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.

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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.

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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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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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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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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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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 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 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.

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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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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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 @ 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.

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 @ 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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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.

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.

Halloween event @ The Sandbox Children’s Museum, Hilton Head Is.

Come try out your costume at The Sandbox Children’s Museum family-friendly Halloween event, 1-4PM on Sun. Oct. 30 2022.

In addition to the exhibits, there will be special STEM and Art activities, a scavenger hunt, and light refreshments.Purchase tickets online at thesandbox.org by clicking Book Now.

The Sandbox Children’s Museum
80 Nassau St
Hilton Head Island, S.C. 29928
843-842-7645

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Lowcountry Celebration Park, Hilton Head Is.

Pair your visit to The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. with a visit to the Lowcountry Celebration Park, located next to the museum.

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. 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
*The Sandbox Children’s Museum
*Public restrooms

The playground is within easy walking distance to a Hilton Head Is. public beach via Coligny Beach Park (1 Coligny Circle)

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

GO PLAYGROUND HOPPING. FIND OUR FAVORITE PLAYGROUNDS HERE.

Fall Farm Fun @ Holiday Farms in Ridgeland SC

Holiday Farms will be open Thursdays-Saturdays from 9AM-6PM and Sundays from Noon-6PM during October 2022.

Activities for kids including Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Barnyard Zoo, Duck Races, Haytona Speedway, Corn Grinding, Steer Roping, Cow (Faux) Milking, Corn Maze & MORE!

Learn more here.

Holiday Farms: 10884 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936

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Halloween Costume Contest & Pumpkin Patch on Hilton Head Is.

Free event! Pumpkin Patch and fall festivities on Fri. Oct. 21 2022, 4-7PM.

Have the kids dress up and participate in the Halloween Costume Contest at 5:45PM.

Free bounce houses, pumpkins, and games! Train ride, concessions, rockwall sold separately.

Learn more here.

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

Holiday Farms Grand Opening Moved to Thurs. Oct. 6

Due to expected inclement weather, Holiday Farms Great Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland will be closed this weekend Oct 1 & 2 2022.

Opening day is now Thurs. Oct. 6 2022. Military Appreciation Day will now be Sat. Oct. 8 2022. Half price to military and immediate family with proper ID.

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Starting Oct. 6 2022, Holiday Farms will be open Thursdays-Saturdays from 9AM-6PM and Sundays from Noon-6PM.

Activities for kids including Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Barnyard Zoo, Duck Races, Haytona Speedway, Corn Grinding, Steer Roping, Cow (Faux) Milking, Corn Maze & MORE!

Learn more here.

Holiday Farms: 10884 Grays Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936

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Next time you go to The Sandbox @ Tanger 2 Outlets in Bluffton, check out one (or all) of these Bluffton playgrounds or parks

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Bluffton SC — about a 45 minute drive from Savannah — is teeming with playgrounds and parks that y’all need to check out if you haven’t already.

Next time you go to The Sandbox @ Tanger 2 Outlets in Bluffton or head to the beach at Hilton Head Is., stop by one (or all) of these playgrounds or parks to enjoy new playground equipment, artificial turf, free parking. Maybe even plan your visit on a day the Bluffton Branch Library offers storytime.

(Grab food at some of these favorites: Alljoy Donut Co.; Squat & Gobble; Nectar Family Kitchen; Cahill’s Market ; Mi Terra Authentic Mexican Restaurant. )

For a better look, see the SouthernMamas.com Reel featuring these Bluffton playgrounds and parks here.

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Oscar Frazier Playground

Bring your little train lovers. There’s a train shaped-climbing equipment & more. Restrooms, walking path, covered picnic area, swings, outdoor exercise area and dog-park.

DuBois Playground

This is a favorite! Sweet ship-shaped climbing equipment, swings, restrooms. Within walking distance to restaurants in Bluffton’s downtown. Next to this playground is Martin Family Park which offers a grassy field for play, wooden chairs, picnic tables and more restrooms.

Bluffton Branch Library

In front of the library is a grassy field. Walk along by the panels which tell the story of the fiddler crabs of Calhoun Street.

Wright Park

Oh the views of May River! There’s no playground equipment but instead there’s a boardwalk to May River as well as a grassy field and solitary swing that overlooks the marsh and river. Get ready to swoon over the loveliness of historic The Church of the Cross right across Calhoun Street.

Buckhalter Place Playground

Smack in the middle of shops and restaurants including a Kroger, this park has an open lawn, benches, fenced playground, Veteran’s Memorial.

Butterflies, carnivorous plants bog garden & more @ Coastal Discovery Museum

A favorite part of Coastal Discovery Museum on Hilton Head Is. is the Karen Wertheimer Butterfly Habitat but there is even more to explore around the Museum’s peaceful 68-acre property: marsh boardwalks, kids zone, discovery lab, gardens (including carnivorous plants bog garden with Venus,  Sundews, and several species of Pitcher plants, each with their own unique method of trapping insects ), Marsh Tacky horses, replica shell ring, nature trail & more.

Learn more here.

Parent & Me Toddler Time @ Sandbox Children’s Museum @ Tanger Outlets, Bluffton SC

Toddler Time @ Sandbox Children’s Museum @ Tanger Outlets in Bluffton SC is for children ages 1-3 and their caregiver. Come and explore a staff-led activity in the area of science, art, or music.

This 30-minute interactive program is aligned to the SC Early Learning Standards. Adults must stay and participate with their child.

Learn more & book tickets here.

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Wednesday Young Artist Program @ Tanger Outlets, Bluffton SC

Free with admission.

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The Sandbox has two locations: one in Hilton Head Is. & one in Bluffton SC. This program is @ the one in Bluffton SC.

The Sandbox at Tanger 2
1414 Fording Island Rd, Suite E-180
Bluffton, SC 29910
843-705-6235

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Lowcountry Celebration Park, Hilton Head Is.

Pair your visit to The Sandbox Children’s Museum on Hilton Head Is. with a visit to the Lowcountry Celebration Park, located next to the museum.

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
*The Sandbox Children’s Museum
*Public restrooms

The playground is within easy walking distance to a Hilton Head Is. public beach via Coligny Beach Park (1 Coligny Circle)

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

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Playgrounds in Savannah & the Lowcountry

Fall is a fun time to explore some of our favorite playgrounds in the Savannah-Coastal Georgia/South Carolina Lowcountry area.

Find some of the best local playgrounds here.

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See SouthernMamas.com Instagram reel tribute to one of our favorite playgrounds here.