October 2026 Family Events in Singapore

The SSO's popular Babies’ Proms returns this October 2026 with its well-established and familiar programme that has entertained generations of kids. Discover the fun and fantastic world of the orchestra and its different instruments in this free-and-easy musical day out for families. Be ready to get up from your seats and move along to the music with your lively Babies’ Proms presenter, William “Uncle Bill” Ledbetter!

Sea jellies have entralled many with their mesmerising nature. Now is the chance to go behind-the-scenes as Singapore Oceanarium sheds light on its sea jelly husbandry and breeding efforts. In this guided tour of the Aquarist Lab, gain exclusive access to the sea jelly nursery and catch aquarists in action and their commitment to caring for sea jellies.

🌺 Dive into the World of the Peranakans - The Crazy Rich Asians - with the SG Culture Pass! 🌺 Embark on a captivating journey through Singapore's rich tapestry of cultures with the SG Culture Pass, granting you exclusive access to the enchanting Peranakan Mansion. Nestled next to the iconic colourful shophouses of Joo Chiat & Koon Seng Road, this heritage gem invites you to immerse yourself in the opulent world of the Babas and Nyonyas.

Voices & Keys is a 60-minute beginner-friendly workshop where participants discover the joy of music through keyboard and singing. Guided step by step, they will learn simple keyboard chords and vocal warm-up techniques, then combine both to perform Singapore’s iconic song “Home” by Kit Chan. Designed for all ages and backgrounds, the session nurtures confidence, self-expression, and collaboration in a supportive setting.

Voices & Keys is a 60-minute beginner-friendly workshop where participants discover the joy of music through keyboard and singing. Guided step by step, they will learn simple keyboard chords and vocal warm-up techniques, then combine both to perform Singapore’s iconic song “Home” by Kit Chan. Designed for all ages and backgrounds, the session nurtures confidence, self-expression, and collaboration in a supportive setting.

Voices & Keys is a 60-minute beginner-friendly workshop where participants discover the joy of music through keyboard and singing. Guided step by step, they will learn simple keyboard chords and vocal warm-up techniques, then combine both to perform Singapore’s iconic song “Home” by Kit Chan. Designed for all ages and backgrounds, the session nurtures confidence, self-expression, and collaboration in a supportive setting.

In When Art Meets Nature, a children’s art exhibition co-curated by the Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts and the National Gallery Singapore, we invite you into a sensorial journey where you can explore nature through the artists’ lens and reimagine new worlds that foster environmental sustainability.

Back by popular demand, Introduction to The Nutcracker returns four years after its sold out run in 2022. An all-time audience favourite, this magical one-hour production is specially created for young audiences. Beautifully condensed from the beloved classical ballet, it offers the perfect introduction to the world of dance.

Manikandan is a Bharatanatyam dance drama that brings together the elegance of classical Indian dance and the power of narrative performance. Rooted in the rich storytelling traditions of Bharatanatyam, the production presents a series of episodes inspired by the legendary journey of Ayyappan or Manikandan, whose story has been passed down through generations.

A children’s art exhibition co-curated by the Taoyuan Museum of Fine Arts and the National Gallery Singapore, inviting visitors into a sensorial journey to explore nature and reimagine new worlds that foster environmental sustainability.

Step inside Santa’s workshop for a magical year-end adventure filled with music, laughter and plenty of festive cheer at Junior and the Holiday Magic! Junior is the rebellious heir to the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy preparing for the biggest celebration of the year. But when the Belief-o-Meter falls to a dangerously low level, Santa slips into a mysterious sleep, leaving Grumpo, a greedy elf with plans of his own, to take control of the workshop.

VIVA Concerti: Where the Twain Shall Meet is a landmark concert that brings together music, culture and compassion in support of children with cancer. Presented in conjunction with VIVA Foundation's 20th anniversary, the concert reflects VIVA's belief that hope, healing and humanity transcend race, language, religion and nationality. At the heart of the programme is a specially curated musical journey featuring one movement from each of eight celebrated concertos.

Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show is listed by Gardens by the Bay. Check the source for full details.