Free Things to Do with Kids This Weekend · Charleston · December 4 – 10

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.

Calling all children, come and learn the skills needed to be an elf with us! Are you up to the challenge of making holiday magic? For: Kids & Families.

Celebrate the holiday season at our one-day Art in the Park program, where participants will create festive crafts, play fun reindeer-themed games, and enjoy holiday music. Join us for a day filled with creativity, laughter, and tasty treats as we make lasting holiday memories together! Registration required to...

Get into the holiday spirit with this beginner-friendly craft making holiday wreath ornaments! Registration not required, but seats are limited. For: *All Ages.

Do you have talent? Do you play an instrument? If you answered yes, please sign up for our 4th annual talent show that caters to teens and children. If you would like to sign up email: [email protected] within the email include your name, talent, and age. For: Kids & Families, Teens.

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.

Family afternoon with a free bounce house and popcorn.

The City of Charleston's annual Holiday Parade steps off at Broad and Rutledge, travels Broad Street to Meeting Street and ends at Marion Square, followed by the city tree lighting around 5 PM. Details may be updated by the city closer to the date.

Free story and movement session for babies and preschoolers.

Animal lover Mabel uses clever new technology designed to "hop" human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined. Rated PG Runtime 105 minutes For: Teens.

Get into the holiday spirit by making some 3D snowflakes! They're easy to make, classy diy decorations, and can be reproduced at home. All materials provided. Open to adults and teens. For: Teens.

Come enjoy a hands-on gift making event. Make a festive lantern to give as a gift during the holiday season. All supplies, instruction, and wrapping will be available. For: Teens.

Join us after school in our Children’s area for a cozy afternoon of gift making. We’ll make a special winter craft that can be given to friends or family. * While supplies last For: Kids & Families.

Do you love yarn, fabric, and all things fiber? Join other fiber friends to turn a paper plate and some yarn into a tree! For: Kids & Families.