Looking for things to do in Singapore this weekend? You’re in luck – this weekend is bursting with fun events and activities across the island. Halloween has come and gone, and the year-end holiday vibes are kicking in. Whether you’re wondering what to do this weekend with the family, where to go this weekend for a night out, or which events this weekend are unmissable, we’ve got you covered. From massive festivals and free cultural exhibitions to boozy bazaars and immersive pop-ups, here are the best things to do in Singapore this weekend – no boring days allowed!
Till 1 January 2026
Singapore’s signature year-end extravaganza is back and bigger, better, brighter and more magical than ever! Christmas Wonderland transforms Gardens by the Bay into a glowing fairyland complete with the famous Spalliera light sculptures, a brand new flying Santa, carnival rides, game booths and a festive market brimming with gourmet treats. Wander under dazzling luminarie light arches, marvel at “snowfall” in the tropics, and snap selfies with Santa and his charming elves. Whether you’re there for the whimsical Christmas decorations or the mouth-watering food stalls, this massive holiday fair guarantees sparkling fun for all ages. Don’t forget to ride the Venetian double-storey carousel and soak in the joyous carolling performances!
Admission fee: From $9
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, S(018953)
Opening hours: Session timings consist of 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm & 9.30pm
Till 28 December 2025
Ryder and his pack of heroic pups have arrived to save the day – and your holiday shopping trip! City Square Mall is celebrating the season with a PAW Patrol Christmas extravaganza, featuring a free live stage show starring Chase, Marshall, Skye and more. Kids will be thrilled by the interactive song-and-dance performance packed with festive cheer and familiar PAW Patrol adventures. The mall itself is decked out in holiday décor, and there are meet-and-greet sessions plus exclusive rewards for shoppers to enjoy. It’s the perfect way to break up a day of shopping with some kiddie excitement. Best of all, the show is completely free – just arrive early to snag a good view of the stage. No job is too big, no pup is too small to bring smiles to your little ones this weekend!
Admission fee: Free
Address: 180 Kitchener Road, S(208539)
Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm
6 – 7 December 2025
Calling all future little police officers! The Police Community Roadshow 2025 is rolling into Bedok for an action-packed weekend of hands-on fun with our men and women in blue. Kids (and grown-ups) can step into the shoes of real officers by bouncing through police-themed inflatables – from a patrol car bouncy castle to a mini replica police station. They’ll love dressing up in kid-sized SPF uniforms for adorable photo ops, and getting up close to actual police emergency vehicles and equipment on display. Don’t miss the thrilling demonstrations by the Special Operations Command K-9 unit, featuring elite police dogs showing off their skills. There’s even a special performance by the SPF Band to mark the force’s 100th anniversary!
Admission fee: Free
Address: Heartbeat @ Bedok (Open Field), 11 Bedok North Street 1, S(469662)
Event hours: 10am – 8pm
6 December 2025
Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers – Gimme Gimme Disco is boogying into town for one night only, and it’s time to get your groove on!This ABBA-inspired DJ dance party is a full-on tribute to the golden age of disco, spinning non-stop ABBA anthems and iconic ’70s/’80s hits all night long. Dress to impress in your sparkliest sequins, bell bottoms and platforms – disco attire is highly encouraged for maximum glitter vibes! The event is held at the legendary Zouk nightclub, so expect an electrifying atmosphere with fabulous light effects to go with those funky beats. A live DJ will be mixing not just ABBA’s greatest (from “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia”), but also classics from The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher and more. It’s a feel-good retro party where you can sing your heart out and dance like it’s 1979 – even if you weren’t alive then! Grab your friends, unleash your inner disco diva, and get ready to say “Thank You for the Music” at this one-of-a-kind nightlife event. Just be 18+ and ready to party – Fernando would approve.
Admission fee: From $40
Address: Zouk Singapore, The Cannery, 3C River Valley Road, #01-05, S(179022)
Event hours: 9pm till late
7 – 8 December 2025
Get ready for a weekend of pop culture magic – Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) is back in town! This is Southeast Asia’s biggest celebration of all things comics, gaming, cosplay and collectables. Whether you’re a Marvel maniac, an anime addict, a tabletop gamer or just love people-watching epic cosplay, SGCC promises an action-packed experience for fans of every stripe. Meet renowned comic artists and creators from around the world, attend exciting panels and previews of upcoming releases, and browse aisles of exclusive merchandise and artist artworks. There are also family-friendly zones for the little ones, so feel free to bring the kids (costumes optional but encouraged!). Don your best superhero outfit or anime cosplay, because there will be plenty of photo ops and even cosplay competitions.
Admission fee: From $30 per ticket (kids 8 and under enter free with adult)
Address: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, 10 Bayfront Avenue, S(018956)
Event hours:
Sat: 10am – 8pm
Sun: 10am – 7pm
From 21 November 2025
Have an active little one who loves animals? Curiosity Cove is the newest kids’ wonderland at Mandai Wildlife Reserve – and it’s sure to make your child burst with excitement. This outdoor adventure playground brings young explorers up close with nature through play. Themed around different habitats (Forest, Grasslands, Drylands), it features climbable installations, slides and interactive play zones designed to teach kids about wildlife in a super fun way. They can clamber like little monkeys, crawl through tunnels, and learn interesting facts about animals as they play. Don’t miss the Curiosity Cove Dance at the Grasslands zone – a daily mini-performance where Mandai’s adorable Ranger Buddies mascots, Sally the Hornbill and Tucker the Otter, lead kids in a joyful dance-along! It’s edutainment at its best, getting children to appreciate conservation while having a blast. Located at the new Mandai Wildlife East area (near Bird Paradise), Curiosity Cove makes for a great add-on when visiting the zoos, or as a standalone trip for a few hours of energetic outdoor play. Pro-tip: Pack swim gear for the little water play section, and your kiddos will sleep well after this wild day out!
Admission fee: From $43.20 per child (includes 1 accompanying adult)
Address: Mandai Wildlife East (near Bird Paradise), 20 Mandai Lake Road, S(729826)
Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 6.30pm
23 November – 4 January 2026
All aboard! After a smash-hit debut last year, the Christmas Train Show is back at Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome, bringing festive cheer to train lovers young and old. Nearly 20 model trains will be chugging along a sprawling 145-metre track inside the dome, which has been transformed into an American-inspired winter wonderland complete with mini replicas of the Statue of Liberty, New York’s Grand Central Terminal, and San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. In honour of Singapore’s 60th birthday, this year’s display also adds a local twist – look out for a specially commissioned SMRT train circling past tiny versions of the Toa Payoh Dragon Playground and familiar heritage shophouses. Plus, there’s a charming Danish village scene featuring a 5-metre LEGO Christmas tree and a miniature Nyhavn harbor, all surrounded by over 7,000 vibrant poinsettias and seasonal plants. It’s like a holiday scavenger hunt: one moment you’re spotting Santa on a locomotive, the next you’re finding a tiny Merlion hidden among snowy pines. The Flower Dome’s signature festive floral displays make the perfect backdrop as the trains whistle by. If you need a break, grab a hot cocoa at the cafe and soak in the sight of mini-trains weaving through a mini-world.
Admission fee: $12 (adult), $8 (child/senior) – Singaporean residents
Address: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, S(018953)
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 9pm
Now till 4th January 2026
Get a taste of Oz before the Wicked: For Good movie premiere with Sentosa’s enchanting transformation! Wander through six dazzling themed installations between Resorts World and Imbiah Stations. Walk around and get shots with Glinda’s shimmering bubble, the glowing 9m-tall Elphaba’s hat, and the Emerald City light show. Snap magical photos, enjoy themed treats at Universal Studios Singapore, and bask in this spellbinding free experience!
Admission fee: Free
Address: Around Resorts World Sentosa
Event hours: Daily, 8am – 1am
Now till 4th January 2026
Set sail on a magical holiday at Changi Airport and Jewel, where Disney Cruise Line brings festive cheer. Step aboard a 6.5m ship installation, explore the ocean-themed Discovery Reef with Ariel and Nemo, and marvel at a 16m Christmas tree crowned by Captain Mickey. Expect snowfall, dazzling light shows, carnival games, craft workshops, and photo ops with beloved Disney characters – the perfect festive voyage for kids and the young at heart.
Admission fee: Free
Address: Around Changi Airport and Jewel Changi
Selected dates in November and December 2025
Ever wondered what it’s like to drift off to sleep with majestic manta rays and graceful hammerhead sharks gliding above you? Now you can — at the Singapore Oceanarium’s new “Ocean Dreams” glamping experience! Spend a magical night in full view of their iconic Open Ocean habitat, where you’ll be surrounded by one of the world’s largest single viewing panels. It’s a one-of-a-kind immersive staycation that blends marine wonder with cosy luxury.
Admission fee: $1,800 a tent
Address: Singapore Oceanarium, 24 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, S(098137)
Event hours: 5pm check-in, 11am check-out
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From 8 November 2025
The festive season officially begins as Orchard Road transforms into a dazzling wonderland for Christmas On A Great Street. From November 8, the iconic shopping belt will be lit up with spectacular light displays, themed installations, and joyful decorations that capture the spirit of Christmas. Expect live performances, festive markets, and Instagram-worthy moments at every turn. Whether you’re shopping for gifts or soaking in the holiday magic, Orchard Road promises to be the heart of the city’s year-end celebrations.
Admission fee: Free
Address: Orchard Road (from Paterson Junction/ION Orchard to Bideford Junction/Ngee Ann City)
Event hours: Daily, 6pm till late
22 November 2025 – 30 April 2026
All aboard the Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure Presented by Singapore Cable Car! The Singapore Cable Car has been decked out in five different Pokémon themes for the holiday season, turning your ride between Mount Faber and Sentosa into a sky-high Poké-journey. By day, hop into cabins adorned with fan favourites like Pikachu, Eevee and Charmander – each ticket even comes with a complimentary Pikachu sun visor, so you can look the part while gazing at the views. After dark (from 7:45pm onwards), the adventure gets even cooler: you’ll receive a special UV flashlight when boarding, which reveals hidden glow-in-the-dark Pokémon patterns on the cabin walls and ceiling! It’s like a mini scavenger hunt in the sky. Back on solid ground, make sure to snap photos with the Pokémon decor at Mount Faber Station – life-size standees and a Pokéball backdrop await. And of course, there’s exclusive merch to collect: glow-in-the-dark Pokémon T-shirts, trading cards, and DIY keychain kits at the gift shop (great for Christmas gifts for the Poké-obsessed).
Admission fee: $33 (Adult), $22 (Child)
Address: Mount Faber Peak, 109 Mount Faber Road, S(099203)
Event hours: 8.45am – 9.30pm
Till 21 December 2025
This holiday season, Wild Rice is bringing a beloved fairy tale to the stage with a cheeky Singaporean twist. The Emperor’s New Clothes is a grand musical pantomime that reimagines the classic tale of a vain Emperor obsessed with fashion – in celebration of Wild Rice’s 25th anniversary. In this uproarious retelling, the pompous Emperor (celebrating the 60th year of his reign) demands the most extravagant National Dress Parade ever, so two clever “tailors” conspire to teach him a lesson in humility. They present him with an eye-popping “invisible” outfit, claiming only the smartest people can see it – and chaos ensues as no one dares tell His Majesty the truth! Expect lavish sets, catchy songs, hilarious local references and plenty of audience participation, as is tradition with Wild Rice’s year-end pantos. It’s laugh-out-loud fun for the whole family, with a heartwarming moral to boot.
Admission fee: From $45
Address: Wild Rice Theatre @ Funan, 107 North Bridge Road, S(179105)
Showtimes:
Tue – Fri: 7.30pm
Sat – Sun: 2.30pm, 7.30pm
Till 14 December 2025
Big museums are great, but how about a mini-museum built by everyday Singaporeans? The Museum of U & Me is a quirky pop-up exhibition assembled from 3 repurposed shipping containers on the lawn of the National Museum of Singapore. Entry is completely free, and inside you’ll find a charming collection of artifacts donated by people from all walks of life. Each object tells a story of Singapore’s past or present, weaving a collective tapestry of our local culture. Peek at nostalgia-inducing items like a 1970s family television set, vintage tiffin carriers in rainbow hues, and even the classic “Singapore Girl” perfume that was all the rage in the 1980s. One highlight is a 3D-printed reproduction of the Singapore Stone (a fragment of an ancient slab with mysterious inscriptions) – now you can get up close without braving a cave!. Interactive elements add to the fun: try the digital photo-matching game, where you identify exhibition objects hidden within old photos to win a collectible card as a souvenir.
Admission fee: Free
Address: National Museum of Singapore (Front Lawn), 93 Stamford Road, S(178897)
Event hours: Daily, 10am – 7pm
18 November – 14 December 2025
Been to weddings and birthday bashes, but a divorce celebration? Now that’s a first. Dream Academy’s The Divorce Party is a whimsical dinner-theatre comedy where the food is hot and the tea on exes is even hotter. Join the outrageous Choo family as heiress Phoebe Choo (played by Sharon Sum) reclaims her singlehood after a disastrous marriage, with her flamboyant mum Penny (Broadway Beng’s Sebastian Tan) throwing a no-holds-barred “divorce party” to remember. The show dishes out a full three-course dinner and dessert buffet alongside scandalous family drama and cheeky musical numbers. Expect beach-chic dress codes, over-the-top characters, and plenty of laughs at the expense of poor Phoebe’s ex-husband. It’s the what-to-do event this weekend if you fancy some spicy humour with your supper – and the first in a planned trilogy following the crazy Choo clan. Save room for drama (and dessert)!
Admission fee: From ~$128 per pax
Address: Capitol Theatre, 17 Stamford Road, #01-01, S(178907)
Event hours: Show starts 7.30pm
From 31 October 2025 (ongoing through November)
Fall down the rabbit hole at Alice: Into The New World, a brand-new immersive art exhibition making its international debut in Singapore. Fresh from wowing crowds in Korea, this experience transports you to Wonderland via towering digital installations and a surround-sound soundtrack by a top K-pop producer. Stroll through larger-than-life scenes like the Mad Hatter’s tea party and the Queen of Hearts’ rose garden, all brought to life with dazzling motion graphics and 3D visual effects. It’s an Instagram paradise – expect plenty of whimsical, room-filling projections that make you feel like you’ve stepped into Alice’s storybook. Perfect for fans of interactive art and classic tales alike, this exhibition invites you to be a part of the fantasy. Don’t be late for this very important date with Alice and her friends!
Admission fee: From $28
Address: Parkview Museum, 600 North Bridge Road, 3F Parkview Square, S(188778)
Event hours: Daily, 10am – 7pm
From 14 November 2025
Art lovers are in for a treat this November with the arrival of Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, at the National Gallery Singapore. The exhibition features a stunning collection of masterpieces from some of the world’s most celebrated Impressionist artists, tracing the movement’s evolution into modern art. With works that capture light, colour, and the fleeting beauty of everyday life, this showcase offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience the magic of Monet, Degas, Renoir, and beyond – right here in Singapore.
Admission fee: $15 for Singaporeans/PRs
Address: National Gallery Singapore, 1 Saint Andrew’s Road, S(178957)
Event hours: Daily, 10am – 7pm
Enjoy a short weekend getaway to Singapore’s nearby islands this November holiday, where a quick ferry ride brings your family into a world of sea breeze and slow-paced adventure – cycle through Pulau Ubin’s rustic trails, relax on the quiet beaches of Lazarus Island, explore the scenic spots on St John’s Island, or enjoy the calm, family-friendly charm of Kusu Island – all easy, refreshing escapes that offer a taste of nature and togetherness without leaving the country.
Home cafes are all the rage these days, and why not spend the weekend cafe-hopping around your neighbourhood? While the charm of a quiet nook with artisanal coffee and a cosy aesthetic can be irresistible, discovering these hidden gems nearby can turn a simple weekend into a mini adventure. We personally have been to some of the best home cafes, each with its own unique vibe — some even have pets lounging around, adding to the warm, lived-in charm. So grab your favourite book or a friend, and let your weekend plans brew close to home.
Make the most of the long weekend by crossing the border for a fun day (or overnight) trip to Johor Bahru! Spend your day exploring the vibrant shopping malls, indulging in mouthwatering local cuisine, or discovering exciting attractions across the Causeway. If you’re feeling adventurous, extend your stay and enjoy a relaxing night in one of JB’s cosy hotels. With so many activities across the Causeway, you’re in for a refreshing break that’s just a short bus ride away!
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If heading to JB feels like too much of a hassle, why not stay local and book a court to play pickleball? This sport, which has been trending for the past few months, is suitable for all ages and gives you the perfect chance to be active while bonding with friends. You can easily squeeze in a fun, sporty two-hour session, and don’t worry about the rainy season — there are plenty of indoor courts available for you to book and enjoy a great game, rain or shine!
Related: Pickleball In Singapore: Where To Play And How To Win
From night festivals to exciting shows, there’s no shortage of fun things happening in Singapore this weekend. So go forth and make the most of it – try something new, soak in the local culture, and most importantly, have a blast! For late-night explorers, check out our guide to things to do at night in Singapore.
Prefer a cosy evening in? Dive into our binge-worthy list of the best Chinese dramas to watch at home. And for those with little ones, don’t miss our roundup of kids’ activities in Singapore to keep the young ones entertained. Happy weekend, and have fun out there!
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