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(Savannah area hayrides, corn mazes, pumpkin patch daytrips, pig rades) Opening Date is Sept. 30 for Holiday Farms, Ridgeland SC

Monday, September 25th, 2023

Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Hayrides @ Holiday Farms in South Carolina open Sept. 30

Meet the newest members of the racing team at Pigtucky Derby: Pumpkin, Freckles, Chippy, Marahmallow, and Dottie are ready for the opening bell @ Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC.

Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC.
Dates/Hours:
Sept. 30-Oct. 29 2023
Thursday-Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 12-6

CLOSED Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Military Appreciation Day ~ Sat. Oct. 7. Admission is half price on this one day only for those with valid military ID and their immediate family. Please make plans to come spend the day with us!

Learn more about Holiday Farms here.

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(Hilton Head Is. Halloween Events, Fall Festival) Free Pumpkin Patch, Bounce House, Costume Contest @ Shelter Cove Park

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Free event! Come to free Pumpkin Patch festivities on Hilton Head Is. on Fri. Oct 20 2023, 4-7PM @ Shelter Cove Park.

Have the kids dress up and participate in a Children’s Halloween Costume Contest at 5:45pm.

Free bounce houses, pumpkins, and games.

Train ride, concessions, and some other activities are sold separately.

Organized by Island Recreation Association.

Free & open to the public.

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

Learn more here.

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(Savannah daytrips, fall festival) Beaufort Shrimp Festival 2023

Monday, September 11th, 2023

Beaufort Shrimp Festival 2023, Fri & Sat. Oct. 6 & 7

The annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival – which will be Fri & Sat Oct. 6 & 7 2023 – features a Run Forrest Run 5K, a charity shrimp race with rubber shrimp, unique shrimp dishes, live entertainment, arts & craft market & more.

The Beaufort Shrimp Festival is @ the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in downtown Beaufort SC

Learn more here.

Free admission

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(Savannah area hayrides, corn mazes, pumpkin patch daytrips) Opening Date is Sept. 30 for Holiday Farms, Ridgeland SC

Monday, September 4th, 2023

Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, Hayrides @ Holiday Farms in South Carolina open Sept. 30

Getting ready for opening day Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC.
Dates/Hours:
Sept. 30-Oct. 29 2023
Thursday-Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 12-6

CLOSED Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

Military Appreciation Day ~ Sat. Oct. 7. Admission is half price on this one day only for those with valid military ID and their immediate family. Please make plans to come spend the day with us!

Learn more about Holiday Farms here.

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(Savannah area hayrides, corn mazes, pumpkin patch daytrips) Opening Date is Sept. 30 for Holiday Farms, Ridgeland SC

Sunday, August 20th, 2023

Holiday Farms’ Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland SC will open Sept. 30 for the Fall 2023 season

Opening Day ~ Saturday, Sept. 30 2023

Holiday Farms will be open to the public Sept. 30-Oct. 29 2023, Thursday-Saturday 9AM-6PM and Sunday 12-6PM.

Military Appreciation Day ~ Sat. Oct. 7 2023. This is a favorite day on the farm…honoring those that serve to protect our country. Admission is half price on this one day only for those with valid military ID and their immediate family.

Holiday Farms features a pumpkin patch, hayride, barnyard animals plus: Duck Races, Haytona Speedway, Corn Grinding, Steer Roping, Cow Milking, Corn Maze, Barrel Car Rides, Jump Pad & more.

Learn more about Holiday Farms here.

Hours:

Sept. 30-Oct. 31, 2023:

Thursday-Saturday:9 am-6 pm

Sunday: 12 pm-6 pm

CLOSED Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

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Registration Open: Soccer Shots Savannah Fall 2023 sessions

Wednesday, August 9th, 2023

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Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 on Wilmington Island

Soccer Shots Savannah enrollment for the fall is open!

This week on Soccer Shots Savannah Facebook & Instagram, Soccer Shots Savannah is introducing each public park where they offer soccer.

First is Abolt Obrien Park on Wilmington Island. Soccer Shots offer sessions at Abolt Obrien on Monday evenings!

Sign up for the fall here.

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Soccer Shots for ages 2-8 @ Lake Mayer, Savannah

Looking for something to do with your child on the Southside of Savannah this fall?

Soccer Shots Savannah offers public park sessions at Lake Mayer in Savannah and enrollment is open!

Soccer Shots – for ages 2-8 – plays soccer at Lake Mayer on Thursday evenings.

Reserve your child’s spot online here.

Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 in Bluffton

Did you know Soccer Shots Savannah offers public park soccer sessions at MC Riley Elementary? MC Riley is located in Bluffton, SC.

Soccer Shots offers sessions at MC Riley on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings!

Sign up for the fall here.

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Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 @ JF Gregory Park, Richmond Hill

Soccer Shots is also at JF Gregory Park in Richmond Hill on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings.

Spaces are filling up fast and you don’t want to miss out.

Find the enrollment page here.

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Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 @ Forsyth Park

Soccer Shots offers public park soccer sessions @ Forsyth Park in downtown Savannah on Saturday mornings again this fall!

Reserve your spot today here.

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Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 @ Pooler Recreation Park

Soccer Shots Savannah offers public sessions at Pooler Recreation Park on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Enroll today here.

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Soccer Shots Savannah for ages 2-8 in Daffin Park

Soccer Shots Savannah offers soccer at Daffin Park in Midtown Savannah on Wednesday evenings!

Enroll for the fall season here.

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Enrollment Open for Soccer Shots Fall Season for ages 2-8 in Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon & Bluffton

Friday, August 4th, 2023

Enrollment for the Soccer Shots fall season with Soccer Shots Savannah school partners is now open for children ages 2-8! 

Each season Soccer Shots Savannah uses a different curriculum covering new skills and character words while having fun.

Soccer Shots Savannah is kicking off the fall season the week of Sept. 9 and want your child to join them on Soccer Island.  

Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about the program! Or go straight to our enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah-macon.soccershots.com.

Soccer Shots has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!

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SouthCoast Health Receives Recognitions for the 2023 “Best of the Coastal Empire Community’s Choice Awards”

Friday, August 4th, 2023

Congratulations to SouthCoast Health.

The Savannah Morning News has announced its annual “Best of the Coastal Empire Community’s Choice Awards” for 2023. The contest calls for the local community to nominate and vote for their favorite companies in more than 160 categories.

SouthCoast Health was honored in three categories related to the Beauty & Health field.

SouthCoast Health was recognized in the following categories:

  1. Family Practice – SouthCoast Health Family Medicine (winner)
  2. Allergy Clinic – SouthCoast Health Allergy and Asthma (finalist)
  3. Pediatric Clinic – SouthCoast Health Pediatrics (finalist)

SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hilton Head, Hinesville, and Statesboro.

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Join Tormenta FC recreation soccer in Fall 2023 in Savannah, Wilmington Island, Bluffton

Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023

Registration is open for Fall 2023 Recreation Soccer in Savannah-Wilmington Island -Bluffton with Tormenta FC

All players between the ages of 4-14 are invited to join Tormenta FC this season for recreation soccer across the various practice locations.

Register a full team of players or as an individual. Tormenta welcomes all boys and girls to participate in this soccer program.

The Recreation program will run for 8 weeks. Each team will practice once a week, and games are scheduled on Saturdays throughout the season. Recreation teams are coached by volunteer coaches, who are dedicated and committed to ensuring your player has the best soccer experience possible every season.

Participation fee: $100 and includes the team uniform jersey and soccer socks for all participants. Parents are responsible to purchase black shorts for practice sessions and games for the player to wear.

The Ibis Foundation provides a grant to Tormenta FC Academy to provide 100 free recreation soccer registrations per season to families in need of assistance. If your child qualifies for free or reduced school lunch, he or she qualifies for free soccer. Email Mike Dixon with proof of enrollment to receive your free registration.

Recreation All-Star Game: This season will see the first Recreation All-Star games! Players will be selected to represent their age group as an All-Star player to compete against other all-stars in the program.

The Tormenta Recreational Championship Tournament will conclude the Recreation season in November. This is a tournament designed for all interested teams between the U8-U14 aged teams.

Tormenta FC will have recreation soccer programs at the following locations:

  • Jennifer Ross Soccer Complex – Monday or Wednesday
  • Southbridge – Monday
  • USCB – Bluffton – Monday
  • The Landings – Tuesday
  • Abolt Obrien Field (Wilmington Island) – Thursday

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Learn more & register online here.

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  • Registration Deadline: Fri. Aug. 25
  • First Week of Practice: Tues. Sept. 5

Family travel: Things to do with kids on Hilton Head Is.

Thursday, July 6th, 2023

You don’t have to travel far from Savannah to find a prime family-friendly vacation. Hilton Head Island is teeming with fun ways to entertain the kids.

SEE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM LATEST HILTON HEAD REEL HERE.

Hilton Head Island’s beaches are the No. 1 way. You can bike on this beach. You can play in the tidal pools at low-tide. Swim. Sand castles. Ride the waves.

Here are SouthernMamas.com top Things To Do With Kids On Hilton Head Island other than visiting the beach.

FOR MORE KID-FRIENDLY LOCAL ACTIVITIES, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM EVENT CALENDAR HERE.

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Bicycling on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island offers over 50 miles of public bicycle pathways and nature trails. The hard-packed beaches are also popular for bicycling at low tide.

Also bike the self-guided Legacy Oak Program tour, which consists of 20 landmark Live Oak trees in Sea Pines Resort which range in age from 100 to 320 years in 15 locations. Each designated tree is on an easily accessible public property. Most are identified with a wooden bench engraved with the name of the tree, its estimated birth year and the program logo.  Learn more here & download a pamphlet and trail map highlighting the history, location, size and age of each of the Sea Pines Legacy Oaks.

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Adventure Playground in Lowcountry Celebration Park & Beach Access @ Coligny Beach Park.

The park off Pope Avenue near the Coligny Beach parking lot and Coligny Beach Park features:
*The Adventure Playground, named after the ship Captain William Hilton was on when he discovered Hilton Head Island. It features a reimagined design of the ship, playground, wading pool/splash pad and more. The ship includes: cannons that spray a light mist, crow’s nests, swing bridges, port holes, rope nets, periscopes.
*An open pavilion and lawn for events.
*A perimeter walk
*Two fitness stations
*Wi-Fi
*Public restrooms

The playground is within easy walking distance to a Hilton Head Is. public beach via Coligny Beach Park (1 Coligny Circle) Coligny Beach Park has a splash pad fountain and free parking. Free parking is @ 109 Pope Avenue. Details here.

Lowcountry Celebration Park
94 Pope Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Coligny Beach Park

1 Coligny Circle
Hilton Head Island 29928

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Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park

Take a free, self-guided tour of Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park. Established in 1862 on Hilton Head Island, Mitchelville is the first place in the United States where African Americans, out of slavery but not yet citizens, self-governed. This first self-governed town of freed slaves is commemorated in the historic site of Mitchelville Freedom Park on Beach City Road. Learn more here 

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Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, Bluffton SC

A mere hour drive from Savannah, Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge is an easy getaway from Savannah to bike amid nature on 14 miles of hiking and biking trails. The refuge is open from sunrise to sunset daily. (Not located on Hilton Head Is. but between HHI and Bluffton)

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Free petting farm at Lawton Stables in Sea Pines

The free animal farm includes goats, sheep, chickens, turtles, cows and alpacas.  Kids can also pet a friendly retired Clydesdale, Woody, at the stables. Pony rides and horseback riding available for a fee. 

The animal farm is free; there’s a $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto. More info here. 190 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island, 29928

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Free Skate Park

Free Skate Park @ Bristol Sports Arena. Free outdoor skate park. Ramps & rails for skaters of all abilities. Restrooms. Pads required. Details here. 4 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Is. SC 29926.

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Coastal Discovery Museum

Educational natural history and animal programs at a venue that includes salt marsh board walks, open fields, gardens, trails and a 1200 square foot butterfly habitat that is home to some 13 species of native butterflies to the Lowcountry. Explore natural history and cultural heritage on the 68 acre Honey Horn property. The Museum’s trails, gardens, live oaks, butterfly enclosure and Marsh Tacky horses are just a few of the fun experiences you will encounter during your visit. Mon. – Sat. 9-4:30 and Sun. 11-3. *Perfect rainy day activity. More info here.
70 Honey Horn Drive
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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Sea Pines Forest Preserve

The 605-acre Sea Pines Forest Preserve includes easy trails to various points of interest including the 4,000-year-old Indian Shell Ring, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and a wildflower garden that’s amazing when in bloom. The walks range from 25 minutes to one hour. Bicycles are not permitted on the nature trails, so please park your bicycles at the locations provided. Open from sunrise to sunset. The Forest Preserve is free; there’s a $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto. More info here. 

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Gregg Russell Playground at Harbour Town, Sea Pines

The Gregg Russell Playground at Harbour Town is one of the top playgrounds in our area. Fenced, somewhat shaded playground that includes a treehouse; swings; numerous slides; lots of climbing bars, jungle gym bars, monkey bars. Just outside the fenced-playground is a water fountain; picnic tables; bathrooms; and plenty of spots for lunch, drinks or coffee and of course, the famous Harbour Town lighthouse which is open to climb for a fee plus $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto.  Harbour Town, Hilton Head, SC 29928

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FREE historical Stoney-Baynard Ruins, Sea Pines

The ruins of the old Baynard estate, the main house as well as attendant slave quarters, are permanently preserved within six-acre Baynard Ruins Park. The home was raided during the Civil War and Union forces made it their headquarters. Details here. The ruins are free; there’s a $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto.

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Seasonal

Spring & summer events

Free family-friendly outdoor Gregg Russell concerts at Harbour Town, Sea Pines

A classic on Hilton Head Is. for almost four decades, Gregg Russell Concerts under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town happen regularly during summer (weather permitting) & periodically during spring.

This family-oriented singer/storyteller performs sing-a-longs, ballads & silly songs with audience participation. Kids in the audience try to get Gregg to pick them to sing a song to the crowd, often using creative pick-me posters etc. Concerts are free; there’s a $9 gate fee per auto. Celebrating 40 years in 2016, Gregg has become a Sea Pines classic. Under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town is where you’ll find Gregg Russell entertaining adults and children alike. His concerts are not to be missed. Find the concert schedule here. 

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Free Sea Pines Trolley

Take the free Sea Pines Trolley to Sea Pines locations during summer months & some holiday periods. This is a way to entertain kids who are still thrilled by “bus rides etc”. The trolley offers an easy way to get around Sea Pines. Schedule info here.  Trolley rides are free; there’s a $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto. Good rainy day activity

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Beach access at Sea Pines Beach Club. 

Sea Pines Beach Club has convenient access to the beach, Surf Shop, restrooms, shower facilities & Surfside Market featuring to-go sandwiches, salads, snacks &  cold beverages. Details here. 87 North Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928. The beach club is free; there’s a $9 Sea Pines gate fee per auto. 

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The Sandbox Children’s Museum

Located off Pope Avenue on the south end of Hilton Head Island (about a 60 min. drive from Savannah), this interactive museum provides a place for educational play between children and their caregivers.

For ages infant to eight.
18A Pope Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843) 842-7645
Daily rates & membership rates here.
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

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Registration Open: Soccer Shots Savannah Fall 2023 sessions

Saturday, July 1st, 2023

Soccer Shots Savannah Public Park Programs for ages 2-8 for Fall 2023 in Pooler, Richmond Hill, Wilmington Island, Rincon & Bluffton

Enrollment for the Soccer Shots fall season is open for many of Soccer Shots Savannah fall public park classes for children ages 2-8! 

This year Soccer Shots Savannah is holding two 6-week fall seasons!  

Each season Soccer Shots Savannah uses a different curriculum covering new skills and character words while having fun! 

The Early Fall season begins in October and the Late Fall season begins in November and Soccer Shots Savannah wants your child to join us on Soccer Island! 

Visit Soccershots.org/savannah to learn more about our program! Or go straight to our enrollment page and sign up for a location near you that meets at a time that fits your schedule at savannah-macon.soccershots.com.

Soccer Shots Savannah has locations all throughout Savannah, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon and Bluffton!

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(Savannah Summer Camps 2023) Tormenta FC Academy Soccer Camps in Pooler, Richmond Hill, Hilton Head/Bluffton

Friday, June 9th, 2023

Tormenta FC Academy Summer Soccer Camps 2023

Tormenta FC Academy’s Summer Camp Series, presented by Critical Power Resiliency, and Summer Training events have officially kicked off across Savannah, Statesboro, Hilton Head, Bluffton, Pooler, Effingham, Richmond Hill and Hardeeville with limited slots still available.

Tormenta FC Academy summer camps, which run through Aug. 5, are intended for kids between the ages of 4-13. 

Tormenta FC Academy welcomes players of all skill levels, providing a supportive environment for growth and improvement. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot.

Spots are limited, for additional information on Tormenta FC Academy soccer camps, call (478-538-7824) or email lgibbons@tormentafc.com

Register online here.

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Savannah-Bluffton-Hilton Head Is. Playgrounds

Thursday, June 8th, 2023

Go playground hopping this summer.

Visit as many playgrounds as you can in the Savannah-Bluffton-Hilton Head Is. area.

Find the SouthernMamas.com Savannah & Lowcountry Playgrounds List here.

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Fourth of July 2023 runs in Savannah, Hilton Head

Sunday, June 4th, 2023

A laid-back Fourth of July run in Savannah

Do the Savannah Watermelon Crawl this Fourth of July.

Join the running community on July 4th 2023 @ 7AM. Meet in Lake Mayer Park in Savannah for a NO REGISTRATION, UNTIMED, watermelon eating, fun running good time.

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Organized by Fleet Feet Savannah 

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USA 5K Beach Run, HHI

Hit the beach this July 4th for the USA 5K at Coligny Beach, Hilton Head Island. This family-friendly July 4th celebration is open to runners and walkers of all ages and all skill levels.

The 2023 event is entirely on the hard, flat beach at low tide.

Registration requires a fee. Register online here.

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FIND JULY 4th FIREWORKS & KIDS’ EVENTS HERE.

Free summer events include weekly fireworks @ Shelter Cove Community Park, Hilton Head Is.

Tuesday, May 30th, 2023

Free Summer Family Events @ Shelter Cove Community Park & Lowcountry Celebration Park, Hilton Head

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Fireworks: Free family fun on Hilton Head Is. this summer include Tuesday Night 6-9:10PM Summer Jams & Fireworks @ Shelter Cove Community Park, June 13-Aug. 8 2023. Details here.

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

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Free Party in the Park & Makers Mart, Thursdays, 5:30-8PM, June 15-July 27 2023 @ Lowcountry Celebration Park, next to Adventure Playgrounds. Bounce houses, live music & more. Details & band schedule here.

Lowcountry Celebration Park 97 Pope Ave. Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928

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Bluffton Movie Nights & Fun Days. Schedule & details here.

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Free Community Kickball Event, Hilton Head Is. Details here.

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Free Family Fishing with Ben Green. Details here.

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Kids Bowl Free Summer 2023 Program @ bowling centers in Pooler & Bluffton

Thursday, April 27th, 2023

Kids Bowl Free summer 2023 program @ bowling alleys in Pooler, Bluffton

Add this to your Summer 2023 bucket list: sign up for Kids Bowl Free program, so you kids can bowl for free all summer at the following Savannah-Lowcountry area participating bowling centers:

*Frames N Games in Pooler.

*Premier Bowl & Bistro in Pooler.

*Station 300 in Bluffon SC.

The Kids Bowl Free program begins May 1 2023 @ Premier Bowl & Bistro in Pooler & @ Station 300 Bluffton. The program begins June 1 2023 @ Frames N Games in Pooler.

Sign up here.

Registered kids receive two free games of bowling each day of the Kids Bowl Free program all summer long at the bowling center with which you register. Age limits are set by the individual bowling centers.

There’s also a family pass option that allows adults, older siblings and babysitters to bowl along with the registered kids. The family pass is a one time payment, that is set by participating bowling centers.

Learn more here.

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Kids Bowl Free Summer 2023 Program

Frames N Games, June 1-July 31 2023, Mon-Fri. 11:30AM-4PM. Age requirement 2-12. Register here.

Premier Bowl & Bistro, May 1-Aug. 15 2023, Mon-Thurs, 5-8PM. Age requirement 2-16. Register here.

Station 300 Bluffton, May 1-Sept. 4 2023, 7 days a week: noon-9PM Mon, Tues, Thurs.; noon-5PM Wed. & Fri; 10AM-noon Sat & Sun. Age requirement 2-17. Register here.

(Savannah summer camps 2023) Tormenta FC Academy Soccer Camps in Savannah, Hilton Head/Bluffton

Monday, March 27th, 2023
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Enroll in Tormenta FC Summer Soccer Camps 2023 for ages 4-13

Time to register for Tormenta FC soccer camps, which are fantastic experiences for both veteran and new soccer players between the ages of 4 and 13.

Tormenta’s dynamic coaches will play fun games that will promote soccer skill development, learning, character building, and exercise. Your child will greatly enjoy camp and have an amazing week on the field.

Tormenta FC soccer camps are designed for kids between the ages of 4 and 13 to have fun, learn skills, and make friends.

Tormenta features camps throughout the Savannah, Bluffton, and Hilton Head areas so your family will have an amazing summer experience.

Register online here.

Sibling discount: 10 percent off

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

Thursday, February 9th, 2023

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).

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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Find more kid-friendly things to do locally in the SouthernMamas.com Events Calendar.

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(Bluffton/Hilton Head SC) Parents with children in K-12th grades interested in singing is invited to Coastal Youth Choirs info session

Monday, February 6th, 2023

Savannah Children’s Choir/Coastal Youth Choirs

Parents looking for a choir K-12th grade are welcome to attend a Bluffton SC info session about Coastal Youth Choirs, 1PM Wed. March 1 2023 @ Ignite the Senses gym.

Please RSVP at 843.757.0179.

Learn more about Coastal Youth Choirs here.

(please leave kids at home for this meeting)

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Hilton Head Snow Day 2023

Wednesday, December 28th, 2022

Hilton Head Snow Day 2023 @ Shelter Cove Park

This is a family event that will have inflatable rides, a snowfield, family fun music and bounce houses.

For the kids who have never seen snow, this is the perfect event. Admission: $10 for ages 2-17. Babies & adults are free.

Learn more here.

Hilton Head Snow Day, Sat. Jan. 28 2023

11AM-4PM

Shelter Cove Park, Hilton Head Is.

(Hilton Head Holidays 2022) Noon Year’s Eve Kids’ Party; Santa & more @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum

Sunday, November 27th, 2022

Noon Year’s Eve @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Come and celebrate New Year’s Eve at Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Drop at noon Dec 31 2022 and a special concert by Rick Hubbard and his Kazoo Band @kazoobiekazoos @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

Reserve your spot now and purchase your tickets online @ www.thesandbox.org. $15/person Member, active military and senior discounts. While on www.thesandbox.org, click book now, Hilton head and then Dec 31 on the calendar.

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Sun, Surf & Santa @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Celebrate the holidays with this family-friendly event: Sun, Surf & Santa on Wed. Dec. 21 2022 @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. Two sessions: 10AM & 1:30PM

In addition to the exhibit, there will be a special holiday arts and crafts and STEM activities, a scavenger hunt, Santa will make an appearance at both sessions, once @ noon and a second @ 1:30PM.

Beloved entertainer Rick Hubbard will play a holiday interactive concert.

Purchase your tickets online here to make sure you have a space at this fun event. 

Questions? Email thesandboxhhi@gmail.com to register.

The Sandbox Children’s Museum, 80 Nassau St., Hilton Head Is. 29928

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Lowcountry Celebration Park, Adventure Playground, Hilton Head Is.

While visiting The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. , visit Adventure Playground in neighboring Lowcountry Celebration Park.

Lowcountry Celebration Park, one of Hilton Head Island’s newest parks that reflects some of its coastal, historical and environmental attributes, was recognized with an Award of Excellence for its design.

Learn more about the award here.

The park off Pope Avenue near the Coligny Beach parking lot and Coligny Beach Park features:
*The Adventure Playground, named after the ship Captain William Hilton was on when he discovered Hilton Head Island. It features a reimagined design of the ship, playground, wading pool and more.
*An open pavilion and lawn for events.
*A perimeter walk
*Two fitness stations
*Wi-Fi
*The Sandbox Children’s Museum
*Public restrooms

Lowcountry Celebration Park
94 Pope Ave.
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Free Family Fun Night @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Free Family Fun Night @ Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Family Friday Nights are open to ALL families!. Held the first Friday of each month @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is.

Fri. Dec. 9 2022, 5;30-7:30PM

Designed to bring families together, for a cost free evening of fun activities. An engaging easy evening! Come play in all of The Sandbox Children’s Museum exhibits for free.

Admission is free but reserve your space online here.

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Give the gift of membership to The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is & Bluffton SC

Purchase a membership for your favorite family right on The Sandbox Children’s Museum website www.thesandbox.org

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(Hilton Head Is. kids’ actitivies) Adventure Playground @ Lowcountry Celebration Park

Saturday, November 5th, 2022

Lowcountry Celebration Park, Adventure Playground, Hilton Head Is.

Visit Adventure Playground in Lowcountry Celebration Park.

Lowcountry Celebration Park, one of Hilton Head Island’s newest parks that reflects some of its coastal, historical and environmental attributes, was recognized with an Award of Excellence for its design.

The South Carolina Chapter American Society of Landscape Architects presented the award, which is the highest honor it bestows, at its annual conference held recently in Greenville, South Carolina. Chris Darnell, an Urban Designer with the Town of Hilton Head Island, and Wood and Partners, the firm that designed the park, accepted the award.

Learn more about the award here.

Free Hilton Head Lantern Parade 2022

Sunday, October 9th, 2022

2022 Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade, Nov. 12 2022 @ Alder Lane Beach Park across from Coligny Plaza

Come participate in a community parade of light.

At the FREE Lantern Parade 2022 on HIlton Head Is., every participant will have a lantern to march. Each lantern will be a representation of our history, our ecology, our recreation or ourselves.

Lantern Kits Available for Purchase at the Coastal Discovery Museum gift shop on Hilton Head Is.

2022 Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade
Sat. Nov. 12, 2022
Parade Route: Alder Lane Beach Access to Coligny Beach Park
Parade Starts @ Sunset (5:45 PM-ish)Created by and featuring artist Chantelle Rytter, the Lantern Parade is a free event and an opportunity for the surrounding community and visitors to celebrate the history, ecology and people of Hilton Head Island.

The only requirement to participate is having a lantern!

Lineup for the parade begins at 5PM at the Alder Lane Beach Access.

The parade will start at 5:45PM Sat Nov. 12, right after sunset, and travel north along South Forest Beach up to Coligny Beach Park.

Spectators can watch along the beach anywhere between Alder Lane and Coligny Beach Park.

Learn more here.