Toddlers & babies · Oct 30 – Nov 5

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.

Special Events program from Summerville Parks & Recreation. Ages: 1-5. Registration required — sign up in the Town's Rec1 catalog (link above).

Special Events program from Summerville Parks & Recreation. Ages: 1-5. Registration required — sign up in the Town's Rec1 catalog (link above).

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.

Step inside the shelter at the Structure 2 excavation and discover what archaeologists have unearthed, thus far, at the site of one of Charles Towne’s most dynamic lots. Talk with a park educator about the intriguing finds that have been made here over the past decade and what the evidence tells us about the people...

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.

Free, family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat at The Joe (Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park), hosted by City of Charleston Recreation. Wear your best costume and visit each vendor for candy and surprises. When: Fri, Oct 30, 4–6 PM Where: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston Cost: Free

Come join us for a festive fall evening where costumes are encouraged and fun is guaranteed! Enjoy an abundance of candy, delicious food, exciting games, and much more with your family and friends. Registration is not required to attend. — Location: Lincoln Rec Ctr

Ideas about what it means to be clean and how best to achieve it have changed dramatically over the centuries. Join a park educator to learn why the once-popular practice of bathing fell out of fashion in Europe during the early modern period. Discover the techniques that seventeenth-century Europeans and their...

Come meet our animal ambassadors; they’re quite diplomatic. This program series will feature a diverse array of animal ambassadors which will help provide insights into their natural habitats, behaviors, and conservation needs. Each week we will offer a different program, so make your plans now and don’t miss...

To create a stimulating environment for our zoo animals, keepers use enrichment. Enrichment is an item or change to a habitat to stimulate and engage the animal in natural behaviors. Peanut butter biscuits for the bears, scented burlaps for the pumas, and pool toys for the otters; all different things keepers may...

Rats, snakes, poop, animal bones, and garbage may seem gross, but archaeologists view them as evidence! Discover how gross, grimy, and discarded remains found at Charles Towne can reveal surprising stories about the people, animals, work, and daily life of the settlement 350 years ago. Get ready to investigate some...

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.

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...

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.

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

Join the Clemson Tri-County Master Gardeners to learn about nature! This program is geared to kids ages 5-11. Limited capacity, first come, first served. For: Kids & Families.

Join Chef Rebecca Antill to learn the legends of the Three Sisters Soup and how to make it! Ages 12 to 17 Monday, November 2 at 5pm Register online below beginning 10/20. Registration required — sign up on the library's event page. For: Teens.

Can you make a shelter that can withstand a wind tunnel to keep your dinosaur safe? Let's find out! All materials will be provided. Ages 6 to 11 Tuesday, November 3 at 11am & 4pm Register for either session online beginning 10/20. Register below for the 11AM session! Registration required — sign up on the...

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

Craft and decorate your own magical dragon egg! Get creative with colorful sparkles and gems to make an egg worthy of your dream dragon. 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...

YMCA school's-out day camp at The Ponds on Election Day: Tue, Nov 3. Book individual days. Ages 4-12. $50 member / $70 non-member per day. Registration is open until the day of camp (spots are limited). Register through the YMCA's online program search.

Calling all young performers! Join us for a fun and creative theatre and improv program where kids will build confidence through acting games, storytelling, character work, and improvisation. Grades 4th-7th. Registration is required. You can register by emailing [email protected] , calling...

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).

Toddler-only jump time for walkers to age 5, with a themed craft and special guests on Wednesdays. Parents may join on the courts free. Tickets at the door only. Only 9-10am when CCSD is out.

Join us for Nature Walk Wednesday, a guided stroll through the scenic trails of Rosebrock Park. Discover the beauty of the Lowcountry's natural landscapes, learn about local wildlife, and enjoy fresh air and movement in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a...

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...

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

Make a festive turkey craft with Miss Lindsey! For: Kids & Families.

WANDO LIBRARY- Come have fun learning about axolotls with stories, songs, videos, and a craft! All ages. Under 6 with an adult. For: Kids & Families.

At Maker Muses, we’re all about dreaming, building, and having fun! Kids in grades 3–5 get to explore cool stuff like science, art, robots, and inventions. Whether we’re making slime, coding games, or designing flying machines, we work together, get messy, and learn by doing. Our club is a place to be curious,...