This family-themed festival is all about the “wee folks” getting up close with the natural world and encouraging imaginative outdoor play.
Dress in costume and flaunt your wings in our fashion show; mine for gems; frolic in the enchanted forest and help construct a fairy village.
Free and paid activities and concessions. Proceeds go to feeding Oatland’s animals. No outside vendors! For more information call Oatland at 912-395–1500 or learn more here.
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Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano for a free introductory music & motion class – just text ‘FREE CLASS’ to 912-432-5885 and they’ll get you set up with a class time that works for you!
Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has been offering Kindermusik to the Coastal Empire for over 22 years: come experience the joy and magic of learning through music with your child!
Infants younger than 10 weeks old are always completely free!
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System will partner with Hazel Health, a pediatric telehealth provider for K-12 schools, to offer students access to mental health care services at no cost. Hazel uses therapeutic processes delivered by licensed therapists. Through Hazel Health, students will be able to access virtual Mental Health and Wellness support. This service is an extension of in-person services offered through our Wellness Center and is provided at no cost to SCCPSS students and families.
Teletherapy appointments at home will be available for all district students, especially when students are unable to access the SCCPSS Wellness Center.
Teletherapy appointments will be available at home and at school at the campuses listed below:
Butler Elementary School
Garden City Elementary School
Gould Elementary School
May Howard Elementary School
Pooler Elementary School
Southwest Elementary School
West Chatham Elementary School
White Bluff Elementary School
Windsor Forest Elementary School
Godley Station K-8 School
Hesse K-8 School
New Hampstead K-8 School
Pulaski K-8 School
Rice Creek K-8 School
Southwest Middle School
West Chatham Middle School
H.V. Jenkins High School
Sol C. Johnson High School
New Hampstead High School
Windsor Forest High School
A parent/guardian may refer their student. Students must have parent permission to enroll for services unless they are 18 or older.
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Come to Junior Ranger Day @ Fort Pulaski National Monument on Saturday, April 27 2025 to celebrate Fort Pulaski National Monument’s Centennial! From 10 AM to 4 PM, you can participate in several kid-friendly activities and hear the roar of cannon demonstrations! You’ll even have a chance to enlist in the Army, drill as a soldier, and play Civil War games!
Want to earn a special edition Centennial Junior Ranger badge? Just fill out Fort Pulaski’s activity booklet or participate in an activity.
Schedule of Events
10AM – 4PM – Ongoing Kids Activities in the Fort 10AM – Ranger-Guided Nature Walk 11AM – Cannon Demonstration 11:15AM – Soldier School and Civil War Games 1PM – Cannon Demonstration 1:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games 2PM – Jr. Ranger Cannon Drill 3PM – Cannon Demonstration 3:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games
The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to join in the celebration of Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event aimed at promoting health and wellness among children and families. Ten of our branches across Coastal Georgia will either host or celebrate the event, generally taking place from 10am to 2pm. Each branch will offer unique activities tailored to the community it serves.
Please click here to find out branch-specific offerings.
As part of the festivities, the YMCA will kick off the summer season and provide families with more information about summer camp and aquatics programming. Come enjoy interactive games, educational workshops, and classes during Healthy Kids Day!®
Event Details:
What: The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to celebrate Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event featuring a day of fun-filled activities to celebrate kids being kids.
When: Saturday, April 26, generally from 10am to 2pm, depending on the branch. (Find details here.)
Where: Across YMCA branches throughout Coastal Georgia. Please click here for specific branch activities.
YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units, in Bulloch, Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, McIntosh and Glynn Counties including:
Effingham YMCA Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA Habersham YMCA Islands YMCA Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA Richmond Hill YMCA Tybee Island YMCA West Chatham YMCA
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Camp is weekly Monday-Friday from May 27-Aug. 8 2025 for ages 5-14.
Summer Art Camp is five days of total art time! Drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture & fiber arts table. All art materials included. There will be two instructors staffed for camp. Every staff member has experience in teaching youth art classes and guide with positive reinforcement.
Savannah Stage Company’s Performing Arts Camp is available for rising 3rd-10th graders and is led by professional actors and improvisors. Campers rehearse diving into the unknown, creating characters and saying yes! Grow your confidence, expand your imagination, and build up your bravery. Performance on final Friday at 2pm!
British Swim School of Savannah is proud to offer swim lessons at Chatham Parkway and Port Wentworth.
From infants to adults, our goal is to help every swimmer build confidence, learn essential water survival skills, and have fun doing it — all with highly trained, caring instructors.
Find the location that works best for you and join the BSS family today!
On the last day of camp we will all put on a concert to share what we have learned in lessons and practiced in rehearsals. All families and friends are invited! Join us for a summer performance experience you will always remember!
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Savannah Indoor Golf Club has three Trackman golf simulators and a 320+ sq ft putting green, so juniors have multiple learning tools at their disposal.
The environment offers a perfect blend of golf skill development, coupled with the use of technology that today’s youth enjoys.
The team at Savannah Indoor Golf is excited to offer this fun, engaging and new summer camp experience for young golfers! They understand how to blend traditional golf with this new and exciting method and look forward to seeing your junior golfer this summer.
Classes are from 9AM – noon each week. 2025 Camps dates are:
Sign up your child for Wicked Theme Tumble Camp @ Savannah Sharks @ 1686 E. President St. in Savannah. Camp dates: July 28-31 205. For ages ages 7 & older.
Come celebrate the new Summit Gymnastics facility on Eisenhower Drive in Savannah (in the former Toysmart) on Monday May 17, 10AM-1PM.
The Summit Gymnastics Grand Opening will feature at giant ninja inflatable, water slide and other water activities, raffle drawing, kona ice, obstacle courses.
Sign up for Summer Camp at the Grand Opening and receive 10 percent off.
Sign up for classes at the Grand Opening and receive 10 percent off,
Already signed up? Bring a friend to sign up and receive 10% off.
Learn more about Summit Gymnastics in Savannah here.
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Spring is here, and there’s no better time to dive into water safety!
As the weather warms up, pool days, beach trips, and summer vacations are just around the corner. Ensure your little one is confident and water-ready with British Swim School’s expert-led swim lessons!
*Fun & Safe Learning Environment *Small Class Sizes for Personalized Attention *Water Safety Skills for All Ages
Don’t wait for summer to start swimming! Secure your spot now and give your child a life-saving skill that lasts forever.
Join Savannah Riverboat Cruises on Sunday, April 20th, at 12 PM for a festive celebration filled with your favorite breakfast and lunch entrees. Savor delicious food while cruising through the beautiful historic Savannah!
Bring the whole family and enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny, plus live narration by the Captain from the top deck. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Easter Sunday together!
Don’t miss your chance to brunch with the Easter Bunny on the Savannah River!
*Delicious Easter Brunch
*Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny
*Egg-citing surprises onboard
Seats are filling up FAST—secure your spot before it’s gone
Spots are limited, so don’t wait—secure your tickets today online here.
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Summer camp enrollment is now open at YMCA locations across Georgia. There’s no better place for your child to experience fun, friendship, and adventure. At YMCA day camp, your kids will make new friends and have tons of fun as they experience new adventures, outdoor games, and creative activities every day.
Don’t wait—spaces are filling up fast! Find your Y and enroll today here.
Let the adventure begin!
YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units, in Bulloch, Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, McIntosh and Glynn Counties including:
Effingham YMCA Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA Habersham YMCA Islands YMCA Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA Richmond Hill YMCA Tybee Island YMCA West Chatham YMCA
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The best way to teach our kids about emotions…and what to do with them..is to have a good understanding of the basic feelings that we all experience.
Find a breakdown of emotions to help enhance our understanding here.
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Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You are not alone! Call 912-503-5744 or send a message here.
Join Savannah Riverboat Cruises on Sunday, April 20th, at 12 PM for a festive celebration filled with your favorite breakfast and lunch entrees. Savor delicious food while cruising through the beautiful historic Savannah!
Bring the whole family and enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny, plus live narration by the Captain from the top deck. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Easter Sunday together!
Don’t miss your chance to brunch with the Easter Bunny on the Savannah River!
*Delicious Easter Brunch
*Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny
*Egg-citing surprises onboard
Seats are filling up FAST—secure your spot before it’s gone
Spots are limited, so don’t wait—secure your tickets today online here.
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Savor the flavors of the South with a seafood bar, Georgia favorites like shrimp and grits, and enjoy interactive culinary experiences at the chef-manned action stations for savory crepes and Belgian waffles, complemented by a carving station.
The Easter celebration extends beyond the table with an Easter egg hunt and a special visit from the Easter Bunny, for all ages. End your meal on a sweet note with our award-winning pastry team’s creations of pies, cakes, cookies and more, all set against Savannah’s beautiful riverfront.
The Town of Thunderbolt invites you to one of our favorite springtime traditions—The Great Thunderbolt Egg Hunt! Bring the whole family for an egg-citing day filled with vendors, food, games, and fun!
Saturday, April 19, 2025 11 AM – 1 PM Cesaroni Park, 2702 Mechanics Ave, Thunderbolt, GA
This free community event is the perfect way to celebrate Easter and springtime cheer—so don’t forget to bring your baskets!
Local Church Easter Egg Hunt & Festivities on Sunday, April 13, 5-7PM
You’re invited to a FREE fun-filled evening for the entire family with food, inflatables, entertainment, candy, and an EGG HUNT with THOUSANDS of eggs.
Event will be held at Jenkins Athletic Club’s baseball field, 6408 Waters Ave., Savannah
Free & open to the public.
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Easter Egg Hunt & Festivities in Garden City
Easter Eggstravaganza, 10AM-Noon, Saturday April 12 in the front lawn of Garden City Hall.
Free & open to the public.
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Savannah Police Easter Eggstravaganza, Daffin Park
Join the Savannah Police Department for an Easter Eggstravaganza in Daffin Park on Saturday April 12, 2025 from 11am to 2:30pm!
Featuring a magic show, an egg hunt, food, games, DJ, inflatables, face painting, prizes, SPD specialized units, and more. Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Magic Show with Magic Marc at 12:15pm 8,000 Egg Easter Egg Hunt at 1:00pm
Enjoy an entire family- Egg Hunt, obstacle courses, face painting, games, activities, and more on Saturday, April 19, 11AM-1PM @ Lake Mayer Community Park in Savannah.
*Egg hunt for ages 5 and under, 6-8, and 9-11 begins at 11:30am with each age group having its own zone.
*Sensory-friendly Station is an inclusive area that is designed to ensure all get to join in on the fun.
Just sign up for your age group or the Sensory-Friendly Zone on Ticketleap!
Free & open to the public. Register for tickets here or arrive between 10:30-11am to register in person for the egg hunt age group(s).
Egg hunt start time: 11:30am
Age Zones: – Ages 5 & under – Ages 6-8 – Ages 9-11 10k Eggs with prizes
Selfie Station & Easter Bunny
Face painting
Sensory-friendly station featuring: Fuzzy Therapy Horses,LLC
Unique games, prizes, snacks, and more!
Food Trucks ($)
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Free Family Easter Festival, Wednesday, April 16 @ The Salvation Army, Savannah
Bring your family to this mid-week Easter Family Festival on Wednesday April 16th for Food, Games and an Egg Hunt for children 12 & younger.
Everything is free!
The event will be held at The Salvation Army Community Center at 3000 Bee Rd. from 4:30-6:30PM.
Egg hunt for ages 10 years and younger followed by food and games for everyone! The Easter bunny will be available for photos, face painting, games, and food.
Bring the whole family for an egg-citing day filled with vendors, food, games, and fun!
