11 fun-filled family activities for the 2016 June Holidays

11 fun-filled activities to do during the 2016 June Holidays

The June school holidays are fast approaching. And as you know, Singapore has something for everyone. So it is only natural that there is a slew of activities, from KidZania, ACT 3i festival and many more, available for both kids and parents in the coming month!

Here are our top 9 picks of fun-filled activities for the June Holidays...

1. Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds Singapore provides a fun-filled bonding experience for the family.

Visit this June and enjoy a specially curated experience to discover fun facts about celebrity dads in the attraction. This is also great option if you're looking for a way to celebrate Father's day!

Available from: 1 June to 30 June 2016

2. G'Day Australia

Changi Airport brings the Land Down Under up close and personal to families this June holiday! You can expect interactive virtual realities, adventure trails and much much more. Experience the wonders of Australia firsthand and you'll even stand a chance to win a trip to the dream holiday destination itself.

Available from: 27 May to 26 June 2016

Venue: Singapore Changi Airport, Terminal 3

Opening hours: 2pm -11pm

Admission: Free

3. Art Installation

If your kid is artistically inclined...

In case you haven’t heard of KidZania, it is an indoor family edutainment centre which offers an interactive learning and entertainment experience for kids in a kid-sized city, through over 80 role-play activities.

The Art Installation promises a spectacular showcase by Eco-Artist Didier Ng and Eco Designer Zhao Jian Wen at the Main Square.

Made from recycled materials from their Industry Partners, kids get to learn about the impact of human actions on specific habitats. And that's only part of the fun! Kids are able to contribute hand-made turtle hatchlings - an interactive experience for sure.

Available from: 11 to 26 June 2016

Address: 31 Beach View, 098008

Opening hours: 10am -5pm

Ticket prices: $23- $58

4. Awake LOVE Orchestra

If your kid loves music...

Part of the ACT 3i festival, this Swedish band of musicians will be playing at the Drama Centre this June. Their music will effectively take your kid(s) on a musical ride across Scandinavia, the Mediterranean, Europe and the US. Awake LOVE Orchestra

Available from: 31 May to 5 June 2016

Address: National Library 3/L 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064

Ticket prices: $18-$38

5. Marmalade

Marmalade is a tactile performance that blends dance with circus-like action. It allows your kids to feel, taste and imagine what the perfect marmalade must be like.

Available from: 31 May to 5 June 2016

Address: National Library 3/L 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064

Ticket prices: $28-$38

6. City Parade - Eco Style

If your kid has lots of energy...

At KidZania, your child will be taught how to make musical instruments out of recycled plastic bottles. And how to use them to create a specially choreographed "environment cheer." Being creative for a good cause!

Available from: 11 to 26 June 2016, Mondays to Fridays only

Address: 31 Beach View, 098008

Opening hours: 5:45pm

Ticket prices: $23- $58

7.Staycation at D'Kranji Farm Resort

If your kid wants a break....

D'Kranji Farm Resort allows the entire family to take a break. It includes a Family Suite, which is suitable for both your spouse and kids . If you're looking for a relaxing evening, the unit comes with a BBQ-friendly backyard. But fret not, for those of you who are looking for some fun indoors, the unit also comes with a private karaoke set.

What we love: the resort's 1-hectare farm and Swiftlet Garden Museum, which you can visit even if you do not spend the night.

Address: 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2, Singapore 718813

phone number: 6862 9717

8. Stretch Fly, and Dance - Parent and Child Workshop

If your kid is into role-playing...

Spend a full hour with your little one in this music and movement-based parent and child workshop. This workshop will have you and him imagine and play together as you invade the world of animals who love to move and clean windows at the same time!

Available from: 4 June to 25 June 2016, on selected dates

Address: ACT 3 Drama Academy, 126 Cairnhill Road, ONE-TWO-SIX Cairnhill Arts Centre, Singapore 229707

Opening hours: 10:30am - 11:30am

Ticket prices: $50

Click here to book tickets

9. Sentosa FunFest 2016

If your kid is looking to go on an adventure...

Singapore’s biggest beach festival kicks off at Sentosa’s Palawan Green at the end of this month. Expect the unexpected! That's right - mega-inflatables, obstacle courses and more!

Available from: 28 May to 5 June 2016

Address: Palawan Green, Sentosa

Opening hours: 10am - 7pm

Ticket prices: $28- $82

10. Shaking It with Shakespeare at the Philatelic Museum

If your kid aspires to be cultured...

"Knock knock, who's there..?"

"Shakespeare!"

"Shakespeare who..?"

We've all told this joke at some point in our lives. But do you know that Shakespeare said it first? 'Shaking It with Shakespeare' is another fun option this June, and will take your kid to explore the world of the Bard at the Singapore Philatelic Museum’s "Shaking It With Shakespeare" exhibition.

Available from: 14 May to 15 Jan 2017

Address: Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807

Opening hours: 10am - 7pm

Ticket prices: Free Admission for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents

11. Mermaid School

If your kid wants to learn how to swim...

Enrol your child at Singapore’s first mermaid school for next level swimming lessons. Ms Syrena, who claims to be "Singapore’s first mermaid", will teach your little one to swim like the mythical creature. Mermaid tails are available for rent or purchase.

Click here to book Ms Syrena

Written by

Marcus Tan

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