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What’s On – October 2020

By Farisha
October 3, 2020

COVID-19 has put a a damper on all our vacation plans this year. But fret not as Singapore has more than its fair share of fun activities to offer the entire family this coming month of October.

For the whole family

Let's Gai Gai Tour

Enjoy a day out with your family while learning more about Singapore’s background
Enjoy a day out with your family while learning more about Singapore’s background. Image Credit: One Faber Group

Take a stroll around Mount Faber with your loved ones with the Let’s Gai Gai Tour. Explore Singapore’s history from a mural wall filled with the nation’s progress, from a fishing village to today’s economic power-house, to the peak of Mount Faber, Faber Point. Not only that, you would be able to learn how the iconic Cable Car operates behind the scenes!

Take a stroll around Mount Faber with your loved ones with the Let’s Gai Gai Tour. Explore Singapore’s history from a mural wall filled with the nation’s progress, from a fishing village to today’s economic power-house, to the peak of Mount Faber, Faber Point. Not only that, you would be able to learn how the iconic Cable Car operates behind the scenes!

Pricing
Adult ticket (13-year olds and above): $20
Child ticket: $15
Soar to greater heights with the high rock-climbing walls at Clip ‘n’ Climb Home Team NS Tampines
Soar to greater heights with the high rock-climbing walls at Clip ‘n’ Climb Home Team NS Tampines. Image credit: Clip 'n Climb HomeTeamNS Facebook

Explore your physical capabilities alongside your kids at HomeTeamNS Tampines as you challenge yourselves with their rock-climbing walls of varying difficulties. Located in Tampines Hub Clip ‘n Climb is unique for two reasons – they have 19 enthralling designs of walls in one space and they use TruBlue Automatic Belay system, ensuring the safety of anyone who climbs them, especially children. The Belay system allows for a controlled descent to the ground without any help, which means it is beginner-friendly!

It opens from 12 noon to 8pm on weekdays and 10am to 8pm on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. A maximum of five pax per group is allowed, with a total of four groups per every 90 minutes session.

Pricing:
Individual: $18/pax (HomeTeamNS member), $22/pax (PA/Safra member), $25/pax (guest)
Additional Pax: $14/pax (HomeTeamNS member), $18/pax (PA/Safra), $21/pax (guest)
Additional Climb Time (30 minutes): $4/pax (HomeTeamNS member), $5/pax (PA/Safra member), $6/pax (guest)
Saver’s Pass (10 climbs): $126/pax (HomeTeamNS member), $154/pax (PA/Safra member), $175/pax (guest)
Have a splashing good time with your loved ones at the largest and most popular waterpark in Singapore
Have a splashing good time with your loved ones at the largest and most popular waterpark in Singapore. Image credits: Wild Wild Wet

Wild Wild Wet (WWW) is the perfect place to go to cool off from Singapore’s hot weather and have fun at the same time! With 15 different rides and play areas, a day spent at WWW is a day not to miss. There is something for everyone here – thrill-seekers who enjoy high speeds to those who are looking for a way to relax.

The waterpark is opened from Thursdays to Mondays from 12 noon to 6pm and last admission would be at 5pm. Get to the park early to ensure you make full use of your day pass and try out all the rides! The park is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Pricing:
[Limited Offer till 31 October 2020] Day Pass: $15/pax on available days
Usual Price: $32/pax
Jump around six stories above ground floor with your kids at the world’s first suspended net playground with slides and ball pit!
Jump around six stories above ground floor with your kids at the world’s first suspended net playground with slides and ball pit! Image credits: AirZone

In the heart of City Square Mall, a combination of nets, slides and plastic balls lay. AIRZONE is not only Singapore’s but also the world’s first suspended net playground to exist! Feel weightless in the playground as it is being elevated from as high as six stories above ground, with not one, but four slides for you to zip all the way down to the huge ball pit at the third level. If you’re tired of the ball pit, grab on to the handles of the giant bouncy balls to roll around and feel like you’re one with the ball!

Do wear comfortable clothing and covered shoes with no loose articles so that you can move around freely in the nets.

Opening hours are 11:40am – 8:40pm every day, with 8 session timings starting from 11:40am to the last session starting at 7:50pm. Each session spans over 50 minutes, including a safety briefing and there would be 20 minutes intervals between each session for a thorough cleaning in compliant with SG Clean.

Pricing: 
Off Peak: $16.20/pax
Off Peak 2 Pax Bundle: $14.85/pax
Peak: $16.20/pax
Golf around at the craziest indoor mini golf course in Singapore, complete with numerous Instagram-worthy spots and even an indoor bar to grab a drink or two
Golf around at the craziest indoor mini golf course in Singapore, complete with numerous Instagram-worthy spots and even an indoor bar to grab a drink or two. Image credits: Holey Moley Golf Club Singapore Facebook

Holey Moley Golf Club is Singapore’s first mini-golf course and one of the most interesting places on the island.Located in the midst of busy Clarke Quay, it attracts people of all ages to have a go at putting the golf balls into the 9, 18 or 27 holes, depending on the package you opt for. The unique venue houses not only the golf course, but also an indoor bar and many Instagram-worthy spots to take quirky pictures with your loved ones!

Children are definitely welcome to play along as long as they participate in the activities before 5pm, during the off peak period, and are accompanied by an adult. Opening hours of the golf course are every day from 12 noon to 11pm and it is highly recommended that a reservation is made via [email protected] at least three days before attending to ensure a smooth process when you arrive.

Pricing: 
Monday – Thursday
9 holes: $13.60/pax (before 5pm), $22.70/pax (after 5pm)
18 holes: $27.20/pax (before 5pm), $34.10/pax (after 5pm)
27 holes: $38.60/pax (before 5pm), $45.40/pax (after 5pm)
Friday – Sunday
9 holes: $22.70/pax
18 holes: $34.10/pax 27 holes: $45.40/pax

For the mums/parents

Shiseido Life Quality Centre

With Breast Cancer Awareness month approaching, Shiseido Life Quality Centre aims to assist cancer patients who have serious skin concerns.
With Breast Cancer Awareness month approaching, Shiseido Life Quality Centre aims to assist cancer patients who have serious skin concerns. Image credit: Shiseido Life Quality Centre

Shiseido Life Quality Centre (SLQC) hopes to assist cancer patients with their skin problems by developing professional grade makeup that addresses common skin concerns that occurs due to cancer treatments; blueish, reddish or brownish discolouration, severe skin dullness and even vitiligo.

The centre carries a special foundation that targets a wide range of uneven skin tones and surfaces, with 12 different shades and is formulated to be long-lasting, transfer-proof and easy to apply. 

For the moment, COVID-19 regulations have restricted the one-to-one counselling sessions from happening but SLQC has come up with an alternative solution to continue helping their consumers – a dedicated Beauty Book on makeup advice! Anyone with treatment related appearance concerns would find their answers in those pages. Additionally, they also offer online tutorials and personalised makeup consultations on their website or reach out to the team itself at +65 6430 9969 and [email protected]

Treat your eyes with the gorgeous view of Singapore’s skyline while sipping on an array of fine wine. Image credit: Artemis Grill

Located on level 40 of CapitaGreen building, Artemis Grill and Skybar offers an incredible view of Singapore’s skyline, especially during the evening. In addition to their extensive and long list of fine wines, they offer five different menus; Lunch, Dinner, Vegan, Dessert and Terrace. Artemis’ menus are inspired by the diverse culinary heritage of the Mediterranean, which typically contains seasonal local vegetables, traditional grains and legumes, fresh seafood and grilled meats, all cooked with olive oil as the primary source of added fat. For those who love to eat but are health-conscious, don’t worry – Mediterranean cuisine is known as one of the healthiest in the world! 

Following the government’s health and safety guidelines, Artemis only allows dining of up to five people per table. Bookings of more than five has to follow the criteria of the diners living in the same household. All reservations has to be made directly through the restaurant via https://artemisgrill.com.sg/reservation/, or call +65 6635 8677 or WhatsApp +65 9850 7954. Artemis is open 6 days a week, from 11:30am – 2:30pm and 5:30pm – 10pm on weekdays, as well as 5:30pm – 10pm on Saturdays.