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October 2023
All You Need for a Kid-friendly Halloween 2023 – From Creepy Costumes to Enchanting Events
Horror houses and scare fests are all well and good when you’re a footloose teenager or fancy-free young adult. But once you get promoted to parenthood, it’s time to replace Annabelle and Sadako with Cookie Monster and Sulley. We search out the best hair-raising happenings and fa-boo-lous feasts for a suitably kid-friendly Halloween 2023.
But in the meantime, start building the spooky suspense and setting the monstrous mood with the best costumes and decorations. With just under a month to go before Halloween, it’s time to get kooky and creative. This list of resources should help you fulfil those delightfully devilish plans.
(See also: OCTOBER 2023: EAT, PLAY, SHOP & MORE FOR FAMILIES IN SINGAPORE THIS MONTH)
Get Dressed in Boo-tiful Costumes
The first thing to think about is kid-friendly Halloween costumes. After all, candy aside, the best part of Halloween for any kid (and kid-at-heart) revolves around dressing up. From little Disney princesses to mini Marvel superheroes, or the more traditional witch or ghoul costumes, you can buy or rent from one of these stores.
Absolute Costumez
Looking for one-of-a-kind costume ideas? Then head to Absolute Costumez, which stocks over 2,000 costumes and 200 exclusives. In particular, they specialise in children’s costumes, although they carry plenty of options for grown-ups too. You can visit their shop to try costumes on, or simply shop online, with free delivery on orders over $60.
Where #01-16, Oxley Bizhub 2, 62 Ubi Road 1
When Mondays to Fridays, 10am – 6.30pm | Saturdays, 10am – 2pm
Web www.absolutecostumez.com.sg
CCM – Customade Costume & Merchandise
CCM is a costume rental specialist offering freshly laundered costumes and alteration services. Simply select your costume from the massive online catalogue and book it online. Alternatively, pop by the showroom for fittings. Then collect your costumes the day before your party or have them delivered to you. Finally, return the costumes on the third or next working day.
Where #02-09, 9 Kallang Place
When Mondays to Fridays, 11am – 7pm | Saturdays, 10.30am – 3pm
Web www.ccm.com.sg
Children’s Costume Specialist
As its name suggests, Children’s Costume Specialist is a go-to for kids costumes. A husband-and-wife team who struggled to find quality costumes for preschool end-of-year concerts decided to fill the niche themselves. Since 2012, they’ve grown into Singapore’s largest dedicated children’s costume store. Shop online or at their physical store next to Macpherson MRT station.
Where #05-10, AZ@Paya Lebar, 140 Paya Lebar Road
When Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 7pm
Web www.childrenscostume.com
Costume World
One of Singapore’s largest online retailers of costumes, accessories, props, and party decorations actually has its headquarters in Melbourne, Australia. Still, it has shipped over half a million costumes to Singapore, Australia, and beyond since 2009. It boasts options for adults, kids, babies, and pets, including fully licensed character costumes, from Star Wars to Harry Potter.
Costumes ‘n’ Parties
A rental service with costumes for infants all the way to grown adults, Costumes ‘n’ Parties is a great option if you don’t really want to buy a new costume that your child will grow out of in no time. Their costumes are well-maintained and laundered after every hire. They also stock a range of accessories for sale, including masks, wigs and make-up.
Where #02-16/17/18, Havelock II, 2 Havelock Road
When Mondays to Fridays, 11am – 8pm | Saturdays, 11am – 6pm
Web www.costumes-n-parties.com
H&M
While shopping for themselves at H&M, many mummies pop by the kids department to get their kids togged out too. But did you know that H&M also stocks the most adorable costumes in the season leading up to Halloween? We love the zombie fancy dress costume for kids from three to 14 years old!
Where 8 outlets islandwide
When click here for individual outlet details
Web www2.hm.com
Pan-In-The-Box
In 2003, Pan-In-The-Box opened as the first cosplay shop in Singapore. But while it maintains cosy service standards, its range continues to evolve and expand. While it does have an e-commerce presence, we recommend you head to their shop near Paya Lebar MRT station. There, you can try on a wide range of anime and character costumes and accessories for purchase or rental.
Where #01-129, 1015 Geylang East Avenue 3
When 10.30am – 8pm daily
Web www.paninthebox.com.sg
Spotlight
Everyone goes to Spotlight for fabrics and craft supplies, but did you know that Spotlight also turns into the Home of Halloween each year? Let their enticing window displays draw you inside to find just about anything you’ll need. They stock a vast range of costumes and accessories for kids and adults, as well as tableware and decorative items.
Where Level 5, Plaza Singapura | Level 3, Westgate
When 10am – 10pm daily
Web www.spotlightstores.com/sg
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Get Tickets to Kid-friendly Halloween Events
Costumes at the ready, looking for places to take the kids out for some haunting good fun? Then you’ll be glad to know that not all Halloween-themed happenings are nightmare-inducing. Here’s a list of kid-friendly Halloween events that won’t end in boo-hoo-hoos for your little ones. Get your tickets now!
Trick or Thrills at Universal Studios Singapore
While Universal Studios Singapore plays host to Halloween Horror Nights 11 after dark, it hasn’t forgotten the little ones. In broad daylight, the whole family can meet-and-greet Minion Monsters, The Sorceress, Bride of Frankenstein, and the Scorpion King. Then get groovy at The Candy Conquest show, where you can win attractive prizes for the best costumes. Prepare to candy-grab all the way, and savour scarily good treats at food carts and restaurants across the park too.
Where Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa
When Till 5 November, 11am – 6pm
Cost $76 per child | $98 per adult
Web www.rwsentosa.com/trickorthrills
GPlus Dental’s Spooktacular Dental Hygiene Event
Candy is a huge part of Halloween, so GPlus Dental wants to ensure our youngsters maintain healthy smiles throughout. They’re inviting families to dress up for this spooktacular event that infuses dental hygiene into engaging activities for kids. While the little ones are having fun, adults can enjoy live music and a sumptuous spread of Latin American cuisine. Dr James, founder of GPlus Dental, will also be on hand to address your questions and give away complimentary services.
Where #02-01, Camden Medical Centre
When 7 October, 2pm – 4pm
Cost Free
Web www.gdental.com.sg | RSVP here by 29 September
Halloween Scaretacular at Century Square & White Sands
The Malls of Fraser Property has rolled out a month of Halloween family fun. At White Sands, embark on a scavenger hunt, capture boo-tiful memories at the photo booth, and participate in craft workshops. Then drop by Century Square’s Halloween Carnival from 25 October, go on an exclusive trick-or-treat tour, and join a Halloween candle-making workshop. Kids 12 years and below can also register for the Halloween Best Dressed Competition. Look out for monsters on the loose around the mall too!
Where Century Square & White Sands
When Till 31 October (activities on selected dates)
Cost Shop to participate
Web www.frasersexperience.com
Marina Square’s Halloween Trick or Treats Extravaganza
Get ready for spine-tingling and kid-friendly Halloween fun as Marina Square’s Marina Foyer Atrium transforms into a Halloween wonderland. Post for Insta-worthy photos at the mysterious cauldron, catch the monstrous spider, and fall under the spell of spooky eyeballs. An inflatable Pumpkin Bouncy Castle also beckons young thrill-seekers to a fang-tastic playtime. On 28 October, don your scariest costumes and bring your little goblins to the Children’s Halloween Party. Kids 4 to 10 years old can also sign up for Elmer’s Slime Workshop and create Halloween Gooey Smoothies.
Where Marina Foyer Atrium, Marina Square
When 13 to 31 October
Cost Free, except Elmer’s Slime Workshop at $25 per child (register at Marina Square’s customer service counter)
Web www.marinasquare.com.sg
Anchorpoint’s Pumpkin Treat
During the last two weeks of October, Anchorpoint is kickstarting kid-friendly Halloween fun with its first-ever Pumpkin Treat. The newly renovated mall’s B1 atrium will transform into a festive pumpkin patch with free activities. Ideal for kids from 3 to 12 years, there’ll be a pumpkin maze and ball pit filled with hidden treats, face-painting, jack-o’-lantern crafts, and of course, a best costume contest. Mall tenants are joining in with spooky decorations, exclusive Halloween bakes, and cauldrons of free candy for trick-or-treaters!
Where Basement 1, Anchorpoint
When 21, 22, 28 & 29 October
Cost Free
Web www.anchorpoint.com.sg
Golden Village Halloween Extravaganza: Trolls Band Together
Have a troll-tastic day with Poppy, Branch, and their lovable Troll friends at GV VivoCity’s Halloween Extravaganza. Prizes are up for grabs in the Spin & Win, Popcorn Count, and Best Dressed contests. Oh, and of course, you get to catch the action-packed, all-star, rainbow-coloured family reunion in Trolls Band Together. Each ticket also comes with a goodie bag worth $30, while every pair of tickets enjoys a complimentary Trolls Band Together popcorn combo.
Where GV VivoCity, GVmax (Hall 1)
When 28 October, 2pm
Cost From $26
Web www.gv.com.sg
The Polliwogs’ Spooktacular Halloween Party 2023
Step into a world of candy-fuelled magic and mischief at The Polliwogs VivoCity on 28 October. In this theatrical Halloween experience, little adventurers take on daring challenges, solve intricate puzzles, and engage in hilarious monster chases. Admission also includes a goodie bag, return playground tickets, and a lucky draw. On every Saturday in October prior, go on spine-tingling scavenger hunts at The Polliwogs VivoCity and Clarke Quay Central.
Where #03-12, VivoCity
When 28 October, 7.30pm – 9.45pm
Cost From $58 per parent-child pair | $12 per additional adult
Web www.thepolliwogs.com | Tickets here
VCHpresents Organ: A Haunted Halloween Hymn
From whispering wails to ghastly groans, no instrument evokes gothic gloom like the pipe organ. Let organist Loraine Muthiah send musical shivers down your spine in this Halloween edition of VCHpresents Organ. Joining her is the Singapore Symphony Chorus, whose keening voices will fill the Victoria Concert Hall. Together, they will perform songs of Dan Forrest, Andrew Lloyd Webber and more. Children must be at least seven years old to attend.
Where Victoria Concert Hall, 11 Empress Place
When 28 October, 7.30pm – 8.30pm | 29 October, 4pm – 5pm
Cost $10
Web www.sso.org.sg
Cluny Court’s Trick-Or-Treat
Cluny Court’s popular annual kid-friendly Trick-Or-Treat is back. Come dressed in your Halloween best and head up to Level Two of the mall to collect your map. Then knock on the doors of 14 participating stores to collect free candy. There will also be face-painting for little ones to transform into their favourite Halloween character, as well as lots of Halloween decorations to get the perfect spooky photograph.
Where Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road
When 29 October, 10am – 4pm
Cost Free
Web www.clunycourt.com
Candlelight Halloween: Best Soundtracks of Tim Burton
Embark on a spine-chilling Candlelight special inspired by the soundtracks of iconic Tim Burton movies. Relive your favourite scenes to the tune of familiar kooky scores from The Addams Family, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sweeney Todd, Beetlejuice, Alice in Wonderland, and more. Bask in the gentle glow of candlelight in the atmospheric CHIJMES Hall during this unconventional Halloween encounter. Children must be eight years and older.
Where CHIJMES Hall, #01-28, 30 Victoria Street
When 31 October, 7pm – 8pm or 9pm – 10pm
Cost From $39
Web www.feverup.com
LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort’s Brick-or-Treat Halloween Monster Party
Or cross the Causeway for LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort’s annual Brick-or-Treat Halloween celebration. The adventure begins on the Candy Trail, where kids go brick-or-treating, build LEGO pumpkins, and concoct potions with friendly witches. Meet and greet your favourite Halloween characters and catch LEGO monsters’ spellbinding performances on stage. And for this year’s Monster Party, kids in costumes enter the theme park for free — and stand to win prizes in the Monster Disguise Costume Contest every weekend!
Where 7 Jalan Legoland, Bandar Medini Iskandar Malaysia, 79250 Iskandar Puteri, Johor
When Till 5 November
Cost RM249 (approximately $74) per adult
Web www.legoland.com.my
(See also: LEGOLAND HOTEL MALAYSIA: STAY AND PLAY WITH ROYALTY, PIRATES, NINJAS, AND ADVENTURERS (REVIEW))
SimplyGo EZ-Link presents Holey Moley
For some extra kid-friendly Halloween fun on the go, unleash your inner pumpkin-smasher. Holey Moley is the classic whack-a-mole game concept with a Halloween twist. Your task is to smash as many pumpkins as you can within a heart-pounding 20-second round. Beware of the unpredictable spider! Besides winning cashback through smashing pumpkins, get up to $12 cashback by conquering the milestones. Earn chances to play by travelling with your SimplyGo EZ-Link card or SimplyGo Concession card paired to the EZ-Link app.
Where On your EZ-Link mobile app
When Till 12 November
Cost Free
Web bit.ly/holeymoleygame (download the EZ-Link app and link your SimplyGo EZ-Link card)
Put up Fear-tastic Decorations
If you’re planning to stay home, it’s time to deck out your kid-friendly Halloween party with all manner of props and decorations. Here is a list of popular online and brick-and-mortar party supply stores in Singapore. Some of these also carry costumes and accessories you might consider as well.
AZ Gift & Trading
One of the original party supplies stores that moved from Blanco Court to The Concourse, AZ Gift & Trading is now plying their trade in the Bugis area (next to Bugis+). Apart from its location, nothing else has changed. They still cover all your party needs, from trick-or-treat pumpkin buckets and LED pirate skulls to spider piñatas. You’ll even find sets of disposable tableware in ‘coffins’!
Where #01-01, ICB Enterprise House, 116 Middle Road
When Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 8pm | Sundays & Public Holidays, 11am – 7pm
Web www.azgift.com.sg
Bug’s Party
If you’re one of those who shops in Johor Bahru regularly, it’s possible you may find Bug’s Party familiar. This party supplies store has everything from bloody digits to bat skeletons — all fake, of course. You’ll also find friendly ghost banners, party favours, and cute costumes for the little ones. To avoid the traffic jams, simply order online and they’ll deliver to your home here in Singapore!
Where 27-G, Jalan Bestari 4/2, Taman Nusa Bestari, 79150 Iskandar Puteri, Johor
When Mondays to Saturdays, 9.30am – 6pm
Web www.bugsparty.com
CGS Party (Chin Giap Soon)
Another stalwart from the glory days of Blanco Court, Chin Giap Soon now calls itself CGS Party. But that doesn’t change the fact that it remains a one-stop shop for party supplies, balloons, festive decor, and more. For witches’ cauldrons, glow-in-the-dark spider web decorations, as well as all the partyware you need, drop by their current shop or shop online.
Where #03-16/17/18, KINEX
When Mondays to Saturdays, 10.30am – 7pm
Web www.cgsparty.com
Daiso Singapore
Shoppers who frequent Daiso know that the Japanese value chain stores stock their Halloween range at this time of year. This year, new highlights include themed candy trays, mini spooky baskets, ceramic figurines, fabric panel decorations, and ghostly LED garlands. These join the usual kooky accessories such as witches’ hats and jack-o’-lantern face masks.
Where 32 outlets islandwide
When 10am – 10pm daily
Web www.daisosingapore.com.sg
Party City
Another leading retailer of party supplies, Party City is a go-to for residents living in the west. Whether you’re planning a kid’s birthday party or a homely Halloween affair, this one-stop shop has you covered. Besides themed partyware and loot bags, you’ll also find spooky props and decorations, fun hats and masks, and costumes for the whole family.
Where #02-23, Holland Road Shopping Centre
When Mondays to Saturdays, 10am – 7pm | Sundays & Public Holidays, 10am – 6pm
Web www.partycity.sg
Party with Us
For over two decades, Party With Us has been the go-to party supplies provider for many families in Singapore. While its brick-and-mortar store closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still shop online. Apart from fancy balloons and party favours, you’ll also find a wide range of Halloween decorations and costumes.
WoW! Let’s Party
No time to go shopping? Shop online for a wide range of decorations, tableware and more from WoW! Let’s Party. From family-friendly pumpkin window stickers and cute tinsel spiders to more hardcore bloody props, there’s something for everyone. You can also drop by their brick-and-mortar stores if you prefer browsing in person.
Where 5 outlets islandwide
When click here for individual outlet details
Web www.wowletsparty.com
(See also: 8 FREE WAYS TO ENGAGE KIDS IN ARTS AT HOME – SINGAPORE STYLE!)
Go Trick-or-Treating without the Tricks
And finally, there’s no occasion that you can’t enhance with yummy food — even if it’s intentionally created to look unappetising. Complete your kid-friendly Halloween with fang-tastic fare ranging from beastly boo-ffets to spellbinding snacks.
A Haunting Halloween Dinner Feast at Greenhouse
Indulge in spooky splendour with the family at Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore as Greenhouse presents A Haunting Halloween Dinner Feast ($98 per adult, $34 per child). First, savour a bewitching menu at the Thai, Indian, Japanese, Mediterranean, and Chinese kitchens. Then the exclusive Halloween-themed dessert buffet offers Chocolate Dipped Ghost Grissini, Chocolate Worm Cake, Bloody Velvet Cake, and more. Don your most frightful attire and enjoy a spooky transformation with complimentary face painting during the Halloween fête.
28 October, 6pm – 9.30pm at Level 2A, Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore. More details here
LAVO Sunday Champagne Brunch: Halloween Edition
Gather the squad for an epic Halloween-themed edition of LAVO Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar’s popular Sunday Champagne Brunch (from $98 per adult, $38 per child). Look forward to its signature range of raw seafood on ice, brick-oven pizzas, and hearty brunch favourites. Then revel in the spirit of Halloween with themed pastries and even a red-hued chocolate fondue fit for the occasion. The grown-ups can also opt to top up $70 for bottomless Veuve Clicquot bubbly.
29 October, 12nn – 3pm at Level 57, Marina Bay Sands Hotel Tower 1. More details here
Trick or Treat with Baker & Cook
Check out Baker & Cook’s bewitching collection of Halloween-themed bakes for your party. There’s Ghostly Meringue ($4.80), Creepy Gingerbread ($5.40 for two), Spooky Pumpkin Choux ($5.80), and Jack O’Lantern Fougasse ($8). Not forgetting the Eerie Pain au Levain and Good O’Pumpkin & Cumin Bread at $8.70 each. And as always, don’t miss out on trick-or-treating at all Baker & Cook stores (except Holiday Inn Express Clarke Quay)! It happens on 28, 29, and 31 October, so bring your little monsters, witches, and vampires for an eerie-licious time!
23 to 31 October at all Baker & Cook stores and online
Baker’s Brew’s Spooktacular Halloween Collection
Straight from the cauldron, Baker’s Brew’s Halloween cakes (from $138) will leave everyone spellbound this spooky season. The creepy collection includes the stuff of nightmares, including the Witch’s Pimple Delight and Brain Buffet cakes. Ready to enchant the little ones, however, is the cute collection of Boo-rific Ghost, Cobwebbed Pumpkin Pal, Franken-treat, and Purrfectly Witching cakes. The Monster Mashup Cupcakes ($42.80 for six) are perfect for trick-or-treating too.
Order via Baker’s Brew online
Châteraisé Seasonal Halloween Treats
Everyone’s favourite Japanese bakery Châteraisé turns up the cute on spooky. Made with premium ingredients and natural, tasty products, these mini cakes are as yummy as they are kawaii. Don’t miss the Halloween Black Cat, Pumpkin Ghost, and Naughty Ghost at $6.70 each. Next, the Halloween Chocolate Caramel Roll ($2.40) is a perfect on-the-go treat. Finally, complete your kid-friendly Halloween party with the Cute Little Ghost Cake ($45) filled with pumpkin dice and topped with ghouls galore.
At Châteraisé outlets islandwide and online
GODIVA Halloween 2023 Specials
Elevate the Halloween gifting experience with GODIVA’s captivating selections. Firstly, unfold the adorable new Halloween Box ($32) to discover Milk Chocolate Pearls and G Cube Dark Chocolates. Then, back by popular demand, the Halloween Pumpkin G Cube ($49) holds 18 pieces of six spellbinding flavours. From now till 31 October, a selection of gift-with-purchase deals await shoppers too.
While stocks last at GODIVA Bugis Junction, Jewel Changi Airport, Raffles City, Suntec City, Takashimaya S.C., and online
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Host a Killer Party with foodpanda
Planning a howling good time has never been easier with doorstep delivery via foodpanda shops. Stock up on Cadbury Halloween chocolates ($15.20) and Chupa Chups Scary Mix Gummies ($2.85) from pandamart. As the watching hour approaches, order in bundle deals of party favourites for your scary movie marathon. There’s the Pizza Hut Special Bundle (from $47) or a Popeyes Party Meal ($26.50 for two). Finally, end the night on a bewitching note with limited-edition Scooby-Doo-themed Halloween doughnuts (from $4.60) from Krispy Kreme.
Order via www.foodpanda.sg or your foodpanda mobile app
Of course, there are the usual suspects where you can source more kid-friendly Halloween supplies. From Halloween candy to witches’ hats, these online and offline marketplaces will cover the bases and more:
- Amazon Singapore online and mobile app
- Cold Storage and CS Fresh supermarkets and online
- Lazada mobile app and online
- Marks & Spencer stores and online
- NTUC FairPrice supermarkets and online
- RedMart online supermarket
- Shopee mobile app and online
Prices may be subject to prevailing taxes; prices and menus are accurate at time of publishing.
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