Labour Day is a day that remembers the contributions of workers in Singapore. It is celebrated on 1 May each year. This year, 1 May 2025 falls on a Thursday and it is public holiday in Singapore and with Polling Day on 3 May, you may even be tempted to take the Friday off so that you can have a super-long weekend.
With time to spare, if you are looking for things to do on 1 May 2024 for a break from the usual routine, we have some ideas and suggestions for you and the family.
Ideas and Things to Do on Labour Day 2025, 1 May
Singapore HeritageFest 2025
Singapore HeritageFest is back from 1 to 25 May and it will be shining the spotlight on Singapore’s living heritage. This year’s HOMEGROUND Village is set against the iconic backdrop of the Silver Garden at Gardens by the Bay, and brings together an exhibition that includes a pop-up hawker experience in partnership with the National Environment Agency and a heritage retail market co-presented with the Singapore Tourism Board. Pay it a visit to rediscover Singapore’s heritage. Get more details about Singapore HeritageFest 2025.
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Tulipmania 2025
Staying at Gardens by the Bay, you can also visit Tulipmania 2025. This year’s floral display takes visitors on a journey through the eastern reaches of Türkiye where wild tulips blooms and also explores the various ancient civilisations that have shaped the country and its history. Alongside the multi-coloured tulips, you can also expect to get a glimpse into different sides of Türkiye that you may not have encountered before – and there are plenty of photo spots and opportunities too!
Find out more about what to expect at Tulipmania 2025 at Gardens by the Bay.
Mario Kart Jewel Circuit Challenge
Looking for something free and indoors to do on Labour Day in Singapore, 1 May? How about going on a stamp rally around Jewel Changi Airport. The Mario Kart Jewel Circuit Challenge stars Mario, Luigi and the entire kart-racing crew set against the lush backdrop of the Forest Valley and the majestic Jewel Rain Vortex. Pick up a rally card and go on a quest around Jewel Changi Airport to pick up six stamps. Complete the card and redeem a sticker pack. While there, you can also visit the Nintendo Pop-up Store. Find out more about the Mario Kart Jewel Circuit Challenge.
Lotte Mart Express
How about checking out the newly opened Lotte Mart Express at FairPrice Xtra VivoCity. Customise your own ramyun at the self-cooking station or get some Korean street food at the counter. Find out more about the new Lotte Mart Express.
Lost Islands
Designed for young explorers, Lost Islands at The Artground, Goodman Arts Centre, encourages children to climb, explore, and create while discovering cultural heritage through play and imagination. Lost Islands has multiple experiential, interactive zones inspired by Singapore and Indonesia’s rich folklore. There is also the UOB Learning Playzone where children explore financial literacy through creativity and hands-on role-play activities. Find out more about the Lost Islands exhibition at The Artground.
Qian Hu Fish Farm
Qian Hu Fish Farm attracts plenty of fish enthusiasts who love ornamental fish. The large grounds of the fish farm, as well as the various activities that you can do on the farm make it an interesting farm in Singapore to visit. One of the highlights for families is the Agro-education Centre which offers longkang fishing and fish feeding. Don’t miss out on the House of Dragon too. Find out more about the activities at Qian Hu Fish Farm.
Comics and Games Pop-up Library
Have you been to Punggol Coast Mall yet? If not, why not check it out, especially since a new comics and games pop-up library has just opened at the mall. The library is a fully self-service library with a collection of more than 7,000 comics, game-themed reads, graphic novels and board games. Find out more about the new Comics and Games Pop-up Library.
Revamped Museum of Ice Cream
Dive into a world of delicious treats and imaginative play at Museum of Ice Cream Singapore (MOIC)’s newly-revamped space, featuring a multi-sensory playground where you can see, touch, taste, and even smell the magic of ice cream like never before. Find out more about what to expect at the revamped Museum of Ice Cream Singapore.
Check Out Some Dining Spots
Want to head out for meal on Labour Day 2025? How about trying some place new that you haven’t tried before? Some of the restaurants and dining spots that you can check out include Korea Culture at Changi Airport Terminal 3, Oasis Hideout along Dover Road, and how about some yummy pastries at Quah Song & Co. at Everton Park.
