport Terminal 3. This mini library is sure to catch the eye of longtime fans of the iconic sci-fi media franchise with its futuristic blue hue emanating from the light sabers mounted on the walls.

Star Wars RobotImage credit: National Library Board

Younglings and adults alike are invited to borrow Star Wars-related reads from its extensive inventory of over 2,000 books by interacting with an automated robot librarian. There are also a few cutouts of fan-favourite characters like C3PO and R2-D2 to snap pics with, and personality quizzes and trivia challenges to take to see if you’ve the force within you or not.

Admission: Free
Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 3, Level 2
Date: 6th Aug 2025-24th Jan 2026
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily


– New shows, concerts & exhibitions in Singapore this week –


14. Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston


14th Nov 2025-1st March 2026


Into the ModernImage credit: National Gallery Singapore

Dive into the intricate world of impressionism at the Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston exhibition over at National Gallery Singapore. It’s one of the world’s largest collections of impressionist artworks outside of France, with works by world-renowned artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Édouard Manet on full display.

ArtworkImage adapted from: National Gallery Singapore

Spanning across 3 galleries and 7 themed sections, you’ll get to feast your eyes on over 100 masterpieces from these legendary artists, and also learn more about Impressionism’s legacy in Southeast Asia through interactive installations. BTW, there’s a 30% discount on tickets booked before 30th November 2025, so snag them quickly for your next museum date.

Get tickets to Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Admission: From $10.50/pax
Venue: National Gallery Singapore
Date: 14th Nov 2025-1st March 2026
Opening hours: 10am-7pm, Daily


15. Alice: Into the New World


From 31st Oct


Alice: Into the New WorldImage credit: GROUNDSEESAW

A visual feast for your senses awaits at GROUNDSEESAW’s Alice: Into the New World exhibition. Launching this Friday, this trippy number is themed after the whimsical cult classic that is Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.

Alice: Into the New WorldImage adapted from: Fever

The kid-friendly exhibition will sport unique 5-sided screen setups that provide an especially immersive experience, as the 6m-tall screens glow and pulse beneath your feet. Familiar callbacks to the iconic film and novel include flittering playing cards, huge chess pieces, and an invitation to the Mad Hatter’s chaotic tea party.

Get tickets to Alice: Into the New World.

Admission: From $28/adult | $18/child
Venue: GROUNDSEESAW, Parkview Square, Level 3
Date: From 31st Oct
Opening hours: 10am-7pm, Daily


16. Museum of U & Me


Now till 14th Dec


Museum of U & Me
Image credit: National Heritage Board

Freshly constructed out of 3 shipping containers, head on over to the Museum of U & Me to have a gander at some of its quirky exhibits. It’s located right on the National Museum of Singapore’s Lawn, and admission is completely free.

ArtefactsImage credit: National Heritage Board

The makeshift museum is home to a curation of artefacts that retells the Singapore story, contributed by Singaporeans from all walks of life. For instance, marvel at a 3D reproduction of the legendary Singapore Stone and the 1919 Centenary medal which marked Sir Stamford Raffles’ arrival on the Little Red Dot.

Also of nostalgic interest are displays like a 1970s TV set, colourful tiffin carriers, and the Singapore Girl perfume, which was the scent of choice for many in the early 1980s. For a cool memento, don’t forget to have a go at the museum’s digital interactive game. Identify exhibition objects within edited archival photographs correctly, and you’ll walk home with a collectible card.

Admission: Free
Venue: National Museum of Singapore, Lawn
Date: 9th Oct-14th Dec
Opening hours: 10am-7pm, Daily


17. Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time


From 8th Aug


Orb

With National Day mere days away, looking back at how far we’ve come before we hit the big 60 is not a bad idea at all. For a major throwback, head on over to the Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time exhibition happening at the National Museum of Singapore from 8th August 2025 onwards.

Waterfall

You’ll get to learn more about the Little Red Dot’s rich marine history in an interactive and mesmerising way. Inside the exhibition, educational, yet  IG-worthy installations are plentiful; look forward to a digital waterfall with ripples that emanate from your footsteps, and a huge suspended LED globe that lights up with Singapore’s historic trade routes.

Get tickets to Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time.

Admission: Free
Venue: National Museum of Singapore
Date: From 8th Aug onwards
Opening hours: 10am-7pm, Daily


Find things to do in Singapore this weekend

We’re sure you have more than enough activities to fill your upcoming weekend. If not, check out our ultimate list of things to do in Singapore or the best attractions and activities in Singapore. If you’re looking for pretty places to snap lots of photos, hit up these Instagrammable places in Singapore while you’re at it.

And those looking to plan their calendars in advance can check out our full list of upcoming live performances in 2025.


Cover image adapted from: Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Comic Con – SGCC via Facebook, LeVeL 33
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