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What's New In June: NEW Jurassic World, Mandai ZooSchool, FutureWorld's Reopening & More
This June, check out new kids' activities, a free play space, a kid-friendly exhibition and revamped spaces including SuperPark Singapore and ArtScience Museum. New month, new finds! This month, there are two new openings to make a beeline for, including a dinosaur park at Cloud Forest, a free interactive play space at Asian Civilisations Museum and the revamped SuperPark Singapore. Plus, Gallery Children's Biennale 2025 is back with baby-friendly installations, SuperPark Singapore gets a revamp, and ArtScience Museum's acclaimed Future World reopens along with a new collaborative artwork exhibit. Click here for past What's New Mama finds! Disclaimer: These are external events not owned or managed by Sassy Mama. Always check with the organiser for changes or cancellations. Mandai ZooSchool: Singapore's first wildlife adventure school Keen to give your kids a learning experience like no other? Check out ZooSchool's exciting adventure programmes, specially designed for kids aged 3 to 12. Choose from a two-hour programme where kids can join an exciting card game challenge to learn fun facts about animals, or a full-day programme that includes wildlife interactions, basic first aid training and zookeeper talks. Plus, keep an eye out for their upcoming parent-tots nature-play sessions that are in the works! Deets: Mandai ZooSchool, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826, Jurassic World At Cloud Forest: Life-sized dinos & petting zoo Got a dino fan at home? Get tickets to Cloud Forest's newest addition–Jurassic World: The Experience. Here, dino fans can marvel at life-sized animatronic dinosaurs while soaking in the cool and relaxing atmosphere of the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay. Watch the prehistoric world come to life with an 8.5-metre tall Brachiosaurus that's almost three stories high, a terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex, and more. Look out for tiny Composognathus hidden within the pathways, plus get up close with baby dinosaurs at the Petting Zoo area. Deets: Jurassic World: The Experience, Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953, Read more: Where To See Dinosaurs In Singapore Singapore Symphony Orchestra: Exciting family concerts From 10am on 10 June 2025, you can book your tickets to Singapore Symphony Orchestra's upcoming family concerts because there's something for every music lover! Embark on a symphonic space adventure and navigate a galaxy of planets at Young Spacefarer's Guide to the Orchestra (6 September 2025, 11am & 2pm), perfect for families new to the orchestra. Bring babies along for SSO Babies' Proms (13 & 14 September 2025, 11am & 2pm), an energetic and engaging session where you and your little ones can move freely during the concert. For Halloween, check out SSO's Temasek Foundation × SSO: Halloween Spooktacular! (1 November 2025, 11am & 2pm; 2 November 2025, 11am), a spine-tingling concert with ghoulish giggles, mysterious melodies and plenty of Halloween flair. Next year, Wild Symphony with Maestro Mouse and his animal friends (21 March 2026, 11am & 2pm; 22 March 2026, 11am) will bring Dan Brown's bestselling children's book to life with poetry, animated visuals and enchanting melodies. Plus, come an hour before the show for pre-show activities, including the ever-popular Instrument Petting Zoo, so little ones can try playing the harp, cello and trumpet! Note: Concerts for Children shows are recommended for children aged 5 and above, and SSO Babies' Proms are recommended for children aged 6 and below. For SSO Babies' Proms, admission is free for children under 2 if they are accompanied by an adult with a ticket. Deets: Singapore Symphony Orchestra Family Concerts, Esplanade Concert Hall & Victoria Concert Hall, Read more: Must-Watch Kids' Theatre Shows & Concerts Gallery Children's Biennale 2025: Eight art installations for kids Gallery Children's Biennale 2025 is back at National Gallery Singapore with eight interactive art installations for kids of all ages. The theme of this edition is 'Tomorrow We'll Be' and spotlights four core values: Joy, Kindness, Dream and Love. For the first time ever, all of the installations are baby-friendly so they can explore the world through multi-sensorial art installations and engaging programmes like storytelling workshops, adventure trails, craft activities and more. Deets: Gallery Children's Biennale 2025, National Gallery Singapore, 1 Saint Andrew's Road, Singapore 178957, Curiosity Cove: New play space at Asian Civilisations Museum Curiosity Cove is a new family-friendly space at the Asian Civilisations Museum that invites the young and young-at-heart to discover who they are through hands-on activities, sensory experiences and plenty of play! Explore three thematic zones to answer these questions: 'Who am I?', 'What's my story?' and 'What can I create?' Each zone encourages you to unleash creativity through art, music and play–the sky is the limit! Deets: Curiosity Cove, Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555, Read more: Must-Visit Kid-Friendly Museums & Exhibitions In Singapore Mandai: New wildlife experiences & promos Celebrate SG60 at Mandai with new wildlife experiences and fabulous deals and promos for family memories this June holidays! From 7 June 2025, Hello from the Wild launches with 20-minute experiences that will give you up-close encounters with the gentle capybara at River Wonders and fennec foxes and ring-tailed lemurs at Singapore Zoo. Plus, Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters gives you the chance to meet adorable penguins at Bird Paradise. Plus, there are great deals to cop! Get two admission tickets to Singapore Zoo or River Wonders at $60, while seniors can enjoy the 'Friends of Mandai' five-park membership at a special rate of $60. Deets: Mandai Wildlife Group, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826, SuperPark Singapore: Revamped with 13 new attractions SuperPark Singapore reopens its doors, and it's bigger and bolder than ever before! Look forward to 34 exhilarating activities, including 13 brand-new installations and an in-park café. Spanning 25,000 square feet, this indoor playground in Singapore is one that your kids will want to come back to for more unstoppable fun. From an interactive games arena to an adventure zone with a climbing wall and a new Airbag Donut Slide, this indoor playground promises fun for the whole family! Deets: SuperPark Singapore, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-488 Suntec City Mall, Singapore 038983, ArtScience Museum: New installation & revamped exhibition Head to ArtScience Museum to explore a new installation created by renowned South Korean artist Do Ho Suh and his two daughters. Sculpted from colourful clay, Artland features fantastical plants, creatures and landscapes, inviting the young and old to contribute their own clay creations to this collaborative artwork. Plus, don't miss the revamped Future World: Where Art Meets Science which features major new installations by teamLab that explore the beauty of nature. Deets: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974, Retykle: Pre-loved pop-up shop at Plaza Singapura Check out Retykle's pop-up shop at Plaza Singapura where you can get 50 to 90% off over 2,500 preloved and new designer kids' fashion brands. From Bonpoint to Ralph Lauren, Jacadi, Moncler and more, you're sure to find cute kids' fashion to update the kids' wardrobe. They add fresh pieces every week, so you'll always have a reason to visit again. Plus, your pop-up (and online) purchases are also saved to your Retykle Virtual Closet so you can easily resell them when the kids have outgrown them! Deets: Retykle at Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road, #04-14, Singapore 238839, Read more: Best Flea Markets, Fairs & Farmer's Markets In Singapore Raffles Sentosa Singapore: New luxury all-villa resort opens If you fancy a luxurious getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life, retreat to Raffles Sentosa Singapore, the first all-villa resort on Sentosa Island. Here, you'll be surrounded by lush greenery, and you can unwind in a villa that will make you feel like royalty with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Each villa comes with a private pool and outdoor terrace, and you can enjoy the legendary Raffles Butler service for ultimate comfort and convenience. For a holistic experience, indulge in a relaxing massage, hit the gym or enjoy a science-backed facial. Deets: Raffles Sentosa Singapore, 4 Bukit Manis Road, Sentosa, Singapore 09947, Read more: Kid-Friendly Guide To Sentosa
Sassy Mama
02-05-2025
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What's New In May: NEW Artground Playground, A Train Hotel, Mario Kart @ Jewel & More!
This month, race over to Jewel Changi Airport for the Mario Kart and Nintendo pop-ups, explore a brand new innovation hub in the West, and discover an exciting new indoor playspace for the little ones! New month, new finds! This month, Jewel Changi Airport welcomes Mario Kart and Nintendo pop-ups, and there's an exciting new innovation hub in the West that'll have you planning your visit ASAP! Plus, we explored a refreshed indoor playspace at The Artground, packed with hands-on fun that the kids will love. Click here for past What's New Mama finds! Disclaimer: These are external events not owned or managed by Sassy Mama. Always check with the organiser for changes or cancellations. Train Pod: New train hotel using upcycled MRTs If you're a fan of trains, the new Train Pod at one-north is your next must-visit staycation spot. Opening in the second half of 2025, this new co-living hotel has eight tiny pods, each converted from a decommissioned MRT carriage and designed to sleep up to two guests. Look forward to MRT elements inside, including LCD panels in the driver's compartment that play real footage of the train's previous tunnel journeys. Guests can also enjoy a 24/7 vending machine café, an outdoor dining area, and public benches repurposed from actual MRT seats! Read all about the Train Pod @ one-north here! Deets: Train Pod @ one-north, 69 Ayer Rajah Crescent, Singapore 139961, Lotte Mart Express: First store in SG opens at VivoCity If you've ever visited South Korea, you've probably set foot in their popular hypermarket chain Lotte Mart. We've got good news–they have just opened its first store in FairPrice Xtra VivoCity, so you can satisfy your cravings for tasty Korean snacks, instant noodles and treats. From choco pie to soju highballs, corn chips and fried chicken, Lotte Mart Express has everything you need to put a smile on your face. Deets: Lotte Mart Express, FairPrice Extra VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-23 & #B2-23, 1 HarbourFront Walk, #B2-23 VivoCity, Singapore 098585, Geneo @ Singapore Science Park: New integrated Work-Live-Play hub Westies, there's a new hangout spot to add to your list! Geneo @ Singapore Science Park is a new live-work-play hub that comprises offices, labs, serviced apartments and retail spaces. Here, you'll find familiar F&B favourites like Luckin Coffee, Swensen's, and BreadTalk. While you're there, be sure to check out Singapore's first-ever distributed cooling system, which is powered by rooftop solar panels (over 1,800 of them!) Deets: Kinokuniya, opening August 2025, Raffles City, Level 3, Civic District Children's Season: Little Explorer's Trail, hands-on workshops & performances Children's Season in the Civic District is back with exciting activities that promise fun for the whole family! Step into a world of wonder and discover the world through the eyes of little ones through thrilling performances, hands-on workshops and interactive exhibits designed to spark curiosity and imagination. Drop by The Arts House at the Old Parliament, Asian Civilisations Museum, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, National Gallery Singapore and Victoria Theatre & Victoria Concert Hall for family-friendly activities. For the first time, Children's Season will introduce the Little Explorer's Trail, where kids can embark on an adventure trail in the Civic District. Drop by any of the three (out of the five) arts venues to collect three stamps on the trail map to redeem a free sticker sheet. This family-friendly activity allows families to explore Singapore and discover cultural gems in the heart of the city. Plus, don't miss various arts programmes happening within the precinct such as the 'Look At The World' concert by the Singapore Symphony Youth & Children's Choir at the Victoria Concert Hall and The Arts House Story Tour (part of Monstrous Fun! at The Arts House). Deets: Children's Season, May to June 2025 (The Little Explorer's Trail is from 30 May – 29 June 2025), various locations in the Civic District, Kinokuniya: New store at Raffles City this August! Kinokuniya is opening a brand-new outlet at Raffles City Shopping Centre this August! Spanning 3,433 sqft on the third floor, this cosy new space promises quiet moments of discovery with Kinokuniya's signature blue shelves and a dedicated Blue Room, a serene nook for immersive reads and literary escapes. The announcement follows news that the brand's iconic 38,000 sqft flagship store at Ngee Ann City will be downsized. Additionally, the brand has also closed its other outlets in recent years, reflecting the challenges of the shrinking book retail scene. Still, we know that this new store is a dose of good news for book lovers, and we're all for it! Deets: Kinokuniya, opening August 2025, Raffles City, Level 3, Yamaha Music School: New primary course for ages 3 to 5.5 Got a little musician at home? Yamaha Music School, AKA one of Singapore's most popular music schools, has just launched a brand-new Yamaha Primary Course for kiddos as young as 3! Designed for ages 3 to 5, this refreshed programme is packed with catchy new tunes, updated content, and new digital learning tools. Kids will benefit from Yamaha's distinctive teaching method: 'Listening,' 'Singing,' 'Playing,' and 'Reading.' With instruments like the Piano or Electone in hand, they'll build a solid musical foundation while learning to express themselves with confidence. The Yamaha Primary Course also helps little ones build social skills, teamwork, and other lifelong skills. Lessons are led by certified Yamaha teachers who possess extensive musical knowledge and excellent communication skills, ensuring high-quality instruction. Yamaha Music School is hosting an Exclusive Primary Experience Corner at Plaza Singapura branch from April to June, which includes hands-on activities and more. More information here. Deets: Yamaha Music School, The Cathay: Revamped mall after 2-year renovation Everyone's go-to hangout spot in Dhoby Ghaut has just reopened following a 2-year renovation! The revamped 16-storey Cathay Building features a shopping mall from Levels 1 to 6, and from Levels 7 to 16, The Cathay Residence. While the iconic cinema is no longer there, there's still plenty to do. From a 24-hour gym to burn off those snacks to delicious F&B spots to satisfy every craving. One of the main highlights is the new three-story, 360-degree multimedia screen featuring dynamic visuals in HD! Check out our full guide of The Cathay at Dhoby Ghaut here. Deets: The Cathay, 2 Handy Road, Singapore 229233, PropNex Family Zone: Free outdoor playground @ Gardens by The Bay Heading to the iconic Gardens by the Bay soon? Good news because there's a brand-new outdoor playground, and it's inspired by the Supertrees themselves! This sizeable play space features towering wooden structures that mimic the look of the Supertrees, and yes, they even light up at night! Older kids will love the climbing structures and tall slide, while little ones will enjoy the giant sandpit that glows after dark. There's even a mini marketplace that is perfect for pretend play. Check out our full review of the Propnex Family Zone at Gardens by The Bay here and watch our Reel here. Deets: Propnex Family Zone, Gardens by The Bay Active Garden, The Artground @ GAC: New 'Lost Islands' indoor playspace The Artground has just unveiled its newest playspace, and we guarantee you'd want to check this one out! This play space presents three different interactive exhibitions for kids throughout the year, and its latest exhibition – Lost Islands – invites little adventurers to journey across the islands of Singapore and Indonesia, where myths, folklore, and legends come to life. Just opened in April, this new indoor playground features climbing elements and a sensory path set along the back of a majestic mythical sea dragon! Watch our reel here. Deets: The Artground @ GAC, Goodman Arts Centre, Revamped Museum of Ice Cream: New installations including a Banana Maze Possibly one of the most colourful, kid-friendly museums in Singapore, the Museum of Ice Cream has just reopened after a sweet revamp, complete with new interactive installations that'll have you chasing your next sugar rush. New highlights to look forward to include the adorable Animal Cookie Ride, a brand-new bouncy castle, the Infinity Mirror Party Zone as well as Singapore's first-ever Banana Maze! The carnival area also has nostalgic games for a dose of childhood fun. Plus, you can now indulge in up to 19 ice cream flavours and 8 toppings during your visit! Check out our full review of Museum of Ice Cream and watch our Reel here. Deets: Museum of Ice Cream Singapore, 100 Loewen Road, Dempsey, Singapore 248837, Nintendo Pop-Up store @ Jewel Changi Airport: New and exclusive merchandise The popular Nintendo pop-up is making a comeback at Jewel Changi Airport, and this year, it's bigger than ever! Expect 150 new and exclusive merchandise items from fan-favourite games like Super Mario, Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, Splatoon, Pikmin and more. Think stationery, figurines, apparel, and plenty of collectables! Plus, be sure to spot Mario-themed installations located around Jewel, including a massive Rainbow Road centrepiece! Deets: Nintendo pop-up store, Jewel Changi Airport,
