What are the best school holiday activities for kids in Singapore?

We currently list 14 school holiday activities including coding camps, art workshops, sports clinics, museum visits, and nature programmes. Activities range from free community events to structured holiday camps.

When are the school holidays in Singapore 2026?

Singapore school holidays in 2026 include the March break (14-23 Mar), June holidays (30 May - 29 Jun), September break (6-14 Sep), and year-end holidays (21 Nov - 31 Dec). Our listings are updated for each holiday period.

Are there affordable school holiday programmes in Singapore?

Yes! Community centres (CCs) offer subsidised holiday camps from $5-50, ActiveSG runs affordable sports programmes, and NLB libraries have free workshops. We list both free and paid options so you can plan within your budget.

School Holiday Activities for Kids in Singapore

Camps, workshops, sports clinics & holiday programmes — 14 activities listed

Planning the school holidays? Browse our curated list of holiday camps, workshops, sports clinics, and enrichment programmes for kids in Singapore. From affordable community centre activities to hands-on STEAM workshops at museums, there is something for every age group and budget.

Last updated: 1 November 2026

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ONE Ocean: Every Action Ripples

Sat, 27 Jun · 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Tue-Sun, closed Mon) · Science Centre Singapore

A world-first immersive ocean science exhibition with 360-degree projections and free-roaming VR, taking families on a journey through marine ecosystems and conservation.

$10-$24All ages

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Into the Ocean: Journey Beneath

Sat, 27 Jun · 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Sun-Thu), 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Fri-Sat) · ArtScience Museum

A collaboration between ArtScience Museum and OceanX taking visitors on a descent from sunlit surface waters down to the darkest reaches of the ocean through immersive displays.

$16-$30All ages

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PA Family PLAYGround Community Events (Island-wide, H2 2026)

Wed, 1 Jul · 09:00 · Community Centres (20 locations island-wide)

The People's Association runs 20 PA Family PLAYGround community events across Singapore in the second half of 2026, featuring screen-free interactive booths and hands-on activities designed to strengthen parent-child bonding. Part of the national 'Screen Smart from the Start' initiative.

Free3–12 (with parents)

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ArtScience Museum – Future World: Where Art Meets Science (Permanent)

Wed, 1 Jul · 10:00 · ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands

The permanent 'Future World' exhibition by teamLab fills the museum with immersive, interactive digital art installations where children can play, draw, and explore. Highlights include the Crystal Universe, Crystal World, and Sketch Aquarium where kids can colour fish that swim on screen.

From $19 adults / $14 childrenAll ages

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Esplanade PLAYtime! – Interactive Theatre for Young Children

Wed, 1 Jul · Various · Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Esplanade's beloved PLAYtime! series presents intimate, interactive theatre experiences designed specifically for children aged 3–6 across multiple seasons throughout the year. Shows are short (30–40 minutes), sensory-friendly, and encourage movement and participation from young audiences.

From $15–$303–6

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Children's Museum Singapore – Into the Hawkerverse Exhibition

Wed, 1 Jul · 09:00 · Children's Museum Singapore

Celebrate Singapore's UNESCO-listed hawker culture through three interactive galleries at the Children's Museum. Children play hawker stall roles, handle food props, and learn about heritage recipes, with a dedicated Play Pot area for toddlers under 4.

From $8 adults / $5 children2–12

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Singapore National Gallery – Keppel Centre for Art Education (Ongoing)

Wed, 1 Jul · 10:00 · National Gallery Singapore – Keppel Centre

The Keppel Centre for Art Education at the National Gallery offers year-round free interactive art activities for children, including drop-in drawing sessions, storytelling through art, and hands-on creative workshops inspired by Southeast Asian artworks on display.

Free with museum admission ($20 adults / $15 children)All ages

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Nanyang CSN - PAssion Children Football 2026

Sat, 8 Aug · 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM · Nanyang Community Club (held at Juying Secondary School)

The PAssion Community Football programme lets children bond with family and community through football, developing physical and social skills under the motto 'Every Child is a Champion.' Ongoing weekly sessions; registration closes 31 August 2026.

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Halloween Family Fun at Kiztopia – Terrors of the Twilight

Sat, 10 Oct · 10:00 · Kiztopia

Kiztopia transforms into a spooky Halloween wonderland with kid-friendly haunted zones, interactive games, and a fun narrative where families must band together to break the Pumpkin Monster's spell. Not too scary — designed specifically for young children and toddlers.

From $25–$402–10

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Indian Heritage Centre Deepavali Carnival Open House

Sun, 1 Nov · 10:00 · Indian Heritage Centre

The Indian Heritage Centre hosts its vibrant annual Deepavali Carnival Open House with free craft workshops, fun carnival games, kolam/rangoli art-making, live dance and music performances, and storytelling sessions explaining the significance of the Festival of Lights.

FreeAll ages

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Year-End Holiday Programmes at Science Centre Singapore

Sat, 21 Nov · 10:00 · Science Centre Singapore

Science Centre Singapore offers special year-end holiday workshops and live science shows during the November–December school break, including 'Elemental Detectives', robotics challenges, and chemistry demonstrations designed to spark STEM curiosity in children aged 4 to 14.

From $15–$504–14

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ArtScience Museum – Festive Family Workshops (December)

Tue, 1 Dec · Various · ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands

The ArtScience Museum runs special December holiday workshops blending art and science, including digital art creation, light and shadow experiments, and team-building creative challenges. Drop-in sessions available throughout the month alongside the permanent Future World exhibition.

From $25–$45 per workshop5–14

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ActiveSG December Holiday Multi-Sport Programme

Tue, 1 Dec · 09:00 · ActiveSG Sports Centres (Island-wide)

ActiveSG's year-end school holiday programmes offer structured sports coaching for children in swimming, football, badminton, gymnastics, basketball, and more at facilities island-wide. Ideal for children looking to pick up or improve a sport during the long December break.

From $20–$60 per programme5–16

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PA Heartland New Year Countdown 2027

Thu, 31 Dec · 20:00 · HDB Heartland Countdown Sites (Island-wide)

The People's Association organises neighbourhood New Year countdown parties across all five regions of Singapore, featuring live performances, light shows, countdown ceremonies, and fireworks at heartland locations — so every family can ring in 2027 close to home.

FreeAll ages

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