Enjoy a free screening of the movie Rise of the Guardians and craft on Friday, December 27 2024 starting at 1:00pm! This is a great activity for the whole family and kids will take home a completed craft.
Santa Claus, Jack Frost, the Sandman, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy team up to fight a phantom who steals children’s dreams and replaces them with fear. Rating: PG
This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required.
Enjoy a free screening of the movie Happy Feet Two and fun tap dance activity on Friday, January 3 2025 at 1:00pm! This is a great activity for the whole family and a way to get kids up and moving while learning a new skill.
Penguins Mumble and Gloria struggle to help their dance-phobic son Erik find his place in their community, while a new threat may put a stop to their singing and dancing forever. Rating: PG
This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required.
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Parent and Child Movement is back at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center!
Enjoy a morning having fun and bonding with your child in this class designed for ages 2-3. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop.
Saturdays from January 11 – February 15, 9:00-9:45am. $25/$20 City of Savannah Resident.
Deadline to register is Wednesday, January 8 at 5pm.
Enter your child to win a free month of Kindermusik in January 2025.
Deadline for entries is Dec. 30 2024 @ 11:59PM.
Let’s ring in the new year! This January, Kindermusik with 88 Keys is offering a whole free month of weekly classes to one random winner!
Anyone may enter with a child aged 0-7 years! Limit of 1 child per family; only 1 entry permitted.
Winner must be available to attend on at least one of these days we offer classes. You choose the class of your choice and attend it once per week. Included in the prize is the digital online home materials that correspond with the month of classes. See our January 2025 class schedule below!
All classes will be held at our studio at 183 Deerfield Road West, Bloomingdale, GA 31302. Prize is for the month of May 2024 only, and cannot be redeemed for any other month.
One winner will be randomly drawn and notified by text and/or email on December 31st, 2024!
Your ticket to see the musical Rudolph @ Savannah Children’s Theatre includes the chance to meet Mr. & Mrs. Claus in the lobby, right by the SCT Christmas tree! If meeting the big guy is too much for your little one, there’s a Letters to Santa craft where they can write or draw their wishes & leave them for Santa. Only 3 shows remaining…
Create a holiday inspired bracelet with charms and beads along with a jewelry box designed by you and your littlest artists in this Savannah parent & child workshop @ a centrally-located studio, 3301 Waters Avenue next to AV8 Barbers.
Join us for a “Parent & Me” Jewelry Bracelet and Box-making class. Create personalized Christmas-themed bracelets using colorful beads and charms, then decorate a keepsake box for your creations. This workshop promotes creativity and family bonding, perfect for holiday gifts. No experience is necessary—just bring your holiday spirit! Led by jewelry maker from Glenda’s Gems and artist Jennifer Mack Watkins.
A drop-in art event in Savannah near Daffin Park that introduces various art material to create a work of art to take home. Create artwork that celebrates the holidays @ this centrally-located studio, 3301 Waters Avenue next to AV8 Barbers.
Reserve your spot via the QR code above for this free Savannah Kwanzaa Celebration on Sat. Dec. 28, 10AM-12:30PM @ 3301 Waters Avenue next to AV8 Barbers.
Free activities include art making, music & dance, book giveaways, read alouds, brand portraits.
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Oatland Island Wildlife Center is offering a very special Toddler Tuesday on December 17.
This will be a shorter Toddler Tuesday program with songs and learning about polar animals. There will be free play with a train, a craft, hot chocolate and cookies. This event is aged for toddlers but older siblings may come.
Please select one of the three times options: 9AM, 10AM or 11AM.
Cost: $7 kids; $5 adults.
Pre registration & pre-payment are required online here.
Regular Toddler Tuesday programs will resume on Jan. 7, 2025.
Toddler Tuesday is a program for 1-4 year old children and their caregivers that focuses on one of our animals, or a relevant nature theme. The program will meet at the picnic pavilion and will include singing, finger play, a story, and a possible encounter with one of our furry, feathered or scaly residents.
Occasionally the program ventures to an exhibit, so dress appropriately and bring your stroller and walking shoes. Toddler Tuesday is weather dependent and in case of extreme weather and a cancellation is called for, attendees will be emailed at the address you registered your child with.
Sessions are offered twice on Tuesdays: 10-10:30AM & 11-11:30AM
If you don’t see a new theme, don’t worry, the program runs all year except one week during 4th of July and over the winter holidays.
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UPDATE: First Day Hike @ Skidaway Island State Park, 10AM Wed. Jan. 1. Kick off the year with the first day hike. Learning about the park’s rich history, local flora, and fauna. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. 1 mile hike. Earn your coveted First Day Hike sticker. Details here.
Animal of the Day: Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals.
Archery*: 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 the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the archery range.
Backyard Birding: Join a ranger in the bird watching area behind the Interpretive 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.
DIY 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. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 per person.
Family Board Game Day: From treasured classics to new favorites, we’re sure to have a game your whole family will enjoy. Stop by the Group Shelter from 9 AM – 4 PM for a fun-filled day of friendly competition.
Fungi Friday Hike: A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail.
Movie Night at the Park: Join us for an evening of family friendly entertainment. We will be watching a holiday favorite that is sure to warm even the grumpiest of hearts. Wear your holiday PJs, bring outdoor chairs and blankets, and meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center. Concessions available.
Picnic with a View: Pack a lunch and join us for a laid-back hike to the observation tower. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead at 12:30PM. The total distance is 1 mile, with a break at the observation tower to eat lunch as we enjoy the beauty of Skidaway Narrows.
Read with a Ranger: Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Science of Snowflakes: Join the naturalist in the Interpretive Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person.
Shortest Day Discovery Hike: Meet at the Visitor Center for a very short hike on the shortest day of the year. Let’s see what we can discover together on the path between the Visitor Center and front entrance. You might be surprised by what you find when you slow down and take a closer look.
Stills of Skidaway Hike: Uncover the history and science behind the abandoned moonshine stills on Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike highlighting some of the area’s most fascinating tales.
Savannah Santa Train train rides are sold out. But tickets are available for activities-only so you can still take part in the day-long festivities happening Sat. Dec. 7, 9am-5pm Georgia State Railroad Museum & Savannah Children’s Museum at 655 Louisville Road in Savannah. (just without the train ride).
Festive activities include: Tin Soldier Training, the chance to operate a model train, Santa visits, the Grinch, food trucks, holiday crafts, Christmas tree activities with Savannah Tree Foundation, carving demos of hand-crafted spinning tops, which are available for purchase.
Food vendors include Popcorn Geeks; Top Dog Food Truck; Leopold’s Ice Cream; @BowTie Barbecue Co.
The event goes all day – so come enjoy the activities.
This year’s sponsors: Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah, Regions Bank, Norfolk Southern, Kim Lyle Real Estate, Colonial Oil.
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Celebrate the last Kindermusik playdates of 2024 with a flurry of wintry songs, dances, instruments, and making warm memories in the cold weather. Bring along the whole family for this cozy December playdate: Jingle All the Way!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get…
A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home
A $5 coupon for weekly studio classes
DETAILS
Ages 0-7. The class is geared toward newborns all the way up to 7-year-olds! Multiple caregivers are welcome, so bring the whole family along!
Limited capacity! December musical playdate will be held twice on Saturday, December 14, 2024: at 11AM (10AM class is sold out). Don’t delay in enrolling, as spots are limited and will be closed as soon as the spaces fill. Typically these playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now!
Celebrate the last Kindermusik playdates of 2024 with a flurry of wintry songs, dances, instruments, and making warm memories in the cold weather. Bring along the whole family for this cozy December playdate: Jingle All the Way!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Every enrolled child will get…
A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter
A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home
A $5 coupon for weekly studio classes
DETAILS
Ages 0-7. The class is geared toward newborns all the way up to 7-year-olds! Multiple caregivers are welcome, so bring the whole family along!
Limited capacity! December musical playdate will be held twice on Saturday, December 14, 2024: at 10 and 11 AM. Don’t delay in enrolling, as spots are limited and will be closed as soon as the spaces fill. Typically these playdates fill before the date so grab your spot now!
Bundle up for a ride on Kindermusik’s one-horse open sleigh! The bells are ringing, the snow is falling, and you will make jingly music together!
Celebrate Kindermusik’s last playdates of 2024 on Sat. Dec. 14 with a flurry of wintry songs, dances, instruments, and making warm memories in the cold weather.
Bring along the whole family for this cozy December playdates: Jingle All the Way!
Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more delightful activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces! Claim your child’s spot before it fills!
Sat. Dec. 14, 2024 – choose 10 or 11AM. Playdates are 40 minutes long.
Santa will make his grand entrance aboard the Georgia Queen Riverboat on Sunday, December 8, 2024, with help from the Savannah Fire Department.
Families can enjoy a 1½-hour narrated sightseeing cruise – Sailing with Santa – featuring Santa and his crew, crafts, sweet treats, and photo opportunities in Santa’s Workshop.
Toy Drive: Children bringing a new, unwrapped toy for Greenbrier Children’s Center’s Early Learning Program (ages 1–5) will sail for free with a paying adult.
Book your Sailing with Santa seasonal cruise online here.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Location: Savannah Riverboat Cruises, 9 East River Street, Savannah, GA
Focused on water acclimation and fun, our parent-and-child lessons use songs and water play to help children explore the water with confidence and ease.
“No tears, No fear”— just smiles and splashes.
Find a Savannah-area location near you. Details here.
Brunch with Santa. Gingerbread House Unveiling. Christmas Lighting Ceremony. Holiday Cookie Decorating. Letters to Santa.
Find all of Savannah’s Plant Riverside District holiday fun here.
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Fri. Nov. 29 2024
(Savannah) Free Letters to Santa, 3PM @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Cafe. Kids can write and decorate their very own letters to the North Pole! With specially designed stationery, colorful colors, and stickers, kids of all ages can share their Christmas wishes, draw pictures, and let their imaginations soar. Once the letters are ready, they’ll be mailed in Plant Riverside District’s special holiday mailbox for a personalized reply from Santa himself, delivered right to their home. Activity Sheets available as well. Holiday drinks available for purchase. No reservations required. Details here.
(Savannah) Free Gingerbread House Unveiling, 4PM. Plant Riverside District, Generator Hall Lobby. Festive music, kids’ activities, and hot cocoa. Free & open to the public. Details here.
(Savannah) Free Lighting Ceremony, 6:30-7:30PM Plant Riverside District’s MLK Park. Free & open to the public. Holiday songs and spirit by the Southeast Coast Gospel Choir under the direction of Delandrian Aikens, a reading of ‘Twas the Night before Christmas by community leader Roger Moss, and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free & open to the public. Details here.
Holiday Cookie Decorating @ Plant Riverside District’s Turbine Cafe. Freshly baked cookies provided in fun holiday shapes—snowflakes, stockings, candy canes, and more—along with all the decorating essentials, from colorful icings and sprinkles to shimmering edible glitter. This event is perfect for decorators of all ages and skill levels. Take home your creations, or enjoy a taste right away! Cost: $25. Details here.
(Savannah) Brunch with Santa @ Plant Riverside District. A magical brunch filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Christmas crafts, Christmas face paint characters, classic holiday tale readings, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Details here.
Turbine Cafe in Plant Riverside District will provide freshly baked cookies in fun holiday shapes—snowflakes, stockings, candy canes, and more—along with all the decorating essentials, from colorful icings and sprinkles to shimmering edible glitter.
This event is perfect for decorators of all ages and skill levels.
Take home your creations, or enjoy a taste right away! Whether you’re making treats to share or just looking to get creative, Plant Riverside District’s Holiday Cookie Decorating event is a sweet way to celebrate the season together.
Experience the joy of wool felting as SCAD alum Ivy Anderson (B.F.A., fibers, 2024) introduces a study of two-dimensional invention. Guided by Anderson, an expert in textile manipulation, tap your creative vision for unique ornaments made from woolen fibers and yarn.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Tour SCAD MOA’s current exhibition offerings to inspire edible decorative elements on holiday cookies as assistant curator Brittany Richmond leads you through a celebration of charismatic confections and contemporary art at TAD Café.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Transform paper into festive sheets for wrapping gifts with SCAD MOA educators! Inspired by the colors, textures, and stories behind current exhibitions, employ watercolors and stamps to create distinctive gift wrap for lucky loved ones.
All skill levels are welcome with an attendee fee of $10. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Calling all little creatives! Embark on a journey of artistic expression, discovery, and exploration with SCAD MOA educators. Brimming with imaginative activities designed just for kiddos, each day is packed with programming inspired by the latest exhibitions. While enjoying art projects, gallery visits, outdoor play, creative indoor games, dance parties, and, of course, snack time, your budding geniuses (and you) can form new friendships.
Mini Masters Morning is programmed for children ages 1–4. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.
Kindermusik classes for ages 0-7 and their caregivers – weekly classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays (morning and evenings available!), and monthly classes offered on Saturdays!
Newborns thru 10 week old infants can attend for FREE! Text “FREE TRIAL” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com today.
Looking for something fun to do when kids are out of school next week?
Savannah Children’s Museum will have a SPECIAL OPEN DAY on Tuesday, November 26 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, weather permitting.
Turkey Tuesday will feature Thanksgiving-themed storytime, arts & crafts, scavenger hunt plus learning through exploration and play. We look forward to seeing you there!
(SCM will be open regular hours 9AM-3PM Wednesday, November 27 and Friday, November 29, Saturday November 30, and Sunday December 1 but will be closed Thanksgiving Day)
Animal of the Day: 10AM Thurs. Nov. 7; 2PM Fri. Nov. 8; 10AM Tues. Nov. 12; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 14; 10AM Thurs. Nov. 21; 10AM Tues. Nov. 26; 10AM Sat. Nov. 30. Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals.
Archery: 10AM Sat. Nov. 9 & Sat. Nov. 23. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $10 per person. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the Visitor Center.
FALL into Crafting: Mon. Nov. 11. Stop into the Visitor Center to purchase your fall craft kit for just $2. Several seasonal crafts will be available throughout the day, while supplies last
Full Moon Hike: 6:30PM Fri. Nov. 15. Beaver Moon: Come view the Beaver Moon above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails as you’ve likely never seen them before. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. $15 per person. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fungi Friday Hike: 10AM Fri. Nov. 29. A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail.
Gather ‘round the Campfire: 6-8PM Fri. Nov. 22. There’s a chill in the air and it’s the perfect time to get cozy around the campfire. Join us as we take this time to reflect on the last year and share what we’re most thankful for. Hot beverages will be provided while supplies last. Purchase a s’more kit for $2.00 while supplies last. Meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center.
Read with a Ranger: 10AM Tues. Nov. 19. Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather.
Roving Ranger: 3PM Wed. Nov. 13; 3PM Thurs. Nov. 21; 3PM Wed. Nov. 27. A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more!
Skidaway Scavengers: 10AM-3PM Sun. Nov. 24. Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore!
Tree ID Hike: 10AM Sun. Nov. 17. Ever wonder, “What tree is that?” Come and find out. Our naturalist will lead a 1-mile hike, pointing out a variety of trees along the way. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead.
Make a mark that will celebrate your family over the holiday break November 23rd-24th and 26th 2024 @ Learning Through Studio’s family/group art making workshops.
You will learn the basics of mark-making by using printmaking techniques to create a customized mixed-media work of art. All art supplies are included. Feel free to bring your own snacks to share.
Each Family or group will leave with handmade mixed media painting on paper ready to decorate your home. Each participant will leave also with a 8×10 canvas panel to add to this memory. Framing information available by request.
Come ready to get messy and create art together ! Come create with us!
There’s a new program in Savannah that encourages bonding between child and caregiver while also nurturing your little one’s emerging social and emotional development.
Mazel Tots – held at JEA Preschool in Midtown Savannah – is a fun multi-sensory experience that encourages both fine and gross motor development, socialization, and emerging language.
This program is free for the community. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
