Weekly things to do 1-7 Dec 2025

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Dear parents,

The school holidays are in full swing!

Read on for some ideas for activities to keep the kids entertained during the holidays.

Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:

  • Things to do with kids this week

  • English Mentorship Giveaway by Scholars by Scholarly

  • Season of Sparkles @ UOL Malls

  • Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath

  • Things to do for year-end holidays

  • Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay

  • Camp Asia Magical Winter Camps

  • Jolly Jungle Safari Adventure Indoor Playground 

  • Year-end holiday camps and programmes:

    • Robotics and Coding Programmes at Nullspace Robotics

    • LingoAce December Holiday Chinese Camps

    • Headstart programme by Genius Plus Academy

    • A Science Escapade! by Cognitive Whizz

  • Cosmic Space Expedition at UE Square

  • Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve 

  • Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay

  • Family Travel Guide and Itineraries

  • Save with bookings on Pelago

  • Education and School Guides

See a Flying Santa at Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay, check out the Christmas Train Show, explore Singapore’s biggest indoor nature-inspired playground, and more!

[GIVEAWAY] Win a 2026 English Mentorship Package worth $2,640

We’ve teamed up with the amazing team at Scholars by Scholarly to give one lucky family the gift of academic confidence and holistic learning for 2026.

You could win a 24-hour English Mentorship Package from Scholars!

Suitable for students across all levels: Primary • Secondary • A-Level • IB

Why the mentorship package is more than just regular tuition:

  • Expert mentor who deeply understands the IB & MOE curriculum

  • Personalized strategies designed around your child’s unique needs

  • Mental-health trained mentor to help build confidence and resilience in your child

To enter, simply head to Scholarly’s website and submit the giveaway form.
Giveaway ends 31 Dec 2025 at 23:59 hours. Terms and conditions apply.

Open to Singapore residents and new students only. Good luck, families!

Season of Sparkles @ UOL Malls

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The Sesame Street Friends are taking over United Square and Velocity@Novena Square!

We’ve found the most adorable Christmas party in Singapore!

Join Elmo, Cookie Monster, and the Sesame Street gang for a holiday celebration.

What to expect:

  • Sesame Street Christmas Musical with Meet and Greet: Till 7 Dec (except 2 Dec), Weekdays (1pm, 7pm), Weekends (1pm, 4pm, 7pm)

  • Bubble Magic Snowfall: Till 7 Dec (except 2 Dec), starts 30 minutes before each show

  • Meet & Greets with $30 m

    in spend: Redeem pass 1 hour before the show (limited to first 40 families)

  • Redeem Sesame Street collectibles and shopping vouchers

  • Look out for Abby and Count roving at Velocity@Novena Square (6-7 Dec at 2pm)

  • Uncle Ringo Carnival rides & craft workshops

Shows & meet and greets run till 7 Dec only, so grab the family and head down now!

Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath

You’ve been recruited for a top-secret mission!

Think you have what it takes to be a National Intelligence Unit agent? Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath is an interactive mystery adventure where you and your team will be racing against time to stop a looming terrorist threat.

You’ll navigate through exhibits, uncovering hidden clues and decoding secret messages to piece the puzzle together before disaster strikes. 

It's a fresh, hands-on way to explore Singapore's defence story and see how teamwork keeps our nation safe!

This isn't a solo mission. You'll need your squad, whether that's family, friends, or colleagues. Every unique skill, from detail-spotting to code-cracking is needed to complete the mission. Together, you're unstoppable.

📍Permanent Exhibition Gallery at Singapore Discovery Centre

🎫$25 per pax (approved activity for SG Culture Pass credits!)

Things to do with kids for the year-end holidays

Looking for things to do with the kids this year-end holidays in Singapore?

Check out our guide for the best family friendly activities this holiday season from indoor playgrounds and attractions, to festivals and carnivals!

Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay

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Singapore’s most iconic Christmas celebration is back and bigger than ever!

Named by CNN Travel as one of the best Christmas markets in the world (and the only one in Asia!), Christmas Wonderland at Gardens By The Bay is officially the place to be this festive season.

Get ready for an expanded fairground filled with supersized light displays, thrilling carnival games, live performances and festive treats.

And this year comes with three all-new crowd-stoppers:

  • Flying Santa soaring across the night sky

  • Father Christmas in his cosy stable with a quartet of reindeer

  • Singapore’s first-ever towering Christmas Pyramid

Plus all your favourites, the 20-metre Spalliera and snowfall under the Supertrees are back to light up your evenings.

Date: 29 Nov 2025 – 1 Jan 2026

Sessions: 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm (last entry 10.15pm)

Tickets: From $9 (adults) / $7 (kids 3–12) / Free for under 3

Camp Asia Magical Winter Camps 2025

Ban Boredom this December holidays with Camp Asia’s Magical Winter Camps! 🌟

Gift your child the ultimate holiday experience with endless excitement and learning at Singapore’s largest section of holiday camps.

Whether they're a budding scientist, future athlete, aspiring artist or tech wizard, Camp Asia has the perfect adventure waiting.

15+ extraordinary camps

🗓️ 15 Dec 2025 - 9 Jan 2026

🌟 Perfect for ages 3-16

🏆 Expert mentors

Quote "sunnycitykids50" to get $50 off camp fees!

Jolly Jungle Safari Adventure Indoor Playground

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There's a brand new indoor playground in the north!

Here’s what your little adventurers can explore at Jolly Jungle Safari Adventure at SAFRA Yishun.

  • 10m long African Crazy Horn Slide that looks as wild as it sounds

  • Twin racing slides - perfect for settling the "who's faster" debate once and for all

  • Flying fox where they can channel their inner Tarzan

  • High elements course that's like Ninja Warrior for kids

  • Massive ball pit complete with friendly tigers and lions

  • Urban obstacle courses, trampolines, and foam pits

  • Interactive games including The Floor is Lava

🕐Mon-Fri: 11am-8pm, Sat/Sun/PH: 10am-9pm

📍SAFRA Yishun Country Club, 60 Yishun Ave 4, #02-01

🎫Weekdays: from $15, Weekends from $20. Children below 12 months enter free

SAFRA Members and Affiliated Members will enjoy 20% for Single Hourly Pass, 10% for 20 Hours Pass & VIP Pass.

Year-end Holiday Camps and Programmes

Keep the kids entertained during the year-end holiday with holiday camps and programmes covering everything from outdoor adventures to coding and robotics workshops.

Robotics and Coding Programmes at Nullspace Robotics

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Get your child started in the exciting world of robotics and coding with the Year-end school holiday programmes from Nullspace.

Nullspace offers a variety of programmes where young innovators get to jump into engineering and programming in an exciting new way - with programmes from LEGO® Robotics and Scratch Coding, to game development and 3D printing. The holiday camps also feature plenty of interactive and hands-on activities.

With small class sizes (1:5 ratio) and experienced instructors who’ve coached award-winning teams, every child receives personalised attention and expert support.

After completing the camp, your kids will have developed some solid tech skills and will be eager to return for more projects in the next holiday camp!

Ages: 5-16

Date: 24 Nov – 30 Dec 2025

Location: Rochester Mall | Kallang Wave Mall | SAFRA Tampines

Fees: From $100 for a 2-hour lesson to $750 for a 15-hour programme

Promo: use code Sunny50 for $50 off your first course sign up (valid for minimum purchase of a 10-hour course package).

LingoAce December Holiday Chinese Camps

Learning Chinese should be an exciting adventure, not just another classroom task!

For K2 to Primary 6 students, LingoAce’s Holiday Chinese Camps are designed to help your child improve key language skills like speaking, writing, and comprehension, all while having fun.

Instead of memorising words or completing worksheets, your child will learn through interactive activity-based lessons led by experienced teachers.

Groups are kept small to encourage lots of participation and to ensure every child gets personalised attention.

Whether they’re just starting out in learning Chinese or looking to strengthen their skills, there's a camp that fits your child’s learning journey this holiday season.

Location: 111 Somerset learning centre

Sessions: 3-day and 5-day

Headstart Programme by Genius Plus Academy

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Give your child a confident start to the new school year in just 2 days!

Tailored specifically for students entering Primary 4-6 and Secondary 2-3, Genius Plus Academy’s Headstart Programme bridges learning gaps and prepares students for next year’s curriculum with focused, high-impact lessons.

Through a blend of diagnostic reviews, intensive practice, and forward-looking preparation, students consolidate this year’s learning and gain the skills to tackle the new curriculum with confidence.

After these 2 days, you can enjoy the rest of the December holidays guilt-free. No worries about falling behind. Just quality family time, knowing your child is genuinely prepared!

Dates: 28 Nov – 9 Dec 2025

Locations: Coronation Plaza, Punggol & Pasir Ris West Plaza

Price: $380

A Science Escapade! by Cognitive Whizz

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Looking for the BEST Science Holiday Programme in Singapore?

Discover why Cognitive Whizz – A Science Escapade! is consistently rated by parents as one of the best Science camps in Singapore for ages 4–14!

Forget rote learning - this immersive 4-day hands-on Science holiday camp turns abstract concepts into exciting discoveries! Perfectly aligned with the MOE Science syllabus, it’s packed with curiosity, creativity, and real scientific exploration.

What your child will experience:

  • Build racers, bridges, helicopters, floating globes & other cool inventions to bring home

  • Create chemical reactions and explore real-world Science concepts
    Feed carnivorous plants and build your own isopod terrariums with Aquaplant Culture

  • Explore ecology while creating a Black Soldier Fly composting bin at City Sprouts Urban Farm

  • Wrap up with an exhilarating Physics-in-Action finale at SuperPark Singapore!

With a 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio, every learner enjoys personalised attention and meaningful hands-on discovery.

Parents love how Cognitive Whizz makes Science come alive - igniting curiosity and deep understanding, building a strong academic foundation and long-term concept retention - not just memorisation. 

Every child also receives a colourful, comprehensive workbook with mind maps, MOE-aligned questions, and take-home notes to reinforce learning.

Why parents say it’s Singapore’s Best Science Camp:

  • MOE-aligned content that builds solid academic foundations

  • Engaging hands-on experiments that make learning tangible

  • Outdoor learning adventures that connect Science with nature

  • Personalised guidance through small group sizes (1:5 ratio)

  • Excellent parent reviews for its quality, engagement, and results

Dates: 1–4 Dec | 8–11 Dec | 15–18 Dec
Venues: Day 1–3 – Alliance Française (Beside Newton MRT) | Day 4 – SuperPark Singapore
Fees: From $595 (includes 1 nutritious lunch + 2 snacks)

Special Offers:

  • 🕒 Early Bird Discount: $20 off

  • 👯 Group Deals: Bigger savings for 3–5 sign-ups

💸 Use promo code SCK20 for an additional $20 off!

Cosmic Space Expedition at UE Square

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UE Square is transforming into a cosmic playground for a day of FREE family fun on 6 Dec 2025!

Your little astronauts can:

  • Take on space training challenges

  • Get creative at rocket painting & galaxy bracelet-making workshops

  • Spin the Astronaut Gashapon for a chance to win up to $300 in vouchers

  • Send wishes to Santa via his special Rocketship Post Box

  • Watch Professor Messy's Science Show and meet a Space Astronaut

The first 500 families to register on site even get a Space Expedition Starter Pack!

📅 6 December 2025 (Saturday)

12pm - 5pm

📍 UE Square, 81 Clemenceau Avenue

Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve

Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve is now open!

Get ready for Singapore’s largest indoor nature-themed playground. 4,600 square metres of non-stop interactive fun where your kids aged 3-12 can move, explore, and play just like animals do.

Here’s what your little explorers can look forward to:

  • 4 themed zones to explore, each one transporting kids into a different real-world ecosystem

  • Bold colours and interactive features at every turn. 32 multisensory touchpoints scattered throughout the playground

  • A mix of hands-on + digital play that sparks endless curiosity

  • Designed with every child in mind regardless of neurotype or physical ability with calm zones, toddler-safe zones and wheelchair accessibility.

Time: 10am-6:30pm daily (admission is based on timed entry slots)

Location: Mandai Wildlife EAST, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826

Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay

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The Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay is back for another smash hit season!

After its amazing debut last year, this year’s display will be even bigger!

The display features:

  • 20 model trains chugging along 145 metres of track

  • Journey from American landmarks like the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge

  • A specially commissioned G-scale SMRT train passing by mini Dragon Playgrounds, Supertrees & heritage shophouses, all crafted from recycled Singapore wood!

  • A detour to Denmark with a 4.5-metre LEGO Christmas tree

  • 7,000 plants including 70+ varieties complementing the landscape and filling the Flower Dome with the Christmas atmosphere

Come back at night to see the 7.5 metre luminaries casting their magical glow!

🗓️23 Nov 2025 - 4 Jan 2026

🕐9am-9pm

📍Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay

🎫Admission charges to Flower Dome applies

Family Travel Guide and Itineraries ✈️🧳

Travelling with the family in December? Check out our guides for tips and the best things to do with kids

  • Best things to do in Tokyo with kids (link)

  • Best theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo (link)

  • Best hotels in Tokyo for families (link)

  • Best things to do in Osaka with kids (link)

  • Kyoto itinerary with kids (link)

  • Best things to do in Hong Kong with kids (link)

  • Hong Kong itinerary with kids (6D) (link)

  • Best things to do in Taipei with kids (link)

  • Taipei itinerary with kids (6D5N) (link)

Save with bookings on Pelago

Earn miles and save when you book your favourite activities on Pelago!

And from now till 31 Dec 2025, use promo code PELKIDS12 for 12% off storewide on attractions, tours, transport, and more!

New customers only. Product exclusions apply. Discount capped at $50

Education and School Guides

Plan for the new school year with our education and school guides:

  • Guide to PSLE AL Score and Scoring System (link)

  • Secondary School Rankings 2025 (link)

  • JC Cut Off Points 2025 (link)

  • Best preschools and kindergartens in Singapore (link)

  • Best International Schools in Singapore (link)

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