Events

From now until 22 December, Seletar Mall welcomes families to enjoy its fun-filled carnival event, which includes a bouncy castle, carousel and slides! All you have to do is spend a minimum of $30 in a single receipt and you’ll get a coupon to access the event. Play carnival games as a family, let the kids enjoy the rides and usher in the festive season with plenty of prizes to be won. There's also free cotton candy to be redeemed (limited to the first 270 for the day). And take part in their lucky draw to stand a chance to win awesome prizes worth S$10,000! From now until 31 Dec, spend a minimum of $150 ($180 if you include FairPrice Finest Receipts) and you can take part in their Christmas lucky draw. Prices include: First Prize: OSIM uDiva Star ($3,299) + $800 SPH Malls Vouchers Second Prize: Ogawa OMKnee Therapee ($1,388) + $700 SPH Malls Vouchers Third Prize: 3-month Amore Fitness Membership ($683) + $400 SPH Malls Vouchers Fourth Prize: $300 Lao Huo Tang Restaurant Voucher + $400 SPH Malls Vouchers Fifth & Sixth Prize: Sasa Teology Green Tea Set ($150.90) + $250 SPH Malls Vouchers Seventh & Eighth Prize: OSIM uCozy 3D ($199) + $100 Soi Thai Soi Nice Voucher + $100 SPH Malls Vouchers Ninth & Tenth Prize: $150 Levi’s Voucher + $100 Ramen Hitoyoshi Voucher + $50 SPH Mall Vouchers

Any LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort fans here? We're sure it's one of your kids' favourite spots to head to over long weekends and during the school holidays. If they are obsessed with LEGO and the Christmas season, then you will want to make a trip to LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort this December! The theme park will be transformed into a snowy Brick-Tacular Winter Wonderland with exciting and exclusive surprises lined up every day during the festive month. This year, the park’s Winter Wonderland experience will also be bringing real snowfall to the theme park happening every half hour in front of Big Shop. Guests will be welcomed by an arctic LEGO® experience throughout the park including Malaysia’s first igloo ice-cream bar, where they can enjoy a cold treat and hang around with LEGO® reindeers and elves. They will also be giving away SGD32,700 worth of prizes as part of the daily LEGO® Advent Calendar Draw to a lucky guest and a Nissan Almera (worth almost SGD24,000) to a lucky Annual Pass holder* on the 25th of December. Here are some of the other highlights to look forward to: - Festive LEGO® Building Activities – Kids can learn to build their own LEGO® snowman and Christmas tree decorations. The decorations that they designed will be hung on the trees around the park. - LEGO® Santa’s Grotto – At Santa’s Grotto, there will be a meet and greet session with Santa. On top of that, kids can submit a letter to share their Christmas wish list with hi,. - Jingle Bell Ball – Guests are invited to join the LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Jingle Bell Ball where they can party and dance with all the elves! There may even be a special appearance from beloved characters such as Rudolf, Ollie The Dragon and the LEGO® Toy Soldier. To end the holiday celebration and welcome the New Year, the park skies will be lit up with a spectacular 3D LEGO® fireworks where guests will experience fireworks with a twist – of LEGO® bricks falling from the skies. Don’t forget to check out these spectacular promotions:- 1. Buy 2 Tickets FREE 1 (Booking Period: 12 Nov – 5 Dec 2018) 2. Buy two (2) adult ticket and get one (1) child ticket for FREE exclusively at http://legoland.my 3. Get 15% off the best available room rate on http://legoland.my 4. Get a FREE LEGO® Christmas Gift Playset with a minimum purchase of SGD$147 while stocks last.

Come New Year's Eve, Marina Bay and the Civic District will once again be transformed into Singapore’s largest countdown celebration venue as people from all walks of life get to ring in 2019 with a variety of exciting events taking place in the heart of our city from early evening till past midnight. With Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2019, members of the public can look forward to a whole host of activities across various partner event hubs around Marina Bay and Civic District. These activities include: -Light projection shows on key landmarks around the bay -Let's Celebrate 2019 countdown concert by Mediacorp at The Promontory, made free for the public for the first time -Food Truck Fest at the Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza offering modern local gastronomical delights -Esplanade Presents Come Together outdoor performances by local acts at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre -Prudential Marina Bay Carnival at the Bayfront Event Space -Car-Free New Year's Eve at the Civic District where the roads around the Padang will be closed to vehicular traffic for activities such as movie screenings, live performances, bazaars, salsa dancing and more -STAR ISLAND Singapore Countdown Edition bringing you an awe-inspiring fireworks display set against the iconic Singapore's city skyline In addition, Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2019 is partnering with National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre for the Build a Dream initiative, a collective effort to support the less fortunate in fulfilling their dreams and personal development. As part of the initiative, artworks created by students and beneficiaries of local schools and welfare organisations will be transformed into a series of dazzling light projections on the facades of key landmarks around Marina Bay. For more information, visit www.marinabaycountdown.sg.

Ring in the New Year away from the bustling city and join Coastes for its annual Beach BBQ Countdown Party at Siloso Beach, Sentosa. Party by the beach and indulge in an all-you-can-eat spread of freshly-grilled seafood, succulent meats, hearty mains and sweet treats at just $75 per adult and $35 per child. Toast to a new year with a wide selection of premium drinks and unbeatable drink promotions with Heineken Jugs at $28 each, $9 for a glass of housepour spirit, $44 sparkling wine bottle, $48 for selected red/white/rose wine bottles and more. Enjoy live music and dance the night away on Coastes' sandy dance floor as SF-XPRESS led by music maestro, Stephen Francis, and featuring powerhouse vocals of Lily Anna Nuris, fill the starry night with upbeat Pop classics and chart-toppers with a twist of Rock, Funk and Soul. Date & Day: 31 December 2018, Monday Time: 6pm till Late BBQ Buffet Price: $75 (Adult), $35 (Child aged 12 and below) Address: Coastes, 50 Siloso Beach Walk #01-06 Singapore 099000 Tickets Availability: Coastes Shopify Store (https://coastes.myshopify.com/)

Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay is happening from 30th November to 26th December 2018! Enjoy an authentic festive experience with an exciting array of free live performances, tantalising food and beverage options and attractive prizes! Event: Christmas Wonderland 2018 @ Gardens by the Bay Event Dates: 30 November – 26 December 2018, 4pm to 11pm daily Admission Ticket Price: 30 NOV - 6 DEC $4 ONLINE / $6 ONSITE 7 DEC - 13 DEC $6 ONLINE / $8 ONSITE 14 DEC - 26 DEC $8 ONLINE / $10 ONSITE *Entry is complimentary for up to 2 children under 0.9m for each paying adult. *Purchase entry tickets online at least 1 day before your visit. Same-day admission tickets can only be purchased at the ticketing counters onsite. *Separate charges apply for certain Christmas Wonderland attractions, OCBC Skyway and Gardens by the Bay conservatories Tickets can be purchased at www.christmaswonderland.sg or at on-site ticketing booths from 30 November. Visitors young and old can enjoy carnival games and rides throughout Christmas Wonderland. Hop on the Christmas train and new attractions including the Snowman Swing, Santa’s Train, Mini Ferris Wheel, Carousel, Ski Gliders or Gingerbread inflatables for a memorable time or test your mettle at the carnival game stalls to win adorable plushies. Tokens are required to play the carnival games and rides. A brand-new line-up of local music talents – Joanna Dong, Rani Singam & Andrew Lim, Lorong Boys, Orchestra Collective, Sobs, Sara Wee x Joie Tan x JAWN and .gif – will perform for the very first time at Christmas Wonderland. Choirs will also ring in the festive cheer with classic choral performances. Over at the Festive Market, visitors will discover unusual food finds, both savoury and sweet, that are exclusive to Christmas Wonderland. With the diverse range of craft vendors at the Festive Market, you can be sure to pick up a unique gift for your loved ones at Christmas Wonderland. From 30 November to 26 December, all visitors will stand a chance to win one of ten prizes in three Christmas Wonderland Giveaway conducted on 7, 14 and 27 December. Prizes include three Genting Dream cruise holidays for a family of four worth $4,600 each, a 3-day trip for two to Bali, Pattaya or Penang, inclusive of a two night stay at Hard Rock hotel and return flight tickets worth up to $2,500 each as well as shopping vouchers. Daily instant wins for various Christmas Wonderland experiences are also up for grabs at the event, including outdoor skating sessions, free carnival games and rides as well as tickets to ‘The Magic of Rob Lake’. Terms and conditions apply. Admission tickets to Christmas Wonderland are available for sale online from $4 per person, with tickets priced at $2 more on-site. Visitors can also save up to 30% with the Family and Friends online bundle for Christmas Wonderland and ‘The Magic of Rob Lake’ admission tickets (subject to availability). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.christmaswonderland.sg/.

A Universal Christmas returns to Universal Studios Singapore with a full repertoire of experiences including dazzling light displays, all-new musical performances and spectacular fireworks. Park hours are extended till 9pm and 10pm on select nights, in addition to adrenaline-filled rides and world-class attractions at the theme park. What: A Universal Christmas When: 1 December 2018 to 1 January 2019 Where: Universal Studios Singapore Tickets: Singapore Residents enjoy online discounts on admission at S$72 for an adult one-day ticket (U.P. S$76), along with a limited edition EZ-link card and a complimentary S$5 retail voucher. Event Highlights: -Elf Town -Santa’s Snowy Sleigh Parade -Santa's Christmas Light-Up Party -PRESENTAtion Day Show -A Christmas Date with Marilyn Monroe Show -Oscar’s Grouchmas Show -Turntables (Christmas Edition) -Rhythm Truck (Christmas Edition) -Betty Boop Step Into Christmas Show -King Julien’s Merry Mambo Christmas Party -Dance For The Magic Christmas Beans For event updates, visit https://www.rwsentosa.com/en/shows-and-events/christmas/universal-christmas

The Singapore Sports Hub will bask in photo-worthy visual treats with the dazzling neon glow of the Christmas trees light-up along the picturesque Kallang Basin, as it welcomes visitors to the year-end holiday season, replete with family-friendly activities at the Sports Hub Community Play Day on 1 and 2 December 2018. Held at the OCBC Square, the two-day event is a jolly time for the community to be entertained, engaged and to show support for a good cause. There will be a series of activities for the family including charity runs, carnival rides, games, inflatable playground, fitness workouts, sports try-outs, film screenings, a festive bazaar as well as stage performances. You can also be part of the two charity runs held at Sports Hub Community Play Day for a good cause on two consecutive days. They are the B60 Charity Run on 1 December and the Santa Run for Wishes on 2 December. Fashion for a Social Cause Runway is an inclusive runway show featuring models with special needs and disabilities who are advocating for good causes. Their goal is to make fashion accessible for everyone. Tune up your festive-meter throughout the day as visitors to the Hub will be entertained by activities such as sports try-outs that includes archery tag, Nerf combat, touch rugby and kin ball; mass fitness workouts such as Fitness marathon by Giordano G-motion; carnival and arcade games; a festive bazaar and the sale of handmade crafts. Film buffs can enjoy the screenings of short films by local filmmakers – 15 Shorts is a collection of films recounting true stories of giving by exploring topics such as poverty, isolation experienced by the elderly, and inclusive friendship. For more information on the Sports Hub Community Play Day, please visit www.sportshub.com.sg/CommunityPlayDay.

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, Finnish flag carrier Finnair is flying Santa Claus—straight from his hometown in Rovaniemi—onto our sunny shores of Singapore. On the afternoons of 7 and 8 December, Santa will pay special visits to the inaugural Nordic-Asia Christmas Festival, where Christmas will come early for the shoppers at Millenia Walk. Santa will tell a short story, interact with visitors, and give you a little something to take away… Only if you’ve been nice this year! A special lightwall and bench by the booth will serve as the perfect backdrop for photo opportunities with Santa, while a line-up of kid-friendly activities planned throughout the festival will keep the young ones entertained. An immersive shopping experience taking place from 3 to 9 December at the main atrium of the mall, the Nordic-Asia Christmas Festival will showcase artisanal and bespoke products flown in exclusively from Finland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland and Estonia, with an exclusive VR showcase of ”Virtual Helsinki”. Here, Finnair will have its own “Finnair Christmas Challenge” video booth, where shoppers are encouraged to answer the question ”What Would You Give Away to Get Away?” and stand to win a pair of tickets to the Nordics.

It’s spells, magic and Harry Potter-galore as the Wizarding World arrives at Changi Airport! From 16 November 2018 to mid-February 2019, witches, wizards and Muggles will get the opportunity to experience the magical Wizarding World, right in the heart of Changi Airport – where spaces will be transformed into iconic locations from the film series, complete with various themed activities and exclusive Harry Potter memorabilia. Fans of all ages now have the chance to meander through the captivating Diagon Alley-inspired setup (located near Terminal 3 Check-In Row 11) and participate in fun activities. Fans can don a robe inside the iconic shop, Madam Malkin’s Robes for all Occasions, learn how to cast spells, practice their Quidditch skills at the Quaffle Toss game and stack coins on a giant Niffler replica. Visitors are also welcome to take a leisurely stroll along the High Street of the enchanting Hogsmeade Village-inspired setup and take in the sights of well-known shops featuring Zonko’s Joke Shop, Madam Puddifoot’s Tea Shop, Owl Post Office and even catch a glimpse of the famous Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the distance. Located right at Terminal 3 Departure Hall, fans and visitors will be spellbound by daily live shows and simulated snowfall – guaranteed to get them in that festive, wintery mood as they capture wonderful holiday memories with the Hogwarts Express as the perfect backdrop! Other magical photo opportunities will also be available across the airport. Try and spot the Weasleys’ flying Ford Anglia stuck in the enchanted Whomping Willow setup as you go past the Terminal 2 Departure Hall or snap a photo of your visit to Newt Scamander’s Menagerie setup from the Fantastic Beasts series at Terminal 1 Transit Central Immigration. For fans who want to get their hands on Wizarding World keepsakes, look forward to a bespoke range of film-inspired plush toys, scarves and travel pillows available as purchase-with-purchase premiums at Changi Airport along with a variety of Wizarding World merchandise available at two pop-pp shops located in Terminals 1 and 3.

The National Museum of Singapore will be presenting the following programmes this Saturday, 24 November, in celebration of Grandparents’ Day. On top of these programmes, the museum will be offering free admission to visitors for all galleries during this weekend of 24-25 Nov, in support of the Grandparents’ Day special. This also includes free entry to ticketed exhibitions such as In an Instant: Polaroid at the Intersection of Art and Technology. (1+ years) Babes in the Forest by The Kueh Tutus Date & Time: Saturday, 24 November 2018 11.30am (45min per session) Venue: National Museum of Singapore Glass Rotunda, Level 2 Admission Fees: $8 per parent-child pair. The 10.15am session caters to crawlers (7 to 12 months old) while the 11.30am session caters to walkers (12 months to 2 years old). Limited to 12 pairs of parent and child per session (grandparents welcome to join FOC). Visit familyfunnms.peatix.com to register. Description: Babes in the Forest invites toddlers and their parents to an immersive experience at the Story of the Forest multimedia installation. Watch as talented dancers make the plants come alive in a cycle of growth and decay that keeps the forest going! Your little tots are encouraged to interact with the dancers and explore the museum space in their own unique ways even after the performance is over. (1.5 – 8 years)Sensory Playdate by Home Play Singapore Date & Time: Saturday, 24 November 2018 1.30pm (90min per session) Venue:National Museum of Singapore Goh Seng Choo Gallery & Glass Atrium, Level 2 Admission Fees: $20 per child. Recommended for children 18 months to 8 years old. Each child must be accompanied by a parent/grandparent. Limited to 25 children per session at $20 per child and $10 for each additional sibling (adults FOC). Visit familyfunnms.peatix.com to register. Description: Join for a fun family bonding session through sensory play at the new Magic & Menace exhibition! Start the session with a short self-guided tour of the gallery to discover the plants and animals in 19th-century Malay Peninsula. Then visit 5 activity stations to search for plants and feed "birds" at the sensory trays, create your own play dough collage with nature materials, paint with a "durian", and make your own porcupine toy to bring home! (4 – 8 years) My Tailor Shop by Amazing Art Shuttle Date & Time: Saturday, 24 November 2018 1.30pm (60min) Venue: National Museum of Singapore Modern Colony Gallery, Level 2 Admission Fees: $10 per parent-child pair. Recommended for children 4 to 8 years old. Each child must be accompanied by a parent/grandparent. Limited to 15 pairs of parent/grandparent and child. Visit familyfunnms.peatix.com to register. Description: Imagine you are a tailor in the 1920s, who is tasked with designing an exciting costume for a VIP. What will your costume look like? Join on an interactive tour of the Modern Colony gallery to learn about the fashion influences and trends of the 1920s, and create your own unique paper outfit after! 7+ Gran’s Short Stories Date & Time: Saturday, 24 November 2018 3pm (60min) Venue: National Museum of Singapore Outside Goh Seng Choo Gallery, Level 2 Admission Fees: Free. Limited to 15 children on a first come, first served basis. On-site registration starts from 2.30pm outside the Goh Seng Choo Gallery, Level 2. Description: Join great-grandmother and storyteller Eliza Quek for an exploration of the National Museum of Singapore’s prized William Farquhar Collection of Natural History Drawings! Learn about the myths and histories behind the animals represented in the collection such as the owl, rook, snake, turtle and stingray. This interactive session will have the whole family sharing stories about the animals that “live” in the museum! 4+ Drop-in Craft Activity – Cube Puzzle Date & Time: Saturday, 24 November 2018 11am – 5pm Venue: National Museum of Singapore Create Room, Level 3 Admission Fees: Free. No registration required. While stocks last. Last admission at 4.45pm. Description: In the mid-20th century, children in upper middle-class families commonly played with wooden cubes featuring a variety of faces, torsos or legs, which could be stacked to form different characters. Join for this craft activity to create your own cube puzzle toy, before visiting the Growing Up gallery to view the actual version and other old-school toys!