So much going on this month at Summit Gymnastics in Savannah.
Tiny Tots, 10:30AM-Noon, Sat. Sept. 12th. For ages 0-5.
Ninja Obstacle Course, 5-7PM Sept. 19th. For ages 5-12
PJ Party, Parents Night out, You deserve a night off while the kids have a blast in the gym, for ages 3-12, Sat. Sept. 26th. Details here.
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Onward Ossie: Sea Turtle Release, 10AM Sat. Sept. 26
It’s time for Tybee Island Marine Science Center’s resident Marine Debris Ambassador to swim free! Please join TIMSC we release Ossie the Loggerhead Sea Turtle into the wild blue yonder at 10AM Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026.
Found as a tiny straggler hatchling on Ossabaw Island in 2023, Ossie has grown strong and educated visitors at the science center for the last three years. Now weighing almost 36 pounds, this healthy juvenile is ready to thrive in their natural environment.
But gone doesn’t mean forgotten: Ossie will be equipped with a satellite tracker, thanks to activist Liddy Clever and her nonprofit organization, Sea Life with Liddy. Weekly whereabouts will be posted on TIMSC’s social media and website.
The event will take place on the beach in front of the Center Street crossover in the North Beach parking lot.
Early arrival recommended, signs encouraged!
Note: The science center will open late that day at 11am.
ONWARD, OSSIE! SEA TURTLE RELEASE
When: 10 AM, Saturday, Sept. 26
Where: Tybee Island Marine Science Center
Ossie will be released into the ocean in front of the North Beach center crossover
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Programs at Tybee Island Marine Science Center
Toddler Thursday is Thursday Sept 24th, 9:30-10:30AM at Tybee Island Marine Science Center. For children ages 1-4.
Crafts, books, and activities all focused on pollinators and their important role on Earth.
Registration required. Sign up here.
Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.
Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission. Learn more here.
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Sign up in advance for this musical playdate in Bloomingdale, Sept. 19th
Join us for a celebration of all kinds of keyboards in our September 19th playdate at 10AM, All Keyed Up!
Enroll online here.
We’ll be exploring the different sounds of the piano, harpsichord, synthesizer, and organ; dancing to the beloved compositions of Beethoven and Mozart; and building foundational musical skills while getting those little fingers flying! If your baby, toddler, or preschooler shows an early interest in any kind of keyboard instrument, All Keyed Up is the perfect way to fine-tune that love for those magical black and white keys!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get:
Enroll online here.
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Parents’ Night Out is Sat. Sept. 12th at the JAM UAC, Savannah
Ready for a childfree night off?
Bring your kids to our
Parents’ Night Out: Escape the Jam Edition
Saturday, September 12 (6–9 PM).
Kids will team up for an escape-room-style night full of puzzles, codes, and timed challenges — plus pizza + refreshments.
Active Members Discount available
Spots are limited — pre-registration is recommended.
Register here.
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Book Alsies Ice Cream Truck for Fall Savannah Events
Fall calendars are filling up, and now is the perfect time to get Alsies on yours! Fall Festivals, school events, neighborhood gathering, sports teams and celebrations, church events, birthday parties, employee apprecation.
We bring the truck, the treats and the fun. You just bring the crowd!
September & October dates are booking now!
Call or text 912-349-9733
Email: coastalga@alsies.com
Book at alsies.com/coastalga
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School’s Out Camps at Sharkie School + Sharkie School Morning Programs
Sharkie School Camps, Savannah
When school’s out, these Sharkie School Camps are in.
For ages 2-5.
9AM-1PM
Sept. 21st, Oct. 12-13th, Nov. 9th, Nov. 23-25th.
Register online here.
Sharkie School Morning Programs in Savannah & Rincon
Both Savannah Sharks gyms (Savannah & Rincon) offer Sharkie School for children ages 2-5.
Now accepting enrollments for the 2026-27 school year. Two , three or four day options.
Enroll now here.
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Kids’ Night Out Foam Party for children ages 4-5th grade, Savannah
Parents enjoy a night off while you kids enjoy a night out: Kid’s Night Foam Party, Saturday, Sept. 19th, 6-10PM
JEA Savannah is sending summer off with a BANG at their annual Foam Pool Party Saturday, September 19!
Campers will hit the foam pit, make a splash in the pool, and cool down with a delicious frozen treat.
Get ready for an evening that’s messy, silly, and SO MUCH FUN!
Learn more and register online here.
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Labor Day Day Camp at the Jam, Savannah
Ninja Warrior, Obstacle Course, Gymnastics, Tumbling – all on the agenda for Labor Day Camp 2026, Monday, Sept. 7th at the Jam Urban Athletic Club, Savannah.
9AM-Noon (Early drop off available 7:30AM)
For ages 4-12.
Morning Ninja Club for ages 3-4 at the Jam Urban Athletic Club
Ninja Morning Club is every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10am-12pm for all 3-5yo.
Ninja introduction & tumbling class + games + reading/craft time.
Kids play while parents can have a little “me-time”
Think drop-off fun club with a membership. (1,2 or 3 days a week).
Learn more.
Art Start: Stroller & Toddler Tour is Thursday, Sept. 17th at Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center
Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore A Seat at the Table! Create decorated plates to show what makes people happy at your table! Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot.
Purchase tickets online here.
Free for Adult members I Adult Non-members: $12 I Kids: $5.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:30- 11:30AM
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Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime every Friday at 10:30am in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center. This enchanting program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting. Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission.
Learn More/Register/Purchase Tickets here :
Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission.
Every Friday, 10:30-11AM
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Drop-In Studio at Jepson Center, Savannah
Take time to unleash your creativity, join us in our studios every Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 2pm for art-making projects for all ages! Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative media such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books, and much more. Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Learn more here.
PRICE: Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission.
Every Saturday and Sunday, 10AM- 2PM
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Things to do with kids in Savannah this month & this fall including hayrides, corn maze and pumpkin patch fun at Poppel Farms.
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Frogwarts is Sunday Oct. 25th at Georgia State Railroad Museum & Savannah Children’s Museum
Calling all young wizards, witches, inventors, and curious minds! Tickets are now on sale for Frogwarts: A Magical Adventure! on Sunday, October 25th, 11AM-3PM.
Purchase tickets here.
Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum will transform into a magical world of discovery during Coastal Heritage Society’s signature fall family fundraiser, Frogwarts: A Magical Adventure!
Families can enjoy a day filled with STEAM activities, train rides, spellbinding fun, and plenty of hands-on adventures.
Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/frogwarts2026
Explore magical classes inspired by wizard-school themed
adventure while discovering chemistry, engineering, biology, art, and more.
Frogwarts highlights include:
Train rides and handcar rides
Custom wand-making
Potions
Quill writing
Reptiles and owls
“Kuidditch”
STEAM activities
Fortune-telling
Charms
Candle-making
And much more
Lowcountry Turners will be creating custom lathe-turned wands available for purchase while supplies last.
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for the Magical Creature Care Clinic, also known as the Teddy Bear Clinic, hosted by the Medical College of Georgia-Savannah in the STEAM Center classroom.
Enjoy a performance by students from Garrison Glee Club from Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts and explore activities led by Coastal Heritage Society’s community partners.
Latin Chicks, Pie Society, Savannah Square Pops, and more food trucks will be on site with food available for purchase.
A special thank-you to our sponsors: The Lesher Family Foundation, LiveOak Fiber, Pediatric Associates of Savannah, PC, Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry and Royal Restrooms of Savannah.
Purchase tickets here:
Coastal Heritage Society members receive ticket discount. Become a Coastal Heritage Society member here.
Purchase tickets here.
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Poppell Farms Hayrides, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch in Odum Georgia
Y’all ready? We are!
Poppell Farms 2026 Season will be here soon: Oct. 3-Nov. 1
Celebrate fall at Poppell Farms! General Admission Includes:
Lots of special days at the farm planned including:
Trick or Treat at the Farm, Oct. 31 10AM
Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 24, 10AM
Sensory Sensitivity Morning, Oct. 11 10AM
Learn more here.
Poppel Farms: 1765 Hyma Poppell Loop, Odum, GA 31555
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Free Family Day at Davenport House Museum, Sept. 13th
Mid-Autumn Festival Family Day
Sunday 9/13 | 11AM – 2PM
Davenport House Museum
323 E Broughton St, Savannah
Cost: Free
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Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the Davenport House Museum and the Savannah Chinese Association during this free Family Day filled with hands-on activities, cultural performances, refreshments, and fun for all ages. One of the most important holidays in many East and Southeast Asian cultures, the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates the harvest, family reunions, and the full moon—a time for gathering together, sharing food, and giving thanks.
The celebration also honors an important chapter in the Davenport House’s own history. From 1901–1902, the home was occupied by the Chan family, one of Savannah’s earliest Chinese American families. Through this special partnership, guests are invited to connect with the museum’s past while celebrating a living cultural tradition. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the return of the museum’s acclaimed exhibition, Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches, which shares the story of the Chan family and Savannah’s early Chinese community.
At 12:15pm there will be the official opening of Charming Savannah Seen Through Chinese Eyes a photography exhibition celebrating the beauty, character, and stories of Savannah through the perspectives of local Chinese photographers. This exhibition is a visual conversation about place, belonging, and community. Through their lenses, the photographers share how Savannah has inspired them, welcomed them, and become part of their own stories.
Family Day is free and open to the public thanks to generous support from the City of Savannah. Join us for an afternoon of history, culture, and community as we celebrate the many stories that make Savannah unique.
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Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano in our Tuesday 10am Family Class!
Sibling discounts – children ages 0 to 7 welcome! First visit is free.
Visit Kindermusikwith88keys.com or text “free class” to 912-432-5885 for more info!
Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.
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Nature Programs at Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah
Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings Show & Tell, is Sept. 27th, at 1PM at Skidaway Island State Park.
That’s just one of many kid-friendly nature programs happening in September at the Georgia State Park. Check out all these fun and educational programs in September at Skidaway Island State Park. You can also find these on SouthernMamas.com Event Calendar.
Archery: Hour-long slots available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
Backyard Birding: Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us.
Bead a Snake Keychain: Create a colorful beaded snake keychain and learn all about these incredible animals with a naturalist! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $3 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Clay Crafts: Mushrooms: Visit the Interpretive Center and meet up with a ranger to learn about mushroom anatomy. Make an air dry clay mushroom of your very own! Materials and instruction provided. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Come Play Cornhole: Relax and unwind, surrounded by nature, with a game or two of cornhole with your friends and family. Game equipment will be set up outside the Interpretive Center.
Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings Show & Tell: Guest speakers from the Skidaway Audubon Diamondback Terrapin Rescue project will be sharing information about their efforts to help the population recover by relocating eggs to safer nesting boxes. Join us at the Interpretive Center for a Show & Tell to see the hatchlings and hear about this important project. Ages 6 and up may be allowed to handle the hatchlings (to avoid germ transmission, younger children will not be allowed to handle the hatchlings)
Draw Closer to Nature: Have you ever wanted to draw what you see at Skidaway Island State Park? Meet in the Interpretive Center for an overview of nature sketching techniques. Then let’s hit the Sandpiper Trail, find our inspiration, and draw closer to nature! Instruction and materials provided. Space is limited. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Georgia high school students are encouraged to attend — enter the third annual Parks and Historic Sites Division Art Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2027! Visit gastateparks.org/artcontest for more information.
Finger Snakes: Visit the Interpretive Center and enjoy creating a felt snake to wrap around your finger while you learn about snakes at the park and in the local area. $4 per crafter. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Fungi Hike: Have you ever noticed a mushroom on the trails and wanted to learn more about it? Let’s see what we can find and identify together while discussing anatomy and life cycles of fungi. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike.
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins: The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives only in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this precious jewel. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins.
Make a Pinecone Birdfeeder: Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $3 per person.
Make a Snake: Learn about snakes while making a simple, fun craft to take home. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $2 per person.
Nature Notebooks: Come by the Interpretive Center and create your very own nature notebook to record observations of the sights and sounds you encounter in nature! $3 per person.
Paint a Passerine: Fly on over to the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of one of the many perching birds that can be found at the park! Materials provided. Beginners and all ages welcome. $4 per person. Please call (912) 598-2300 to reserve your space in advance.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more
Snakes of Skidaway: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: eastern rat snakes, corn snakes, or an eastern king snake.
Unboxing the Box Turtle: Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center.
Free Ships of the Sea Family Afternoon, Savannah, Sept. 13th
Making Waves Family Day will fill the museum and gardens with hands-on activities for kids—from art and storytelling to marine science, navigation and maritime adventures. Families can explore activities throughout the historic Scarbrough House, along with special experiences from Tybee Island Marine Science Center, Georgia Southern University, Loop It Up Savannah, and Deep Center.
It’s also the debut of some of the museum’s new hands-on family learning experiences, so there will be lots for kids to actually do while they explore the house and maritime collection!
Making Waves Family Day
Sunday, September 13 | 1–4 p.m.
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
Free and open to the public
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Savannah Camps for Kids When School Is Out: Days at the J
When local schools close for holidays and breaks, Days at the J in Savannah offers full-day camp activities. Early drop-off is available. For children 4 years old to 8th grade.
Friday, Sept. 4
Fall Break, Oct. 8-9, 12-13
Nov. 3, 11, 23, 24, 25
8AM-6PM
Learn more & register online here.
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Lots going on at Summit Gymnastics in Savannah including:
Tiny Tots, 10:30AM-Noon on Saturday, Aug. 29. For children ages 0-5 & their caregiver. $10 if pre-registered. $15 for walk-ins.
Summit also offers Nin ja-nastics obstacle course plus Parents Night Out on Sept. 26, 5-9PM
Learn more here.
Free Playwriting Workshop presented by Savannah Stage Company
Young adult playwriting competition open to all middle school and high school students in Chatham County!
Finalists get staged readings by professional actors and winners will receive CASH PRIZES and Dave & Buster’s GAME CARDS!
Learn more here.
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Open to children ages 6-12 on Oct 8-9 & Nov. 23-25
At Skidway Island State Park Fall Junior Ranger Camps in Savannah, Junior Rangers (ages 6-12) enjoy exploring the marsh and maritime forest, learning outdoor skills, and participating in games and arts & crafts activities. Every day of camp is an adventure! Space is extremely limited, reserve a spot for your young explorer today.
Activities & Highlights
Dates and Fees
Camp Hours
To register, call 912-598-2300.
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Homeschool Tumbling Clases for Boys & Girls @ Savannah Sharks
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Toddler Playdatess for crawlers to age 5 at Savannah Sharks Savannah & Rincon locations
Find details here.
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After-School Group Riding Lessons Are Back at Red Gate Farms in Savannah
Starting August 17, we’re excited to welcome riders back for our Fall After-School Group Lesson program!
Program Details
Ages 7+
Maximum of 4 riders per group
Monday–Friday
4:30–5:30 PM
$280 for 4 weekly lessons
Each session includes 4 weekly lessons, and we skip entire weeks for major holidays—so you never lose a lesson because of a holiday break.
Fall Sessions
Session 1: August 17–September 18 (No lessons Labor Day week)
Session 2: September 21–October 23 (No lessons the week of October 12)
Session 3: October 26–November 20
Session 4: November 30–January 8 (No lessons during Christmas and New Year’s weeks)
Choose the option that’s right for your family:
Monthly Membership (Recommended). Register here.
Keep your rider’s lesson spot reserved with convenient automatic billing for each new 4-week session.
www.rideredgate.com/afterschoollessons-membership
OR
Register for One 4-Week Session. Register here.
Perfect for families who prefer more flexibility.
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Open House at JAM Urban Athletic Club, Saturday Aug. 29, Savannah
You’re invited to an Open House at JAM Urban Athletic Club – where kids discover their inner ninja – this Saturday, Aug. 29.
Come for a free open house discovery session at the JAM UAC.
Saturday, August 29
11AM to 2PM
Your child will get to explore:
gymnastics basics + trampoline fun
parkour adventure course
ninja and obstacle course challenges
Plus games, prizes, and a raffle grand prize:
win a free tuition fee ($135 value), registration fee ($75 value), 1 month of free open jam ($100 value) and many more prizes
Open house bonus:
enroll within 48 hours and get 10% off your first month!
Spots are limited, so grab yours now.
Learn more here.
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