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Pokemon-themed fun at Changi Airport and Jewel; The Little Players’ puppetry show on bullying

Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities.

Changi Airport and Jewel celebrate Pokemon's 30th anniversary with family-friendly fun. Visitors can enjoy interactive gaming, photo opportunities, and character meet-and-greets across Terminals 1 to 4 and Jewel until Jan 3. The Pokemon Experience Lounge in Terminal 3 Departure Hall offers free Nintendo Switch 2 games, Pokemon Trading Card Game tutorials, and Pikachu, Eevee, Gengar, Mimikyu, Piplup, and Snorlax photo spots on select weekend evenings.

Families can also purchase exclusive 30th anniversary collectibles when spending $60 or more in participating outlets.

The Little Players' puppetry show, Round, Round, The Unmerry-Go-Round, addresses bullying at the Drama Centre Black Box. Using magical elements and puppets, the 50-minute show, running Nov 20-22, helps children aged seven to 12 recognize and discuss different forms of bullying. Director Ellison Tan emphasizes that the performance aims to provide a safe emotional distance for young audiences while building sensitivity. Tickets cost $38 and include a post-performance discussion.

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