What's New In Singapore August 2026

August is Singapore’s most exciting month, bursting with patriotic celebrations and vibrant cultural experiences! The highlight is undoubtedly the spectacular National Day Parade (9 August), marking the nation’s birthday with dazzling performances and fireworks. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Istana Open House.

From heritage to high-energy festivities, August offers unforgettable experiences for every family. Dive into our guide to make the most of this action-packed month!

1. Thrive After-school Open House

Thrive After-school offers Primary 1 to 6 children a purposeful blend of academic support, enrichment, and holistic development using the unique EduDrama® methodology. This approach motivates children by engaging them in enjoyable activities within a nurturing environment, focusing on their individual strengths. Children receive homework support and learn task management while participating in curated programmes covering communication, literacy, maths, and sports.

The program aims to build confident, creative, and compassionate learners. The Open House allows parents and children to experience activities like mindfulness and crafts, with savings of up to $2,000 for on-the-day enrolment.

📅 1 Aug to 20 Sep 2026

For more information, visit Thrive After-school Open House.

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2. PlayFACTO School 2027 P1 Registration Islandwide Open House

Join our 2027 P1 Registration Islandwide Open House and discover why over 10,000 parents trust PlayFACTO School for premium student care and enrichment across Singapore!

🏫 75+ Centres Across Singapore
🎓 First & Only Positive Education™ School
🏆 Award-Winning Student Care & Enrichment Brand
📚 Immersive Bilingual Learning Environment
🧠 Holistic Learning Beyond Homework
🚀 Future-Ready Learning: STEM, Coding & DSA Pathways

Come & Join Us for our ISLANDWIDE OPEN HOUSE!
🏠 Tour Our Beautiful Learning Spaces
🤖 Coding & Robotics Parent-Child Workshop
🔍 Creative Math Workshop

📅 Open House Dates:
1 August | 15 August | 29 August

🎁 Register now here!

Bilingual Student Care: For P1 – P6 students
Enrichment: For children aged 3 – 12

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3. Changemakers Explorer Open House

From the creators of The Little Skool-House, Changemakers Explorer invites you to experience a preschool environment designed to turn intentional learning into lifelong independence. Come see how our unique Symphonic Learning™ approach connects everyday questions to hands-on creation and real-world understanding.

📅 1 Aug 2026
🕙 9am – 12pm
📍 Downtown East & Leisure Park Kallang

Exclusive Open House Perks:

Enrol during the Open House to enjoy total perks worth up to $3,700*. Plus, receive a FREE $20 Grab voucher just for attending your tour, and stand a chance to win a Disney Cruise worth $1,400!

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4. Julia Gabriel Preschool Open Week

Julia Gabriel Preschool is holding an Open Week, at its Keppel Bay, Serangoon, and Thomson campuses, with promotions including waived registration fees and savings up to $1,588.

Founded in 1994 as Chiltern House, the preschool integrates the renowned EduDrama® methodology to foster holistic development. This approach nurtures language, confidence, creativity, and critical thinking through drama, storytelling, and speech exercises.

The curriculum provides a warm, secure environment that respects individual learning styles, aiming to build a strong educational foundation for preschoolers’ well-being and future academic success.

📅 17 to 28 Aug 2026 (Mon – Fri)
📍 Keppel Bay, Serangoon, and Thomson

For more information, visit Julia Gabriel Preschool Open Week.

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5. National Day Parade and Fireworks

NDP 2026 will be held at the National Stadium, featuring highlights such as the indoor drone shows, State Flag flypast, Presidential Gun Salute and fireworks.

📅 1 Aug (Preview 2) & 9 Aug 2026 (Actual Day)
⏱ 5.30pm – 8.30pm
📍 National Stadium

For more information, visit National Day Parade Rehearsals and Fireworks.

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6. Symphony in the Gardens 2026

Enjoy a refreshing evening of classical music live in the open air and greenery of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra conducted by our new Associate Conductor Nathanaël Iselin. Bring your friends, family and pets to hear delightful selections from Bizet’s Carmen, Debussy’s Petite Suite and more – we’ll make sure the bugs behave with Singaporean composer Kam Kee Yong’s Fantasia of Insects!

📅 1 Aug 2026
🕙 6pm – 7pm
📍 Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage

For more information, visit Free concert in Botanic Gardens.

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7. Lilytopia

Journey to ancient Egypt, where lilies, water lilies, and lilies of the Nile bloom alongside a majestic recreation of the Dendera Temple, hieroglyphic art, and fascinating sculptures in this spectacular display offering a glimpse into Pharaoh’s glorious treasures.

📅 21 Aug to 27 Sep 2026
🕙 9am – 9pm
📍 Flower Dome
🏷 Admission charge to Flower Dome applies.

You can also get tickets via Klook, Fever, Pelago and KKday.

For more information, visit Lilytopia.

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8. Resorts World Sentosa Launches Inaugural RWS Cares Festival

Resorts World Sentosa launches the inaugural RWS Cares Festival, a two-day community festival championing social inclusion and environmental sustainability. Headlined by the ‘Steps of Hope’ Walkathon and complemented by the Green Living Fair, the festival aims to engage around 4,000 participants and raise S$2 million in monetary and in-kind contributions, including a S$700,000 fundraising target for the President’s Challenge.

Proceeds will support three beneficiary organisations – the Autism Resource Centre, TomoWork, and MILK Fund – empowering persons with disabilities, youths-at-risk, and individuals in their education and employment journeys.

📅 22 & 23 Aug 2026
📍 Resorts World Sentosa

For more information, visit RWS Cares Festival.

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9. A new National Day night out awaits at Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis!

Artist impression of Arup’s Plant chilli then no rain!, as part of Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis 2026. Image courtesy of Arup.

HeritageSG is organising LTB 2026, which will turn historical buildings and hidden spaces across BBB into experiential zones, sparking imagination and uniting communities to celebrate the nation’s birthday.

This year, local folklore comes alive across 5 BBB locations – Artsplace @ Waterloo Centre, Reflection Pool @ Bras Basah MRT Station, Stamford Place, Stamford Walkway and the National Museum of Singapore (1 – 12 Aug) – inviting festival-goers to explore our local stories in a new light.

📅 1 Aug to 5 Sep 2026
🕙 Fri & Sat, 7.30pm – 12mn | Sun – Thu: 7.30pm – 11pm
📍 Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct

For more information, visit Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis.

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10. Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025 – SG60 ‘Ties That Bloom’

NDP 2025 Bay Celebrations @ Gardens by the Bay. Image credit: Gardens by the Bay

The 2026 National Day Concert, “Seeds of Tomorrow,” takes place at The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, with pre-show activities from 4.30pm and the concert at 7.45pm. Themed around a growing seed symbolizing Singapore’s journey, it features performances by Olivia Ong, Hady Mirza, Benjamin Kheng, Rahimah Rahim, 53A and others, plus a synchronized light display and fireworks.

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will lead the National Pledge and Anthem. Pre-concert festivities include carnival games, crafts, food, and previews of new Mediacorp kids’ shows.

📅 2 Aug 2026
🕙 From 4.30pm for fringe activities
🕙 7.45pm – 9pm for the concert
📍 The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
🏷 Admission is free

For more information, visit Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025.

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11. Raffles Hotel Singapore Presents Magic Hour by SSO

Raffles Hotel Singapore invites you to experience “Magic Hour”, an exclusive, world-class musical performance by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, held quarterly. Set against the backdrop of the iconic colonial architecture and lush greenery, enjoy inspiring and uplifting melodies as the sun sets. Savour light bites and drinks in this enchanting atmosphere.

📅 29 Aug 2026
🕙 6pm to 7pm
📍 The Lawn, Raffles Arcade
🏷 Free admission

For more information, visit Raffles Hotel Magic Hour.

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12. Walk with Caritas Family 2026

Looking for a meaningful activity to do with your children this August? On 29 Aug, thousands of families will gather at Palawan Green, Sentosa for Walk with Caritas Family 2026 – a family-friendly charity walk that combines outdoor fun, community spirit and an opportunity to make a difference together.

Unlike a typical walkathon, families can choose to support any one of 14 participating charities that serve children and youth, seniors, persons with disabilities, individuals facing mental health challenges, families in need and other vulnerable communities across Singapore. Every registration fee goes directly to the charity selected.

📅 29 Aug 2026
🕙 8am – 11am
📍 Palawan beach, Sentosa

For more information, visit Walk with Caritas Family 2026.

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Please note that the information provided is accurate at the time of publication. While every attempt has been made to ensure its completeness and accuracy, we cannot guarantee freedom from errors or omissions in this post. We encourage readers to verify with the relevant owners for the latest promotions and details.

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