The best things to do in Florence

“Traces Golf Club & Shankers Grille packs 27 beautiful holes plus a solid driving range, perfect for chasing birdies or sneaking in stress relief. Voted Best Course in the Pee Dee, it brings a relaxed vibe and an easy post-round bite at Shankers, which is the midweek reset you deserve.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Olde English Trail Golf Club made golf fit your schedule with a flexible 14 hole layout, nine up north and five down south, right here in Florence. Family owned with Tom Jackson roots, plus reopened Trinity Zoysia greens on the North Nine that roll pure. Grab a buddy and get a round in this week.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Round up your smartest friends this week, then prove it inside Locked Inn Escape Rooms, South Carolina’s first escape room experience, where you get 60 minutes to unravel creepy-cool mysteries across four themed adventures like The Winchester, House On Hill Road, Carnival of Wonders, and Deadland’s Corner Store.”

From the Florence newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Florence Center keeps the calendar stacked with concerts, expos, and hometown moments, and this week it’s literally cooler inside with Summer Ice Skating on August 14 and 15. Grab your crew, glide a little, then keep an eye on the lineup for Pee Dee Outdoor Classic and Power Comicon.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Florence County Museum is serving up thoughtful exhibits like Revelations: The Art of Leo Twiggs alongside Southern Visions and the Pee Dee History Gallery, so you can nerd out on local culture without leaving town. Keep an eye on their calendar for studio workshops and family days that actually sound fun.”

From the Florence newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Florence Country Club blends a Donald Ross-style 18-hole golf experience with tennis and pickleball clinics, a resort-style pool, and state-of-the-art fitness, then keeps the good times going with Southern-classic dining and lively social events.”

From the Florence newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Julia Cinemas is the no drama choice for a weeknight watch, with showtimes posted for Sunday, August 23 through Thursday, August 27. Grab a comfy seat, a bucket of popcorn, and let a couple hours on the big screen reset your brain from Florence life.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 20, 2026

“This week, check out The Country Club of South Carolina, an Ellis Maples designed championship course with over fifty years of history that still plays friendly for every skill level. Roll a few on the practice facilities, then celebrate at 35 South or Tee's Bar & Grill... you earned it.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Indoors amusement park featuring a bowling alley and miniature golf course, plus laser tag.”

“Glass Slipper Solutions sends beloved princesses, superheroes, and mascots straight to your kid’s party for storytime, mini makeovers or face paint, superhero training, dancing, and photos, complete with sweet parting gifts and even a little coronation moment.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 15, 2026