December Holidays: 5 Family-friendly Christmas Events Not to Be Missed

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! School’s out and the kids are home for the holidays. As the month of December approaches, we can definitely relate to parents everywhere who are scurrying to make this year’s Christmas season the best one yet. But don’t sweat it, mom and dad, we’ve compiled the top 5 family-friendly Christmas events for you to check out – with all your little ones in tow!

1. A Minions Christmas Party at Frasers Property malls

Let the Christmas shenanigans begin! You and the whole family are invited to join A Minions Christmas Party, a soiree happening at a variety of malls (The Centrepoint, Bedok Point, Causeway Point to name a few) where you can enjoy a meet and greet with the adorable minions (on selected dates), light up the Minion Christmas tree using kinetic energy by cycling on stationary bicycles and even decorate your own mini-Christmas tree to take home! You can also bring home your very own tote bag and adorable Minions-themed ornaments.

Event details:

• Anchorpoint, 2 December to 8 December
• Changi City Point, 26 November to 1 December
• Causeway Point, 2 December to 8 December
• The Centrepoint, 19 November to 24 November
• Bedok Point, 19 November to 24 November
• Northpoint City, 17 December to 22 December
• Waterway Point, 10 December to 15 December
• YewTee Point, 10 December to 15 December

Ticket price: Free!

2. Christmas Kandyland at Kidzania Singapore

Who doesn’t love a trip down to Kidzania? A sprawling indoor theme park built with fun and education in mind, this unique town is specially made for kids to roleplay different professions (think firefighter, pilot, doctor, etc.) in convincing settings to mimic the real world so that they can dream big! This Christmas season, be sure to drop by Santa’s Interactive Candy House to meet Santa and his crew of elves and try their hand in making Christmas Crafts. There will also be a Gift Donation station there for visitors to submit charitable donations.

Event details: Palawan Kidz City, 31 Beach View #01-01/02, 18 November-31 December, 10 am-6 pm

Ticket price: From $58.90 (for kids), $33.25 (for adults)

How to get there: Board the Express train on the third level of Vivo City. Alight at Beach Station.

3. Winter Wonderland at Pororo Park

No, we won’t be blanketed in snow anytime soon but Pororo Park features a cute and cuddly penguin mascot that’s adorable all year round. Jam-packed with an impressive line-up of “edutainment” activities designed to entertain as well as stimulate multiple senses through play, look forward to making unforgettable memories at the DIY ornament class, carolling (with bubbles!), balloon bonanza, finished off by singing along to Christmas hits with Pororo and friends at Pororo Christmas Musical!

Event details: 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square #02-29, 7-8 December, 14-15 December, 21-22 December, 24-25 December, 12-6pm

Ticket price: From $23.50 (for toddler), $28.50 (for child)

How to get there: Promenade MRT Station and walk through Millenia Walk to reach Marina Square

4. Aperia Mall’s Christmas Village

Does twirling around on a skating rink sound like a good idea? If yes, be sure to strap on your skating shoes and visit the synthetic ice rink at Aperia Mall’s Christmas Village. The event boasts a Christmas Bouncy Castle, Human Claw Machine – and don’t forget the skating rink for you and your loved ones to have fun and flex some graceful moves. Be sure to catch the captivating ballerina performance for that full “Nutcracker” experience.

Event details: Aperia Mall, 8 -12 Kallang Avenue, Singapore 339509, 2-25 December 2019, 11am-8pm

Ticket price: From $23.50 (for toddler), $28.50 (for child)

How to get there: Board the East-West Line and alight at Lavender MRT Station (EW11) and use Exit ‘B’.

5. Christmas Wonderland

Arguably the most anticipated (and most photogenic) event on this list, the Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay is famous for its beautifully illuminated light sculptures that can take your breath away. While the Instagram-worthy 21-metre tall Spalliera will surely draw in the crowds, don’t miss the other fun attractions available there as well such as carnival games, family-friendly rides, ice-skating rink, Festive Market and of course, the iconic Blizzard Time that will surely be a Winter Wonderland come to life.

Event details: Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953, 29 November to 26 December, 4pm to 11pm

Ticket price: $6-$10

How to get there: Alight at Bayfront MRT Station, take Exit B and follow the underground linkway. Exit and cross the Dragonfly Bridge or Meadow Bridge into Gardens by the Bay.

With these many events to check out during this holly-jolly period, it just goes to show how special and meaningful Christmas is to all of us. Happy holidays!

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