Parents, are your kids groaning about having to go back to school after the March Holidays? Did you manage to try all 9 things that we recommended in our article last week? Or do you just one to indulge your little ones (and yourself!) after a rough week? Well, ONE Intervention has just the thing for you! We’ve lined up 5 fabulously fun, FREE family activities that you can look forward to doing together this weekend.
Sounds too good to be true? Nah, these ideas are easy, no fuss and – best of all – at absolutely no cost! Sit back, relax and let us tell you all about it!
East Coast Park Escapades!
East Coast Park is the place to go to for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Sit by the stonewalls and enjoy the song of waves crashing to the shore. Or drop by in the evening for a relaxing family picnic under the light of the setting sun.
If you’re looking for a free, fun family adventure, why not visit the Coastal PlayGrove at East Coast Park?
This fantastic playground has a full range of facilities that are sure to keep your little ones excitedly running around for the entire day. Check out their Water Play Area if you need to cool down from the day’s sweltering heat!
For our ever-curious little scientists, we’ve got the Nature Playgarden with three different play features – wood, sand and gravel – to simulate different plant environments. Cool, right?
Maybe you want something quieter? Well, there’s a secret hidden gem at East Coast Park: A serene garden full of blooming flowers. It’s idyllic, straight out of a fairytale, and absolutely breathtaking in the sunset.
That’s right, we’re talking about the Bougainvillea Garden at East Coast Park!
That’s right, we’re talking about the Bougainvillea Garden at East Coast Park!
This place is slightly further away from the hubbub of the beach, but it’s completely worth it. Just sit by the blooms for a few minutes or so and admire the beauty of nature with your kids. You’re sure to come out feeling refreshed, recharged and ready to take on the coming week!
Still not convinced?
The beach is actually an amazing place for one’s mental health – both yours and your child’s. According to WebMD, the change of scenery on the beach can do wonders for your stress levels.
This is because the beach exposes you to a new variety of sensory feelings. Think of the salt breeze and the gritty sand that you can’t ever feel in the city. All of that helps increase mindfulness and improve your mood!
Be Whisked Away To A Fairytale In Gateway Arts Storytelling Saturdays!
If your kids want something more whimsical, why not accompany them to a storytelling session at Gateway Arts Theatre?
They offer a free, fun family bonding activity just for you and your little ones every single Saturday. From stories about a boy who spins clouds to a missing golden egg, your children are sure to be swept up in the magic of childhood fantasy.
We’re sure you’ve already heard about how reading is good for children. But do you really, really know why?
According to this article by Kumon, storytelling improves a child’s communication skills. By listening to a story told to them, they broaden their vocabulary and are exposed to new words. This strengthens their linguistic skill and gives them a solid foundation in language.
Storytelling also helps focus their attention, because if they don’t listen, they miss out on the plot. For your little ones who fidget and just can’t stay still, this may be a good start in teaching them how to listen to others.
Also, Gateway Art’s storytelling is done in small groups. That’s great news! Being read aloud to in a group hones your kid’s social skills. They learn to take turns speaking and not disrupt other children who are listening.
If you want to learn even more about the importance of reading in children, check out our very own article right here.
Plus, listening to stories is just plain relaxing! Sit back, relax and let these silly childhood tales wow your little ones.
Spend An Enchanting Night At Garden Rhapsody At Gardens By The Bay!
Be dazzled by the magical light show that Gardens By The Bay puts on every night.
This free, fun family activity sounds like a dreamy way to end a long day. Until the end of March 2025, the theme of the light show is Garden Waltz. Your kids can pretend to be the little princes and princesses that they are, and waltz to the enchanting music of the light show together!
Or if you’re willing to wait a little longer, April 2025’s theme is Enchanted Woods. The show promises an adventure filled with magical beings and mythical beasts. Sounds exciting, doesn’t it?
And while waiting for the Supertrees to light up, why not take a walk around Gardens By The Bay itself?
Our little zoologists will surely appreciate a stroll around Dragonfly and Kingfisher Lake. For a fun, free activity, dare your kids to spot as many dragonflies as they can! These small little insects are hard to see as they dart over the water and bushes.
And just think – at the end of the day, your whole family will be rewarded by the remarkable sight of the towering Supertrees lighting up against the night sky. Backed by the imposing skyline of Singapore, this will definitely be a night for you and your family to remember!
Frolic At Qian Hu Fish Farm!
Have you checked out ONE Intervention’s fishy adventure? And the funny stories that ensued from it?
Well, safe to say – our little ones absolutely love playing with our finned friends. And Qian Hu Fish Farm is here to deliver even more fun for the family. Best of all? Admission is FREE!
Customers have raved about it having the largest range of fish they’ve ever seen before, so you know this is the real deal. Qian Hu Fish Farm is the place to go if your kids want to learn more about fishes.
Most excitingly, the Farm boasts an impressive aquaculture business. This Fish Farm uses state-of-the-art technology and recycled water to farm antibiotic-free fish and shrimp.
And if your little ones want to get themselves a pet after this, who are you to deny their happiness and excitement?
The Farm also offers longkang fishing services for the low, low price of just $7.00. Kids will be able to relieve the kampong days, squatting by a stone pond and netting their fishes.
This bonding activity increases their awareness of the care and responsibility of living animals and lets them try something new. Plus, they get to bring home their fishy friends!
Worried about not having the right equipment to take care of your new pets? That’s okay!
The Farm also prides itself on its spacious aquariums and diverse pet accessories that are sure to leave you spoilt for choice. Whether you’re looking for fish food or a brand new tank, the Farm has got you covered.
Explore The Botanic Gardens!
We bet you didn’t know that this UNESCO World Heritage Site is over 150 years old! This historic piece of our Singapore history houses a fantastic variety of plants. Rare and beautiful forests, ancient trees, funky flowers – you name it, they’ve got it.
If you want somewhere quieter, Palm Valley is the place to go. It’s a little grassy slope that your kids can freely run over while you picnic in the grass. Shading the whole area are huge palms arranged in a herringbone pattern.
But if you’re looking for a free, fun family activity that can burn off all that extra energy from your kids? Botanic Gardens has got something for that too!
We recommend checking out their Como Adventure Cove. Children have the ultimate joy of climbing and swinging their way through this remarkable playground. Let your little ones unlock their inner Tarzan and just have fun!
The structures in the playground are cleverly designed after different types of trees. Your kids will love rolling and hopping about on the play areas resembling pods and seeds of the majestic Saga Tree. Or sliding around the structures built to look like the aerial roots of the Weeping Fig!
Set in nature, the Cove is a wonderful way to introduce kids to the beauty of their environment through play. They can develop a sense of discovery and a keen curiosity. Both of these are invaluable life skills that can hone their independence.
Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? Dreaming about the weekend where you can take your kids out on these fun, free family activities yet? We at ONE Intervention are longing for it just as much as you are.
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