December 16 – 22

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.

All new for 2026! Brad and Jennifer Moranz have delighted audiences of all ages with their holiday musical show featuring some of the country’s most talented singers, dancers and musicians – now in it’s 31st spectacular year! Discounted rates are available for seniors (62 & older), military, groups of 15 or more,...

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...

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

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).

Prepare yourself for adventure! Register today for a standalone Dungeons and Dragons quest! No prior Dungeons and Dragons experience is needed! Grades 4th-8th. Please email [email protected], call 843-805-6888 or drop by the Children’s desk to register For: Kids & Families, Teens.

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.

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

Join us in the Teen area for popcorn and a movie! Hangout in a beanbag chair and enjoy the featured film: Soul. Rated PG For: Teens.

Baxter-Patrick Library – Join us to learn new STEM concepts through a story and then apply your knowledge with a hands-on activity! Join us this month and become a snowflake architect! For: Kids & Families.

Unleash your creature powers with games and activities inspired by Wild Kratts! For: Kids & Families.

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

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).

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.

December 17th from 6-8pm in Fitness Building Looking for some new holiday cookie recipes to add to your old favorites? Or maybe you like baking with friends and making a mess in someone else’s kitchen! Either way, join Chef Rebecca in a homemade cookie swap - we will make 3-4 different kinds of holiday cookies and...

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

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

Join us for crafts & games. For: Family.

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

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).

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.

Painting with Tina, Dec 18th 6-8pm winter/Santa, held at 519G North Goose Creek Blvd in Fitness Center, room MP2 Watercolor, all materials provided in cost. The City of Goose Creek is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment and holds all participants, vendors, coaches, and staff to the highest...

More info coming soon. — Location: Central Creek Park

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...

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

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

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).

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: Dec 21–23 & Dec 28–30, 9 AM–5 PM Who: ages 4–12 Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North Charleston...

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

Need a little holiday cheer? Drop by the library to catch live cello music from our amazing Volunteen and create a festive ornament. The music may come and go, but the holiday fun will be here all afternoon! For: *All Ages.

YMCA school's-out day camp at Downtown on Winter Break: Mon, Dec 21, Tue, Dec 22, Wed, Dec 23, Mon, Dec 28, Tue, Dec 29, Wed, Dec 30, Mon, Jan 4. Book individual days. Ages 5-11. $50 member / $70 non-member per day. Registration is open until the day of camp (spots are limited). Register through the YMCA's online...

YMCA school's-out day camp at Oakbrook on Winter Break: Mon, Dec 21, Tue, Dec 22, Wed, Dec 23, Mon, Dec 28, Tue, Dec 29, Wed, Dec 30, Mon, Jan 4. 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...

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

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).

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.

A hands-on holiday workshop at the Charleston Museum where kids make their own ornaments and decorations with hot chocolate and cookies. See charlestonmuseum.org for tickets and any 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

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

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

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).

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.

Listen for the bell! Watch The Polar Express with us & enjoy a cup of hot chocolate! Pajamas encouraged. Registration is not required. All Ages (Families) Tuesday, December 22nd at 6PM For: Teens, Kids, All Ages, Families.