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November 2024
November 2024: Eat, Play, Shop and More for Families in Singapore this month
Can you believe that it’s already November 2024? Where did the year go, right? If thinking about getting prepped and ready for year-end holidays and celebrations is making you sweat, don’t fret. Join us as we explore the newest playgrounds and pop-ups, review world-class productions and family-friendly menus, and share all the good deals and best buys for families in Singapore. Scroll down to find all that’s in store for families this November 2024 and beyond, including a fab giveaway from Toys “R” Us!
(See also: 10 GREAT PROGRAMMES KIDS WILL LOVE AT SWF PLAYGROUND THIS YEAR! (2024))
OUT & ABOUT
Hello Kitty Garden Party in the Skies
Have a garden party in the sky in a Hello Kitty-themed cable car cabin featuring flowers, butterflies, candies, and more. Start or end your ride at Mount Faber Peak to see the exclusive 2-metre-tall 50th Anniversary Hello Kitty Sculptures. There’s a stunning Hello Kitty dressed in gold, symbolising the golden jubilee, and a 2-metre-tall Hello Kitty in her signature red bow and blue overalls at the boarding deck, set alongside nostalgic vintage cable car cabins.
1 November to 31 December 2024. Tickets at $35 (adults) and $25 (children aged 4 to 12), are available at counters and online. Children aged 3 and under ride free!
Snoopy Beagle Scouts at Festive Wild-erland
Celebrate their 50th anniversary with the Snoopy Beagle Scouts at Mandai Wildlife Reserve this holiday season. Complete the trails and checkpoints, get unique badges to keep, snap photos at the Snoopy photo points, sketch your very own PEANUTS comic strip, meet character mascots, and more. Dog-panions are welcome to join in the festivities at Mandai Wildlife West, with a Best Dressed Dog Competition. Best of all, glamping in the wild is back, this time with Snoopy-themed missions!
2 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, Singapore Zoo and Bird Paradise. Get more information about Snoopy Beagle Scouts at Festive Wild-erland here and Glamping in the Wild here.
Hasbro Game Carnival
It’s game on at this festive VivoCity x Hasbro carnival where kids of all ages can play at stations featuring beloved Hasbro brands. Join the hungry hippos in a wild race for survival, toss the rings to connect four, aim and dominate with Nerf, and more. There’s even an enchanting Canterlot Castle where little ones can bounce with My Little Pony. Come nightfall, get the cameras out for the stunning snow display against VivoCIty’s 15m Christmas tree!
8 November to 31 December 2024, VivoCity outdoor plaza, level 1. Get more details here.
The Gift of Disney Cruise Line at Jewel
Disney Adventure sails into Singapore next year but you can get a taste of the wonder of a Disney cruise at Jewel this November. See festive displays and interactive installations inspired by seven immersive themed areas aboard the Disney Adventure, and get set for your voyage with limited edition collectibles and exclusives like a puffy sling bag, a duffel bag, a travel organiser and cabin-sized luggage.
8 November 2024 to 2 January 2025, Canopy Park (located at Jewel’s topmost floor). Get more details here.
Digital For Life Festival
Embark on a learning adventure with the family and pick up digital skills for daily living. You’ll learn how to guide your children to manage their screen time, and how technology can be used to support their wellbeing. There’ll also be showcases by The LEGO Group, Meta x EYEYAH!, The Young Maker, and TOUCH Community Services, and parent-child activities to visit. Want more? Join workshops to pick up tips on AI safety and responsibility, or learn to code together with the kids.
2 and 3 November 2024 at Heartbeat@Bedok; and 9 and 10 Nov at VivoCity Central Court. Get more details here.
KIDSforKIDS Village & Carnival
Shop for gifts from over 50 booths and support kid-preneurs as young as three years old who’ll be selling crafts, games, baked goods, and secondhand items. While you’re there, check out the Lil Art Fair showcasing young artists’ creations, and have fun at the Kampung Carnival with family-friendly games, a heritage dragon playground bouncy castle, and traditional “longkang” recycled material boat races.
KIDSforKIDS Village & Carnival is part of the Sustainable Christmas Market, a net zero event where you can browse and buy unique and creative sustainable products, including handmade crafts and festive goodies. Be part of this meaningful event organised by Peace of Art, where 100% of proceeds go to the Singapore Red Cross Young Hearts Programme to benefit underprivileged children.
16 to 17 November 2024, 11am – 7pm, at South Beach. More details are available here.
Worlds Around You: A Think! Contemporary Primary School Exhibition
Get a glimpse into how 10-year-olds interpret the world around them in this exhibition presented by Singapore Art Museum. As part of the 12th edition of the Think! Contemporary programme, you’ll see artworks by students from CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace, Geylang Methodist School (Primary), Haig Girls’ School, Mayflower Primary School, St. Anthony’s Primary School, and Xinghua Primary School, who came up with their creations in response to pieces from SAM’s exhibitions.
2 November 2024 to 1 January 2025, 10am – 7pm, Level 1, The Engine Room, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark. Admission is free. More details here.
SHOP
:: November 2024 Giveaway :: Win a Toys “R” Us gift card worth $250
Toys are joys this Christmas at Toys “R” Us and that’s where we’re headed to get everything for our friends this festive season. From toys to board games, leisure gear and education items, Toys “R” Us has something for every kid and kid at heart. What’s more, with 12 stores islandwide, there’s bound to be one near you where you can find the perfect gift that’ll bring joy to loved ones this season and beyond. To help you do just that, we’re giving away a $250 Toys ”R” Us gift card this month!
Here’s how to take part for a chance to win:
- Heart this giveaway’s Instagram post
- Follow @singaporemotherhood and @toysrus_sg on Instagram
- Tag two mummy (or daddy) friends who’d love this too
- Share on IGS with the hashtags #toysrus_sg #toysarejoys #livetoyful #toysruskid for a better chance!
Closing date: 12nn on Friday, 8 November 2024. The Toys “R” Us gift card has a three-month expiry date. This giveaway is open to Singapore residents only.
Atopalm now at Unity and Fairprice
Good news, mums, there’s no need to shop online anymore for Atopalm. Korea’s most trusted baby skincare, and its number one skincare for sensitive skin, is now in Singapore. With its patented Multi-Lamellar Emulsion (MLE) technology, Atopalm products mimic the skin’s natural lipid structure, strengthening its barrier and providing long-lasting hydration. This makes the clinically proven dermacare brand ideal for sensitive, dry, and eczema-prone skin, not just for babies, but for children and adults too.
Get 20 per cent off on all Atopalm products from 9 to 10 November at the Unity VivoCity outlet. Join the launch event from 1–5pm on both days to nab exclusive freebies with your purchase!
American Tourister Travel Sets
Travelling this year-end? Journey in style with American Tourister’s new travel sets. Make waves with the limited-edition Curio Set (see image above, $339), the sleek Novastream Set ($229), and the chic Argyle Set ($219). Combining fun and function, each set includes expandable compartments and durable materials, with colorways that range from bold to minimalist.
Available online at https://www.americantourister.com.sg/
UNIQLO x Marimekko Fall/Winter collection
Stay warm and cosy in lower temps with layers of style inspired by the rich nature in the Nordics. Specially for women and girls, the season’s collection features four distinctive Marimekko prints placed over warm and soft fleece cardigans as well as comfy lambswool knits. Accessories such as padded scarves and drawstring bags add stylish accents. Under all that, you’ll have, of course, UNIQLO’s winter staple HEATTECH items.
Available from 1 November 2024 at UNIQLO’s Orchard Central Global Flagship Store and online.
Bzu Bzu
Because babies hold these close to themselves, it is important to wash their toys and clothes with cleansers that will not irritate their delicate skin. One that works is the coconut-based BZU BZU Baby Laundry Detergent & Softener 2-in-1 ($8.90, 1L), which contains extracts of natural soap nuts and an enzyme compound that banishes milk spills, spit stains and even poop smears. For toys the BZU BZU Baby Accessories Cleansing Foam ($6.50, 500ml) formulated with 100% plant-based ingredients effectively cleans milk bottles, toys, accessories, fruits and vegetables.
Available online and at selected Watsons stores and supermarkets islandwide.
VivoCity’s new VivoRewards
Get greater rewards when you shop at VivoCity with its all-new VivoRewards. Using this app-based loyalty programme shoppers get immediate credits, instant redemptions, the convenience of e-vouchers, as well as updates on the latest promotions and mall happenings. As a 3-in-1 e-wallet, the app also lets you see your VRPoints, VivoCity eVouchers, and Retailer eVouchers all within the app — making it easy to shop and be rewarded at VivoCity!
Download the VivoRewards app here or visit vivocity.com.sg for more information.
EAT
Roll Sushi by IPPUDO
You already adore IPPUDO ramen, now get ready to love IPPUDO sushi at their first and only takeaway sushi bar in the world — Roll Sushi by IPPUDO. Choose from two sushi styles, Maki or Tatami sushi rolls, and 16 house flavours. What to try? The Tokyo Crunch Roll ($23), a tantalising combination of toro tartare, avocado, cucumber, wasabi mayo, red onion pickles, tempura flakes, and sweet vinegar sauce, got our taste buds tingling in the best way!
Prefer to DIY your own? Opt for Customised Sushi at $18 each (3 ingredients, 1 sauce, & 3 toppings). For a sweet treat, there’re Japanese Soft Creams to try, with an SG-exclusive Kaya Jam flavour. You can top up with a handmade merlion choco too!
Roll Sushi by IPPUDO is at #B2-54/55, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.
Old Seng Choong’s Baby Full Month Package
And Baby makes three, or four, or more! Welcome your bundle of joy with these adorable packages from Old Seng Choon. The Baby Full Month Package 满月礼盒 contains red hard-boiled eggs for luck and gratitude, ang ku kueh to symbolise longevity, good fortune and prosperity, as well as Old Seng Choong’s renowned fresh bakes. Each box also contains three different Old Seng Choong pastries, such as Premium Bird’s Nest with Red Dates, Black Sesame with Mochi, and Parma Ham with Shallot Oil, all made with the finest butter for the perfect flaky and puffy crust.
From $25.80 per set (minimum purchase of 10 sets). Pre-order three days in advance at Old Seng Choon’s Paragon Shopping Centre outlet and online.
Sentosa GrillFest
Sunset, sea, sand, and the delicious smells of meat on a grill? Yup, Sentosa Grillfest is back and this year’s will have over 30 vendors and four zones where foodies and families can enjoy a sizzling time under the stars. It’s the perfect way to end a great day out at Sentosa, we reckon.
14 November to 8 December, 5pm – 10pm, Siloso Beach, Sentosa. Get more details here.
Our Kimly Dim Sum
You’ve probably eaten the Bak Kwa Bao at a Kimly Dim Sum near you if you live in the heartlands. With 80 per cent of their outlets operating 24-7, it’s a great place to get your dim sum fix any time. Look forward to 50% off on six of the most popular dim sum, or get them free with a minimum spend of $5. Share your favorite Kimly dim sum on social media and you could win a Kimly Group dining voucher worth $100!
18 November to 27 December 2024, across 32 Kimly Dim Sum outlets, from Monday 7am to Friday 11pm, excluding Public Holidays. Get more details here.
WATCH
Bluey Book Reads
If you’re thinking of exposing the little one to Korean, a lovely way to start is with Bluey story books read by multiple award-winning Korean actress Han Gain, who reads ‘Baby Race’ in Korean and ‘Goodnight Fruit Bat’ in English. The first in Korean, ‘Baby Race’ joins a collection of Bluey Book Reads stories read by celebrities around the world, including Bindi Irwin, Tom Daley, Eva Mendes, and sisters Kylie and Danii Minogue!
Bluey Book Reads is available online and on YouTube.
The Wizard of Oz
A cyclone transports Dorothy from Yishun to the magical land of Oz, she must find her way back home. Helping her along the way are a Hokkien-speaking Scarecrow, a Tin Man with a big axe (and even bigger vocabulary), and a sensitive, crochet-loving Lion. Click your ruby heels and go down the yellow brick road in this reimagining of the beloved children’s book, a joyous new musical by Wild Rice that promises to be fabulous fun for the whole family!
From 14 November 2024. Get tickets and more details here.
PAW Patrol Live: The Great Pirate Adventure
New shows have been added so book your tickets ASAP for an awesome pirate adventure with the PAW Patrol. It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration. But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. There, they discover a secret map and set out to find the treasure before Mayor Humdinger finds it. The PAW Patrol will need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure; who’s ready to join them?
12 to 15 December, various timings, at Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands. Get tickets and more details here.
STAY
Butler Bear Family Staycation with Maison Q – only this November 2024!
Headed to Kuala Lumpur with the family? Make it special by staying in a Maison Q decorated suite at the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, where little ones can look forward to a special, whimsical experience curated by the brand. The fun starts with a teepee tent and bedding featuring exclusive Maison Q prints designed for St. Regis, unlimited access to the St. Regis Kids Club, as well as a Style the Butler Bear activity where kids can dress the hotel’s toy bears in outfits designed by Maison Q.
And if you’re looking for festive wear for the family, there’s also a Maison Q Reversible Bar where you can design your own twinning ‘fits (complete with bags and accessories) for everyone!
Till 30 November 2024. Book your Butler Bear Family Staycation with Maison Q at the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur here
BOOK NOW
Disney on Ice presents Find Your Hero
Skating into Singapore next March are all our favourite Disney heroes in an unforgettable ice-skating spectacle filled with heartwarming stories and breathtaking performances. Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and navigate the ocean with Moana, sing along with Mirabel from Encanto, and journey through an icy adventure with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf!
15 to 23 March 2025, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Sign up to access the tickets pre-sale on 6 November here.
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Featured image: Maison Q, St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
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