Hyperformance Youth Kids Program in Savannah helps kids connect fitness with fun.

Join Hyperformance Athletics this Thanksgiving break 2018 for 2 Special Kids Classes.
Grades 1st – 5th
Wed. Nov. 21 & Fri. Nov. 23 2018
10:15-11:15AM
$10 per class

Hyperformance Athletics
904 E 70th St.
Savannah, GA 31405
912-335-3615
www.hyperformanceathletics.com/kids

Hyperformance Athletics​, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Here’s a way your kids can protect their teeth from too much Halloween candy & show appreciation to our U.S. troops.

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry in Savannah will collect your kids’ extra and leftover Halloween candy & send the candy to our troops overseas through  Operation Gratitude.

Kids can donate their Halloween candy @ Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry and it will be sent to our troops overseas. Everyone wins by participating in the program kids improve their oral health & support our men and women overseas.

The rules:
1. Drop unused, wrapped candy off between the dates of Nov. 1- Nov. 6 2018. Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM and
Friday 8AM-2PM.
2. By donating each person will be entered to win Starbucks and Amazon gift cards.
3. Enjoy giving back to our troops overseas

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry
4849 Paulsen St., Suite 101
Savannah, GA 31405
912-298-KIDS (5437)

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About Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry of Savannah specializes in children. Board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Krista Hinchey and her team are experts on the growing smile.

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry accepts the following insurance: Amerigroup, CareSource, PeachState and Well Care (these are all Georgia Medicaid) The other main ones accepted @ Dogwood are United Concordia/Tricare (military), Ameritas, MetLife and Cigna. 

Stay connected with Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry and learn more about this new Savannah pediatric dentist practice by liking the practice on Facebook here. 

Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, www.dogwoodsmiles.com, 4849 Paulsen St., Suite 101, Savannah 31405, 912-298-KIDS (5437), email admin@dogwoodsmiles.com. Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

It finally feels like Fall.

Visit the SouthernMamas.com Fall Fun Guide 2018 here to find pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween fun & more.

Check out the pumpkin patches below. This upcoming weekend is your last chance to make it to Poppell Farms pumpkin patch & corn maze near Jesup, Ga. this season. Holiday Farms pumpkin patch & hayrides in Ridgeland SC will be open through Oct. 31.

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Pumpkin Patches

Hayrides, corn cribs, cow trains, hayrides, corn mazes & more. It’s all part of the pumpkin patch farm tradition. While Savannah isn’t a pumpkin-growing climate, we’re thrilled that we have our fair share of agritourism here with various pumpkin patch farms near Savannah.

Here are some favorites:

Poppell Farms pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, barnyard, cow train. Open every weekend in October through this Sun. Oct. 28. Details here. 

Holiday Farms pumpkin patch, hayrides, pig races, farm activities. Holiday Farms is open from Oct. 4-31 2018.  Details here.  

Pooler Pumpkin Patch & kids activities, Oct. 13-31 @ Risen Savior Lutheran Church with a Family Fall Festival Oct. 27-28. Open to the public. Details here. 

Come to the Historic Roberds Dairy for Scary in the Dairy 2018 Halloween Festival this Sun Oct. 28 2018 @ the old Roberds Dairy at the end of Tennessee Avenue, Thunderbolt.

Enjoy haunted hay rides,horse rides, bouncy house, games, music and food for the whole family.

Join the amazing PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST @ 6PM and win horse back riding lessons or Monster Medalions. Proceeds will benefits the Pegasus Riding Academy new Veterans Program.

Scary in the Dairy 2018
Sun. Oct. 28 4-8PM
Hosted by Pegasus Riding Academy Savannah
Tickets: prasav.org
907.414.1236

ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE PEGASUS RIDING ACADEMY VETERAN’S PROGRAM

Pumpkin Carving Contest, 6PM

Prizes for Best Pumpkins. Elementary, junior-high & high school divisions. Gift certificates for adult winners.
Winning pumpkins will be auctioned off to benefit Pegasus Riding Academy’s new veteran’s program.

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See the complete list of Fall Festivals 2018 in the Savannah & Lowcountry area in our Fall Family Fun Guide.

Savannah Halloween Trick or Treat Time
5-8PM Wed. Oct. 31 2018

Halloween is coming up fast! Savannah Police Department is recommending trick or treating occur on Halloween Oct. 31, 5-8PM

Find Savannah police Halloween safety tips here.

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Pumpkin Painting with Savannah Police

5:30-7:30PM Tues. Oct. 30 2018
Come out and enjoy pumpkin painting, a magic show, games, music, bounce houses, McGruff and CANDY!
Wear your costume & bring your candy bag
SPD Headquarters, 201 Habersham St. Savannah, 31401 (Free parking onsite)

FREE & open to the public

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FIND MORE FAMILY FALL EVENTS IN OUR SAVANNAH FALL FUN GUIDE 2018

Wormsloe’s Colonial Haunted Trail Tour @ Wormsloe State Historic Site, Savannah

Fri. Oct 26, 2018 (7:15 PM)
Sat. Oct 27, 2018 (7:15 PM)

A ranger will guide you into the past to site of colonist Nobel Jones. Keep close together as you explore the trail and hopefully you will be safe from the zombies, ghosts and ghouls drifting under the looming oak tree and Spanish moss. Who knows what ghouls have been disturbed!

Tours will depart from the Visitors Center every 15 minutes beginning at 7:15PM. Wormsloe’s gate will open at 6:30PM. Last tour tickets will be sold at 9PM. Tours will continue until 10:00 pm as needed. Tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. The gate will close when all tours are sold out.

Not recommended for children under the age of 6.

Admission: $9.50 – $15
Would you like to purchase tickets? Have a question? Call: 912-353-3023

Wormsloe State Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Rd
Savannah, GA 31406

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See the complete list of Fall Festivals 2018 in the Savannah & Lowcountry area in our Fall Family Fun Guide.

Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia (GSHG) invites all families (Girl Scout & non-Girl Scout) for Camp-toberFest 2018 on Sun. Oct. 28, noon-3PM @ Camp Low located at 1912 Rose Dhu Road in Savannah.

The afternoon of fall fun will include hay rides, archery, yard games, inflatables, rock wall, zip line, campfire with s’mores, a “Happy Little Haunted Infirmary” & more.

BowTie Barbecue Co. will be on site selling lunch items.

Special thanks to sponsor Amerigroup for making this event possible.

Cost: $5 per car at the gate. Cash is preferred, but cards will be accepted.

For more information, please contact Kayce Bradbury at kbradbury@gshg.org or 912-330-4440.

You’re invited for a safe and fun trick-or-treat experience for health- and eco-conscious Savannah-area families.

Come Sat. Oct 27 2018, 2:30-4:30PM at Forsyth Park in Savannah. At 3:30PM, the group will begin the costume parade around the circle and allow the kids to pick up their treats. Feel free to stay after to play if you wish.

Sat. Oct. 27, 2:30-4:30PM
Forsyth Park
621 Drayton St.
Savannah, GA 31401

What should you bring & more FAQ answers here.

This live production of HOCUS POCUS Oct. 26-Oct. 28 2018 @ Savannah Arts Academy is filled with your favorite Halloween characters and tunes.  Come for a kid-friendly spook-tacular time.

Hosted by Savannah Arts Academy Dance Department.

Showtimes

FRI Oct. 26 2018: 7-PM
SAT Oct. 27 2018: 1-3PM & 7-9PM
SUN Oct. 28 2018: 2-4PM

Buy tickets online here.

Savannah Arts Academy
500 Washington Ave.
Savannah, GA 31405

See the complete list of Fall Festivals 2018 in the Savannah & Lowcountry area in our Fall Family Fun Guide.

Here are a few more:

Pups & Trucks Festival @ Skidaway Is. State Park, Savannah
Sun. Nov 4, 2018 11AM-3 PM
Come for an afternoon of food and fun for you and your furry friends. Local food trucks will offer delicious food & even some snacks for your pups. Also enjoy pet boutiques, music, arts, crafts, vendors, pet rescue groups & more. Then you can take your pup for a walk on one of the many beautiful trails throughout the park. 912-598-2300.
Fees & Passes
$5 parking. Annual passes available here.

Colonial Wormsloe Lantern Tours @ Wormsloe State Historic Site, Savannah
Sat. Nov 17, 2018 6-8 PM
Ever wanted to see Wormsloe at night? This is your chance to see Wormsloe in a whole new light. Guided tours will depart at 6PM & 7PM by lantern & will take you through time on a whirlwind tour with a variety of scenes that celebrate Savannah’s colonial heritage, from the city’s founding in 1733 up through the American Revolution. $4.50-$10. 912-353-3023.

Beginner Archery on certain Fridays @ Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond Hill
Fridays
Oct 26, 2018 3-4PM
Nov. 2, 2018 4-5PM
Nov. 16, 2018 4-5PM
Learn the basics of shooting a compound bow with park rangers. You will be shooting in a safe environment. Fun for kids and adults, come see how you fair. You will be shooting at large target blocks on a secure range. Reservation’s required. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339. Learn more here.

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FOR MORE FALL FESTIVALS 2018, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM FALL FUN GUIDE. 

You are invited to 2018 Springfield Fall Festival featuring food, first class entertainment & vendors.

FREE Admission. Learn more here. 

Open ALL DAY: Hay Ride, Petting Zoo, Bounce House, Food Court and Craft Vendors. Free live concerts on Friday & Saturday nights and this year, the festival will continue the tradition with country music group, Shenandoah, on Saturday night. Car Show & wing eating contest on Saturday.

Fri & Sat. Nov 2 & Nov. 3
Springfield Fall Festival
Laurel Street
Springfield, Georgia 31329
Tickets: springfieldfallfestival.com

Hosted by: City of Springfield & Springfield Merchants Association,

Schedule

Friday 10/2:
5PM Festival Begins
8PM Thomas Claxton & The Myth
10PM Festival Closes

Saturday 10/3:
10AM Festival Opens
10AM-6PM Triple J Stables will have their petting zoo here with animal food available for purchase ($1 so please bring small bills).
10AM Car Show
12-4PM Local Talent on Stage
5PM Wing Contest
6PM TBA
7PM Josh Sanders
8:30PM Shenandoah
10PM Festival Closes

Open ALL DAY: Hay Ride, Petting Zoo, Bounce House, Food Court and Craft Vendors.

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See the complete list of Fall Festivals 2018 in the Savannah & Lowcountry area in our Fall Family Fun Guide.

Enjoy a day celebrating Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art @ FREE Family Day @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah. Theme: Monet to Matisse.

Children and families can try out pointillist painting techniques, make miniature Impressionist paintings, and go on a scavenger hunt of the exhibition.

Local artists will be on hand to lead plein air painting demonstrations in front of the museum, and local musicians will provide a program of Impressionist music in the auditorium at 2PM.

This event is free & open to the public.

FREE Family Day: Monet to Matisse
1-4PM Sat. Oct. 20 2018
Jepson Center
207 W York St.
Savannah, GA

Investment is provided by the City of Savannah and the Georgia Power Foundation.

Telfair Museums is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

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FIND MORE FREE FAMILY EVENTS IN SAVANNAH & HILTON HEAD IS. HERE. 

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Save the date for Old Fort Jackson 37th Annual Silent Auction fund raiser Sat. Nov. 3 2018, 5-9PM.

Guests can enjoy beautiful views of the Savannah River, a silent auction featuring many unique luxury items, observe artillery and musket demonstrations by costumed historical interpreters and eat delicious Lowcountry cuisine provided by Creative Catering.

The money raised from this fundraiser will directly support Old Fort Jackson in Savannah and will help support daily educational programming as well as special events.

The Annual Auction will have dozens of highly sought-after items for guests to bid on, including a 2-night stay at Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals valued at $600, an inflatable paddleboard from North Island Surf and Kayak valued at $625, 4 tickets to Atlanta Zoo valued a $104, a makers workshop for 6 to Salacia Salts valued at $240 and an Old Fort Jackson Soldier’s experience to learn how to fire the cannons valued at $750.

Old Fort Jackson in Savannah is the oldest standing brick fort in the state of Georgia and one of only five remaining Second System coastal brick fortifications in the United States. The site is solely reliant upon admissions and donations from community supporters to continue operating as a public historic site.

Admission to this event is free of charge.

The Annual Auction is a family event and all ages are welcome.

A Lowcountry boil and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.

This event is made possible by generous support from: Savannah Hardscapes, Dunn Foundation Inc, and Creative Catering.

Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Old Fort Jackson Auction 2018
Sat. Nov. 3, 2018
5-9PM
Old Fort Jackson
1 Fort Jackson Rd, Savannah, Georgia 31404

UPDATE: The winner is Robin Ritenour Jenkins ! Congratulations! Robin, please email us at anne@southernmamas.com. 

Tickets giveaway: We’re giving away four tickets to Poppell Farms pumpkin patch, corn maze.

Enter to win: Just go to the SouthernMamas.com FB page & tell us your favorite Halloween costume- your own, your kids’, your hubby’s, your friend’s, anyone’s. This giveaway is faster than most. We’ll wrap it up by 10PM Wed. Oct. 11 & announce the winner soon after.

Be sure to visit Poppell Farms this month. The farm is open every October weekend. Corn maze, hayrides, farm fun. Feed animals in the petting farm, try steer roping, Spyder Slyder and the all-time kids’ favorite, crop hoppers for big kids, which are giant jumping air pillows that have kids giggling upon their first bounce.

Learn more about Poppell Farms including hours & special events here.

Poppell Farms, email popfarms1@windstream.net , (912) 586-2215, 1765 Hyma Poppell Loop, Odum, 31555 . On Facebook here. Poppell Farms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

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FOR MORE FALL FESTIVALS 2018, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM FALL FUN GUIDE. 

Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival  in Pooler

Pumpkin Patch Oct. 13-31

Pumpkin Patch fun in Pooler begins Sat. Oct. 13.

Pumpkin bowling, scarecrow games, pumpkin tic-tac-toe & more @ Risen Savior Lutheran Church Pumpkin Patch 2018– designed to be a quality and safe fall activity for your family to enjoy.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Oct. 13-31 2018
Monday-Friday, 11AM-7PM
Saturday-Sunday, Noon-7PM

Free admission w/ some extra activities at a fee. Pumpkin prices vary with sizes. The Pumpkin Patch has things to do for all ages.

Pooler Fall Festival Oct. 27-28 

October 27-28 2018, Noon-5PM will be a festival weekend join with some additional activities for all ages (Pumpkin patch will be open until 7PM):

• Vendors
• Bounce Houses
• Carnival Games & Raffle Baskets
• Face Painting
• Bake Sale
• Pumpkins for sale

PLEASE NOTE: The pumpkin patch is open from noon to 7PM on Oct. 27-28 but the fall festival festivities end at 5PM.

Risen Savior Christian Academy, 1755 Quacco Road, Pooler, Ga. 313122, 912.925.9431 Risen Savior Christian Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

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FOR MORE SAVANNAH-AREA FALL EVENTS, VISIT OUR SAVANNAH FALL FUN GUIDE 2018.

UPDATE: Wow – 600+ entries in the SouthernMamas.com Disney on Ice tickets giveaway. Thanks to all those who entered to win. The winners are Robin Nichols Newman & Megan Deleon. Congratulations! 

Experience the four fantastic Disney adventures of Frozen, Cars, Toy Story and The Little Mermaid in one ice show.

Come see Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf, Ariel, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Mickey, Minnie and many more at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment! Playing October 24-29, 2018 @ the Savannah Civic Center.

Giveaway 

This week, SouthernMamas.com is giving away TWO family four pack of tickets to two different SouthernMamas.com.

To enter to win a family-four pack of vouchers to redeem for tickets, go to the giveaway announcement post on our SouthernMamas.com Facebook by clicking here & comment on it telling us your favorite Disney character, THEN SHARE THE POST.

Deadline to enter to win is 10PM this Sun. Oct. 7. We’ll pick a winner at random & announce it here & on our Facebook page.

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Enter the world of Disney magic LIVE ON ICE with four of your favorite stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment!

See Lightning McQueen, Mater and the Disney•Pixar’s Cars race across the ice. Dive into undersea fun with Ariel in The Little Mermaid’s kingdom. Experience the adventures of Buzz, Woody and the Disney•Pixar Toy Story gang as they race for home. Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen as they learn true love comes from within. Get warmed up for the show at Mickey’s Dance- Along Pre-Show.

From wheels to waves, icy wonderlands to infinity and beyond, your family’s beloved Disney moments will come to life.

Get your tickets today at DisneyOnIce.com.

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Find more things to do this fall in the Fall Family Fun Guide 2018. 

“Tales from the Marsh Side: A Day of Science” @ Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah, Sun. Oct. 14  2018.

Cost: An entrance fee of $7 per person is charged; ages 15 and under are free.

The day will highlight the natural resources of the park and its surrounding environment, with a focus on the ecological importance of the Georgia coast and the ways humans have always attempted to control this wild and wonderful place—with mixed results.

* 9:30AM: a ranger-led Shoreline Hike, where participants will discover what makes our little corner of the earth so unique and worth protecting.

* 1PM: Join a ranger for Man Versus Nature hike to learn about the natural and manmade forces at work on Cockspur Island, and how these forces will impact the park in the future.

*2PM: Terrapin Turtle Takeover, when a representative from the Terrapin Education Research Program of Savannah will bring a few of his turtle friends to teach us all about Diamondback Terrapins and how we can help protect these special residents of coastal Georgia.

Additional science activities for all ages will be taking place throughout the day.

Remember that even in October temperatures can be quite high in Georgia, and the heat can sneak up on you. Bring plenty of water. There is always a chance the trails will be muddy and buggy, so bring appropriate clothes, shoes and insect repellant. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your hike.

For more information, call (912) 786-5787 or visit www.nps.gov/fopu.

Fort Pulaski National Monument, U.S. Highway 80, 14 miles east of Savannah. 

It’s not fall until you’ve watched a pig race @ a pumpkin patch farm.

The 11th Annual The Great Pumpkin Patch @ Holiday Farms  will be open for the 2018 season from Oct. 4-Oct. 31 2018  in nearby Ridgeland, SC, about a 1 hour from Savannah.

Spend a day on Holiday Farms enjoying: Jumppad, Bounce house, Haytona Speedway, Duck Race, Cow Milking, Steer Roping, Corn Grinding, Barnyard Zoo, Barrel Racing and, of course, a hayride to the pumpkin patch. And our personal favorite, Pigtucky Derby (pig races).

Holiday Farms is open weekdays & weekends starting Oct. 4 until Oct. 31 2018

Hours:
Monday – Thursday 9AM-2PM
Friday – Saturday 9AM-dark (last wagon ride leaves at 6PM)
Sunday 1PM-5PM

Pig Race Schedule:
Monday – Thursday 11AM & 1PM
Friday – Saturday 11AM, 1PM & 3PM

Military Discount Day

Special Military Day on Sat. Oct. 6 2018
All active duty military, spouses, and children will receive 50% off admission with proper ID.

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Family owned and operated since 2008.

Stay connected about other events at Holiday Farms by liking their Facebook page here.

Holiday Farms, 10884 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936, (843) 726-5527, email holidayfarms@yahoo.com
www.holidayfarmssc.com  Holiday Farms is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

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FOR MORE SAVANNAH-AREA FALL EVENTS, VISIT OUR SAVANNAH FALL FUN GUIDE 2018. 

Bring your ghosts and goblins dressed in their costumes to play to Spookalicious @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

Themed crafts and activities. Decorate a special Halloween cookie. Scavenger hunt for a bag of treats.
Special Saturday Admission: $5 per person age 1 & older. Up to 12 months is free
(Sorry, coupons not valid for this event)

Spookalicious @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum 
Sat. Oct. 27, 2018, 10AM-5PM
The Sandbox Children’s Museum
18 Pope Ave, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928

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Make, Take and Playday Fun Series

The Sandbox Children’s Museum
18 Pope Ave, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928

Need a break from Sunday Football? Crave some crafting time while your child plays? Come to The Sandbox for this fun new series designed for moms, dads, grandparents, or caregivers. While your child plays in the museum and engages in a STEM based craft (supervised by our staff), you can get your pinterest on by crafting and making in our loft!
Monthly Themes
October: Halloween DIY Home Décor Project: Oct. 7 2018
November: Thanksgiving DIY Home Décor Project: Nov. 4 2018
December: Christmas DIY Home Décor Project: Dec. 2 2018
$30 per adult ($25 for members) includes materials for craft/project and admission for (1) child ($5 for each additional child)
***Children must be age 3+ ***
Sign up for all 3 sessions for $75 ($60 for members)
Call 843-842-7645 to reserve
Space limited to 10 slots

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 18-A Pope Avenue, next to St. Andrew’s by the Sea United Methodist Church, Hilton Head Is., 29928 www.thesandbox.org The Sandbox Children’s Museum is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

See the complete list of Fall Festivals 2018 in the Savannah & Lowcountry area in our Fall Family Fun Guide.

Here are a few more:

FREE West Chatham YMCA Trunk or Treat
Hosted by YMCA of Coastal GA – West Chatham Branch
Fri. Oct. 26, 2018, 5:30-7:30PM

Come for a Family Fun night filled with spooky fun
This event is free and open to the public!

YMCA of Coastal GA – West Chatham Branch
165 Isaac G Laroche Dr
Pooler, GA 31322

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Pooler Fall Festival & Marketplace
Sat. Oct. 27, 2018, Noon-5PM
Pooler Recreation Complex (behind the YMCA)
200 Preston Stokes Dr.
Pooler, GA 31322

Vendor goods, rides, music, food and family fun for everyone
For pricing info, contact the Pooler Chamber of Commerce at 912-748-0110 or via email at office@poolerchamber.com

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Effingham County Fair 2018, Oct. 22-27
Springfield Fairgrounds
Admission is $5 for ages 5 & older; free for ages 5 & younger. Additional fees for rides etc.
Weekdays 5-9PM
Sat. Oct. 27 Gates open @ 1PM
See the schedule here. 

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Trick or Treat on River Street
NEW TIME: 1-4PM Sat. Oct. 27 2018
Hosted by Savannah Waterfront
Kids can enjoy trick or treating at River Street businesses.

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FOR MORE FALL FESTIVALS 2018, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM FALL FUN GUIDE. 

Hayrides, corn cribs, cow trains, hayrides, corn mazes & more. It’s all part of the pumpkin patch farm tradition. While Savannah isn’t a pumpkin-growing climate, we’re thrilled that we have our fair share of agritourism here with various pumpkin patch farms near Savannah.

Here are some favorites:

Poppell Farms pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, barnyard. Grand opening for fall season 2018 is Sept. 29 2018. Open every weekend through Sun. Oct. 28. Details here. 

Holiday Farms pumpkin patch, hayrides, pig races, farm activities. Holiday Farms is open from Oct. 4-31 2018.  Oct. 6 will be Military Appreciation Day. All active military will receive 50% off admission price with proper ID. Details here.  

FOR FALL FESTIVALS 2018 in Savannah, visit our Fall Family Fun Guide 2018 here. 

You’re invited to Fall Family Fest @ St. Luke’s Church on Hilton Head Is.

The community comes together to enjoy a beautiful fall day with outdoor fun, friendship and discovery. There will be live music, lots of games, bounce house, pumpkin painting, food trucks and more!

Free admission.

Learn more here. 

Sat. Oct. 13, 2018, 4-7 PM
St. Luke’s Church
50 Pope Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Hosted by St. Luke’s Church

Find more local fall festivals, pumpkin patches, hayrides & more in the SouthernMamas.com Fall Fun Guide 2018.

Save the date: Frogwarts annual Harry-Potter inspired event hosted by Coastal Heritage Society in Savannah will be Sun. Oct. 14, 2018, 11AM-3PM. Register online for tickets to Frogwarts here. 

Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum will transform into a magical fall festival for a Harry Potter-themed day of fun

At Frogwarts, families are transported into a whimsical world at Frogwarts School of Magic. This year’s classes will include Wand Making, Potions, Fortune Telling, Defense Against the Dark Arts: Glow in the Dark Fun!, Care of Magical Creatures with Georgia Reptile Society, Quill Writing, Herbology, Muggle Studies and Quidditch. Attendees can also take a ride on our steam locomotive, the “Frogwarts Express”.

Students of Frogwart’s School of Magic begin their experience by riding on the Frogwarts Express, the fully operational steam locomotive. They are then greeted by Hagrid and escorted to make their wands, be selected for their house by the sorting hat, and participate in a variety of Frogwarts classes such as Care of Magical Creatures, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Astronomy, and the hugely popular Potions Class.

Some CHS community partners will also be leading workshops, including Snapology with Harry Potter LEGO building, Savannah Stage Company with a cast of some of our favorite Harry Potter characters, and the Solar System Ambassadors providing Astronomy lessons. Leopold’s Ice Cream will be on-site serving Harry Potter inspired sweet treats.

Costume contest: “Frogwarts” guests in outstanding costumes will be selected to participate in our costume contest. The winners will receive some cool prizes.

Tickets

Tickets are limited, so be sure to pre-register for your chance to join the fun. Please note that day-of tickets are first come, first served and a train ride is not guaranteed.

Register online for tickets to Frogwarts here. 

Coastal Heritage Society members receive priority boarding on the Frogwarts Express. Get info on how to become a member here. 

Savannah Children’s Museum & Georgia State Railroad Museum, 655 Louisville Rd., Savannah, 31401 Coastal Heritage Society is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

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FOR MORE FALL FESTIVALS 2018, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM FALL FUN GUIDE HERE.