Family events in Mount Pleasant, SC

Bring your little explorer for pond-themed fun at Palmetto Islands County Park. Young children will enjoy hands-on nature activities, games, music, and art as they learn about plants and animals found in freshwater ponds. Kids will use dip nets to look for insects, fish, amphibians, and pond plants, then release what they observe.

At Flight Adventure Park - Charleston in North Charleston, The Elizabeth Gamble Foundation presents a community gathering focused on making a positive impact and open to participants from all counties. Complimentary haircuts will be available on site. A Business Park and a Kid Zone will also be set up to create options for families and community members throughout the event.

Celebrate Tax Free Weekend with family friendly fun at Tanger. The event features music, hands on activities, photo stations, entertainment geared toward kids, and craft making that adults and children can enjoy together. It is an opportunity to finish the back to school shopping list or simply mark the end of summer with a festive outing. Shoppers can also take advantage of Tax Free Weekend savings at Tanger stores while enjoying the festivities.

This two hour, mile and a half walk explores downtown Summerville, including Azalea Park, sharing stories of local history, long kept scandals, heartbreaking tragedies, and spine tingling ghost tales. Admission is required for ages 13 and up. Children ages 10 to 12 may attend at no charge. Guests under 10 are not permitted.

Part of the Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series at James Island County Park, this installment spotlights Mystic Vibrations and fills the park with classic roots reggae energized by a contemporary flair. Settle in on the lawn with a chair or blanket and enjoy the open-air setting. Admission is per vehicle, with advance tickets priced at $20 per car and day-of entry at $30 per car if capacity remains. Up to 15 people may arrive in the same vehicle as long as everyone comes together. Gold Pass members receive complimentary entry by presenting the pass at the gate, receipts are not accepted, passes are not sold on-site, and admission is not guaranteed if the event sells out. Food, beverages, and souvenirs will be available for purchase, and alcoholic drinks are sold with valid ID. Guests may bring chairs, blankets, and tables. Outside alcohol and coolers are not permitted. Leashed dogs are welcome. The concert takes place rain or shine and refunds are not issued for inclement weather. Smoking, vaping, and tobacco use are prohibited. Please have the QR code from your confirmation email ready for scanning at entry. Accessible parking and restrooms are available. Routes from parking may be on grass, gravel, or pavement, and the concert area is on grass. A KultureCity accessibility tent will offer sensory bags and a UbiDuo device, and a quiet space is available in the Picnic Area.

An anxious playwright with severe writer’s block must finish a murder mystery while an audience waits, or risk the anger of The Director. As he writes, the suspects and sleuths he imagines materialize to crack the case, and he begins to suspect they might be after him instead. Mystery fans can jump into some of the wackiest roles or simply watch and follow the clues in this quick-witted comedy. The Black Fedora offers clean live theater aimed at big laughs, with playful volunteer parts for family and friends. Appetizers, desserts, and drinks are available. The show is described as family friendly, with guidance noting it is not recommended for children 8 and under in one place and not recommended for those 6 and under in another. Located a half block from the City Market. Tickets are $32.

Fresh flavors and local treasures come together at the Summerville Farmers Market, a lively open air marketplace featuring farmers, growers, artisans, and specialty food vendors. Nut Time Snacks will be serving hot, fragrant pecans, cashews, and almonds roasted on site, along with a wide variety of creamy fudge, crisp pickles, and warm soft pretzels. Free samples make it easy to taste before you buy. Arrive hungry and head home with something you did not know you needed.

Paddle to Cat Island on the upper Wando River for a relaxed day of exploration and fossil hunting. The island offers a sandy shoreline for lounging and a compact maritime forest to wander, and its beaches are known for frequent shark tooth finds. Participants meet at Paradise Island Boat Landing half an hour before the tour begins, then use the tide to travel to the island while learning about local wildlife and the area’s history. Time ashore includes lunch, relaxing, swimming, beachcombing, and a brief guided nature walk for those who are interested. About an hour is spent on the island before the tide turns for the return paddle, and the full outing lasts roughly four to five hours. Bring lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, and clothing and footwear suitable for paddling and beach conditions. Advance booking is required online or by calling 843-697-2075. Pricing is 75 dollars for adults, 55 dollars for children under 12, and 35 dollars for those bringing their own boat.

Top Dawg Tavern’s annual Family Day is happening with a full lunch-time lineup for families. Enjoy meet and greet photos and autographs with Ariel and Woody from Toy Story, plus activities like a coloring contest, paint pixie face painting, and Carol’s balloon art. Kids meals are also available every day for $6, and they come with a kids drink and ice cream.

A community back to school backpack drive offers free backpacks packed with school supplies to support students as the new year approaches. Families can also enjoy free hot dogs and popcorn, and kids can take a turn on a giant bounce slide for extra fun. Quantities are limited and items will be given out while they last.

Charleston County School District hosts the fourth annual Serving the Unhoused at the convention center. There will be free food, access to resources and support, fun activities for children, and giveaways, including a refurbished car.

Celebrate the start of a new school year at Palmetto Scholars Academy with a campus gathering that features meet and greets with the Cross Country and Volleyball teams, Kona Ice alongside other local food trucks, a three point shooting contest with cash prizes, and a cornhole tournament with cash prizes. Attendees can purchase Phoenix Club memberships, pick up new PSA merchandise, and support student athletes through donations. This event welcomes students, families, alumni, and community supporters to connect and share in the school spirit.

Set out on a two hour, 1.5 mile walk through downtown Summerville, with a route that includes Azalea Park, and hear stories of local history alongside accounts of buried scandals, heartbreaking tragedies, and lingering ghost lore. Pricing applies to participants 13 and older, children ages 10 to 12 may come free, and guests younger than 10 are not allowed.

Here Be Books & Games hosts an in-store game night featuring open access to its board game library and a growing puzzle selection. Admission grants use of more than 400 games, ranging from timeless favorites to recent releases, casual picks, thematic adventures, and strategy challenges. The game collection is shelved in the Gate Room, and puzzles are located under the TV in the Dragon Room. Upon arrival, check in at the counter and sign the guest book. Capacity is limited. Entry is $5, or $7.50 with one drink and one snack included.

American Legion Post 21 hosts a relaxed coffee gathering that brings together veterans, service members, families, and community members to connect. Attendees can enjoy a cup of coffee, share stories, ask questions, and get to know the veterans in their area. Whether you served, have family who served, or simply want to show support, this friendly setting focuses on conversation, listening, and a warm welcome... with coffee and sometimes a donut.

This family-focused event features a simple offer. For each All-Access Pass purchased, one complimentary youth pass is included for a guest younger than 18.

Dive into in-store gaming at Here Be Books & Games with a relaxed day of play. Admission is $5 and covers a drink, a snack, and access to the Game Library. You can swap the snack for a drink or trade the drink for a snack if you prefer. The library features more than 400 titles, from classics to new releases, including casual, thematic, and strategy options, all arranged on the shelves in the Gate Room. When you arrive, check in at the counter and sign the Guest Book. You are also welcome to pitch in with whatever is currently underway in the Dragon Room.

Eliza's inside Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant hosts a free, family friendly team trivia event where groups test their knowledge while enjoying food and drinks. Prizes are awarded, adding extra excitement to the competition.

Designed for homeschool families, this climbing session at Coastal Climbing Gym blends movement and learning through bouldering that promotes problem solving, strength, confidence, and teamwork. A day pass includes shoe and chalk rentals, so beginners and experienced climbers can get started right away. No reservation is needed. Check in and let students learn through activity and adventure.

A blocked playwright races to complete a murder mystery while a full house looks on, all under the glare of an exacting Director. With every line he drafts, his imagined suspects step into the spotlight to hunt for the culprit, and he begins to worry that the danger might be aimed at him. Audience members can volunteer for some of the zaniest roles or simply sit back and track the clues in a witty send‑up made for mystery fans. The Black Fedora presents this as a clean, laugh-filled live show with opportunities for family and friends to get in on the fun, and appetizers, desserts, and drinks are available. It is described as family friendly, with guidance that the production is not suggested for children 8 and younger, and the venue generally advises against attendance for children 6 and younger. Located a short stroll from the City Market. Price is $32.