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.
Table of Contents
- Things to do this weekend in Singapore
- 1. Marina Square Forest of Wonders
- 2. Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window screening @ ONE Punggol
- 3. Bellygom pop-up
- 4. LEGO Shophouse Experience
- 5. Sakura 2026
- 6. Pickleball Coffee Rave
- 7. HAN@Punggol Open House
- 8. Sentosa Beach Fest 2026
- 9. Pokémon Pokopia Truck Experience
- 10. Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar
- 11. Singapore Cable Car Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure
- 12. Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour
- 13. The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Singapore
- 14. Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
- 15. Cirque Du Soleil: KOOZA
- 16. Chagee x ACM Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie
- 17. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition
- 18. NOX: Confessions of a Machine
– New events in Singapore this week –
1. Marina Square Forest of Wonders
14th-22nd Mar
Marina Square’s annual Balloon Festival is back once again for another round of inflatable fun during the school break. Dubbed the Forest of Wonders, this year’s festival takes on a whimsical, enchanted woodlands theme that features oversized fruits and flittering fairies.
Image credit: Marina Square
Some of the huge balloon sculptures that you can’t miss include the giant 12m-tall strawberry house decorated with a pair of fairies in the front, a surprised durian, and a rosy-cheeked watermelon. There’ll also be balloon workshops ($20/adult & child) conducted over the weekend, where you’ll get to create your very own octopus balloon sculpture. You can book a session via the Marina Square app (App Store | Google Play).
Admission: Free
Venue: 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Main Atrium, Singapore 039594
Date: 14th-22nd March 2026
Opening hours: 11am-9.30pm, Daily
2. Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window screening @ ONE Punggol
21st Mar
Over at ONE Punggol, they’re celebrating their March Fun Fiesta as we speak, so swing by this Saturday for some family-friendly fun. What’s more, there’ll be a free screening of the animated film Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window.
Image credit: Tokyo International Film Festival
The movie follows the tale of the 7-year-old Toto-chan who finds it difficult to conform to the 1930s Japanese public school system. She’s then enrolled into an unconventional school where children are instead encouraged to express themselves freely, where she forges new friendships and taps into newfound creativity.
Image credit: One Punggol via Facebook
Feel free to stick around after the movie too; there’s plenty of other activities to immerse yourself in. Children can try their hand at archery, bounce around in massive inflatables, and have a go at various carnival games.
Admission: Free
Venue: 1 Punggol Drive, ONE Punggol, Singapore 828629
Date: 21st March 2026
Time: 2pm onwards
3. Bellygom pop-up
13th Mar-3rd May
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
An unbearably adorable pit stop awaits travellers who’re visiting Changi Airport to catch their flights, as a Bellygom pop-up has taken over Terminal 3’s Departure Hall. You’ll be able to snap pics with the towering 7m-tall inflatable of the popular Korean teddy bear and try your hand at 5 different hawker-themed games to win merch like plushies and keychains of the pink bear.
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
At T3 Basement 2, even more IG-worthy photo spots await. Catch a glimpse of Bellygom and friends at familiar sets such as an old-school mama shop and a kopitiam, complete with an HDB void deck table. Nearby, the ST3PS atrium has been spruced up with a garden picnic theme when it’s time for a breather.
Admission: Free
Venue: 65 Airport Boulevard, Changi Airport, Terminal 3, Departure Hall, Singapore 819663
Date: 13th March-3rd May 2026
4. LEGO Shophouse Experience
13th Mar-5th Apr
Image credit: LEGO
LEGO’s back with another free brick-building activity for all. Enter the LEGO Shophouse Experience, a pop-up set up along Design Orchard that’s themed after living quarters from Singapore’s past and colourful Peranakan-style homes.
Image credit: LEGO
True to its name, the experience translates iconic features of archaic shophouses into LEGO form. From minute details such as tingkat carriers and household plants to bigger ones like a huge wall adorned with vibrant Peranakan tiles, most of what you can see is made completely from toy bricks.
Image credit: LEGO
If you’re itching to piece together something of your own, don’t worry. Simply complete a short stamp rally by visiting 5 stamping stations found throughout the pop-up; present the completed postcard and you can redeem a free LEGO set at the pop-up’s retail section. Children aged 4 to 12 get to work on a retro LEGO boombox, while those 13 and up can bring home a LEGO Peranakan mosaic tile.
Admission: Free
Venue: 250 Orchard Road, Design Orchard, Level 2, Singapore 238905
Date: 13th March-5th April 2026
Opening hours: 11am-9pm, Daily
5. Sakura 2026
13th Mar-15th Apr
For those who didn’t get to hop on a plane for a Japan trip this school holiday, you can still bless your feed with views of the cherry blossoms at Garden by the Bay’s Sakura 2026. This year, the iconic floral showcase is themed after the historic streets of the Ishikawa prefecture, which is home to preserved samurai districts, geisha quarters, and an array of traditional crafts.
Image credit: Gardens by the Bay
Highlights include the majestic Nomura Samurai House, a recreation of the Nomura House which once served as the home of a samurai hailing from the Maeda clan. A gentle rain curtain that’s meant to mimic the wet climate of Ishikawa provides an air of serenity, and say hi to Hello Kitty and friends, as mascots dressed up in pretty kimonos will be there to greet visitors.
Image credit: Gardens by the Bay
Do stay on for the free Sakura Cultural Programmes that will be happening throughout Saturday, 21st March 2026. These include live acts like taiko drumming, festival dances, choral and folk performances, as well as a screening of Studio Ghibli’s Castle in the Sky. The annual Anime Garden’s also happening on the same day, so expect the grounds to be roaring with soundtracks from your favourite series as cosplayers roam around.
Get tickets to Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura 2026.
Admission: From $12/adult, $8/child
Venue: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome, Singapore 018953
Date: 13th March-15th April 2026
Time: 9am-9pm, Daily
6. Pickleball Coffee Rave
22nd Mar
Picklers looking to spice up their sessions, look no further than Play! Pickle’s upcoming Pickleball Coffee Rave. Happening this Sunday, they’ll be hosting a couple of pickleball games at their facility in Upper Serangoon, but with a twist.
Image credit: Play! Pickle
First off, there’ll be both coach-guided and open play sessions, so both beginners to the sport and veterans alike can have a blast. As you wait for your turn to play, cool off with specialty drinks from Lume Coffee; you’ve got both iced and hot options, such as black and white coffee, mocha, and chocolate.
As you drink away to the music, listen out for the 60-second Rave Breaks, where you’re encouraged to bust a move on court when the beat drops, after which you’ll return straight back to your games.
Get tickets to the Pickleball Coffee Rave.
Admission: $58/pax
Venue: 756 Upper Serangoon Road, Play! Pickle, #04-27, Singapore 534626
Date: 22nd March 2026
Time: 10am-12pm, Daily
7. HAN@Punggol Open House
14th-29th Mar
If you’re doing some shopping at Waterway Point over the weekend, pop by the HAN@Punggol Open House for a look-see. It’s a festival dedicated to showcasing the history of the surrounding neighbourhood through various community-led programmes, fascinating art installations, and hands-on workshops.
Image credit: OH! Open House
For instance, take part in the Marking Matters?: Marking Punggol programme, where you’ll get a chance to bring home one of 99 papier-mâché sculptures made by Thai artist Mit Jai Inn by volunteering your time to a charity or non-profit based in Punggol. You can also embark on a self-guided audio tour ($5) by Our House Downstairs, which invites you to walk down Punggol’s coastline, while being captivated by stories about its land and sea.
Image credit: OH! Open House
Other activities include a guided nature walk ($15/group of 4) along the Punggol Heritage Trail, as well as a free paper quilling workshop where you’ll get to work on and bring home a paper-quilled miniature reminiscent of Punggol’s farm life. Foodies, sign up for the Seafood Trail & Dining Experience ($40/pax). After a walk along the Punggol waterfront, take a seat at a communal dining table that features dishes made using ingredients courtesy of the land and sea.
Sign up for HAN@Punggol Open House’s activities.
Admission: Varies depending on programme
Venue: Varies depending on programme
Date: 14th-29th March 2026
Time: Varies depending on programme
8. Sentosa Beach Fest 2026
14th-22nd Mar
For those with active kids in tow, expend their boundless energy at the upcoming Sentosa Beach Fest 2026. Happening at Siloso Beach, the entire fam will have a blast at this massive, beach fitness playground that consists of 5 zones to tackle.
Image adapted from: fever
The Showdown Zone is packed with physical challenges that participants of all ages can try their hand at. These include a Battlerope experience with $1,000 on the line, a NinjaZ 350m-long obstacle course, and calisthenics workshops conducted by Gravity101 to sculpt that perfect beach bod.
Image credit: Sentosa
There’ll also be free fitness classes conducted at the Arena Zone, and the Playground Zone is where you’ll want to drop off the rowdy lil’ ones to run amok at an inflatable obstacle course. Over at the Stadium Zone, you can dabble in a slew of sports like football, beach volleyball, disc golf, and frisbee to name a few, and once you’re all knackered, grab a bite at the Refuel Zone which will be selling local bites and icy cool drinks.
Admission: Varies depending on programme
Venue: 10A Siloso Beach Walk, Siloso Beach, Singapore 099008
Date: 14th-22nd March 2026
Opening hours: 8am-10pm, Daily
9. Pokémon Pokopia Truck Experience
5th Mar-4th Jun
Don’t forget to claim a free Pokémon-themed sun visor, while stocks last.
Image credit: The Pokémon Company
Pokémon fans, you’ll be pleased to know that a massive, 24-foot LED Pokémon Pokopia Truck will be making its way all over Singapore. It’ll be making stops at popular malls around the island; for March, expect to see it parked in malls like Bugis+, Bugis Junction, Chinatown Point, and VivoCity.
Image for illustration purposes only.
Within the truck, you’ll be able to play-test the new Pokémon Pokopia game at 4 demo stations, as well as snap pics with an adorable Pikachu mascot at select times and locations. There’ll also be a dedicated kids’ colouring zone, along with a Pokémon Pokopia-themed photo zone and booth that’ll probably feature everyone’s favourite pink blob, Ditto, who you’ll play as in the game.
Admission: Free
Venue: Bugis+, Bugis Junction, Chinatown Point, VivoCity
Date: 5th March-4th June 2026
10. Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar
14th Feb-21st Mar
Image credit: Eatbook
While we’re in the midst of revelling in the festive spirit of CNY, Ramadan is also around the corner as we head into mid-February. To celebrate the holy month, the Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar will be welcoming visitors once again, enticing all with yummy street grub and retail booths to shop at.
Image credit: Eatbook
Some of the nosh you can expect to gobble up include food festival mainstays like Meat My Meat’s hearty Philly cheesesteaks, sinfully long fries by Sauzed that are drizzled with an array of colourful sauces, and Penang-based brand Roti Awan’s fluffy “cloud bread”.
After you’ve had your fill at the 150 F&B stalls, there are still 350 retail stalls to check out. You’ll be able to shop for new clothes, stock up on festive snacks, and purchase vibrant home decor in preparation for the upcoming Hari Raya celebrations
Admission: Free
Venue: 1 Engku Aman Turn, Wisma Geylang Serai, Singapore 408528
Dates: 14th February-21st March 2026
Opening hours: 6.30pm-10.30pm 15th Feb | 6.30-12.15am 16th Feb | 2.30pm-10.30pm 17th-24th Feb
11. Singapore Cable Car Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure
22nd Nov 2025 till 30th Apr 2026
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.
Image 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
– New shows, concerts & exhibitions in Singapore this week –
12. Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour
24th Mar-10th May
Image credit: Danny Kaan
The legendary Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour will be making a stop right here in Singapore this March, and it’s one that fans of the world’s longest-running musical won’t want to miss.
Image credit: Danny Kaan
The sense of scale is mighty apparent; the production will sport an expanded staging designed for large venues like Marina Bay Sands’ Sands Theatre, along with a cast and orchestra of over 65 performers. Based on Victor Hugo’s 1862 epic with sweeping themes of justice, love, sacrifice, and redemption, you’ll want to get your tissues out for iconic Les Misérables tunes such as I Dreamed a Dream, On My Own, and One Day More.
Get tickets to Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour.
Admission: From $103/pax
Venue: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay Sands, Sands Theatre, B1-69/70, Singapore 018971
Date: 24th March-10th May 2026
Show timings: Tue-Fri 8pm | Sat 2pm & 8pm | Sun 1pm & 6.30pm
13. The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Singapore
7th Mar-3rd May
When it comes to sitcoms, none is as iconic as the 1994 classic Friends. But if you’re tired of just rewatching it for the nth time, you can now step into scenes ripped straight from the beloved series at The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Singapore.
It’ll sport plenty of interactive sets that are sure to evoke a sense of nostalgia from long-standing fans, such as Monica’s kitchen, the Central Perk coffee house, and the Friends fountain. Of course, you’re invited to act out your favourite scenes too, from kicking back in Chandler and Joey’s recliners to lending a hand with Ross’ infamous sofa pivot.
Get tickets to The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Singapore.
Admission: From $29/adult, $22/student & senior, $15/child
Venue: 25 Scotts Road, Fever Exhibition Hall, Singapore 228220
Date: 7th March-3rd May 2026
Time: Wed-Fri 2pm-10.15pm | Sat-Sun 10am-10.15pm
14. Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
13th Feb-30th Jun
Something huge’s gracing the IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay. English Artist David Hockney has transformed the space into his own visual playground titled Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away).
Image credit: IMBA
Like its name suggests, the showcased works show how the artist has continually challenged the way we see the world, across painting, photography, drawing, and digital media. He taps on large-scale projections, layered sound design, and dynamic spatial design to show how scale, proximity, and attention can turn everyday moments extraordinary.
Get tickets to Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away).
Admission: From $32/adult | $22/child & senior
Venue: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, IMBA Theatre, #01-23, Singapore 018953
Date: 13th February-30th Jun 2026
Time: 5.30pm-10pm, Daily
15. Cirque Du Soleil: KOOZA
6th Feb-29th Mar
Image credit: Cirque Du Soleil
For a weekend of outrageous feats that’ll leave you on the edge of your seat, look no further than Cirque Du Soleil: KOOZA. The world-renowned circus act is returning to Singapore for the first time in 7 years, and with it comes a flurry of gravity-defying acrobatics paired with hilarious slapstick comedy.
The production transports the audience to a kingdom of fantasy and whimsy, and led by a mischievous Trickster, you’ll be led down an immersive path of emotional adventure and self-discovery. Along the way, characters like the flamboyant king and a comedic trio of clowns will both leave you gasping at breathtaking acts and in stitches.
Get tickets to Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza.
Admission: From $98/pax
Venue: 12A Bayfront Avenue, Bayfront Event Space, Under The Big Top, Singapore 018970
Dates: 6th February to 29th March 2026
Show timings: Wed-Fri 8pm | Sat 1pm, 4.30pm, 8pm | Sun 1.30pm, 5pm
16. Chagee x ACM Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie
28th Jan-7th Jun
Image credit: Chagee x ACM
Tea lovers who can’t get enough of Chagee’s famous brews, you’ll be glad to know that the Chinese teahouse chain is hosting a whole exhibition that tantalises more than just your tastebuds.
Done in collaboration with the Asian Civilisations Museum and Singapore Tourism Board, the Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie’s an experience that engages all 5 senses, plus an extra one dubbed the “sense of thought”. It’s split into 5 different sensory zones – you’ll get to take in the various aromas of brewed tea, pick up archaic tools used to make tea 300 years ago, and indulge in an ASMR-like installation featuring the sounds of making tea.
Get tickets to Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie.
Admission: From $12/pax
Venue: 1 Empress Place, Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore 179555
Dates: 28th January-7th June 2026
Opening hours: Sat-Thu 10am-7pm | Fri 10am-9pm
17. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition
24th Jan-12th Apr
Anime lovers, you’ve been waiting quite a bit, and it’s finally here: the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition has landed in Singapore, and boy, is it massive. Housed in the Former Singapore Sports Hub Library, there’ll be over 21,000sqft of Demon Slayer-themed installations spread out across 2 floors to explore.
Fans will be sure to recognise iconic scenes from the series faithfully recreated IRL, such as the purple wisteria blooms of Mount Fujikasane which served as the site for the Final Selection Test to become full-fledged Demon Slayers.
Be sure to strike a pose at the Battle of Mount Natagumo displays, which sport photo spots where you can perform the various Breathing Styles. For even more callbacks to the anime, enter a life-sized cabin of the Mugen Train, and sit in for a class at the Kimetsu Academy. Of course, there’ll be merch to cop as well, including Singapore-exclusives that depict chibi characters visiting our local landmarks.
Get tickets to Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition.
Admission: From $27/adult
Venue: 4 Stadium Walk, Former Singapore Sports Hub Library, Singapore 397697
Date: 24th January-12th April 2026
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
18. NOX: Confessions of a Machine
23rd Jan-19th Apr
Image credit: Marina Bay Sands
For a glimpse into the inner machinations of our increasingly commonplace robot companions, pay a visit to NOX: Confessions of a Machine at ArtScience Museum. It’s an introspective exhibition centred around the world of NOX, which stands for Nonhuman Excellence, where, in an I, Robot-esque twist, autonomous vehicles have sentient personalities of their own.
Image credit: Marina Bay Sands
Visitors will follow the story of Enigma-76, a self-driving delivery vehicle that’s constantly grappling with its cold, robotic outlook and personable human tendencies. You’ll get to jump right into the convoluted world of NOX with a couple of interactive exhibits, such as stepping into the shoes of a robot therapist, and a pensive sit-down with Dakota, a therapy horse.
Get tickets to NOX: Confessions of a Machine.
Admission: From $13/adult | $10/child
Venue: 6 Bayfront Avenue, ArtScience Museum, Singapore 018974
Dates: 23rd January to 19th April 2026
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 10am-7pm | Fri-Sat 10am-9pm
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 2026.
Cover image adapted from: Gardens by the Bay, Marina Square, LEGO
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