Archive for the ‘Mommy & Me’ Category

(Savannah Gymnastics) The Jam Urban Athletic Club opens in Savannah May 2024

Thursday, February 29th, 2024

Get ready, Savannah! The Jam Urban Athletic Club is gearing up to open its doors May 2024!

Dedicated to kids aged 18 months to 17 years old, The Jam offers a range of exhilarating programs including recreational gymnastics, Ninjastics, and obstacle courses.

Our mission? To bring the perfect blend of fun, challenge, and support to every child, pre-teen, and teen that walks through our doors! With us, they’ll not only develop strength and confidence but also forge lifelong friendships, becoming strong and well-balanced individuals along the way.

More info : www.thejamurbanclub.com

Address: 1100 Eisenhower Drive Savannah GA 31406

Summers camps 2024 are open to registration: weekly or daily options 

Find out about our Birthday Parties & Special Events

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Kid-friendly musical ‘Honk’ opens @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Thursday, February 29th, 2024

Honk” a musical retelling of The Ugly Duckling @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Opening in just one week! Come celebrate our 20th anniversary with HONK, a musical retelling of The Ugly Duckling @ Savannah Children’s Theatre.

Showtimes: 7PM Fri. March 8, Thurs March 14, Fri. March 15, Fri. March 22 2024

3PM Sat March 9, Sun. March 10, Sun. March 17, Sat. March 23, Sun. March 24 2024

Get tickets online here or call 912.238.9015.

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@ the Sat. March 9 Show

Bruce Carr, aka No Ordinary Balloon Man, is coming to Savannah. The award-winning balloon artist is building a special balloon sculpture to give back to the community theatre that fostered & encouraged his creativity as a teen. Come see his work THIS SATURDAY at the March 9th performance of HONK!

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Savannah toddler gym: March & April 2024 Tiny Tots playtime @ Summit Gymnastics

Wednesday, February 28th, 2024

Tiny Tots Parent & Child gym @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah

Summit Gymnastics in Savannah offers a regular time for children ages 5 and younger to play in their gym with an adult.

The program called Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah will be offered on the following dates 9:30-11AM in March & April 2024:

Sat. March 2, Sat. March 9 & Sat. March 23 & Fri. March 29, 9:30-11AM

Sat. April 6, Fri. April 12, Sat. April 20, Sat. April 27, 9:30-11AM

Tiny Tots is for children ages 5 & younger & their caregivers.

Kids can enjoy trampoline, foam in-ground pit, bars, balance beams & more.

Call ahead to confirm: 912.921.1034
$10-15 (see below)
For ages 5 & younger

NEW UPGRADE: You can now pre-register online through Summit’s parent portal (located @ summitgymnasticsga.com) for $10 or in person price of $15 with cash or card acceptable for payment.

Questions? Email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com

Summit Gymnastics, 74 W Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, 31406, (912) 921-1034, On Facebook here. Summit Gymnastics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Sibling Discount for Kindermusik Family Class

Monday, February 26th, 2024

Come visit Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano with your 0-7 year old and see why we’ve been the Coastal Empire’s top choice for music and movement education for 22 years!

Your first class is completely free, and infants under ten weeks are ALWAYS free!  Classes offered M-W; mornings, afternoons and evenings.

Visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info, or text FREE CLASS to 912-432-5885. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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(Savannah swim lessons) British Swim School of Savannah opens March 12

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

British Swim School of Savannah will offer swim lessons to students of all ages & abilities starting in March 2024

Just in time for swim season: British Swim School of Savannah – which offers a variety of swim lessons for all ages and skill levels – opens March 12 2024.

British Swim School is a premier survival and stroke development swimming lessons provider that offers a unique approach to teaching swimming skills to individuals of all ages and abilities.

The focus is on water safety and survival skills alongside swimming techniques, using a gentle and fun teaching method.

British Swim School instructors are trained to work with students at their own pace, emphasizing small class sizes and individualized attention. British Swim School aims to build confidence and competence in the water, promoting a lifelong love of swimming.

Questions? Call 912-303-7853 or goswimsavannah@britishswimschool.com

Sign up here.

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Kindermusik music & movement classes for ages 0-7 & their caregivers, Savannah

Monday, February 19th, 2024

Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano with your newborn to 24 month olds! 

Kindermusik’s “Cuddle & Bounce” classes, tailored especially for the tiniest music makers, offers music, instruments, movement, poems, dances and more! 

Watch your baby blossom through the joy of learning through music!

Infants under 10 weeks old can join COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE!  Text 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info. 

First trial class is complimentary!  Kindermusik…music now, skills for life. 

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Little Learners program with Savannah Tree Foundation @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Wednesday, February 14th, 2024

Little Learners program @ Savannah Children’s Museum

You are invited this Wed. Feb. 28, 10AM-Noon to a little learners program with Savannah Tree Foundation @ Savannah Children’s Museum.

Children will enjoy a storytime with the newly released book “Penny, the Pine.” Little ones and their caregivers will also participate in an art activity, open exploration at the museum, and a special snack craft.

Programming is included in the cost of admission.

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St. Patrick’s Holiday Cookie Decorating @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Monday, February 12th, 2024

St. Patrick’s Holiday Cookie Decorating 2024 @ Plant Riverside District, Savannah

St. Patrick’s Cookie Decorating with Plant Riverside District Pastry Chefs!

Bring the family & join the fun with Plant Riverside District culinary team and become a Jr. Pastry Chef. Learn how to decorate your own cookies during this green tradition with step-by-step instructions from PRD’s very own professionals of the SWEETS!

Located at Turbine Café, inside the Powerplant Building at Plant Riverside District, Savannah

Sign up for one of these Plant Riverside District St. Patrick’s Holiday Cookie Decorating sessions:  2PM Fri. March 8, or 2PM Sat. March 9 2024.

Cost: $25.

Sign up here.

Turbine Cafe, 400 W River St., Savannah, Georgia 31401

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Corduroy opens Feb 24 at Savannah Children’s Theatre

Thursday, February 8th, 2024

Corduroy @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Corduroy will open Feb 24 2024 @ Savannah Children’s Theatre.

Showtimes for this kids’ show are:

10AM Sat. Feb. 24 & March 2 2024

3PM Sat. & Sun Feb. 24 & 25 & 3PM March 2 & 3 2024

Purchase tickets online here.

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Special Kindermusik Savannah Love-Themed Musical Playdate

Wednesday, February 7th, 2024

Hugs-&-Kisses Themed Kindermusik Playdate for ages 0-7 & their caregivers, Sat Feb. 24

It’s time for Kindermusik’s sweetest and most special playdate of the year: Hugs and Kisses, which will be held twice on Sat. Feb. 24 2024, 10AM & 11AM.

 In this heartwarming musical playdate, all the songs and activities will center around LOVE, and how we can share and express it through the joy of music!

Parents and children ages 0-7 together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik Savannah class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!  

Limited capacity: The Kindermusik February musical playdate will be held twice on Sat. Feb. 24, 2024: 10AM and 11AM. Don’t delay in enrolling, as spots are limited and will be closed as soon as the spaces fill. Typically these playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now!

Location: Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano Studio; 183 Deerfield Rd W, Bloomingdale GA 31302

Enroll your child today at kindermusikwith88keys.com, or call/text 912-432-5885. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Seuss Fest 2024 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Monday, February 5th, 2024

Seuss Fest 2024 is Sat. Feb. 24 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

On Sat. Feb. 24, families are invited to celebrate the fun and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss during Seuss Fest @ Savannah Children’s Museum.

Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character in honor of the children’s book author.

The event will take place from 10AM to 1PM at Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401. 

Enjoy Seusstastic programs and activities with SCM educators and community partners!

Entrance to Seuss Fest is included in the price of admission. $10 per person, 18 months and up. FREE for CHS members! Become a member here.

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Free Family Game Day & Kid Karaoke @ The Magical World of Toys, Savannah

Sunday, February 4th, 2024

The Magical World of Toys’ Game Day & Kids Karaoke, Sun. March 17

FREE Game Day / Kids Karaoke is Sunday March 17 2024, 11AM-3PM @  The Magical World of Toys, a new toy store in Savannah’s Live Oak neighborhood off Waters Avenue.

If you haven’t visited this Savannah toy store yet, this event will be a fun chance to do so.

Toy store owner Dante Pierson regularly hosts community kids’ events at the store.

Learn more here.

See SouthernMamas.com reel spotlighting the toy store’s stage & dress-up gear here.

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March 2024 Events @ The Magical World of Toys

Sat. March 9: Second Saturday Savannah Children’s Theater Members from the cast of “Honk” will read the “Ugly Duckling” and perform an excerpt from their play. (11AM-Noon)

Savannah Ballroom Ballroom & Latin Dance Workshop for ages 5+ (1-2PM)

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Sun. March 17: Family Game Day/ Kids’ Karaoke (11AM-3PM)

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Free Touch-A-Truck @ Tanger Outlets Savannah, Pooler

Sunday, February 4th, 2024

Touch-A-Truck @ Tanger Outlets Savannah in Pooler, 2-4PM Feb. 25

Tanger Outlets Savannah invites the community to its inaugural Touch-a-Truck event on Sunday, Feb. 25 from 2-4 p.m.

Meet the Pooler Fire Department fire fighters and have close-up experience with the fire truck. Memorial Health will provide car seat safety checks for parents.

Stop by Tanger Outlet’s faux lighthouse any time between 2-4PM to learn about fire safety and see the fire trucks. Coloring books, crayons, and firemen hats will be given to each child in attendance.   

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Savannah daytrips 2024: U-Pick Daffodils in Okatie, SC near Bluffton

Thursday, February 1st, 2024

U-pick daffodils near Savannah, Bluffton, Hilton Head Is.

U-pick daffodils opens when blooms are available to pick @ U-pick Daffodils farm in nearby Okatie, SC (near Bluffton).

FOR 2024: As of March 6, U Pick Daffodils was closed for now waiting on better weather & fresh blooms. They will post here when they open or text Chuck at 843.368.1998.

The farm’s hours are dependent upon the weather and availability of flowers.

Pick your own are 50 cents per stem. Pre-picks are $9 for 15 stems.
Parking is free.

Stay updated on the farm’s opening/closing updates via the U Pick Daffodil Web site. Or on Facebook here 

UPickDaffodils.com is family owned and operated on what was once the family dairy farm. Chuck and Diane have planted several varieties of daffodils, not all of which bloom at the same time, according to their Web site.

UPickDaffodils
48 Calhoun Plantation Road
Okatie, SC 29909
843-368-1998
chuck@upickdaffodils.com

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Kindermusik music & movement classes for ages 0-7 & their caregivers, Savannah

Thursday, January 25th, 2024

Kindermusik Savannah offers classes for ages 0-7

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has been offering Kindermusik since 2002!

Come and see why for over 20 years, we’ve been the trusted source for early childhood learning through music.

Joining our classes with your 0-7 year olds offers many exciting perks:  free classes for babies under 10 weeks, sibling discounts, unlimited make ups, discounts on classes after being enrolled just a few months, home materials and music to enjoy all week, and a community of friends for your child and yourself! 

To try a free class, visit kindermusikwith88keys.com or text 912-432-5885. Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Free Day of Family Fun: 2024 Fit Kids Fest @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Thursday, January 25th, 2024

Junior League of Savannah’s 12th Annual Fit Kids Fest will be Sat. Feb. 17 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Take charge of your family’s health and wellness in 2024 by coming to the Junior League of Savannah’s 12th Annual Fit Kids Fest on Sat. Feb. 17 2024, 1-4PM

At this free annual event for K-12 students and their families, you’ll enjoy free, full access to the Savannah Children’s Museum including a life-size maze, slides, a sensory garden, a healthy scavenger hunt, a trail mix remix station, and face painting.

Free & open to K-12 students and their families.

Learn more here.

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(Savannah Toy Store) Free Storytimes & Valentine’s Fun @ The Magical World of Toys

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Free Family Fun Events @ The Magical World of Toys, Savannah

Lots of free, kid-friendly fun coming up @ the independent and locally owned Savannah toy store: The Magical World of Toys in Savannah

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Valentine’s Fun & Arts Therapy Workshop

Sat. Feb.10 from 11AM-4PM come to The Magical World of Toys for free family fun

11AM-Noon Sat. Feb. 10: Youth Circus Arts Therapy Workshop (presented by Duality Rising)

1-4PM Sat. Feb. 10 Valentine’s Print Party (presented by Elate Apparel)

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Family Game Night & Kids’ Karaoke

FREE Game Day / Kids Karaoke is Sunday Feb. 18, 11AM-3PM @  The Magical World of Toys, a new toy store in Savannah’s Live Oak neighborhood off Waters Avenue.

If you haven’t visited this Savannah toy store yet, this event will be a fun chance to do so.

Toy store owner Dante Pierson regularly hosts community kids’ events at the store.

Learn more here.

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Sat. Feb. 24 2024 Free Events 11AM -4PM

11am-12pm Local Storyteller Storytime w/ Craft “Bumblebees On The Run” read by local author Lashone L. Grimes

1-4PM DIY Cobra Lantern Kit (presented by The Krewe of The Humble Hedonists)

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Learn more about The Magical World of Toys here.

Contact info: 912-417-4940

dante@themagicalworldoftoys.com

1602 Waters Ave.

Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 Sunday 11-3 Closed Monday

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Kindermusik offers sibling discount on Savannah music & movement classes

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

Kindermusik parent & me classes for ages 0-7

Did you know? Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano offers a $20 discount per month for siblings!

Join in with your multiples; classes available for the whole family! Ages 0-7.

Set up your free trial class today: text 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com.  

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Children’s Book Reading @ Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah

Friday, January 19th, 2024

Free children’s book reading by local author Phyllis Tildes @ Skidaway Island State Park, Feb. 3

Come to Skidaway Island State Park in Savannah on Sat. Feb. 3 2-3PM in the Interpretive Center to listen to local author Phyllis Tildes read her charming books for children inspired by nature. You’ll also have the opportunity to color some of the author’s beautiful illustrations.

Phyllis Limbacher Tildes is an award-winning author and illustrator of picture books for children ages 0-8. Her love of nature and wildlife is evident in many of her titles. Her latest book, Bunny’s Big Surprise, was released in 2020 and features a variety of low-country wildlife. She has published 24 books, including Counting on Calico in 1995. Her 25th book, a board book version of her popular Eye Guess, will be released in January 2024.

FREE with a $5 park pass.

Learn more here.

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Special Groundhog Day Activities this Fri. Feb. 2 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Friday, January 19th, 2024

Groundhog Day 2024 Fun @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum this Friday Feb. 2 2024 for special groundhogs day activities!

Make groundhog pop up puppets and find out if Savannah Children’s Museum resident prognosticator Tippy the tortoise will see his shadow- or if he will decide it’s time for summer!

Savannah Children’s Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9AM-3PM.

Learn more about Savannah Children’s Museum here.

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Savannah family fun: See Disney’s ‘My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto’s Musical Tale’ @ Savannah Children’s Theatre

Thursday, January 18th, 2024

My Son Pinocchio musical @ Savannah Children’s Theatre opens Jan. 19

Here’s a live musical that’s fun for whole family: Disney’s My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto’s Musical Tale @ Savannah Children’s Theatre. See the Jan-Feb 2024 showtimes above.

Explore the timeless tale of Disney’s Pinocchio from the parents’ point of view as Geppetto navigates the ups & downs of raising a child that didn’t turn out quite like he imagined.

But when you wish upon a star, things can turn out even better than you’d dreamed!

Buy tickets online here or call 912.238.9015

If you haven’t taken your child to see a Savannah Children’s Theatre production, this is a fun, kid-friendly theater that provides an ideal way to expose your children to live theater and amazing productions.

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(Savannah toddler gym) Summit Gymnastics Tiny Tots Playtime

Friday, January 12th, 2024

Tiny Tots Parent & Child gym @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah

Summit Gymnastics in Savannah offers a regular time for children ages 5 and younger to play in their gym with an adult.

The program called Tiny Tots Playtime @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah will be offered on the following dates 9:30-11AM in in January and February 2024:

Tues. Jan. 16, Sat. Jan. 20, Tues. Jan. 23 & Tues. Jan 30, 9:30-11AM

Tues. Feb. 6, Fri. Feb. 9, Tues. Feb. 13, Tues. Feb. 20, Sat. Feb. 24, Tues. Feb. 27, 9:30-11AM

Tiny Tots is for children ages 5 & younger & their caregivers.

Kids can enjoy trampoline, foam in-ground pit, bars, balance beams & more.

Call ahead to confirm: 912.921.1034
$10 per child (Cash only)
For ages 5 & younger

Questions? Email summit.frontdesk@yahoo.com

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New Youth + Teen Classes @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center: Clay, Parent & Child Movement, Jewelry-Making, Drawing & Painting

Sunday, January 7th, 2024

Registration is Open for Youth & Teen Clay Classes at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center.

Got a creative child or teen interested in learning clay, ceramics even how to create on a pottery wheel

Winter term registration is now open for visual and performing arts classes including youth clay/ceramics classes at SCAC!

In Teen Clay, teens with any level of experience will learn a broad range of skills including hand-building and experimental projects. Beginning and Intermediate Youth Clay allows youth ages 9-12 to dive into the world of ceramics and complete finished pieces. Teen Clay class begins Jan 22, Beginning Youth Clay class begins Jan 30, and the Intermediate Youth Cay class begins Jan 29.

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Other youth classes include new Beads, Braids, and Knots; Music & Movement parent & me class for ages 2-3; youth painting & drawing.

Teen classes begin Jan. 22 2024 and run for 7 weeks.

Youth classes begin Jan. 29 2024 and run for 6 weeks.

All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center at 201 Montgomery St.

Learn more and register at savannahga.gov/artsclasses

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Fun Beading Class for Tweens at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Girls ages 10-12 can enjoy an afternoon of beading and braiding in this fun class on Mondays from 4:30-5:30pm starting on Jan. 29 2024.

Roll up your sleeves and tap into your creative side as we explore many materials to create wearable and useable pieces of art. Introduction to beads, Kumihimo (the Japanese art of braiding), the use of knotting and paper will be explored. Projects will include friendship bracelets, key rings, and Kumihimo bracelets.

Also join Adventures in Art, Youth Drawing and Painting, and Youth Clay!

Register today at savannahga.gov/artsclasses.

All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St

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New Parent & Child Movement Class @ Savannah Cultural Arts Center

Mornings in movement and song with little ones aged 2-3. Class is available on both Wednesday and Saturday from 10-10:45AM starting Jan. 31.

This class offers interactive bonding time with parent and child, geared towards children ages two and three. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop.

Kids aged 3-5 can also join Discovering Dance, a 3 in 1 class exploring different dance techniques and rhythm.

Register today at savannahga.gov/artsclasses.

All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St.

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Youth Drawing and Painting Class at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center

An afternoon of art exploration and fun for creative kids aged 9-12. Class takes place Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30PM starting Jan. 31 2024.

In this class, young artists will have the opportunity to explore the art of both drawing and painting. You’ll develop your drawing and painting skills in a variety of fun projects that will include watercolor, pastels, and acrylics.

Kids aged 9-12 can also join Adventures in Art, Beads, Braids and Knots, and Youth Clay classes.

Register today at savannahga.gov/artsclasses.

All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St

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(Savannah daytrips) Hilton Head Snow Day 2024

Monday, December 18th, 2023

Hilton Head Snow Day 2024

Here’s a fun annual event for kids who haven’t seen snow: Hilton Head Snow Day, 11AM-4PM Sat. Jan. 27 in Shelter Cove Community Park.

This is a family event that will have inflatable rides, a snowfield with fake snow, and entertainment.

For the kids who have never seen snow, this is the perfect event!

Admission: $10 for ages 2-17

Learn more here.

Shelter Cove Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928