Family events in Summerville, SC

PACK THE BACK 2026 is a community event by The Elizabeth Gamble Foundation at Flight Adventure Park - Charleston in North Charleston. It features free haircuts on site along with a Business Park and a Kid Zone. Attendees from all counties are welcome.

Start Tax Free Weekend at Tanger's Back to School Bash, a family-friendly afternoon featuring music, hands-on activities, playful photo spots, kid-focused entertainment, and creative crafts for all ages. It suits both shoppers checking off their back to school list and those simply celebrating the close of summer. While enjoying the festivities, take advantage of Tax Free Weekend savings at Tanger stores.

This two hour, roughly 1.5 mile stroll moves through downtown Summerville and includes Azalea Park. Along the way, participants explore the area’s history, lesser known scandals, tragic events, and eerie ghost stories. Pricing applies to ages 13 and up, children 10 to 12 attend free, and no guests under 10 are permitted.

Bring family and friends for a lively night filled with great music and plenty of laughs. Put your musical knowledge to the test for a chance to win prizes.

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.

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.

Celebrate the new school year at a free backpack drive that helps students gear up for class. Attendees can pick up backpacks filled with school supplies, then enjoy complimentary hot dogs and popcorn, plus a giant bounce slide for added fun. The atmosphere is family friendly with activities suited for all ages. Backpacks and supplies are available while supplies 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.

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.

This weeklong camp blends movement, learning, and fun for children ages 4 to 12, with both half-day and full-day options. The experience balances high-energy adventures with meaningful skill development in a safe, structured setting where campers can grow, explore, and thrive. Participants take on ninja warrior style obstacle courses, climb walls, and enjoy outdoor activities. Interactive demonstrations introduce nutrition and science in a hands-on way, while guided sessions focus on teamwork, perseverance, and leadership. Screens take a back seat so the day is filled with real-world play and discovery. With fresh themes each week and many opportunities to progress, campers build confidence, deepen friendships, and channel their energy in a supportive environment.

Share your favorite finds and creations at a community show and tell that welcomes all ages. Participants can set up their own table to display items and chat with visitors, and the event is open to the public. No registration is needed. Themes include rocks, gems, fossils, shark teeth, plants, and art, whether made by you or pieces you simply enjoy. Hosted at the Ashley River Branch.

Team Trivia offers a quiz night at Famulari's Pizzeria in Cane Bay that is suitable for families. There is no cost to participate, and teams can enjoy food and drinks while competing for prizes.

A returning favorite, trivia hosted by Cush from radio station 92.5 brings a fun challenge as part of a regular second and fourth Thursday entertainment lineup. It is free to play, family friendly, and offers prizes that include Luxe Bucks for a future purchase. Form a team and get ready for brains only competition with phones off limits. When the weather is pleasant the action sets up outdoors, and it moves inside if conditions are uncertain. For food and drinks, guests place their first order at a hosted counter and staff deliver it to the table. Parking runs along the back of the property in an L shape from the entrance, so use the wraparound spaces and avoid blocking traffic. Remember to tip the staff.