Year 2026 Long Weekend Plan
📌 Tips for Planning Around Holidays
- Travel Planning: Utilize long weekends for short getaways or family trips.
- School Activities: Engage children in enrichment programs or camps during school holidays.
- Cultural Participation: Attend public events and festivals to immerse in Singapore’s diverse cultural celebrations.date.nager.at+1newtonshowcamp.com+1
By keeping track of these dates and understanding their significance, you can better plan your year, participate in cultural festivities, and make the most of your time in Singapore.
Note: Always refer to official announcements from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and the Ministry of Education (MOE) for the most accurate and updated information regarding public and school holidays.
Here’s a smart way to maximise your 6 days of annual leave in 2026 and enjoy long weekends in Singapore. This strategy gives you up to 34 days off using public holidays that fall near weekends.
✅ 2026 Singapore Public Holidays & Long Weekend Leave Plan (5 Annual Leave is all you need)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Suggested Leave | Total Days Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thu | New Year’s Day | Jan 2 (Fri) | 4 days (Thu–Sun)-1,2,3,4 Jan |
| Feb 17-18 | Tue–Wed | Chinese New Year | Feb 16 (Mon) | 5 days (Sat–Wed)- 14,15,16,17,18 Feb |
| Mar 20 | Fri | Hari Raya Puasa | – | 3 days (Fri–Sun)-20,21,22 Mar |
| Apr 3 | Fri | Good Friday | – | 3 days (Fri–Sun)-3,4,5 Apr |
| May 1 | Fri | Labour Day | – | 3 days (Fri–Sun)-1,2,3 May |
| May 27 | Wed | Hari Raya Haji | May 28 (Thur)& May 29 (Fri) | 5 days (Wed–Sun)27,28,29,30,31 May |
| May 31 | Sun | Vesak Day | – | 3 days(Sat–Mon)-30,31 May & 1 Jun |
| Aug 9-10 | Sun–Mon | National Day (Observed) | – | 3 days (Sat–Mon)-8,9,10 Aug |
| Nov 8 | Sun-Mon | Deepavali | – | 3 days (Sat–Mon)-7,8,9 Nov |
| Dec 25 | Fri | Christmas Day | Dec 28 (Mon) | 4 days (Fri–Mon)- 25,26,27,28 Dec |
🎯 Best Use of Your 5 Days Annual Leave:
Here’s how to use your 5 days leave:
- Jan 2 (Fri) – After New Year’s Day (4 days)
- Feb 16 (Mon) – Before Chinese New Year (5 days)
- May 28 (Thur)& May 29 (Fri) – After Hari Raya Haji (5 days)
- Dec 28 (Mon) – After Christmas Day (4 days)
This gives you:
- One 4-day weekend
- One 5-day break during CNY
- A 10-day break (Mar 28–Apr 6) around Good Friday
✨ Summary:
- Annual Leave Taken: 5 days
- Total Break Days: Up to 34 days
- Longest Stretch: 5 days off for Chinese New Year with 1 AL day AND 2 AL days May 28 (Thur)& May 29 (Fri) for Hari Raya Puasa
- Multiple Long Weekends: Without extra leave.
That’s one smart way to exchange just 5 days to have a total break of 34!!!
Year 2026 Travel Plan base on 3, 4 and 5 Off Days
1️⃣ 3 Off Days: Quick Getaway to Bali, Indonesia (4D3N)
Ideal for: Beach lovers, relaxation, short break
Sample Itinerary:
- Day 1: Flight to Bali, check-in, sunset at Tanah Lot Temple
- Day 2: Ubud day trip — Monkey Forest, rice terraces, coffee plantation
- Day 3: Beach day at Seminyak, spa treatment, seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay
- Day 4: Morning shopping, flight home
2️⃣ 4 Off Days: Cultural Trip to Hanoi & Halong Bay, Vietnam (5D4N)
Ideal for: Culture, nature, light adventure
Sample Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi, explore Old Quarter
- Day 2: City tour — Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, Water Puppet Show
- Day 3-4: 2D1N Halong Bay cruise (kayaking, cave visit, overnight on boat)
- Day 5: Return to Hanoi, last-minute shopping, flight home
3️⃣ 5 Off Days: Japan Golden Route (Osaka – Kyoto – Tokyo) (7D6N)
Ideal for: First-time Japan visitors
Sample Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrive in Osaka, Dotonbori exploration
- Day 2: Universal Studios or Osaka Castle
- Day 3: Day trip to Nara & transfer to Kyoto
- Day 4: Kyoto sightseeing — Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji
- Day 5: Transfer to Tokyo via Shinkansen, Shibuya & Harajuku
- Day 6: Disneyland or full Tokyo city tour
- Day 7: Free & easy, return flight
4️⃣ 3 Off Days: Short Nature Escape to Cameron Highlands, Malaysia (4D3N)
Ideal for: Cooler weather, nature, family trip
Sample Itinerary:
- Day 1: Drive up, visit tea plantations, check-in
- Day 2: Strawberry farms, butterfly garden, Mossy Forest tour
- Day 3: Leisure day, visit markets, try local steamboat
- Day 4: Drive back, stop by Ipoh for food before returning home
5️⃣ 4 Off Days: Seoul, South Korea (5D4N)
Ideal for: Shopping, food, culture
Sample Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Seoul, Myeongdong shopping
- Day 2: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong
- Day 3: Nami Island + Petite France day trip
- Day 4: DMZ tour or Lotte World adventure
- Day 5: Last-minute shopping, flight home
Year 2026 Travel Plan base on School Holidays – Oversea
🎒 School Holiday Travel Plans 2026 (Singapore)
🗓 School Holidays 2026 (Tentative MOE Singapore)
| Period | Holiday Dates |
|---|---|
| June Holidays | 30 May – 28 June 2026 |
| December Holidays | 21 Nov – 31 Dec 2026 |
🌴 June Holiday Travel Plans 2026
1️⃣ Australia Winter Experience (Sydney + Blue Mountains)
- Duration: 7D6N
- Ideal for: Families with children, nature & city mix
- Highlight: Sydney Harbour, Taronga Zoo, Blue Mountains, Wildlife encounters
- Budget Estimate: SGD 2,500 – 3,000 per person
- Best time: June (Australia’s winter but mild in Sydney)
2️⃣ Taiwan Family Road Trip (Taipei – Taichung – Sun Moon Lake)
- Duration: 6D5N
- Ideal for: Families, food lovers, cultural explorers
- Highlight: Night markets, Alishan forest, Sun Moon Lake cycling, Taipei 101
- Budget Estimate: SGD 1,500 – 2,000 per person
- Best time: June is warm but less rainy than summer typhoon season
3️⃣ Bali Family Beach & Resort Holiday
- Duration: 5D4N
- Ideal for: Families with younger kids, relaxing beach holiday
- Highlight: Waterbom Bali, family-friendly resorts, Ubud day trip, spa
- Budget Estimate: SGD 900 – 1,200 per person
- Best time: Dry season (perfect in June)
❄ December Holiday Travel Plans 2026
4️⃣ Hokkaido White Christmas (Sapporo – Otaru – Niseko)
- Duration: 8D7N
- Ideal for: Families who want snow, winter sports, festive markets
- Highlight: Skiing, snow festivals, seafood, onsen hot springs
- Budget Estimate: SGD 3,000 – 4,000 per person
- Best time: December (peak winter season)
5️⃣ Europe Christmas Markets (Germany & Switzerland)
- Duration: 10D9N
- Ideal for: Families with older children, festive experience
- Highlight: Munich, Lucerne, Christmas markets, Alps scenery, chocolates
- Budget Estimate: SGD 4,500 – 5,500 per person
- Best time: December (Christmas season magic)
6️⃣ Legoland Malaysia + Desaru Short Getaway
- Duration: 4D3N
- Ideal for: Short trip for young kids
- Highlight: Legoland rides, Desaru beach, fruit farms
- Budget Estimate: SGD 400 – 600 per person
- Best time: Year-round (December still school holiday season)
📝 Bonus Tips for 2026 Planning
- ✈️ Book flights 6-9 months in advance for peak school holidays.
- 🏨 Reserve hotels early — many families compete for same dates.
- 👨👩👧👦 Always consider child-friendly accommodations.
- 💰 Use travel fairs in early 2026 for discounts.
- 📅 Combine Public Holidays for longer trips if possible.
Low-Cost Singapore Family Travel Plans 2026
🔸 1️⃣ Sentosa Family Staycation
- 📍 Location: Siloso Beach / Palawan / Sentosa Cove
- 💰 Budget: SGD 250 – 500 (per night for family staycation)
- 🎯 Activities:
- Beach fun (free access)
- Skyline Luge
- Fort Siloso
- Picnic at Palawan Beach
- Trick Eye Museum
- 🗓 When: Anytime (book off-peak weekends for better deals)
🔸 2️⃣ East Coast Park Glamping / Camping
- 📍 Location: East Coast Park, Area D & G
- 💰 Budget: SGD 50 – 100 (rent tent / glamping package)
- 🎯 Activities:
- BBQ with family
- Cycling / rollerblading
- Sandcastle building
- Sunrise/sunset picnic
- 🗓 When: March, June, Sept school holidays (dry season)
🔸 3️⃣ Pulau Ubin Nature Discovery
- 📍 Location: Pulau Ubin
- 💰 Budget: SGD 50 – 100 (ferry, bike rental, food)
- 🎯 Activities:
- Chek Jawa Wetlands tour
- Cycling around island
- Nature trails & wildlife spotting
- 🗓 When: April – July (pleasant weather)
🔸 4️⃣ Science Centre + Snow City Combo
- 📍 Location: Jurong East
- 💰 Budget: SGD 20 – 60 per person
- 🎯 Activities:
- Science exhibits
- KidsSTOP (for young kids)
- Snow City winter play
- Omni-Theatre experience
- 🗓 When: June and December holidays (indoor fun, rain-proof)
🔸 5️⃣ Local Themed Attractions (Public Transport Friendly)
| Attraction | Budget | Special |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Zoo + River Wonders | SGD 30-45 per pax | Wildlife learning |
| Bird Paradise (new Mandai) | SGD 30 per pax | Huge new aviary |
| Gardens by the Bay | SGD 12-28 per pax | Flower Dome + Cloud Forest |
| Jewel Changi | Free (except Canopy Park) | Rain Vortex, walking tour |
| Singapore Flyer | SGD 33 per adult | Skyline view |
🔸 6️⃣ Staycation in Changi Village or Sentosa Chalet
- 💰 Budget: SGD 150 – 300 per night (weekday promo)
- 🎯 Activity: Beach walks, local seafood, cycling at Changi Boardwalk
🔸 7️⃣ Free & Nearly-Free Family Ideas
| Activity | Budget | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Barrage picnic | Free | Kite flying |
| Botanic Gardens | Free | UNESCO World Heritage |
| Rail Corridor hike | Free | Family nature trail |
| MacRitchie Treetop Walk | Free | Forest adventure |
| Bukit Timah Hill | Free | Fitness family hike |
💡 Estimated Total Budget Table
| Type of Trip | Budget (Family of 4) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Park Outing | SGD 0 – 50 | 1 day |
| Attraction Visit | SGD 100 – 200 | 1 day |
| Staycation | SGD 300 – 500 | 2D1N |
| Short Local Getaway | SGD 400 – 600 | 3D2N |
✅ Why these low-cost Singapore plans are good:
- No passport needed
- No flights = huge savings
- Great bonding activities
- Many options for both wet & dry weather
- Flexible — can be done last-minute
