# Free kids' activities in Singapore: Sat 17 – Sun 18 Oct 2026

Source: Day Out Mama SG (https://dayoutmama.pages.dev/). All events are free. Confirm on the organiser's link before going.

## Ages 0–3

### Jiggle, Read & Rhyme (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 11:30am–12pm
- Where: Jurong Library, Programme Zone L1, 21 Jurong East Central 1, Singapore 609732
- Who: Ages 1–3 with a parent
- What to do: Register on the NLB GoLibrary page: one ticket for your child and one for yourself (a ticket doesn't cover a parent–child pair) → Add your child's profile in the NLB Mobile app before you go → Arrive 15 min before 11:30am and scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5972246

### Anchorpoint Pumpkin Treat (Central/South)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 4–6pm · Sun 18 Oct, 12–6pm
- Where: B1 Atrium, Anchorpoint, 370 Alexandra Rd, Singapore
- Who: All ages: pumpkin maze, ball pit, trick-or-treat (while stocks last)
- What to do: Drop by the B1 Atrium during event hours (Sat 4–6pm, Sun 12–6pm) → Do the pumpkin maze and ball pit, then go trick-or-treating around the mall → Optional: follow @anchorpoint_sg on Instagram for 1 free photo-booth strip
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anchorpoints-pumpkin-treat-tickets-2003047620353

### Deepavali Open House @ Indian Heritage Centre (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct 10am–8pm · Sun 18 Oct 10am–6pm (last admission 7:30pm on Sat)
- Where: Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, Little India, Singapore 209924
- Who: All ages: free DIY mini mithai box and peacock clay brooch painting, heirloom saree try-on and photobooth, kids' Deepavali booklets, money packets, free tours, dance showcase Sat 6–7pm
- What to do: Drop by any time during opening hours → Do the free crafts: mini mithai box and clay brooch painting (Sat 10am–7pm, Sun 10am–5pm) → Try on a saree at the vintage photobooth (10am–5pm), then catch a free guided tour: gather in the lobby before 11am or 2pm (also 7pm on Sat)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.indianheritage.gov.sg/en/whats-on/programmes/deepavali-2026

### The Great Pumpkin Trail @ Downtown East (East)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct (weekends to 31 Oct). Trail cards and buckets at the counter 10am–9:30pm
- Where: Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
- Who: Family trail: do activities at participating stores (colouring, maths challenge, storytelling, games), get 3 stamps, redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- What to do: Collect a trail card at the E!Avenue Level 2 Information Counter → Do activities at participating stores to earn stamps → Get 3 stamps and redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.downtowneast.com.sg/whats-on/events/details/the-great-pumpkin-trail

### Stories of Everyday @ National Museum (139th anniversary weekend) (Central)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 10am–7pm (last weekend)
- Where: National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
- Who: All ages: photos with Stoney, rickshaw puller meet-and-greet (3+), drop-in Stoney craft (7+), Sun community jamming
- What to do: Say Cheese with Stoney! at The Platform L2: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm or 2:30pm → Rickshaw Puller meet-and-greet at 11:15am (Levels 1 & 2, ages 3+) → Drop-in craft 'Stoney, A Softie at Heart' 2–5pm, Gallery Theatre Foyer B1 (ages 7+)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nationalmuseum.nhb.gov.sg/whats-on/programme/stories-of-everyday-programmes/events

## Ages 4–6

### Anchorpoint Pumpkin Treat (Central/South)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 4–6pm · Sun 18 Oct, 12–6pm
- Where: B1 Atrium, Anchorpoint, 370 Alexandra Rd, Singapore
- Who: All ages: pumpkin maze, ball pit, trick-or-treat (while stocks last)
- What to do: Drop by the B1 Atrium during event hours (Sat 4–6pm, Sun 12–6pm) → Do the pumpkin maze and ball pit, then go trick-or-treating around the mall → Optional: follow @anchorpoint_sg on Instagram for 1 free photo-booth strip
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anchorpoints-pumpkin-treat-tickets-2003047620353

### Storytime at Jurong West Library (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 3:30–4pm
- Where: Jurong West Library, Storytelling Corner L2, 60 Jurong West Central 3, #01-03, Singapore 648346
- Who: Ages 4–6 (7–12 welcome)
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 3:30pm → Walk in to the Storytelling Corner (Level 2) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5973059

### Fun With Heritage: Children's Drama Workshop (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct 2–3pm · Sun 18 Oct 11am–12pm or 2–3pm (Sat 11am is full, waitlist only)
- Where: Clementi Library, Programme Zone (Level 5), 3155 Commonwealth Ave West, #05-13/14/15 The Clementi Mall, Singapore 129588
- Who: Ages 5–7, under 12s need an adult. Sat: “Save the Singapore River!” · Sun: “Ah Ma's Lost Treasures”
- What to do: Pick a session and register on NLB GoLibrary, one ticket per person (Sat 11am is full, waitlist only) → Sat is “Save the Singapore River!”, Sun is “Ah Ma's Lost Treasures” → Arrive 15 min early in loose, comfy clothes and bring a water bottle; scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5975390

### 小小书迷读书会 Chinese Storytime (North)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 1–2pm
- Where: Woodlands Library, Everest Room L4, 900 South Woodlands Dr, #01-03, Singapore 730900
- Who: Ages 4–6 with a parent
- What to do: Arrive a little before 1pm → Walk in to the Everest Room (Level 4) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5860600

### Tamil Storytelling: Story Time with Genie (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 5–5:30pm
- Where: Central Library, The Submarine B1, 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064
- Who: Ages 4–12, in Tamil
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 5pm → Head to The Submarine, Basement 1
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5867961

### Deepavali Open House @ Indian Heritage Centre (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct 10am–8pm · Sun 18 Oct 10am–6pm (last admission 7:30pm on Sat)
- Where: Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, Little India, Singapore 209924
- Who: All ages: free DIY mini mithai box and peacock clay brooch painting, heirloom saree try-on and photobooth, kids' Deepavali booklets, money packets, free tours, dance showcase Sat 6–7pm
- What to do: Drop by any time during opening hours → Do the free crafts: mini mithai box and clay brooch painting (Sat 10am–7pm, Sun 10am–5pm) → Try on a saree at the vintage photobooth (10am–5pm), then catch a free guided tour: gather in the lobby before 11am or 2pm (also 7pm on Sat)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.indianheritage.gov.sg/en/whats-on/programmes/deepavali-2026

### Japan Rail Fair 2026 (Sat only) (CBD)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, stage programme 11am–7pm (lucky draw 7pm), last day! Overall fair hours not published
- Where: Urban Park, Guoco Tower, 1 Wallich St (Tanjong Pagar MRT), Singapore 078881
- Who: Train lovers: eki stamp rally (passbook S$3, optional), stage shows and quizzes. Kid picks on Sat: Yosakoi dance 2:30pm, cheer performance 4:30pm, quiz 5pm, Miruru mascot meet-and-greet 5:30pm. The train simulator demo was Thu/Fri only
- What to do: Walk in at Urban Park, Guoco Tower, in front of JAPAN RAIL CAFE (1 min from Tanjong Pagar MRT) → Catch the stage shows and quizzes → Optional: buy the S$3 stamp passbook for the eki stamp rally
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.japanrailclub.com/tjrf-2026

### The Great Pumpkin Trail @ Downtown East (East)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct (weekends to 31 Oct). Trail cards and buckets at the counter 10am–9:30pm
- Where: Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
- Who: Family trail: do activities at participating stores (colouring, maths challenge, storytelling, games), get 3 stamps, redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- What to do: Collect a trail card at the E!Avenue Level 2 Information Counter → Do activities at participating stores to earn stamps → Get 3 stamps and redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.downtowneast.com.sg/whats-on/events/details/the-great-pumpkin-trail

### Storytime at Tampines Library (East)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 11:30am–12pm
- Where: Tampines Library, Books for Babies L3, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
- Who: Ages 4–6 (7–12 welcome)
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 11:30am → Walk in to Books for Babies (Level 3) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5971204

### Upcycle & Engineer: Cardboard Building with MAKEDO (East)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 2–3pm
- Where: Tampines Library, Programme Zone 1 L2, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
- Who: Ages 5–8: build with cardboard and kid-safe tools
- What to do: Register on the NLB GoLibrary page: a ticket for your child, plus one for yourself (each ticket admits one person) → Arrive 15 min before 2pm → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5973528

### Stories of Everyday @ National Museum (139th anniversary weekend) (Central)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 10am–7pm (last weekend)
- Where: National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
- Who: All ages: photos with Stoney, rickshaw puller meet-and-greet (3+), drop-in Stoney craft (7+), Sun community jamming
- What to do: Say Cheese with Stoney! at The Platform L2: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm or 2:30pm → Rickshaw Puller meet-and-greet at 11:15am (Levels 1 & 2, ages 3+) → Drop-in craft 'Stoney, A Softie at Heart' 2–5pm, Gallery Theatre Foyer B1 (ages 7+)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nationalmuseum.nhb.gov.sg/whats-on/programme/stories-of-everyday-programmes/events

### Movies by the Beach @ Palawan Kidz City (South)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 7pm (final weekend at Palawan Kidz City)
- Where: Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden (Level 3), Sentosa, 31 Beach View, Sentosa (Palawan Kidz City / near Beach Station), Singapore 098008
- Who: Family films (PG): Sat “Nanny McPhee” · Sun “The Addams Family” (2019)
- What to do: Get to Beach Station (Sentosa Express or bus 123), walk to Palawan Kidz City and head up to Level 3 Roof Garden → Bring a picnic mat; the film starts at 7pm → No external Bluetooth speakers allowed
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/events/movies-by-the-beach/

### What's in My Mangrove? Guided Walk @ Sungei Buloh (North)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 9:30–11am
- Where: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Visitor Centre Information Counter, 301 Neo Tiew Crescent, Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Singapore 718925
- Who: Ages 5+: guided walk on mangrove plants and why they matter
- What to do: Arrive at the Visitor Centre Information Counter by 9:15am to sign up → Walk starts 9:30am (about 1.5 hrs)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/visit/events/event-detail/SBWRMAN6/1850_What-s-in-my-mangrove

### Police Pals @ Bukit Batok Library (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 11:30am–12pm
- Where: Bukit Batok Library, Programme Room L2, 1 Bukit Batok Central Link, West Mall, Singapore 658713
- Who: Ages 4–6: storytelling with the Singapore Police Force and Police Pal Ray
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 11:30am → Head to the Programme Room (Level 2) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5973511

## Ages 7–12

### Anchorpoint Pumpkin Treat (Central/South)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 4–6pm · Sun 18 Oct, 12–6pm
- Where: B1 Atrium, Anchorpoint, 370 Alexandra Rd, Singapore
- Who: All ages: pumpkin maze, ball pit, trick-or-treat (while stocks last)
- What to do: Drop by the B1 Atrium during event hours (Sat 4–6pm, Sun 12–6pm) → Do the pumpkin maze and ball pit, then go trick-or-treating around the mall → Optional: follow @anchorpoint_sg on Instagram for 1 free photo-booth strip
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anchorpoints-pumpkin-treat-tickets-2003047620353

### Storytime at Jurong West Library (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 3:30–4pm
- Where: Jurong West Library, Storytelling Corner L2, 60 Jurong West Central 3, #01-03, Singapore 648346
- Who: Ages 4–6 (7–12 welcome)
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 3:30pm → Walk in to the Storytelling Corner (Level 2) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5973059

### Fun With Heritage: Children's Drama Workshop (West)
- When: Sat 17 Oct 2–3pm · Sun 18 Oct 11am–12pm or 2–3pm (Sat 11am is full, waitlist only)
- Where: Clementi Library, Programme Zone (Level 5), 3155 Commonwealth Ave West, #05-13/14/15 The Clementi Mall, Singapore 129588
- Who: Ages 5–7, under 12s need an adult. Sat: “Save the Singapore River!” · Sun: “Ah Ma's Lost Treasures”
- What to do: Pick a session and register on NLB GoLibrary, one ticket per person (Sat 11am is full, waitlist only) → Sat is “Save the Singapore River!”, Sun is “Ah Ma's Lost Treasures” → Arrive 15 min early in loose, comfy clothes and bring a water bottle; scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5975390

### Tamil Storytelling: Story Time with Genie (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 5–5:30pm
- Where: Central Library, The Submarine B1, 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064
- Who: Ages 4–12, in Tamil
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 5pm → Head to The Submarine, Basement 1
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5867961

### Fantastical Tales (North-East)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 3–4pm (drop in any time, plays on loop)
- Where: Punggol Library, Stories Come Alive Room L1, 1 Punggol Dr, One Punggol, Singapore 828629
- Who: Ages 7–12; captions + sign language. Light effects, not suitable for photosensitive kids
- What to do: Drop in to the Stories Come Alive Room (Level 1) any time between 3 and 4pm → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5971839

### Deepavali Open House @ Indian Heritage Centre (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct 10am–8pm · Sun 18 Oct 10am–6pm (last admission 7:30pm on Sat)
- Where: Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, Little India, Singapore 209924
- Who: All ages: free DIY mini mithai box and peacock clay brooch painting, heirloom saree try-on and photobooth, kids' Deepavali booklets, money packets, free tours, dance showcase Sat 6–7pm
- What to do: Drop by any time during opening hours → Do the free crafts: mini mithai box and clay brooch painting (Sat 10am–7pm, Sun 10am–5pm) → Try on a saree at the vintage photobooth (10am–5pm), then catch a free guided tour: gather in the lobby before 11am or 2pm (also 7pm on Sat)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.indianheritage.gov.sg/en/whats-on/programmes/deepavali-2026

### Japan Rail Fair 2026 (Sat only) (CBD)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, stage programme 11am–7pm (lucky draw 7pm), last day! Overall fair hours not published
- Where: Urban Park, Guoco Tower, 1 Wallich St (Tanjong Pagar MRT), Singapore 078881
- Who: Train lovers: eki stamp rally (passbook S$3, optional), stage shows and quizzes. Kid picks on Sat: Yosakoi dance 2:30pm, cheer performance 4:30pm, quiz 5pm, Miruru mascot meet-and-greet 5:30pm. The train simulator demo was Thu/Fri only
- What to do: Walk in at Urban Park, Guoco Tower, in front of JAPAN RAIL CAFE (1 min from Tanjong Pagar MRT) → Catch the stage shows and quizzes → Optional: buy the S$3 stamp passbook for the eki stamp rally
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.japanrailclub.com/tjrf-2026

### The Great Pumpkin Trail @ Downtown East (East)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct (weekends to 31 Oct). Trail cards and buckets at the counter 10am–9:30pm
- Where: Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
- Who: Family trail: do activities at participating stores (colouring, maths challenge, storytelling, games), get 3 stamps, redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- What to do: Collect a trail card at the E!Avenue Level 2 Information Counter → Do activities at participating stores to earn stamps → Get 3 stamps and redeem a Trick-or-Treat bucket
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.downtowneast.com.sg/whats-on/events/details/the-great-pumpkin-trail

### Storytime at Tampines Library (East)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 11:30am–12pm
- Where: Tampines Library, Books for Babies L3, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
- Who: Ages 4–6 (7–12 welcome)
- What to do: Arrive 10 min before 11:30am → Walk in to Books for Babies (Level 3) → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5971204

### Upcycle & Engineer: Cardboard Building with MAKEDO (East)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 2–3pm
- Where: Tampines Library, Programme Zone 1 L2, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
- Who: Ages 5–8: build with cardboard and kid-safe tools
- What to do: Register on the NLB GoLibrary page: a ticket for your child, plus one for yourself (each ticket admits one person) → Arrive 15 min before 2pm → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5973528

### A S.U.R.E. Mystery Theatre: Case of the Missing Manuscript (East)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 2:30–3pm
- Where: Tampines Library, Terrace on 4 L4, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
- Who: Ages 7–12 and families: 30-min interactive detective theatre
- What to do: Register on the NLB GoLibrary page → Arrive 10 min before 2:30pm → Head to Terrace on 4 (Level 4)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5974552

### Stories of Everyday @ National Museum (139th anniversary weekend) (Central)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 10am–7pm (last weekend)
- Where: National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
- Who: All ages: photos with Stoney, rickshaw puller meet-and-greet (3+), drop-in Stoney craft (7+), Sun community jamming
- What to do: Say Cheese with Stoney! at The Platform L2: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm or 2:30pm → Rickshaw Puller meet-and-greet at 11:15am (Levels 1 & 2, ages 3+) → Drop-in craft 'Stoney, A Softie at Heart' 2–5pm, Gallery Theatre Foyer B1 (ages 7+)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nationalmuseum.nhb.gov.sg/whats-on/programme/stories-of-everyday-programmes/events

### Movies by the Beach @ Palawan Kidz City (South)
- When: Sat 17 & Sun 18 Oct, 7pm (final weekend at Palawan Kidz City)
- Where: Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden (Level 3), Sentosa, 31 Beach View, Sentosa (Palawan Kidz City / near Beach Station), Singapore 098008
- Who: Family films (PG): Sat “Nanny McPhee” · Sun “The Addams Family” (2019)
- What to do: Get to Beach Station (Sentosa Express or bus 123), walk to Palawan Kidz City and head up to Level 3 Roof Garden → Bring a picnic mat; the film starts at 7pm → No external Bluetooth speakers allowed
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/events/movies-by-the-beach/

### Guided Tour: Hidden World, Creepy Crawlies of Singapore @ Fort Canning (Central)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 10–11:30am
- Where: Fort Canning Centre, 5 Cox Terrace, Fort Canning Centre, Singapore 179620
- Who: Families: insects and arachnids exhibition with live specimens, plus the Fort Canning Centre history gallery
- What to do: Register on the NParks page (choose adult and child numbers) → Meet at Fort Canning Centre before 10am
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/visit/events/event-detail/FCP_TE/4177_Guided-Tour-of-Hidden-World-Creepy-Crawlies-of-Singapore-and-Fort-Canning-Centre-A-Century-of-Transformation

### What's in My Mangrove? Guided Walk @ Sungei Buloh (North)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 9:30–11am
- Where: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Visitor Centre Information Counter, 301 Neo Tiew Crescent, Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Singapore 718925
- Who: Ages 5+: guided walk on mangrove plants and why they matter
- What to do: Arrive at the Visitor Centre Information Counter by 9:15am to sign up → Walk starts 9:30am (about 1.5 hrs)
- Price: Free
- Link: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/visit/events/event-detail/SBWRMAN6/1850_What-s-in-my-mangrove

### Stay In Control: Shaping Gamers of the Future (South)
- When: Sat 17 Oct, 2–3pm
- Where: Harbourfront Library, Programme Zone 1 L3, 1 HarbourFront Walk, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
- Who: Ages 7–12 with a parent: healthy gaming habits, online safety, find your gaming personality
- What to do: Register on the NLB GoLibrary page → Arrive 10 min early → Scan in with the NLB Mobile app
- Price: Free
- Link: https://nlb.libcal.com/event/5975149

Tip: NLB sessions fill up fast — check seats on the GoLibrary page before you go, arrive 10–15 min early, and have the NLB Mobile app ready to scan in.