Toddlers & babies · October 16 – 22

What has 8 legs but is also quite the artist? That's right, a spider! Come join us to see the more artistic side of our 8-legged friends. We will learn how spiders make their webs and catch their food. Young children will channel their inner explorers as they enjoy nature through hands-on activities, games, music,...

Weekly program for babies and toddlers (birth to 3) and their grown-ups, built around play, connection and routines. When: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 AM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership. No pre-registration; tell the front desk you're there for Early Connections. Space is limited.

Join us for a fun-filled Game Day at the St. Stephen Library from 3:00–4:30 PM. We will have a variety of games ready for playing! For: Family.

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.

Before the advent of electricity, humans depended on various handcrafted lighting sources using available resources. Join us to explore all of the methods that the settlers used to light their way in the new world. The program is free, however, for $5 participants can upgrade their experience and create their...

30th annual Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10 AM–7 PM through Nov 1. Admission covers the tractor tour, corn maze, petting zoo, pig races, mini golf and more; pony rides and face painting are extra. Separate ticket from the plantation tour.

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

Use jewelry tools to create a spooky spider and web from wire, string, and beads. Supplies are limited and registration is suggested. Registration required — sign up on the library's event page. For: Teens.

Free family Halloween night at the Summerville Family YMCA Oakbrook branch: trunk or treat, spooky games, kid-friendly activities and candy for kids of all ages. Come in costume and bring treat bags. Open to the public - no YMCA membership required.

A foam party designed just for our smallest visitors.

Family Archaeology Movie Night at Charles Towne Landing: chat with the park archaeologist about Hollywood adventure vs. real archaeological science, take the movie-night quiz for a chance to win a model 17th-century ship, then watch The Adventures of Tintin (PG) on the big screen. Free with discounted $5 park...

Get on Wait List Program is Full Join us for an outdoor fun, friendly, family night of BINGO under the Ashley River Park pavilion! Cost is per family with a max of 6 people. — Location: Pratt Pavilion Registration required (link above).

Dig into history at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site's annual event: “Piecing Together the Past with Archaeology." Discover how archaeologists see beyond written records and learn about past cultures based on what lies underground. This event provides a first-hand look at the park’s archaeological...

Monthly litter sweep with Conservancy of the Sea Islands at Mingo Point, Kiawah Island.

St. Paul's/Hollywood - Join growing gardeners for our monthly gardening program where we learn cool stuff while playing in the dirt and having fun outside. Bring sun protection and plenty of water. All ages welcome. For: *All Ages, Kids & Families.

30th annual Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10 AM–7 PM through Nov 1. Admission covers the tractor tour, corn maze, petting zoo, pig races, mini golf and more; pony rides and face painting are extra. Separate ticket from the plantation tour.

30th annual Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10 AM–7 PM through Nov 1. Admission covers the tractor tour, corn maze, petting zoo, pig races, mini golf and more; pony rides and face painting are extra. Separate ticket from the plantation tour.

Westbury Farms Halloween Festival, Sat-Sun Oct 17-18, 10 AM-5 PM each day (rescheduled from Oct 10-11 due to rain). Admission $10 per person; tickets online or at the gate. Saturday costume contest; Sunday Dolly Parton look-alike contest. Monster Mash dance party, spooky corn maze, I-Spy scavenger hunt, u-pick &...

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

A weekly open-air market celebrating local flower farms, food vendors (King of Pops, Charleston Tea & Spice, and more), and live music. Sundays 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM through Nov 8. Free to attend.

Join us for our Monster Mash party! Come sing songs and make crafts in your best Halloween costume! Recommended for ages 2 to 5! For: Kids & Families.

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

WANDO LIBRARY- DIY your own spooky terrarium to really capture the Halloween spirit! Grades 6-12th For: Teens.

Paint a pumpkin and create a scary (or friendly) pet to take home. Open play is included in the price. When: Mon, Oct 19, 4 PM

Happy Hour admission at Bizzy Bee: $11.50 per child instead of the regular $15.50 general admission - $4 off every kid. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after 3pm (open until 7pm). Up to 2 adults free per family. Excludes school and bank holidays (so no discount Mon, Oct 12 - Columbus Day); cannot be combined...

Your little music maker moves and grooves in a music & rhythm class by Ms. Crystal of Sing, Play, and Learn, surrounded by marine life.

Stories read aloud plus interactive activities for young kids at the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

Storytime Tuesday at Bizzy Bee - free with general admission.

Sing your favorite spooky tunes or groove to Halloween hits with friends and family. Treats will be provided; come join the fun! For: Kids & Families.

Embrace Your Creativity in Nature! Prepare to unleash your artistic side in the park as you discover the marvels of the natural world with Eco-Explorers! Each week, we will present a new theme through an engaging story, explore the wonders of nature, and channel our creativity by crafting something inspired by...

Happy Hour admission at Bizzy Bee: $11.50 per child instead of the regular $15.50 general admission - $4 off every kid. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after 3pm (open until 7pm). Up to 2 adults free per family. Excludes school and bank holidays (so no discount Mon, Oct 12 - Columbus Day); cannot be combined...

Teens can enjoy (or dread) a scary movie experience in a blackout setting while snacking on yummy (yet grotesque) treats. For teens in grades 6-12. For: Teens.

Sensory-friendly open play: lights partly off and music turned down for sensory-sensitive kids. Everyone is welcome. When: Wednesdays, 8–10 AM Cost: Regular open play pass (play space is for ages 0–8).

Free weekly storytime inside the bookstore with Ms. Leslie, the visiting storyteller. Special "people in your neighborhood" guests like the fire chief, police chief and Summerville's mayor. When: Wednesdays, 9:30–10 AM Ages: Kids of all ages Cost: Free. Juice boxes and fruit snacks provided, plus a student...

Weekly program for babies and toddlers (birth to 3) and their grown-ups, built around play, connection and routines. When: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 AM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership. No pre-registration; tell the front desk you're there for Early Connections. Space is limited.

Enjoy building with different building blocks. Block play provides many opportunities for learning, collaboration and problem solving. Recommended for children ages 5-11 years and their caregivers. Limited capacity, first come, first served. For: Kids & Families.

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? How long can a tortoise live? If you’ve been wondering these questions, you’ll really dig this program. Join us to shellebrate the Animal Forest's resident reptile, the gopher tortoise!

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

Happy Hour admission at Bizzy Bee: $11.50 per child instead of the regular $15.50 general admission - $4 off every kid. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after 3pm (open until 7pm). Up to 2 adults free per family. Excludes school and bank holidays (so no discount Mon, Oct 12 - Columbus Day); cannot be combined...

A magical meet and greet with Cinderella at Sip n' Slide Play Cafe. An evening the whole family will enjoy! When: Wed, Oct 21, 4–6 PM

A scary-good night of Halloween happenings at the Aquarium — costumes, characters, and family fun.

Every Thursday is Grandparents Day at West Farm! That’s right; one grandparent gets free admission every Thursday for each paying child (ages 3+). (This offer is not valid for kids under two or field trip chaperones.)

Stories read aloud plus interactive activities for young kids at the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

Our Monster Makerspace will be stocked with supplies for kids to make their own Halloween monster creations. Bring items you would normally recycle at home (cardboard, plastic, etc.), or use ours, and create a creepy creature. We will have some inspiration to get the creative juices flowing, as well as other...

WANDO LIBRARY - Learn about the science behind pumpkins with stories, songs, videos, and an experiment! Ages 6 and up. Ages 6 and up. For: Kids & Families.

North American River Otters, with their slick semi-aquatic superpowers, seem like aquatic acrobats. Yet, to the English settlers, they were the furry foes. Discover what you otter know about this charismatic critter.

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

Hear Princeton's premier R&B and soul a capella group as they sing songs ranging from classics by Stevie Wonder and BoysIIMen to contemporary hits like Daniel Caesar and Brandy. For: *All Ages.

Family Feud-style trivia in the Greeting House, hosted by LiveNexton: score points by guessing the most popular answer, not the factual one. Play as a team or solo; every team member must sign up. $5 donation to the Lions Club required to play.