We’ve all had those weekends when everyone’s glued to a device—scrolling, streaming, gaming, or all of the above. Sometimes, what families really need isn’t more screen time, but a shared laugh, a bit of movement, and something to remember. If you’ve been searching for fun ways to reconnect, here are eight creative screen-free activities that will get everyone playing, thinking, and bonding again, right here in Singapore.
1. Conquer the Floor Is Lava at INMERS
Remember hopping from couch to cushion, pretending the floor was molten lava? INMERS brings that childhood thrill to life, literally. Our Floor Is Lava experience features Singapore’s first-ever LED lava floor, where glowing tiles shift and flash beneath your feet.
The challenge? Cross the room by stepping only on safe zones while avoiding fiery red tiles that spell disaster. Each level gets faster, harder, and more exciting. It’s equal parts fitness, teamwork, and strategy, and it’s open to both kids and adults.
You’ll find yourself laughing, cheering, and planning moves like a mini obstacle course champion. Whether it’s a rainy-day adventure or a special family outing, this digital-sport experience promises a workout for the body and the imagination.
2. Try a Backyard Mini-Olympics
You don’t need a big venue to get competitive. Set up mini challenges at home—think balloon volleyball, spoon relays, or beanbag tosses. Keep score, create medals from craft paper, and crown a family champion.
This kind of active play teaches kids cooperation and balance while adults rediscover how good it feels to simply move. Plus, no Wi-Fi required; just creativity and a little friendly competition.
3. Bring Out the Detective in Everyone at INMERS Escape Rooms
If your family loves solving puzzles or watching thrillers together, INMERS’s 5D escape rooms will be a total hit. These cinematic, story-driven rooms use realistic NPC actors, film-style sets, and sensory effects that make you feel like you’re inside a mystery movie.
Themes range from The Medium, inspired by Thai folklore, to Break Through the Soil, a psychological crime story set in Nanshui Village. Each session runs about 90 minutes and accommodates groups of up to eight, making it ideal for families with teens.
It’s not just a game, but a full experience that pushes teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in a fun, adrenaline-filled environment. You’ll leave buzzing with stories to share, long after the final puzzle is cracked.
4. Host a No-Tech Picnic in the Park
Pack simple foods—sandwiches, fruit, and cold drinks—and bring along a deck of cards or classic board games. Choose a breezy spot at East Coast Park or Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and make it an unplugged afternoon.
Leave phones in the bag and focus on the small things: the sound of wind in the trees, your child’s laughter, the chance to just be present. Nature has a quiet way of restoring balance that screens can’t match.
5. Create a DIY Family Art Studio
Cover the dining table with newspapers, grab some paint, and set a loose theme like “dream places” or “our favourite animals”. Don’t worry about perfection; this isn’t about producing masterpieces.
Hang everyone’s artwork afterwards or snap photos to turn into a collage. You’ll be surprised at how much joy comes from seeing creativity unfold without digital filters or templates.
6. Cook or Bake Together Without Recipes
Choose one meal and make it completely freestyle. Open the fridge, pull out ingredients, and let everyone suggest what to do next. Maybe it turns into a taco bar or a fusion pasta experiment. This unpredictability is part of the fun.
Cooking without screens encourages problem-solving and communication. And yes, mistakes are part of the story! You might even discover a new family favourite along the way.
7. Build a Fort and Tell Stories Inside
There’s something timeless about blankets, chairs, and imagination. Build a fort in the living room and fill it with pillows, flashlights, and snacks. Once you’re cosy inside, trade stories—scary, funny, or made-up on the spot.
It’s simple, inexpensive, and surprisingly relaxing. Kids love seeing parents join in the make-believe, and adults get to relive a slice of childhood simplicity.
8. End the Day with a Family Challenge Night
Pick a theme: trivia, charades, or “guess that tune”. Create score sheets, appoint a host, and play for silly prizes. Maybe the winner gets to choose dessert or the next weekend activity. Or mix it up with board games and active challenges at INMERS, where every game is an adventure!
These small activities build connections that stick. They encourage laughter, quick thinking, and confidence, giving everyone a break from routine.
Why Screen-Free Fun Matters
Family time used to happen naturally. Now, it takes intention. Choosing activities that get everyone moving, creating, and laughing together helps build stronger bonds, especially for kids growing up surrounded by screens.
Screen-free play also encourages communication. Instead of short replies or emojis, families share real expressions and reactions. It’s these genuine interactions that children remember most; not the videos they watched, but the moments they shared.
Make INMERS Your Next Family Adventure
What makes INMERS stand out is how it merges physical play with digital creativity. The LED Floor Is Lava isn’t just about dodging glowing tiles; it’s about movement, teamwork, and joy. The 5D escape rooms, meanwhile, blend storytelling and sensory technology so convincingly that players feel part of another reality.
Together, they form the perfect mix of family entertainment: active, imaginative, and memorable. Whether you’re chasing thrills in The Medium, solving puzzles in Break Through the Soil, or leaping across lava tiles in Floor is Lava, INMERS turns ordinary weekends into something extraordinary.
Final Thoughts
Family fun doesn’t need to rely on screens or scrolling. It thrives in laughter, shared effort, and small surprises. The next time you’re planning a day together, think about how good it feels to play, explore, and reconnect.
Gather your team, step away from the screens, and rediscover what fun feels like, one glowing tile, one puzzle, or one laugh at a time. All it takes is booking your spot to start the adventure.
