October in Singapore is packed with exciting family-friendly events! Whether you’re looking to explore space, enjoy outdoor carnivals, or celebrate Halloween, there’s something for everyone. Here are six must-visit events this month that the whole family can enjoy.
Date: 3 October – 30 November 2024
Location: Sentosa
Celebrate Children’s Day with fantastic treats and rewards, exclusively for Sentosa Islander members. From tasty bites to thrilling experiences, this promotion is sure to delight kids, parents, and even the young-at-heart! Make your family day extra special by redeeming these deals while exploring Sentosa’s fun-filled attractions.
Date: Opens 12 October 2024
Location: Science Centre Singapore, The Annexe
Age: 9+
Ticket Price: Starts from $32 (includes Science Centre entry for Singapore residents)
Blast off into space without leaving the ground! Experience Space Explorers: THE INFINITE, inspired by NASA missions, at Southeast Asia’s first immersive space VR exhibition. Explore the International Space Station, float among astronauts, and gaze at Earth from above. This thrilling space adventure is a must for curious minds and aspiring astronauts alike.
Date: 26 October 2024, 6:15 PM – 9:15 PM
Location: Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan Cultural Academy, 5 Sennett Road
Get ready for a dazzling evening of dance under the iconic big tree! SCDT’s Under the BIG Tree is an outdoor dance carnival featuring vibrant performances by children, youth, and community troupes. Enjoy fun fringe activities like DIY prop-making, dance-themed games, and a picnic under the stars. It’s a great way for families to come together and enjoy local talent in a relaxed setting.
Date: 1 October – 31 October 2024
Location: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome
Take a floral journey to Australia at Gardens by the Bay’s Carnival of Flowers! Inspired by the famous Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, this Australian-themed floral display features vibrant blooms like kangaroo paw and grevillea, plus adorable floral floats with koalas, kangaroos, and a Ferris wheel. It’s a wonderful, colourful escape perfect for both kids and adults who love flowers and nature.
Date: 4 October – 31 October 2024
Location: 313@somerset
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at 313@somerset’s Halloween Extravaganza! From 4 to 31 October, the mall transforms into a haunted playground with scare zones, spooky games, and trick-or-treating fun for the whole family. Dress up and hunt for hidden QR codes, pose with scare talents for Instagram-worthy moments, and say “Trick or Treat” at select shops to unlock mystery prizes.
What to Look Forward to:
- The Forgotten Nursery: (18 – 27 Oct) Explore a haunted nursery and search for hidden QR codes to win rewards like Plus$ points.
- Hunting the Undead: (Every Friday and Saturday, 7 PM – 9 PM) Meet roaming scare actors and snap selfies with them for the chance to score 10,000 Plus$.
- Trick or Treat at the Mall: (4 – 31 Oct) Say “Trick or Treat” at participating shops to receive spooky surprises!
For families with kids who love Halloween, this is the ultimate spot for some haunted holiday fun, right in the heart of the city!
Date: 19 October – 3 November 2024
Location: Bayfront Event Space, 12A Bayfront Ave
Ticket Deals: 1-for-1 tickets for DBS Cardmembers (Monday to Thursday)
Dress up in your spookiest or cutest costume and head to illumi’s Trick-or-Treat Adventure for a Halloween you won’t forget! With nine themed worlds filled with spooky decorations and glowing lights, this event offers face-painting, tarot readings, and tons of family fun. It’s the perfect place for kids and parents to celebrate the spooky season in style.
Whether you’re looking for a space adventure, a dance-filled evening, or a Halloween spook-fest, Singapore has plenty of events to keep your family entertained this October. Don’t miss out on these exciting activities!
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