Saturday, December 19, 2026

It’s the holiday season! Time for bringing greenery inside our homes, wrapping presents, and getting carols stuck in our heads. Have you ever wondered when and where some of our December traditions started? Warm yourself inside the Common House and visit with educators dressed in period clothing to discover how...

Learn to think like an archaeologist! Kids will explore historic artifacts and plant clues, just like real scientists. This one-hour program includes two hands-on activities where participants learn how archaeologists sort objects to answer questions about the past and study tiny plant remains to discover what...

Join archaeological staff at Colonial Dorchester SHS to find out how we discovered a possible Revolutionary War fortification that was lost and forgotten for 250 years. During this program, we will talk about the on-going investigations like this one as well as the technology that helps find soil features. This...

Parent's get time to themselves while the kids have a blast at the Y! They will enjoy swimming, crafts, games, and pizza provided by Papa John's. Space is limited so sign up soon! If your child plans to swim please have your child dressed in their swimsuit, pack a towel, change of clothes and puddle jumper (if...

Pop in for some easy, breezy pint sized Holiday crafts! For: Children, Family.

Toddler-only jump time for walkers to age 5. Parents may join on the courts free. Tickets at the door only.

Once a month, join us for some sensory fun! This month: Straws! For ages 3+ with a caregiver. For: Kids & Families.

Wee Warrior Time: a play session just for little ones and their grown-ups at Adrenaline Monkey. Kids climb, play and explore together with other kids their age. When: Sundays 10–11 AM and Saturdays 9–10 AM Who: kids 6 and under, with a parent Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North...

Weekly Saturday brunch at Chatty Magpie Cafe: fresh breakfast favorites, handcrafted coffee and specialty drinks, with live performances from local musicians in a cozy neighborhood cafe. Friends and families welcome.

A festive tour of the historic Magnolia house decked out in 1920s-style holiday decor - the evolution of Santa Claus, vintage ornaments, and Southern holiday traditions. Runs daily December 6 through January 6 ($12 plus regular garden admission).

2-hour unlimited arcade game card and 2 laser tag sessions. 10am–1pm.

Hands-on group building with LEGOs, wooden blocks, magnetic tiles and more. Kids team up to build castles, racetracks and whatever they dream up. When: Mondays and Saturdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

Weekly drop-in open gym for kids 5 and up. Create an online account before dropping in.

In the new action-packed chapter from DreamWorks Animation's acclaimed comedy smash about a crackerjack crew of animal outlaws, our now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by a new team of criminals...

Palmetto City Ballet brings the holiday classic to the Sottile Theatre, following Clara on a magical journey filled with toy soldiers, snowflakes and festive characters.

Public skate sessions; skate rental available. Bring socks and a light jacket. (Seeded placeholder — please confirm times/price and mark 'still happening'.)

Need a night without the kids? Parents can drop off their children for holiday movies, snacks, fun games, music and much more. A great way to kick off the holiday season! — Location: Schroder Rec Ctr

Create a realistic looking hot air balloon night light. This is a series of classes and will require attendance to each subsequent class to complete hot air balloon night light. Supplies provided. First come first served. Must be 18+ to participate. For: *All Ages.

Live, local music in the gardens every Friday and Saturday afternoon, 3-6 PM. Free and open to the public - bring a picnic and find a seat.

The 35th annual Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park - a three-mile drive-through display with 750+ light scenes, the Festival Express train, a giant sand sculpture, marshmallow roasting, and the Enchanted Walking Trail. Open nightly mid-November through December 31; see ccprc.com for hours,...

Holiday lights, zoo animals, hot cocoa and a winter wagon ride. Santa or the Grinch appear on select evenings. Festival starts at 6 p.m.; closing times vary by date. Check the posted calendar.

Palmetto City Ballet brings the holiday classic to the Sottile Theatre, following Clara on a magical journey filled with toy soldiers, snowflakes and festive characters.