The June school holidays run from Saturday, May 30 to Sunday, June 28 this year — a full 30 days. That's four weeks of "what are we doing today?" If you're a parent in Singapore, you need a plan. Not a rigid hour-by-hour schedule, but a list of options you can pull from — mixing free and paid, indoor and outdoor, active and calm, and covering everything from toddlers to upper primary. Here are 20 ideas that actually work.
Holiday period: Saturday, May 30 – Sunday, June 28 (30 days)
Vesak Day long weekend: Sat May 30 – Mon June 1 (Monday is the observed public holiday)
Term 3 starts: Monday, June 29
Pro tip: Use the first week for fun and exploration, the middle two for a mix of activities and downtime, and the final week for settling back into routine before school restarts.
Four weeks of holidays means your child could try a different art form every single week — canvas painting one session, mosaic art the next, then clay, 3D figurine painting, or sand art. That variety is what makes Art Journey one of the best June holiday activities for families. Every session produces a finished piece your child takes home. No term commitment — book one session or four.
Hours: Open daily 10am–9pm, including all public holidays
Book: artjourney.sg/book-now — book early for June holiday slots
Interactive science exhibits, the Curiosium play museum for younger children, and rotating special exhibitions. Fully air-conditioned. Allow half a day. SG residents often get free or discounted admission on certain days — check their website before visiting.
NLB branches across Singapore run free storytelling sessions, reading programmes, and craft workshops during the June holidays. The main library on Victoria Street has a superb children's section. Check the NLB events calendar ahead of each week for what's running near you.
Several studios (ABC Cooking Studio, Genius R Us, Baker's Brew) offer kids' baking workshops during the June holidays. Children learn to make cupcakes, cookies, or simple meals — and eat their creations afterwards. A good pairing with art activities for variety across the week.
The permanent Future World digital exhibition is captivating for children of all ages — interactive light projections, drawing stations where your artwork comes to life on screen, and immersive colour environments. Rotating exhibitions change throughout the year. Located at Marina Bay Sands.
The Far East Organization Children's Garden has water play areas, a treehouse, and suspension bridges — all free. Bring swimwear. Closed on Mondays. The Supertree Grove light show at 7:45pm is also free and worth staying for on a dry evening.
Rent bikes, fly a kite, build sandcastles, or let the kids loose at Marine Cove — one of Singapore's best outdoor playgrounds. Go late afternoon (after 4pm) to avoid the worst June heat. The beachside restaurants make for an easy dinner afterwards.
A nature playground designed for children — treehouses, water features, bridges, sensory garden. Free. Closed on Mondays. The wider Botanic Gardens (UNESCO World Heritage Site) are beautiful for a family walk.
A full-day outing. Bird Paradise works well for younger children (gentler terrain), the Zoo is the classic, and River Wonders is the shortest visit. Arrive when gates open to beat crowds and heat. Book online at mandai.com for better prices.
One of Singapore's newer nature playgrounds with sand play, water play, climbing structures, and a forest walk. Free. Less crowded than East Coast Park. Convenient for West Side families — and it pairs perfectly with a morning Art Journey session at nearby Plantation Plaza followed by an afternoon at the gardens.
Beach access is free. Skyline Luge (ages 6+), S.E.A. Aquarium, and Adventure Cove Waterpark are ticketed. A full Sentosa day can easily fill 6–8 hours. Go on a weekday for smaller crowds.
For rainy days or peak heat, indoor playgrounds (Amazonia, Kiztopia, Pororo Park, T-Play) and trampoline parks (Bounce, Superpark) let kids burn energy in air-conditioned comfort. Most have toddler zones for younger children.
The HSBC Rain Vortex (free to view), Canopy Park (ticketed — nets, slides, mazes, mirror maze), and Shiseido Forest Valley (free walk-through) make Jewel a solid half-day outing. Plenty of food options, and the Changi Experience Studio upstairs is surprisingly engaging for primary schoolers.
The 250-metre suspension bridge above the forest canopy is a memorable experience for older kids. The full loop trail takes 3–4 hours. Shorter routes exist for families who want a gentler walk. Go in the morning, bring water and repellent.
Several escape room operators (Xcape, Lockdown, Trapped) offer family-friendly or kids' themes. These work especially well for upper primary children who enjoy problem-solving and teamwork. Book in advance during the June holidays as popular rooms sell out.
Give each family member a small budget ($5–8) and visit a hawker centre you've never been to before. Try new dishes, compare notes, explore the market stalls. Tiong Bahru Market, Old Airport Road, Maxwell Food Centre, or your own neighbourhood gem. Costs almost nothing, takes 1–2 hours, and turns an ordinary lunch into an adventure.
Many Community Clubs and Residents' Committees run free or heavily subsidised holiday programmes during June — sports, craft, cooking, and nature activities. Check your nearest CC notice board or PA (People's Association) website for what's available. These programmes are some of the best-kept secrets in Singapore for families on a budget.
You don't need a studio for every art experience. Set up a home art station with materials you already own — paper, crayons, paint, old magazines for collage, cardboard for building. Assign a theme each day ("draw your dream house," "paint a self-portrait," "build a cardboard robot"). Our blog on affordable weekend activities has more ideas you can adapt for home use.
Singapore has over 350 parks and gardens. Pick one you've never visited. West Coast Park, Pasir Ris Park, Admiralty Park (biggest free playground in Singapore — 26 slides), or Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. Pack a picnic, bring bubbles and a ball, and spend the morning exploring.
Four weeks is a long time. Not every day needs to be filled. Build in intentional rest days — stay home, read books, play board games, bake something simple, or just let your child be bored (boredom is genuinely productive for creativity). A well-rested child returns to school in better shape than one who's been dragged through 30 days of activities.
Think in weeks, not days. Aim for 2–3 planned activities per week. Fill the rest with free play, rest, and spontaneous outings. Overscheduling is the fastest way to make the holidays stressful for everyone.
Alternate active and calm. A Zoo day on Monday? Tuesday should be a quiet home day. An art workshop on Wednesday? Thursday can be a park visit. This rhythm prevents exhaustion and keeps each activity feeling special.
Book ticketed activities in advance. The Zoo, Sentosa, Science Centre, and Art Journey all get busier during the June holidays. Online booking usually saves both time and money.
Use mornings for outdoor, afternoons for indoor. June in Singapore is hot. Outdoor activities are best before 10:30am or after 4pm. The hot midday hours (11am–3pm) are perfect for indoor activities, library visits, or art sessions.
Involve the kids in planning. Let each child pick one activity per week. When they've chosen something themselves, they're more engaged and less likely to complain.
A sample June holiday week:
Monday: Art workshop at Art Journey (morning). Home for lunch. Quiet afternoon.
Tuesday: Rest day — books, board games, home art project.
Wednesday: East Coast Park cycling and playground (morning). Hawker lunch.
Thursday: Library visit — storytelling session. Grocery shopping together (kids help).
Friday: Science Centre or indoor playground. Pizza dinner out.
Weekend: Family time — no plans needed.
For more ideas on handling busy weekends and holidays, check out our guide to where to bring kids today in Singapore.
Open daily throughout the June school holidays. Canvas painting, mosaic art, clay, figurines, sand art, and more — a different project every session. Book one or book four. Ages 3 and up.
Book a June Holiday SessionThe MOE June school holidays run from Saturday, May 30 to Sunday, June 28, 2026 — a total of 30 days. School Term 3 begins on Monday, June 29.
Many excellent options are free: the Children's Garden at Gardens by the Bay, Jacob Ballas Children's Garden at the Botanic Gardens, East Coast Park, Admiralty Park playground, NLB library programmes, Supertree Grove light show, Community Centre holiday programmes, and neighbourhood park visits.
Art workshops and art jamming at Art Journey, Science Centre Singapore, ArtScience Museum, indoor playgrounds (Kiztopia, Amazonia), trampoline parks, NLB library sessions, baking workshops, and kid-friendly escape rooms are all excellent indoor options for the hot June weather.
Yes. Art Journey is open daily from 10am to 9pm throughout the June holidays, including all public holidays. They offer a range of art formats — canvas painting, mosaic, clay, 3D figurine painting, sand art, and more. Booking in advance is recommended as June holiday sessions fill up.
Two to three planned activities per week is a good rhythm. Fill the remaining days with free play, rest, and spontaneous outings. Overscheduling makes the holidays stressful rather than restorative. Alternate between active days and calm days for the best balance.
Water play at Gardens by the Bay Children's Garden, Jurong Lake Gardens Nature Playgarden, indoor playgrounds with toddler zones (Pororo Park, T-Play), NLB storytelling sessions, and sensory-based art workshops at Art Journey (which accepts children from age 3) are all great options for toddlers.
Primary school children enjoy a wider range: art workshops covering different mediums each week, Science Centre, Mandai Zoo or Bird Paradise, Sentosa day trips, cycling at East Coast Park, MacRitchie TreeTop Walk (ages 7+), kid-friendly escape rooms (ages 8+), baking workshops, and Jewel Changi Canopy Park.