SINGAPORE'S FIRST DEEPAVALI PARTY FOR KIDS
2027 waitlist openLooking for Deepavali activities for kids in Singapore? Join a festive family evening of rangoli, diya painting, henna, puja, Ramayan stories, a kids fashion show and a Bollywood dance party, made for kids aged 1–10 and the grown-ups who love them.
Hands-on Diwali crafts, games and cultural activities for kids. Booths stay open all evening, so little ones can wander, make, win and come back for more.
Knock down the cup pyramids with soft balls and win a small prize.
Decorate a tea-light holder to take home, with acrylic markers, gems and mirror stickers.
Kid-friendly mehendi tattoo stickers, applied with a sponge and water. Plus a bangle corner!
Group rangoli with stencil boards, coloured rice and other sensory materials for older kids, and soft flower-petal rangoli on floor boards for little ones under 2. Finished boards go on display.
Turn a plate into your very own puja thali with mirror stickers, pom poms, paint and markers.
A Ganesh–Lakshmi puja, then the story of Rama, Sita and the festival of lights, told on the big screen.
👑 2026 Best DressedThe fashion show! Every child gets their moment on the runway in their festive best, whether it's a twirling lehenga, a sharp kurta or a sparkly sherwani. Cheer them on, cameras ready, and bring your A game.
Learn a few easy Bollywood moves together in a fun, high-energy workshop made for little feet. Then the floor opens up for a free-and-easy dance party to close the night, with parents very welcome to join in.
A free-flow healthy snack and drinks counter for every kid: fruit, veggie sticks, dips, papadums, juice and masala chai. Chaat and kid-friendly bentos are sold by our food vendor at an affordable S$10–15 per person.
With craft tables, games, stories, a runway and a dance floor, there's always something new to try. Kids stay engaged all evening, moving happily from one station to the next, while parents get to relax, sip chai and catch up.
Based on our 2026 event. Timings are subject to change for 2027.
Growing up, Deepavali meant sticky hands, new clothes, diyas on every ledge and a house full of noise. We wanted our kids in Singapore to feel that too, so we threw them a party and invited everyone.
With love, Rinie & Sana
Diwali Playdate brings together mums, dads and Indian families from right across the island. New to Singapore, or just looking for your people? This is the perfect evening to become part of a warm, welcoming community, and make friends you'll be celebrating with for years to come.
Diwali Playdate started with two Singapore mums who wanted their kids to grow up loving Deepavali as much as they did.
Founder · Entrepreneur · Mum · Pawrent
Rinie is an entrepreneur and the founder of Yawn to Dawn, a certified newborn, baby and toddler sleep consultancy. She helps tired parents of under-5s get their nights back and co-hosts The Modern Indian Parent Podcast. At Diwali Playdate she's our resident dance master, leading the Bollywood workshop. She's the one who keeps the evening alive and flowing, and she's a full-on enthu cutlet!
@riniegupta
Founder · Entrepreneur · Twins mama · Pawrent
Sana is an entrepreneur and tech startup founder building SympleHost, a mum to twins and a proud pawrent. She loves bringing people together and turning big ideas into real-life celebrations. Deeply rooted in her Indian culture, she loves sharing its traditions and teaching them to the next generation. At Diwali Playdate she leads the welcome and the puja, and looks after every detail down to the very last diya.
@symplesanaFriday 30 October 2026 · Vida Lounge, Vidacity, Pasir Ris
Photographed byKushagra Saran Photography@beard.and.butter
See more moments and connect with us on Instagram at @diwaliplaydate.singapore.
We're looking for a small number of brands, vendors and community groups who share our love of the festival.
Brand the evening, a booth or the goodie bags.
Bring a stall: toys, books, clothing, sweets.
Put a sample or voucher in every family's hands.
Run a booth and help the kids make magic. Apply here.
Does your child love to dance, sing, play an instrument or recite a poem? Nominate them for the 2027 talent show!
Our volunteers make the magic happen. Pick the station you'd love to run and show us how you'd bring it to life.
Wondering what to do on the Deepavali weekend, or looking for Deepavali events in Singapore that are actually made for children? Diwali Playdate is a kid-friendly Diwali party in Singapore for families with babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kids up to 10. Little ones try Deepavali crafts like rangoli and diya painting, make their own puja thali, hear the Ramayan story, show off their Deepavali kids outfits at the best dressed fashion show, and learn a Bollywood kids dance.
It's a festive Diwali celebration in Singapore and one of the best things to do with kids around Deepavali. It's also a warm way for Indian families, mixed families and expat families to meet other parents and become part of the community. Join the waitlist to be first to hear the Deepavali 2027 date, venue and early-bird tickets for the next Diwali Playdate.
As soon as we've secured the 2027 venue. Waitlist families hear first and get early-bird access before tickets open to everyone.
Kids aged 1 to 10. There are floor activities for babies and plenty to keep big kids busy.
Not at all. Deepavali is celebrated across Singapore, and every family is welcome to share in it.
Yes, this isn't a drop-off. Adults need their own ticket, and last year adult tickets cost much less than children's.
Your festive best: there's a best dressed competition! Things can get colourful, so maybe not the most precious outfit.
Yes! A free-flow healthy snack and drinks counter is included for all kids. A chaat counter and non-spicy Indian and Western bentos are also available to buy directly from the food vendor at the event. We keep prices affordable, around S$10–15 per person.
All sales are final and non-refundable. As a small community event, we pay for the venue, craft supplies and food upfront, so tickets can't be cancelled or refunded once booked.
Yes. We plan Deepavali activities for toddlers and preschoolers too, like flower-petal rangoli on floor boards for under-2s, simple crafts and lots of music and dancing. Babies under 1 are very welcome.
Any festive Deepavali kids outfit works: a kurta, lehenga, salwar or a bright party dress. There's a best dressed fashion show, so go all out if your little one loves to dress up!
We hold it in the weeks around Deepavali in Singapore. The exact 2027 date and venue will be announced once confirmed, and waitlist families hear first.
Not at all. It just means you'll be first to know the date, venue and ticket details.
We're securing our 2027 venue now. Tickets open as soon as it's confirmed, and waitlist families get first access and early-bird pricing.
Please note: all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.