Free family activities not to miss this March Holiday

The March school holidays are swiftly approaching, and many anxious young parents are probably wringing their hands, wondering “What are we going to do with the kids?” Maybe you’re one of them. Kudos to you for taking time off from your busy careers to spend time with your kids.

To help you plan your week, here are some free family activities you can consider bringing your family to during the week-long break. Enjoy!

1. National Orchid Garden Free Entry

Enjoy free admission* to National Orchid Garden for students, Singaporeans, Permanent Residents, Work Permit Holders.

📅 16 to 22 Mar 2026
⏱ 8.30am to 7pm (Last entry at 6pm)
📍 National Orchid Garden

For more information visit Free Admission To National Orchid Garden.

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2. Disney-themed Fireworks and Drone Shows at Marina Bay

Set against the Marina Bay waterfront with iconic landmarks lit in blue, Asia’s first Disney Cruise Line inspired sky show will set the skies above the Marina Bay precinct aglo. Catch the 10-minute showcase which invites you on a vibrant journey of visual and musical wonder, as fireworks illuminate Singapore’s iconic skyline with brilliantly choreographed displays.

📅 13, 14 and 15 Mar 2026
🕙 8.30pm
📍 Marina Bay Waterfront
🏷 Free

For more information, visit Disney-themed Fireworks at Marina Bay.

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3. Julia Gabriel Preschool @ Thomson Enrolment

Give your child the best start at Julia Gabriel Preschool, where warmth meets the immersive EduDrama® methodology. Our holistic curriculum nurtures language, confidence, creativity, and emotional resilience through drama, storytelling, and mindfulness practices.

Located at Thomson, we provide a stimulating environment guided by passionate educators who spark curiosity and empower children with skills for life.

Enjoy exclusive savings of up to $1,588 upon enrolment.*

Book your personalised tour today here!

For more information, visit Julia Gabriel Preschool Open House.

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4. Forest of Wonders at Marina Square’s Annual Balloon Festival

The much-anticipated annual Balloon Festival is back at Marina Square this March school holidays! Marina Square invites visitors to embark on a whimsical escape into an enchanted balloon fantasy, where balloons bloom into fruits, fairies flutter through the air, and imagination takes center stage.

Visitors will step into the “Forest of Wonders”, an immersive balloon experience that brings fantasy to life through larger-than-life balloon artistry. More than just a visual spectacle, the magical balloon installation sparks joy, wonder, and childlike imagination.

📅 14 to 22 Mar 2026
🕙 11am – 9.30pm

For more information, visit Marina Square Balloon Festival.

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5. Curiosium x TNAP tickets giveaway

Curiosium is Singapore’s newest play-and-learn destination where curiosity truly comes alive. Designed as a capsule of discovery, this immersive space features 10 interactive stations where both kids and adults can explore, create, and experiment together. We are giving away 20 tickets to visit Curiosium!

For more information, visit Curiosium tickets giveaway.

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6. R.A.C. at the Bandstand

RAC brings together a group of musicians with a shared love of great British music. For this special performance at the Singapore Botanic Gardens, the band takes on the challenge of celebrating songs exclusively by artists from across the United Kingdom.

Pack your picnic mats and join RAC for an evening that celebrates the unmistakable sound of British music in the historic setting of the Singapore Botanic Gardens!

📅 21 Mar 2026
🕙 5pm – 7pm
📍 Bandstand, Singapore Botanic Gardens
🏷 Free

For more information, visit Free Concert at Bandstand SBG.

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7. Thrive After-school Experience Day at Thomson Registration Now Open (Registration Open)

Join us for a warm, hands-on open house created for parents of Primary 1 to 6 children. Discover how Thrive supports children through a holistic after-school approach, nurturing their academic progress, character development, and overall well-being.

📅 11 Apr 2026
⏱ 10am – 12pm | 2pm – 4pm
📍 Thrive After-school Thomson, 510 Thomson Road, #04-02 SLF Building, Singapore 298135
🏷 Complementary. Registration required here.

For more information, visit Thrive After-school Experience Day at Thomson.

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8. A Beary Big Adventure: Bellygom’s First-Ever Singapore Party is at Changi Airport!

South Korea’s favourite pink bear, Bellygom, is touching down in Singapore for the very first time, and it’s bringing a massive, local-flavoured party to Changi Airport. Get your cameras ready for the showstopper: a seven-metre-tall inflatable Bellygom perched right in the Departure Hall, ready for the perfect family selfie.

📅 13 Mar to 3 May 2026

For more information, visit Changi Airport Bellygom.

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9. One Punggol Free Movie Screening – Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window

Looking for a family-friendly activity to feature during the March school holidays? The Japan Creative Centre (JCC), Embassy of Japan in Singapore, will be presenting a special free screening of the animated film Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window as part of the March Fun Fiesta at ONE Punggol.

📅 21 Mar 2026 (Movie screening)

The screening will take place alongside the March Fun Fiesta at ONE Punggol (16-22 March), which features family-friendly attractions including inflatable games, bouncy castles and community activities during the school holidays.

📅 16 – 22 Mar 2026 (March Fun Fiesta)

For more information, visit March Fun Fiesta at ONE Punggol.

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10. Temasek Shophouse Opens Outdoor Community Space

Opening to the public on 14 March 2026, this transformed social impact hub is more than just a pretty space – it’s a living classroom. As part of a major, multi-year makeover, TSH has integrated a host of family-friendly features that align perfectly with Singapore’s vision of becoming a “City in Nature.”

📅 From 14 Mar 2026

For more information, visit Temasek Shophouse New Outdoor Community Space.

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11. Armenian Street Party 2026 – A Peranakan Gathering

Step into a joyful and lively Peranakan gathering as Armenian Street Party presents a vibrant celebration of Peranakan community, culture and shared heritage. Dance, taste and wander through immersive floral street installations and thematic photo spots inspired by Peranakan motifs, and savour specially curated delights: from kueh picnics to beloved local favourites and inventive dessert pop-ups.

Visitors can also take part in hands-on craft activities, and live performances that unite generations through the joy of togetherness.

📅 13 to 15 Mar 2026
⏱ 5pm – 10pm
📍 Peranakan Museum
🏷 Free admission to most activities

For more information, visit Armenian Street Party 2026.

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12. NParks March School Holiday Programmes 2026

NParks is inviting children to dive into a world of adventure and discovery at the Singapore Botanic Gardens with a fantastic lineup of nature-filled activities.

Young chefs can try baking pineapple tarts, while budding naturalists can hunt for plant specimens, discover the amazing diversity of local birds, or learn about the “superpowers” of gingers. There are even free storytelling sessions for younger kids. Best of all, many of these programmes are free or offer unique hands-on learning experiences.

📅 14 to 19 Mar 2026
📍 Singapore Botanic Gardens

For more information, visit NParks March School Holiday Programmes.

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13. March Holidays Family Fun at National Museum of Singapore

Image credit: National Museum of Singapore

This March holiday, gain fresh perspectives on the diverse communities that helped to lay the foundations for Singapore’s development and those who continue to contribute to the country, as featured in the National Museum’s SG60 special exhibition, Once Upon a Tide: Singapore’s Journey from Settlement to Global City.

Try out childhood games and snacks from countries where some of Singapore’s migrant workers hail from, enjoy a community showcase of their diverse talents and interests outside of work, and spend some quality time bonding as a family through our line-up of activities!

📅 15 to 20 Mar 2026

For more information, visit National Museum of Singapore March Holidays.

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14. Read, Learn and Discover with NLB this March School Holiday

Photo: NLB

From storytelling sessions in English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil to hands-on activities exploring art, digital literacy, science, sustainability and wellness, the programmes are designed to spark curiosity and encourage young readers to explore new ideas and stories. These sessions offer families an opportunity to spend meaningful time together while discovering the many ways libraries support learning and creativity beyond books.

📅 14 to 22 Mar 2026

For more information, visit NLB March School Holiday.

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15. City Square Mall’s S$50million makeover – Free playgrounds, family support hub & new eateries

If you haven’t visited City Square Mall in a while, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. The family-friendly favourite has just unveiled a massive S$50 million makeover, and honestly, it looks like they’ve designed it with busy parents and happy kids in mind. Once known as Singapore’s first eco-mall, City Square Mall has officially reopened after a three-phase upgrade, and it’s now positioning itself as a true “community hub.”

📅 From 10 Mar 2026

For more information, visit Revamped City Square Mall.

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16. Future Forest Festival: Seeds of Tomorrow

Future Forest Festival

Future Forest Festival: Seeds of Tomorrow is a free-entry sustainability event at Vidacity. Organised by City Sprouts, the festival brings together eco brands, innovators and community partners to make sustainability engaging and accessible for families.

Visitors can explore hands-on experiences such as plastic fusing workshops, Black Soldier Fly feeding demos and mushroom cultivation showcases, alongside an eco marketplace and live busking performances. Designed for curious young learners and families, the festival offers a fun and meaningful weekend outing while encouraging small everyday actions towards a greener future.

📅 14 to 15 March 2026
📍 Vidacity
🏷 Free

For more information, visit here.

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17. SSO Music in The Meadow

Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Singapore and the Americas where Venezuelan conductor Rodolfo Barráez hails from, in this free, open-air concert at Gardens by the Bay. Free pre-show activities, featuring SSO’s ever-popular Instrument Petting Zoo, will take place from 4pm to 4.45pm and 5pm to 5.45pm.

📅 14 Mar 206
⏱ 6.30pm – 7.30pm
📍 The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
🏷 Free

For more information, visit SSO Music in The Meadow.

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18. Arts@SBG: NAC-ExxonMobil Concert in the Gardens presents Kulcha

A celebration of unity through music, Kulcha is a dynamic local world music band that blends global grooves with deep cultural roots. Come share in a joyful performance as Kulcha seamlessly weaves together fresh takes on familiar favourites – think Michael Jackson with a world beat twist – alongside their own stirring original compositions. Kulcha invites audiences of all ages to move, connect, and celebrate the universal language of music.

📅 14 Mar 2026
⏱ 6pm – 7pm
📍 Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage
🏷 Free

For more information, visit Free concert in Singapore Botanic Gardens.

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19. Experience the Hari Raya Light-Up 2026 at Geylang Serai!

As Muslims in Singapore conclude their month of fasting during Ramadan, they usher in the joyous occasion of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Hari Raya Puasa. This festival marks the end of Ramadan, a time of solemn reflection, worship, compassion, and daily fasting from dawn to dusk for approximately 30 days.

📅 14 Jan to 21 Mar 2026
📍 Geylang Serai

For more information, visit Geylang Serai Hari Raya Light-Up.

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20. Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2026: Honouring the Roots, Sampling the Future

Over the course of 33 days, GKG 2026 will metamorphose Kampong Gelam into a captivating blend of extraordinary experiences, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the vibrant ambiance of the Ramadan Bazaar. From an extensive array of culinary delights to a diverse schedule of daily programming.

📅 11 Feb to 15 Mar 2026
📍 Kampong Gelam

For more information, visit Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2026.

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21. Free Outdoor Zootopia Screening at CQ @ Clarke Quay by Starhub

StarHub is inviting families to embark on a March Holiday Adventure, featuring free outdoor screenings of Disney’s much‑loved animated film Zootopia at CQ @ Clarke Quay, Fountain Square.

Taking place across two evenings, the event offers a relaxed, family‑ and pet-friendly outdoor movie night where children, parents and pawrents alike can unwind together in the heart of the city.

📅 14 and 15 Mar 2026
🕙 4pm – 10pm (Screening starts at 5pm)
📍 Fountain Square, CQ @ Clarke Quay

For more information, visit Free Outdoor Movie Screening at CQ @ Clarke Quay.

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22. Sail Marina Bay with DBS!

Experience breathtaking Marina Bay views aboard our sailboats through DBS’ Sailing At The Bay programme. As part of our commitment to revitalize the bay, we offer free public sailing activities – making this exciting water sport accessible to all. Come discover Singapore’s iconic waterfront from a fresh perspective! Bookings are opened one month before.

For more details, visit here.

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Note: All details are correct as at 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 vendors or event organisers for the most updated schedules, venues and details.

MARCH SCHOOL HOLIDAY 2026

The one-week March school break is here! Looking for ways to keep the little ones engaged? Check out our curated list of fun and exciting activities for the March School Holidays 2026.