Drop-in Activity
PLAY @ Children’s Season 2026: Weekend Carnival
Date: 12 - 14 Jun 2026
Time: 4.00pm and 6.00pm
In celebration of UNICEF’s International Day of Play, Children’s Museum Singapore, in collaboration with the Museum Roundtable and community partners, presents PLAY @ Children’s Season 2026 — a week-long line-up of workshops, drop-in activities, and a vibrant weekend carnival. The programme brings together children, caregivers, educators, and arts practitioners to champion play as a fundamental right and an essential part of learning, wellbeing, and social connection. The week culminates in a lively weekend carnival featuring partner booth activations, installation-performances, and interactive experiences that transform play principles into joyful, hands-on moments for families and communities.
Event Information
Ticket: $10 per pax (access to all activities)
Time Slots:
• 4:00pm – 5:45pm
• 6:00pm – 7:45pm
Entry is by selected time slot. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your session.
Activities: All activities below are drop-in and first-come-first-served for ticket holders.
Registration: Wristbands issued onsite at Children’s Museum Singapore and Armenian Street.
Notes:
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- In the event of rain and haze, the activities located at Armenian Street may be temporarily paused or cancelled subject to on-site staff assessment. The other indoor activities at Children’s Museum Singapore, Children's Museum Singapore's carpark and Lewin Terrace will proceed as usual.
- Participate in activities around the carnival to collect stamps. Collect a minimum of 3 stamps to redeem 1 goodie bag. Each child is entitled to a maximum of 1 goodie bag redemption, regardless of the number of stamps collected. Goodie bags are while stocks last.
📍 Locations
Activities take place across two nearby locations, approximately 2–3 minutes’ walk apart. Look out for signage and staff onsite for directions.
Children’s Museum Singapore
Indoor workshops and hands-on creative activities.
Armenian Street
Outdoor performances and game booths.
Armenian Street
Performance
The Whale’s Tale
An interactive outdoor spectacle featuring a 9-metre whale puppet, slapstick comedy, audience participation, and a powerful environmental message.
Game
Funfair of Forgotten Futures
Carnival-style games that explore environmental challenges in playful ways.
Drop-in Activity
A Bouncy-ful Time Together
Jump for joy and bounce together!
Children's Museum Singapore
Drop-in Activity
A Green BIBIMBAP Journey
Create your own bibimbap while learning about sustainability and food waste reduction.
Drop-in Activity
Pieces of the Navy
Create a navy-themed mosaic using recycled materials while learning fun naval facts.
Drop-in Activity
My Gem, My Ring
Design your own gemstone ring using recycled materials and creative crafting.
Drop-in Activity
Build, Play, Learn
Hands-on LEGO® play encouraging creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Game
Mini Football Challenge
Score goals and enjoy active family bonding through sports play.
Game
Return Right
Learn recycling through interactive challenges and games.
Terms & Conditions
This programme is part of Children’s Season 2026 Weekend Carnival.
Tickets are $10 per pax (child or adult).
Entry is by selected time slot. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Wristbands will be issued upon registration.
Children aged 12 and below must be accompanied by an adult.
All tickets purchased are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
Children's Museum Singapore reserves the right to amend programme details and redemption mechanics without prior notice. All on-site decisions made by staff are final.
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