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    AllwonderBILITY

    play · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Inclusive indoor play and developmental therapy space for ages 0–8: sensory, motor-skill and art areas plus a trampoline room.

    3510 Park Ave Blvd, Suite 105, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

    Directions

    Hours: Open play Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri + first Saturday of the month (75-minute sessions)

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    Art Place Studio

    class · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Walk-in art studio: painting, pottery, canvas, fused glass and clay classes.

    1313 Long Grove Dr, Suite D, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

    Directions

    Hours: Tue–Sat 12–9 PM, closed Sun–Mon

  • Ashley Lanes

    Ashley Lanes

    entertainment · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Bowling & family entertainment — watch for weekly family nights, kids-bowl-free, and holiday specials.

    1568 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407

    Directions

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  • Boone Hall Plantation

    Boone Hall Plantation

    festival · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant is a working farm famous for its Avenue of Oaks. Families come for the fall pumpkin patch and festival, the spring Strawberry Festival, U-pick fields and seasonal farm events.

    1235 Long Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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  • Cane Bay Family YMCA

    Cane Bay Family YMCA

    sports · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Family YMCA in Cane Bay - fitness, pools, youth programs, and community events, part of the YMCA of Greater Charleston.

    1655 Cane Bay Blvd, Summerville, SC 29486

    Website Call 843-719-9622
  • Cane Bay Library (BCLS)

    Cane Bay Library (BCLS)

    library · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Public library branch — free weekly story times and kids/teen programs; check the branch calendar.

    Website Directions
  • Charleston Battery

    Charleston Battery

    sports · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    The Charleston Battery play professional soccer in the USL Championship at Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant. Matches are a family-friendly night out.

    85 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

    Website Directions
  • Charleston Fun Park

    Charleston Fun Park

    entertainment · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Go-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, arcade & batting cages — watch for wristband days.

    3255 N Hwy 17, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

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  • Charleston RiverDogs

    Charleston RiverDogs

    sports · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Minor-league baseball at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park — famously fun family promo nights & fireworks.

    360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403

    Website Directions
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    Citadel Mall IMAX Stadium 16

    theater · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    West Ashley movie theater with an IMAX screen, at Citadel Mall.

    2072 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407

    Directions
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    City of Hanahan Recreation & Parks

    municipality · Hanahan, SC

    open to visit

    Hanahan Recreation & Parks — community events, holiday festivals, youth sports and classes around Hanahan.

    Website
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    Colleton Museum & Farmers Market

    festival · Walterboro, SC

    open to visit

    The Colleton Museum & Farmers Market in Walterboro combines a local history museum with a farmers market and hosts community events like food truck nights.

    506 E Washington St, Walterboro, SC

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  • Daniel Island Library (BCLS)

    Daniel Island Library (BCLS)

    library · Daniel Island, SC

    open to visit

    Public library branch — free weekly story times and kids/teen programs; check the branch calendar.

    Website Directions
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    Davis-Bailey Park (YMCA St. George)

    sports · St. George, SC

    open to visit

    Davis-Bailey Park in St. George hosts YMCA youth sports, including flag football and soccer leagues. Watch here for registration dates for upcoming seasons.

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    Delta Force Athletics

    sports · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Delta Force Athletics in Summerville is a youth athletics and cheer gym that hosts family events like its fall festival and trunk-or-treat.

    1270 Drop Off Dr, Summerville, SC 29486

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    Dorchester County Library (Summerville)

    library · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    The Summerville branch of the Dorchester County Library offers free storytimes, kids' crafts, teen programs like cooking classes and gaming tournaments, and plenty of reading space for families.

    76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC 29485

    Directions
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    Dorchester County Parks & Recreation

    municipality · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Dorchester County Parks & Recreation — programs and family events at Ashley River Park, Pine Trace Park, Rosebrock Park and Davis Bailey Park.

    Website

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  • Edisto Island Library (CCPL)

    Edisto Island Library (CCPL)

    library · Edisto Island, SC

    open to visit

    Public library branch — free weekly story times and kids/teen programs; check the branch calendar.

    1589 Hwy 174, Edisto Island, SC 29438

    Website Directions

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  • Flight Adventure Park

    Flight Adventure Park

    entertainment · North Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Trampoline & action park — dodgeball, foam pits, ninja course; family jump time.

    8551 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406

    Website Directions
  • Folly Beach Library (CCPL)

    Folly Beach Library (CCPL)

    library · Folly Beach, SC

    open to visit

    Public library branch — free weekly story times and kids/teen programs; check the branch calendar.

    55 Center Street, Folly Beach, SC 29439

    Website Directions
  • Frankie's Fun Park

    Frankie's Fun Park

    entertainment · North Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Frankie's Fun Park in North Charleston has go-karts, mini golf, laser tag, batting cages and a large arcade, all in one spot.

    5000 Ashley Phosphate Rd, North Charleston, SC 29418

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    Gahagan Park

    park · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    County park — nature programs, festivals, and family events throughout the year.

    Website Directions
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    Greeting House Lawn (Nexton)

    festival · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    The Greeting House lawn is a community gathering spot in the Nexton neighborhood of Summerville, hosting outdoor movie nights, trivia and family-friendly events.

    106 Greeting House Rd, Summerville, SC 29486

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    Isle of Palms Recreation Center

    park · Isle of Palms, SC

    open to visit

    The Isle of Palms Recreation Center runs youth sports, fitness and community programs, and hosts island events like the Halloween golf cart parade and carnival.

    24 28th Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451

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    KidStrong Nexton

    class · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Science-based kids training center (ages walking through 11): weekly 45-minute classes building strength, confidence and character. Also runs school-break and summer camps (ages 4-11, no membership required) and periodic Parents' Night Out drop-offs open to members and non-members - call to reserve.

    1231 Nexton Pkwy D, Summerville, SC 29483

    Website Facebook Call (843) 788-9328
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    Kids Play Garden (Mount Pleasant)

    play · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Drop-in learning and play center for ages 1+, with classes, camps, preschool and birthday parties.

    320 W Coleman Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

    Directions

    Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM, Sat 10 AM–9 PM, Sun parties/special events only

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    Kids Play Garden (West Ashley)

    play · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Drop-in learning and play center for ages 1+, with classes, camps, preschool and birthday parties.

    57 Windermere Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407

    Directions

    Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM, Sat 10 AM–9 PM, Sun parties/special events only

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    Mace Brown Museum of Natural History

    museum · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Free College of Charleston natural history museum with fossils, dinosaur and mammal skeletons, and artifacts.

    202 Calhoun St (2nd floor), Charleston, SC 29401

    Directions

    Hours: 11 AM–4 PM six days a week, closed Wednesdays

  • Mellow & Play Cafe

    Mellow & Play Cafe

    play · Ladson, SC

    open to visit

    Mellow & Play Cafe in Ladson is a play cafe where young kids play while parents relax, with themed events and glow nights.

    9473 Hwy 78, Ladson, SC 29456

    Website Facebook

    Hours: Mon–Tue: cafe 6 AM–4 PM, play 9 AM–4 PM; Wed–Fri: cafe 6 AM–7 PM, play 9 AM–7 PM; Sat 9 AM–7 PM; Sun 12–6 PM

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    Moss Grove Plantation

    market · Moncks Corner, SC

    open to visit

    Moss Grove Plantation in Moncks Corner is an event venue that hosts seasonal community markets and fall festivals.

    1025 Moss Grove Dr, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

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    Nailed It DIY Studio Summerville

    class · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    DIY craft studio in downtown Summerville with open studio time, kids' camps, private parties and take-and-make projects.

    116 S Main St, Summerville, SC 29483

    Directions

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    OutSlide In

    play · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    7,200 sq ft indoor playground inside Citadel Mall in West Ashley for kids up to 12: a multi-level soft play structure with slides, climbing obstacles, tunnels and bridges, plus a pretend-play mini city for little ones. Cafe and lounge for parents, and three party rooms. Pay once and play all day; your wristband lets you leave and come back.

    2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd (Citadel Mall), Charleston, SC 29407

    Directions

    Hours: Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM, Sun 1–6 PM

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    Pepperjack Pottery

    class · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Paint-your-own pottery studio in Summerville with birthday parties, camps and parents' night out.

    622 Old Trolley Rd, Suite 134, Summerville, SC 29485

    Directions

    Hours: Tue–Sat 10 AM–8 PM, Sun 11 AM–7 PM, closed Mon

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    Regal Azalea Square

    theater · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Regal Azalea Square is Summerville's movie theater, with new releases, family films and premium formats.

    215 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC 29483

    Website Directions
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    Regal Charles Towne Square

    theater · North Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    North Charleston movie theater showing first-run films.

    2401 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406

    Directions
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    Regal Palmetto Grande

    theater · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Movie theater in Mount Pleasant showing first-run films.

    1319 Theatre Dr, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

    Directions

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  • Sangaree Library (BCLS)

    Sangaree Library (BCLS)

    library · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Public library branch — free weekly story times and kids/teen programs; check the branch calendar.

    Website Directions
  • Splash Island Waterpark

    Splash Island Waterpark

    entertainment · Mount Pleasant, SC

    open to visit

    Family waterpark at Palmetto Islands County Park — slides & splash play (seasonal).

    444 Needlerush Pkwy, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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  • Sportyard Training & Trick Shots

    Sportyard Training & Trick Shots

    sports · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Indoor sports gym on James Island with turf and courts: drop-in play, trick-shot games, classes, clinics, camps, tournaments, parents night out and birthday parties. Memberships from $79/month per child include unlimited drop-ins and most events.

    1750 Signal Point Rd, Suite 920, Charleston (James Island), SC 29412

    Website Directions Instagram Call 843-256-3836

    Hours: Mon–Fri 2–8 PM, Sat 10 AM–8 PM, Sun 10 AM–7 PM

  • Summers Corner Home Haunt

    Summers Corner Home Haunt

    entertainment · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Neighborhood home haunted house in Summers Corner, raising donations for the PSA band program.

    Moscato Ln, Summers Corner, Summerville, SC

    Directions
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    Summerville Dance Academy

    festival · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    Summerville Dance Academy offers dance classes for kids and teens and hosts community events like its annual trunk-or-treat.

    119 E 4th North St, Summerville, SC 29483

  • Summit Adventure Park

    Summit Adventure Park

    entertainment · Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Trampoline park & indoor playground — jump attractions, birthday parties, family fun.

    1964 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29407

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  • Swamp Fox Lanes

    Swamp Fox Lanes

    entertainment · Moncks Corner, SC

    open to visit

    Swamp Fox Lanes is the bowling alley in Moncks Corner, with family bowling, leagues and birthday parties.

    312 Rembert C Dennis Blvd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

    Website Directions Facebook Call (843) 761-8818

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    The Timrod Library

    library · Summerville, SC

    open to visit

    The Timrod Library is a historic private subscription library in downtown Summerville that hosts community events like its fall fest.

    217 Central Ave, Summerville, SC 29483

  • Topgolf Charleston

    Topgolf Charleston

    entertainment · North Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Climate-controlled golf bays, arcade and sports bar - fun for families and groups.

    5000 Topgolf Way, North Charleston, SC 29418

    Website Directions
  • Tupper Gymnastics Center (Summerville YMCA)
    open to visit

    The Tupper Gymnastics Center is the Summerville YMCA's gymnastics and dance facility, with classes for young children through teens. Watch here for registration dates.

    205 W Richardson Ave, Summerville, SC 29483

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  • Urban Air Adventure Park

    Urban Air Adventure Park

    entertainment · North Charleston, SC

    open to visit

    Urban Air Adventure Park in North Charleston has trampolines, a ropes course, climbing walls, tubes and an indoor playground for younger kids.

    7800 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406

    Website Directions

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