The June Holidays are here again, wondering what are the things to do during the month-long break? We have got an exciting list to share as usual! From an academy that equips you to fight villains, to arts showcase and cable car rides, we have suggestions for the family for a fun and enjoyable school holidays!
Best Things to Do During the June School Holidays 2024 in Singapore
Despicable Me 4 Mega Mission at Suntec City
Embark on a Mega Mission at Suntec City’s action-packed Anti-Villain League (AVL) Academy this June holidays. From 23 May to 14 July, aspiring recruits can say “Bello” to never-before-seen photo opportunities at the Activation Room. Exclusive to Suntec+ App members, children can register for an action-packed adventure through three top-secret Training Zones – the Security Room, Agility Room, and Vault Chamber. Uncover secret codes, dodge obstacles and face the infamous Fart Blaster to attain the coveted AVL badge and a surprise completion reward!
Get to meet and greet with beloved minions Kevin and Stuart in their first-in-Singapore AVL suits every weekend at 1pm, 4pm and 7pm at the event zone. Explore the Despicable Me 4 retail pop-up where there will be plenty of merchandise up for grabs. Shoppers who spend at Suntec City can also redeem attractive rewards such as e-Vouchers with minimum spending.
GIVEAWAY: Stand to Win Tickets to Peter & Blue's Treasure Hunt by Singapore Ballet
GIVEAWAY: Stand to Win a Family Bundle of 4 Tickets to Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A Terrible Monster at LIttle SIFA.
It’s a Despicable Me 4 extravaganza at Suntec City this June holidays!
When: 23 May to 23 June 2024, 11 am to 9.30 pm
Where: Suntec City, Atrium Tower 1 and 2
When: 24 June to 14 July 2024, 11 am to 9.30 pm
Where: Suntec City, Temasek Boulevard (near Shake Shack)
Get more details about Despicable Me 4 Mega Mission at Suntec City.
A Weekend of Monstrous Fun! at The Arts House
Family-friendly activities await at Monstrous Fun! at The Arts House on 25 and 26 May 2024. Start the June school holidays with fun events and activities like a 3D Rendering Workshop with Cultural Medallion recipient Chong Fah Cheong, The Arts House Story Tour, and free, all-day drop-in craft activities and more.
Sign up for the hands-on 3D Rendering Workshop with sculptor Chong Fah Cheong, where 15 year olds and above can turn their ideas into reality with any material of choice. Or learn the history behind Singapore’s oldest government building on The Arts House Story Tour where you will uncover interesting facts about the building, its people and what went on in The Chamber that shaped today’s Singapore.
There are also free, all-day activities like a fun Create Your Own Monster craft, a giant poetry wall, monster poetry family portrait frame craft and a pop-up bookstore where the young and young-at-heart can uncover a treasure trove of titles.
Dive into the creative world of art, crafting and stories at Monstrous Fun! at The Arts House!
You can also look out for other family-friendly events by Arts House Limited like Little SIFA (Singapore International Festival of Arts), taking place from 24 May to 26 May and Goodman Open House at Goodman Arts Centre on 22 June.
When: 25 to 26 May 2024, Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Where: The Arts House
Tickets: Some workshops and activities are ticketed.
Get more details about Monstrous Fun! at The Arts House
Little SIFA: Puppet Show, Animation Workshop & Whimsical Fairground
Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) has launched Little SIFA with three charming programmes just for families to kick off the June school holidays.
Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A Terrible Monster (24 to 26 May) by Manual Cinema is a whimsical puppet show about a not-so-terrifying monster and his quest to be scary. It uses hundreds of illustrated paper puppets, book pages, two-dimensional props, furry monster puppets and songs to bring Mo Willems’ books to life. The Binder Animation Workshop with Manual Cinema! (26 May) unveils the secrets on how to create a short puppet animation with participants creating their own live music videos using school binders and paper puppets.
Head to The Dancer’s Fair at Cathay Green for an enchanting experience with a five-metre-tall ballerina that will be engaging with the audience. Enjoy the delights of old-school fairground attractions like a whimsical Ferris Wheel specially designed for children and the “Little Carousel” where parents and children will need to use their ingenuity to make it move.
When: 24 to 26 May 2024
Where & How Much:
Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A Terrible Monster – SOTA Drama Theatre; tickets from $38.
Binder Animation Workshop with Manual Cinema – Black Box, Stamford Arts Centre; $28 per ticket, $50 per pair.
The Dancer’s Fair – Cathay Green; free.
Find out more about the Little SIFA programmes for families.
Children’s Season 2024
Something to include on your June school holidays calendar is Children’s Season. The annual programme will inspire children to learn about their collective heritage. Happening from 25 May to 23 June, each museum in the Museum Roundtable will have family-friendly activities. Plus you can pick up a copy of the Children’s Season 2024 Stamp Booklet to collect unique stamp chop prints after participating in a simple activity in each museum. Collect as many stamps as possible to redeem exclusive Children’s Season 2024 prizes.
When: 25 May to 23 June 2024
Where: Museums all around Singapore
How much: Free! Charges apply for selected activities.
Find out more about Children’s Season 2024
June Holiday Programmes at Singapore Botanic Gardens
Get close to nature and learn all about nature at the June school holiday programmes by NParks. These are free and very popular, so register fast to get your spot. This June holidays 2024, go on a Great Heritage Hunt to learn about the history of Singapore Botanic Gardens, learn how to make stone soup, listen to a tale about a Water Princess and go on a “Parkemon hunt”!
When: Various dates from 25 May to 23 June 2024
Where: Singapore Botanic Gardens
How much: Free & ticketed
Register for the June Holiday programmes at Singapore Botanic Gardens
Children’s Festival at Supertree Grove
Anyone loves Inside Out the Pixar movie? The Supertree Grove will be transformed into an Inside Out 2 – a themed outdoor carnival with interactive installations featuring the characters! Join in the fun adventure with Joy, Anger, Sadness, Fear and Disgust plus meet new Emotions like Anxiety, Envy, Ennui and Embarrassment. Celebrate the annual Children’s Festival’s 10th Edition! Get to the details of Children’s Festival at Gardens by the Bay.
When: 25 May to 22 June 2024, 10 am to 9 pm
Where: Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay
How much: Admission is FREE!
i Light Singapore 2024
i Light Singapore is back for its 10th edition from 31 May to 23 June. This year’s festival lights up more than just Marina Bay, it will also be activated in Tanjong Pagar for the very first time. Centering around sustainability, i Light Singapore’s theme this year is Cyclical Nature and the festival will feature a lineup of 17 interactive artworks exploring the restoration, repurposing and re-designing of everyday objects by 25 different local and international artists.
When: 31 May to 23 June 2024, 7.30 am to 11.30 pm Mondays to Thursdays, extended till 12 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
Where: Marina Bay, Tanjong Pagar, South Beach, Millenia Walk
How much: Free!
Find out more about the light installations at i Light Singapore 2024.
KidZania Singapore Reopens
KidZania Singapore has reopened just in time for the June holidays in Singapore! Children will embark on an exciting learning journey from unravelling the secrets of bacterial analysis, transforming raw materials into works of art, fight fire, debug and fix games, be an air steward and learn to pose as a fashion model. Get the children working hard to earn some Kidzos! Read more about KidZania Singapore.
When: From 16 May 2024
Where: Palawan Beach, Sentosa
Antoine de Saint Exupery: When a Prince takes Flight Exhibition at Alliance Francaise
The only exhibition to showcase original artefacts loaned by the Saint Exupéry Foundation is here, it celebrates the author behind the beloved classic, “The Little Prince”. Running from 3 May to 31 July 2024, this exhibition pays tribute to Antoine de Saint Exupéry on the 80th anniversary of his disappearance. It is the only exhibition in the world to showcase a rare collection of exclusive artefacts, including first drafts of manuscripts, handwritten letters, original drawings and personal belongings, on loan from the Saint Exupéry Foundation. This exhibition is open to general public and free for all, including guided tours.
Guided tours suitable for families are conducted every Wednesday and Friday evening, sign up on Alliance Francaise’s Eventbrite page. Learn more about Antoine de Exupery exhibition.
When: Till 31 July 2024
Where: Alliance Française de Singapour
How much: Exhibition is free; some programmes are ticketed.
Frida Kahlo Forever Season at ArtScience Museum
Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) is best known for her vibrant works of art. However, behind the brightly coloured art works is a story of facing down gender stereotypes, perseverance and even contradictions. Her works capture her personal experiences and reflect on her passions, struggles and beliefs.
Discover the life and work of extraordinary Mexican artist and cultural icon, Frida Kahlo, at ArtScience Museum. The Frida Forever season is made up of two exhibitions – Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon and Laid Bare: Frida’s Inner World, and a VR experience.
Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon is an immersive biographical exhibition that celebrates Frida’s life story through interactive installations, digital technologies, and 360-degree projections. Laid Bare: Frida’s Inner World is a smaller, companion exhibition to Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon. It takes a more intimate look at the artist, revealing the way that Frida’s medical conditions shaped who she was.
When: Till 1 September 2024, 10 am to 7 pm
Where: ArtScience Museum
How much: From $19
Find out more about the Frida Kahlo Forever.
Visit Changi Beach Park
Have you been to Changi Beach Park recently? Changi Beach is a seaside getaway families can gather at for the school holidays. In addition, the playground has been revamped! There are a few climbing structures and climbing frames to try, along with swings, teeter-totters. The biggest draw would be Changi Beach for some fun in the sand and sea. End the outing with a trip to Changi Village Hawker Centre.
Where: Nicoll Drive, Singapore 498991. Closest car park is Changi Beach Park Car Park 1
How much: Free!
Small MUJI Exhibition
Take a step back and enjoy the beauty of everyday items at the Small MUJI Exhibition, now on at MUJI Plaza Singapura till 25 June 2024. The exhibition presents 16 original miniature works, alongside new pieces tailored to Singapore. These miniature works have all be created using MUJI products by artist and photographer Tatsuya Tanaka.
You will be able to view creations modelled after Singapore’s landmarks as you enter the miniature universe. Read more about what to expect at the Small MUJI Exhibition.
When: Till 25 June 2024
Where: MUJI Plaza Singapura
How much: Free!
M.A.P at The ArtGround
From 21 April 2024 to 30 March 2025, M.A.P. at The Artground brings the imaginative world of future transport possibilities to life. M.A.P. was conceptualised by students from Pathlight School in partnership with The Artground.
Start your adventure at the Bendy Bus, where large blue foam awaits. Kids can have fun transforming the foam pieces into larger-than-life vehicles and transportation systems. Next, hop onto the Roller Coaster MRT, a futuristic marvel inspired by student designs. It comes complete with interactive videos showcasing the future of transportation and promoting social etiquette. Step into the Flying Bus, a cosy corner filled with cushions, where you can relax while learning fun facts about local transportation systems from Pathlight School students.
When: Till 30 March 2025
Where: 90 Goodman Rd, #01-40 BLK J, Singapore 439053
How much: Free!
Brain Defense Online Workshops
Wondering how to manage your child’s screen time and educate your child on dealing with inappropriate content? Sign your child up for Brain Defense classes to learn about screen time management, brain science what pornography is and also how to refuse inappropriate content as well as dealing with cyber bullying. Make full use of the June holidays and sign up for the brain defense sessions. The sessions are made possible by SGFamilies, Village Consultancy and Defend Young Minds. Read about our review on the sessions.
When: 5 to 7 June
How much: Free!
Green Market: The Sea-cret Edition
Head to NLB’s annual Green Market event that celebrates sustainable living and connects the community to green groups and their initiatives. This year’s theme is The Sea-cret edition, families can dive deep to explore the wonders of the sea and embrace interconnections with it. This way, we can understand the sea better and act to safeguard its fragile beauty.
Have a whale of time at Central Public Library. Join in the family-frun with programmes, storytelling, digital activities. Sign up for a virtual biodiversity exploration with Young Nautilus and listen to a story of marine life in Chek Jawa. See all the programmes at Green Market.
When: Events from 25 May to 9 June 2024; main activities from 8 to 9 June at Central Public Library
Where: Central Public Library and other libraries around Singapore
How much: Free!
Rollermania, CQ @ Clarke Quay
Head indoors to enjoy the cool air while roller-skating! Rollermania 4.0 at Clarke Quay spans over 4,000 sq ft surrounded by over-hanging fauna. The thematic pop-up roller-skating rink has new ergonomic skate assists. Families can also enjoy cute refreshments at the White Rabbit Café and also take the chance to explore the rest of CQ @ Clarke Quay.
When: Till 31 July 2024, , Sundays to Thursdays, Public Holidays 12 pm to 10 pm, Fridays, Saturdays, Eve of Public Holidays 12 pm to 2 am
Where: The Xperience, CQ @ Clarke Quay
How much: From $24
Plastic: Remaking Our World Exhibition at National Museum of Singapore
Plastic: Remaking Our World explores the beginnings of plastic, how using plastic became a problem and what we can do now. The exhibition features over 300 objects, posters, films, photographs and rarities. It also includes a local narrative of Singapore’s history with plastics. Ready for Barbie, Tupperware and Space Age furniture? Learn more about Plastic: Remaking Our World.
When: Now till 23 June 2024, 10 am to 7 pm
Where: National Museum of Singapore’s Exhibition Gallery 1, Basement
Borealis at Gardens by the Bay, Supertree Grove
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights or aurora borealis in Singapore as the light installation Borealis by Dan Acher weaves its spell at Gardens by the Bay’s Supertree Grove on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays
When: Every Monday 8 pm to 8.30 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9 pm to 9.30 pm
Where: Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay
How much: Free!
Visit Buona Vista Community Node
Hiking at Rail Corridor during the school holidays? Make a stop at Buona Vista Community Node! The new Buona Vista Node is a spot along the southern stretch of the Rail Corridor where the community can come together with spaces such as a children’s playground, two different exercise areas and event areas.
Where: Along the Rail Corridor located between The Metropolis and Elementum (opening soon), and a short distance away from Buona Vista MRT interchange station.
How much: Free!
Four Playgrounds & More at Marsiling Park
Head North towards Marsiling Park, close to Woodlands Checkpoint. You might be surprised to see Chinese pavilions and Chinese stone bridges, just like Chinese Garden. The Chinese pavilions have green roofs and red pillars, serving as rest stops. But that’s not all, there are four playgrounds to explore at Marsiling Park! One is a butterfly-themed playground, another has a fun obstacle rope course, one playground has a musical setup and the last has a ribbon playscape.
Where: Woodlands Centre Road
How much: Free!
The Travelling Library Chronicles of Maizey Lee: Book Talk & Workshop
Hear from Erni Salleh, author of The Travelling Library Chronicles of Maizey Lee who will share her inspiration behind the series from her experience working as a librarian onboard MOLLY and her current job as a museum curator. Get a chance to design your own travelling library, curate your own mobile bookshelf and learn about journey mapping. Find out more about The Travelling Library Chronicles of Maizey Lee.
When: 27 May, 3 pm to 4 pm
Where: Punggol Regional Library – Programme Room Level 5
How much: Free!
Have Fun during These Things To Do During the June School Holidays 2024
We hope that you’ve found this list of things to do during the June school holidays useful! We wish you a great time with your family!
If you are looking for fun holiday camps and workshops, check our list of June holiday camps and workshop, which include some discount codes too!
