Interesting Family Events In Singapore 2025

Singapore may be small but there’s always something in store for everyone. Whether it’s a new exhibition at the art museum, a new library opening or an outdoor movie screening, we have listed upcoming family-friendly events around the island.

Family Events in Singapore

Now, you have no excuse to stay at home all day! Bookmark them and bring your kids out to unwind and spend quality family time.

*******************************

1. River Hongbao 2025 at Gardens by the Bay

Slither into a prosperous Year of the Snake as River Hongbao 2025 brings cherished traditions and exciting festivities to life! This year, we’re honouring Singapore’s 60 years of independence with SG60-themed celebrations, blending rich heritage with modern delights.

Prepare to be mesmerised by dazzling lantern displays, thrilling performances, and interactive exhibits that capture the spirit of Chinese New Year. Don’t miss out on unique activities, from engaging contests to a nostalgic Retro Snake Game, and collect exclusive digital stickers to share festive joy with loved ones.

📅 27 Jan to 5 Feb 2025
⏰ 27 Jan: 6.30pm to 10.30pm | 28 Jan 6.30pm to 12.15am | 29 Jan to 5 Feb: 2.30pm to 10.30pm
📍 Gardens by the Bay
🏷 Free

For more information, visit River Hongbao 2025.

*************************************

2. Pongal Open House at IHC

Image credit: Indian Heritage Centre

Usher in the harvest festival with the Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) this Pongal! Enjoy FREE Museum admission to an exciting weekend filled with cultural experiences, including a lively farmer’s market, hands-on craft activities and captivating LIVE performances. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration that will be happening for one weekend only!

📅 11 & 12 Jan 2025
🕙 10am – 5pm
📍 Indian Heritage Centre

For more information, visit Pongal Open House 2025.

*******************************

3. SCCC and SCO Celebrate CNY the SINGAPO人Way in the Heart of the City

Bring your family and friends to Shenton Way to usher in the Year of the Snake, and discover the #SINGAPO人 way of celebrating CNY! Co-organised by Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and Singapore Chinese Orchestra, this year’s CNY Family FUN will feature local Chinese music performances, a snake-themed 蛇prise rooftop art installation, a life-sized Snakes & Ladders Game, a zodiac predictions exhibition, a spring bazaar, a lion dance, a LED snake dance, free arts and crafts activities, programmes by Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, and more!

📅 17 to 19 Jan 2025
📍 Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) and Singapore Conference Hall (SCH)

For more information, visit SCCC Lunar New Year.

*************************************

4. Light to Night Festival 2025

Light to Night Singapore returns for its 9th edition, illuminating the Civic District with over 70 programmes, light projections and art installations. Inspired by the theme Do You See Me?, where art becomes a mirror for reflection and celebration in a year of national milestones, from Singapore’s 60th anniversary of independence to the Gallery’s 10th anniversary.

📅 17 Jan to 6 Feb 2025
📍 Civic District

For more information visit Light to Night Festival 2025.

*******************************

5. Singapore Art Week (SAW) 2025

As Southeast Asia’s pinnacle visual arts season, members of the public can look forward to more than 130 exciting visual arts experiences across the island. As the region’s longest running art week, SAW celebrates the richness of the local arts scene and fosters creative and artistic collaborations across borders, reinforcing Singapore’s position as a dynamic arts hub in Southeast Asia.

From SAW open call projects, collector shows, presentations by arts and cultural institutions and commercial galleries, as well as roving exhibitions across the island, everyone is invited to experience how Art Takes Over.

📅 17 to 26 Jan 2025

For more information, visit Singapore Art Week (SAW) 2025.

*******************************

6. Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations 2025

The Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebration 2025 returns to liven up the streets of Chinatown with physical festivities including the all-time favourite Festive Fair and Street Light-Up. Held in Chinatown, a culturally and historically significant precinct, the celebration aims to promote a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture and traditions, among locals from all walks of life.

📅 8 Jan to 27 Feb 2025
📍 Chinatown

For more information, visit Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations 2025.

*************************************

7. Aliwal Urban Art Festival (AUAF)

Rev your engines and roll up for the Aliwal Urban Arts Festival (AUAF), returning on 25 January 2025 at the Aliwal Arts Centre (AAC)! Organised by Arts House Limited on the final weekend of Singapore Art Week 2025, this adrenaline-fueled festival brings you an electrifying lineup of street culture vibes – think visual art, graffiti, skateboarding try-outs and more.

📅 25 Jan 2025
📍 Aliwal Arts Centre and Aliwal Carpark
🏷 Free & Ticketed Programmes

For more information, visit Aliwal Urban Art Festival (AUAF).

*************************************

8. Gardeners’ Day Out at HortPark

Bring your own reusable bags and start shopping for your favourite plants and gardening materials at the MarketPlace! There will also be webinars and online demonstrations by experts, virtual garden tours, fun activities and an e-marketplace directory with gardening-related promotions.

📅 15 Feb 2025
⏰ 9am – 3pm
📍 HortPark

For more information visit Gardeners’ Day Out at HortPark.

*************************************

Note: All details are correct as of the time of publishing. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information, no guarantee is given nor responsibility is taken for errors or omissions in the compilation. Readers are advised to check with the respective event organisers for the most updated schedules, venues and details.

It’s the weekend and are you looking for things / activities to do? Check out our weekly roundup of Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore.