November 22 – 28

Sunday mornings: $1.99 bowling with half-price arcade, laser tag & VR. Half price again 8pm–close.

Charleston's fall comic and pop-culture con. Fun for the whole family. What's there: • Huge video game and cosplay contests • Vendors, guests and attractions When: Sun, Nov 22, 10 AM–5 PM Where: Embassy Suites North Charleston Convention Center Cost: tickets; kids free

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...

Cheapest family bowling of the week: $2 per person per game, 10am–12pm Sundays. (Pricing posted July 2024 — please confirm current rates.)

Full-day adventure camp for ages 4–12: ninja warrior-style obstacle courses, climbing walls, and fun nutrition and science demos, with themes on teamwork, perseverance and leadership. When: Nov 23–25 & 27, 9 AM–5 PM Who: ages 4–12 Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North Charleston...

Thanksgiving break camp and family fun day.

Adaptive Programming program from Summerville Parks & Recreation. Ages: 5-100. Registration required — sign up in the Town's Rec1 catalog (link above).

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

YMCA school's-out day camp at Downtown on Thanksgiving Break: Mon, Nov 23, Tue, Nov 24, Wed, Nov 25, Fri, Nov 27. Book individual days. Ages 5-12. $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.

YMCA school's-out day camp at Oakbrook on Thanksgiving Break: Mon, Nov 23, Tue, Nov 24, Wed, Nov 25, Fri, Nov 27. Book individual days. Ages 5-14. $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.

YMCA school's-out day camp at The Ponds on Thanksgiving Break: Mon, Nov 23, Tue, Nov 24, Wed, Nov 25, Fri, Nov 27. 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.

Three days of Thanksgiving-week fall break camp at Japan Karate Institute: daily field trips, games and activities, with snacks and drinks included. Mon–Wed Nov 23–25, 7:30 AM–6 PM (early drop-off from 6 AM for an extra fee with advance registration). Ages 5–12. Limited spaces — call 843-408-0503 or see...

Take some time to connect and create with others through hands-on creative recreation. — Location: 301 N Hickory StSummerville, SC 29483

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.

Tiny Trekkers is back! Join us for a seasonal adventure as we explore the wonders of fall! Designed for ages 2-5, this Tiny Trekkers program will introduce young explorers to the changes happening all around us during autumn. We'll discover how leaves change color, learn how plants and animals prepare for the...

Join us as we explore how plants and animals prepare for the changing seasons! During this hands-on nature program, participants will discover why leaves change color in the fall, learn about incredible insect and animal migrations like the journey of the monarch butterfly, and investigate the different ways...

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a fun, family-friendly planting activity! Keep Berkeley Beautiful will be hosting this event at the St. Stephen Library. We will be planting Paperwhite bulbs that will bloom just in time for the holidays. We’ll provide the bulbs, pots, and soil—you bring your...

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a fun, family-friendly planting activity! Keep Berkeley Beautiful will be hosting this event at the Moncks Corner Library. We will be planting Paperwhite bulbs that will bloom just in time for the holidays. We’ll provide the bulbs, pots, and soil—you bring your...

Pick an activity and enjoy unlimited play for one set price. All day.

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

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.

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.

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.

$1.99 games of bowling, half-price arcade games and attractions. All day.

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

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.

Charleston's 49th annual Thanksgiving morning race at Marion Square: a 5K at 9 AM and a Kids Fun Run at 10:30 AM. Register ahead; packet pickup is at the Marion Square expo the day before, with no race-day registration.

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

4 hours of unlimited bowling, shoes & laser tag for one low price. Thursdays & Fridays.

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,...

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.

Set-aside adventure time for homeschool students, with access to all the adventures. When: Fridays, 10 AM–3 PM Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North Charleston Tickets: chs.adrenalinemonkeyfun.com

Weekly drop-in open gym for preschoolers; an adult must accompany the child.

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.

Skip the shopping and take in the fresh air at Colonial Dorchester for a special Black Friday hike! This ranger-led tour will take you on a walk throughout history as you enjoy the natural beauty of the park. Choose #OptOutsideSC!

4 hours of unlimited bowling, shoes & laser tag for one low price. Thursdays & Fridays.

Westbury Farms and Marymeade Market celebrate the season over three days: pick out a Christmas tree, shop handmade wreaths and holiday gifts, sip hot cider and hot chocolate, and enjoy crafts, food trucks, snow foam, gingerbread houses, face painting and music. Runs daily 10 AM to 8 PM, Nov 27-29.

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.

Friday night blacklights, live DJ and dance party on the trampolines. Often sells out by Thursday; buy ahead. Kids 12 and under need a parent in the building.

Stingrays home game at North Charleston Coliseum. Black Out Friday with specialty black jerseys.

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...

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

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.