Things to Do With Kids in Charleston (January 2025)

Welcome to January! Here’s a look at all of the fun things to do with kids in Charleston this month!

Here are some other guides you may find handy!

*Please note – While we make every effort to crosscheck current links and event details on our guides, we always encourage you to do the same before making final plans. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can correct them. 

January 2025 Events

Dec
31
New Year’s Eve Drone Show and Flip Flop Drop
New Year’s Eve: Tuesday, December 31 Join us for Folly’s first-ever New Year’s Eve Drone Show starting at 7pm. A spectacular, family-friendly drone show featuring dozens of drones painting your
Dec
31
Wild Dunes New Year’s Eve Glow Party
Ring in the New Year with a dazzling night of fun for the whole family! Join us for a vibrant Neon Glow Party where we’ll light up the evening with
Jan
1
Bee City Zoo’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
The zoo will be open during the day and with normal admission rates. Come early, enjoy the zoo, and stay to watch the zoo transform into a wonderland of lights.
Jan
1
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
1
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
1
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
1
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
1
Folly Beach Polar Bear Plunge
We will pay homage to one of Charleston’s funniest residents, Bill Murray! The Polar Bear Plunge rounds out the weekend of New Year festivities on Folly Beach. The annual plunge
Jan
1
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
1
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
1
Kid Tours: Raising Rice
Carolina Gold is not actual gold—it’s rice! Learn all about this important cash crop. Create art with rice, use a mortar and pestle to remove rice shells, and explore how
Jan
1
STEAM Club (ages 6-12)
Explore and experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in this interactive club. Space may be limited.
Jan
2
Bee City Zoo’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
The zoo will be open during the day and with normal admission rates. Come early, enjoy the zoo, and stay to watch the zoo transform into a wonderland of lights.
Jan
2
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
2
Baby Story Time At Mount Pleasant
A storytime for our tiniest readers and their caregivers, with song and movement! Ages birth to 1 year.
Jan
2
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
2
Storytime Adventures
Step into the enchanting world of Storytime Adventures at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry! This program invites young minds to embark on a journey through the magic of storytelling,
Jan
2
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
2
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
2
Toddler Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join our Children’s Team as we celebrate the joy of toddler stories, songs and play. Ages 1-3 years.
Jan
2
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
2
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
3
Bee City Zoo’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
The zoo will be open during the day and with normal admission rates. Come early, enjoy the zoo, and stay to watch the zoo transform into a wonderland of lights.
Jan
3
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
3
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
3
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
3
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
3
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
3
James Island Town Market
The James Island Town Market is held on the first Friday of each month at the James Island Town Hall from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  There will be vendors,
Jan
4
Bee City Zoo’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
The zoo will be open during the day and with normal admission rates. Come early, enjoy the zoo, and stay to watch the zoo transform into a wonderland of lights.
Jan
4
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
4
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
4
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
4
Family Story Time At Edisto
Storytime Every Saturday at 11 a.m. Books, Activities, Songs and Crafts to promote early literacy.
Jan
4
Park Bend January Market
The Park Bend first market of the year will be Saturday, January 4th from 10:30-2pm! Come out and support local!
Jan
4
Family Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Read, talk, sing, write, and play your way to early literacy excellence at our interactive Storytime! Ages birth-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
4
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
4
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
5
Bee City Zoo’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
The zoo will be open during the day and with normal admission rates. Come early, enjoy the zoo, and stay to watch the zoo transform into a wonderland of lights.
Jan
5
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
5
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
5
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
5
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
6
Home for the Holidays
Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens! From December 6 to January 6, join us for our special Magnolia House tour: Home for the Holidays!
Jan
6
Baby Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate.
Jan
6
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
6
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
6
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
6
Baby Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (ages 0-2 with
Jan
6
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
6
Folly Family Story Time
We will read stories, sing songs, and practice early literacy skills through different activities. This program is designed for ages 0-5, meant to encompass whole families.
Jan
6
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
6
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
6
Hot Cocoa & S’mores for Kid’s Night
January 31st is Hot Chocolate Day ☕ but for Kid’s Nights we’re breaking out a custom Hot Chocolate Bar early PLUS…. S’MORES!! Everything you need to feel warm and cozy
Jan
7
Baby Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate. Recommended for children
Jan
7
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
7
Toddler Story Time
Come share stories, songs, rhymes, and more with us and support your child’s developing skills.
Jan
7
Preschool Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy stories, poetry, music and crafts that reinforce early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
7
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
7
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
7
Toddler Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Enjoy a variety of action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes. These activities provide a fun environment for toddlers to exercise important motor skills and practice using their
Jan
7
Family Story Time at McClellanville
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, & making! Storytime is for all ages (with a caregiver present), building literacy skills and encouraging a love of books and reading.
Jan
7
Preschool Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join us for a smorgasbord of music, stories and movement! Ages 3-5 years.
Jan
7
Preschool Story Time
Hurd/St. Andrews Library – Enjoy stories, songs, movements, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills.  Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
7
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
7
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
8
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
8
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
8
HiSTORY in the Galleries: Earthquake
Learn all about earthquakes in this brand-new program suited for ages 2 to 4! Join Museum Educators in the galleries of The Charleston Museum as they read stories about the
Jan
8
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
8
Baby Story Time
Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun.
Jan
8
Baby Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Sing songs, and enjoy rhymes and movement. Ages 0-24 months with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
8
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
8
Toddler Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
8
Preschool Story Time at Main Library
Main Library– Discover books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills that incorporates early literacy practices of reading, singing, writing, talking, and playing at this energetic storytime.
Jan
8
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
8
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
8
Kid Tours: Raising Rice
Carolina Gold is not actual gold—it’s rice! Learn all about this important cash crop. Create art with rice, use a mortar and pestle to remove rice shells, and explore how
Jan
8
STEAM Club (ages 6-12)
Explore and experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in this interactive club. Space may be limited.
Jan
9
Baby Story Time At Mount Pleasant
A storytime for our tiniest readers and their caregivers, with song and movement! Ages birth to 1 year.
Jan
9
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
9
Storytime Adventures
Step into the enchanting world of Storytime Adventures at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry! This program invites young minds to embark on a journey through the magic of storytelling,
Jan
9
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
9
Preschool Story Time
Join us for a storytime designed to promote school readiness and success as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more.
Jan
9
Toddler Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays for kids ages 24-36 months with a caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the
Jan
9
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
9
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
9
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
9
Toddler Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join our Children’s Team as we celebrate the joy of toddler stories, songs and play. Ages 1-3 years.
Jan
9
Baby Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by baby playtime. Geared towards children ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Jan
9
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
9
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
10
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
10
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
10
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
10
Teen Homeschool History Day: Preserving Charleston
History is all around you in Charleston thanks to the work and passion of several women. Learn all about architecture and the preservation movement in the 1920s that saved Charleston’s
Jan
10
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
10
Grand Re-Launch Party!
Flight Adventure Park has been re-imagined and we are excited to welcome you to our new one of a kind indoor adventure park! Don’t miss your chance to meet a
Jan
11
PWAC Student Exhibition
The Public Works Art Center’s yearly Student Art Exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for students from all over the tri-county area to showcase their artwork in the gallery. All students,
Jan
11
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
11
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
11
Family Story Time At Edisto
Storytime Every Saturday at 11 a.m. Books, Activities, Songs and Crafts to promote early literacy.
Jan
11
Family Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Read, talk, sing, write, and play your way to early literacy excellence at our interactive Storytime! Ages birth-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
11
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
11
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
11
Mex 1 Rail Jam
Mex 1 Snowboard Rail Jam is BACK! Get ready to send it! The highly anticipated Mex 1 Snowboard Rail Jam is back from a year-long hiatus and ready to bring
Jan
11
Winter Wonderland
 Kick off the first EVENT of 2025 with Winter Wonderland. Happening on Saturday, January 11th, 5 pm-8 pm at Central Creek Park. Activities Include: Live Ice Sculpture Demonstration Balloon Animals Face Painting Magician Pony Rides Inflatables...
Jan
11
Winter Wonderland
Kick off the first EVENT of 2025 with Winter Wonderland. Happening on Saturday, January 11th, 5pm-8pm at Central Creek Park. Activities Include: Live Ice Sculpture Demonstration Balloon Animals Face Painting
Jan
11
Skate Party!
Join us for a night of fun! Open to the community. Bring your own skates. Admission is $5/skater and free for those not skating. Concessions will be available for purchase
Jan
12
CML Superstars!
The Children’s Museum is open from 10:00am – 12:00pm on the second and fourth Sundays of every month exclusively for children with special needs and their families to visit the
Jan
12
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
12
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
13
Baby Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate.
Jan
13
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
13
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
13
Baby Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (ages 0-2 with
Jan
13
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
13
Folly Family Story Time
We will read stories, sing songs, and practice early literacy skills through different activities. This program is designed for ages 0-5, meant to encompass whole families.
Jan
13
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
13
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
14
Baby Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate. Recommended for children
Jan
14
Toddler Story Time
Come share stories, songs, rhymes, and more with us and support your child’s developing skills.
Jan
14
Preschool Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy stories, poetry, music and crafts that reinforce early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
14
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
14
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
14
Toddler Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Enjoy a variety of action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes. These activities provide a fun environment for toddlers to exercise important motor skills and practice using their
Jan
14
Family Story Time at McClellanville
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, & making! Storytime is for all ages (with a caregiver present), building literacy skills and encouraging a love of books and reading.
Jan
14
Preschool Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join us for a smorgasbord of music, stories and movement! Ages 3-5 years.
Jan
14
Preschool Story Time
Hurd/St. Andrews Library – Enjoy stories, songs, movements, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills.  Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
14
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
14
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
14
Hot Cocoa & S’mores for Kids
January 31st is Hot Chocolate Day ☕ but for Kid’s Nights we’re breaking out a custom Hot Chocolate Bar early PLUS…. S’MORES!! Everything you need to feel warm and cozy
Jan
15
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
15
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
15
Baby Story Time
Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun.
Jan
15
Baby Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Sing songs, and enjoy rhymes and movement. Ages 0-24 months with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
15
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
15
Toddler Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
15
Preschool Story Time at Main Library
Main Library– Discover books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills that incorporates early literacy practices of reading, singing, writing, talking, and playing at this energetic storytime.
Jan
15
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
15
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
15
Kid Tours: Raising Rice
Carolina Gold is not actual gold—it’s rice! Learn all about this important cash crop. Create art with rice, use a mortar and pestle to remove rice shells, and explore how
Jan
15
STEAM Club (ages 6-12)
Explore and experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in this interactive club. Space may be limited.
Jan
16
Baby Story Time At Mount Pleasant
A storytime for our tiniest readers and their caregivers, with song and movement! Ages birth to 1 year.
Jan
16
Storytime Adventures
Step into the enchanting world of Storytime Adventures at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry! This program invites young minds to embark on a journey through the magic of storytelling,
Jan
16
Homeschool History Day: Lowcountry Safari
Journey through the Natural History Hall spotting creatures that live (or lived) in the Lowcountry. This safari will take you through time as you learn about animals that lived millions
Jan
16
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
16
Preschool Story Time
Join us for a storytime designed to promote school readiness and success as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more.
Jan
16
Toddler Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays for kids ages 24-36 months with a caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the
Jan
16
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
16
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
16
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
16
Toddler Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join our Children’s Team as we celebrate the joy of toddler stories, songs and play. Ages 1-3 years.
Jan
16
Baby Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by baby playtime. Geared towards children ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Jan
16
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
16
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
16
Summerville Dream | Third Thursdays
On the third Thursday of each month, Historic Downtown Summerville transforms into a special marketplace featuring local entertainment, craft vendors, and artisans to complement the extended hours of our eclectic
Jan
16
Oyster Roasts @ the Bull!
It’s that time of year again—Oyster Roast season at Bohemian Bull is back! Join us every 3rd Thursday from November to February for $20 buckets of fresh, local oysters, live
Jan
17
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
17
Homeschool Co-Op Enrichment Program
A well-rounded outdoor educational experience that facilitates interest based learning through outdoor exploration, STEM activities, crafts, story times, and imaginative play. Program will encourage teamwork and group activities, critical thinking
Jan
17
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
17
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
17
Fortnite Fridays
Drop in every Friday for weekly Fortnite casuals! Relax with friends, or improve your skills leading up to the monthly tournaments! Every Fortnite Friday will have a unique set of
Jan
18
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
18
Taste of Folly
Center Street will be closed on “Savory Saturday” and taken over by Folly establishments to serve up their best dishes and exhibit their skills through live demonstrations. What’s an event
Jan
18
Family Story Time At Edisto
Storytime Every Saturday at 11 a.m. Books, Activities, Songs and Crafts to promote early literacy.
Jan
18
Fairy House Day
Kids of all ages are invited to join us for the greatest, tiniest building project ever! Fairy houses and gnome homes are made from non-living, natural items, such as twigs
Jan
18
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
18
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
18
Winter Wonderland Cookie Decorating Class
Get ready to join us at Frothy Beard Brewing Company on January 18th from 3-5 pm for a fun cookie decorating class! Whether you love to bake or just want
Jan
19
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
19
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
19
Beats of Brazil with Porto Seguro, Alva Anderson and Michael O’Brien
Embark on a musical journey to the vibrant streets of Brazil with Porto Seguro and guest artist, Michael O’Brien. O’Brien will add Brazilian folk percussion instruments to the mix including
Jan
20
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
20
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
20
Baby Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (ages 0-2 with
Jan
20
Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point
Experience Winter Magic at Charleston Harbor Resort’s with Synthetic Ice Skating on the Point! Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with festive fun
Jan
20
Bike Rodeo
Dorchester County Emergency Medical Service has partnered with MUSC and Safe Kids to host a bike rodeo at DuBose Middle School. Bikes and helmets are required. Some equipment will be
Jan
20
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
21
Baby Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate. Recommended for children
Jan
21
Toddler Story Time
Come share stories, songs, rhymes, and more with us and support your child’s developing skills.
Jan
21
Preschool Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy stories, poetry, music and crafts that reinforce early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
21
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
21
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
21
Toddler Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Enjoy a variety of action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes. These activities provide a fun environment for toddlers to exercise important motor skills and practice using their
Jan
21
Family Story Time at McClellanville
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, & making! Storytime is for all ages (with a caregiver present), building literacy skills and encouraging a love of books and reading.
Jan
21
Preschool Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join us for a smorgasbord of music, stories and movement! Ages 3-5 years.
Jan
21
Preschool Story Time
Hurd/St. Andrews Library – Enjoy stories, songs, movements, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills.  Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
21
Tech Tuesday
Introducing Tech Tuesday at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, where young minds can dive into the exciting world of technology! Every Tuesday at 1 pm, children will have the
Jan
21
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
22
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
22
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
22
Baby Story Time
Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun.
Jan
22
Baby Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Sing songs, and enjoy rhymes and movement. Ages 0-24 months with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
22
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
22
Toddler Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
22
Preschool Story Time at Main Library
Main Library– Discover books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills that incorporates early literacy practices of reading, singing, writing, talking, and playing at this energetic storytime.
Jan
22
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
22
Kid Tours: Raising Rice
Carolina Gold is not actual gold—it’s rice! Learn all about this important cash crop. Create art with rice, use a mortar and pestle to remove rice shells, and explore how
Jan
22
STEAM Club (ages 6-12)
Explore and experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in this interactive club. Space may be limited.
Jan
22
Kid’s Cocoa & S’mores Night
January 31st is Hot Chocolate Day ☕ but for Kid’s Nights we’re breaking out a custom Hot Chocolate Bar early PLUS…. S’MORES!! Everything you need to feel warm and cozy
Jan
23
Baby Story Time At Mount Pleasant
A storytime for our tiniest readers and their caregivers, with song and movement! Ages birth to 1 year.
Jan
23
Storytime Adventures
Step into the enchanting world of Storytime Adventures at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry! This program invites young minds to embark on a journey through the magic of storytelling,
Jan
23
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
23
Preschool Story Time
Join us for a storytime designed to promote school readiness and success as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more.
Jan
23
Toddler Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy age appropriate stories, flannelboard and finger plays for kids ages 24-36 months with a caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the
Jan
23
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
23
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
23
Toddler Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Talk, sing, read, write, and play in our weekly Storytime specifically for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
Jan
23
Toddler Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join our Children’s Team as we celebrate the joy of toddler stories, songs and play. Ages 1-3 years.
Jan
23
Baby Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by baby playtime. Geared towards children ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
Jan
23
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
24
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
24
Homeschool Co-Op Enrichment Program
A well-rounded outdoor educational experience that facilitates interest based learning through outdoor exploration, STEM activities, crafts, story times, and imaginative play. Program will encourage teamwork and group activities, critical thinking
Jan
24
Checkout Challenge
Embark on an exciting shopping adventure with our Check-Out Challenge program at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Designed for young explorers, this interactive experience transforms our grocery store exhibit
Jan
24
Indoor Movie Night
No need to bundle up for this indoor, cozy movie night! Come to the Recreation Complex on Friday, January 24th for a showing of Monsters Inc. inside the gymnastics gym!
Jan
25
Pirate & Princess Day
Immerse yourself in a day of pirate & princess fun! Dress up in your favorite outfits and witness the museum being taken over by pirates & princesses for the day.
Jan
25
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
25
Family Story Time At Edisto
Storytime Every Saturday at 11 a.m. Books, Activities, Songs and Crafts to promote early literacy.
Jan
25
Family Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Read, talk, sing, write, and play your way to early literacy excellence at our interactive Storytime! Ages birth-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
25
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
25
Lowcountry Stargazers Public Observing Night
Join the Lowcountry Stargazers for a night of public observing of the night sky featuring a chance to view 5 planets all in one evening. Free public observing and program
Jan
26
West Ashley Cars and Coffee
Charleston’s largest , longest running Cars and Coffee is the last SUNDAY of the month!You don’t want to miss this EPIC Automotive Event!This Automotive Event has been voted the #
Jan
26
CML Superstars!
The Children’s Museum is open from 10:00am – 12:00pm on the second and fourth Sundays of every month exclusively for children with special needs and their families to visit the
Jan
26
Winter Market
Our next market at the brewery is on Sunday, Jan 26th from 1-5pm! This is a free, family and dog friendly event featuring:  30 local vendors selling wide variety of
Jan
26
Full Steam Ahead
Children are invited to explore STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts through Art! Children use both their creativity and analytical skills to tackle STEAM projects. From painting with robots,
Jan
27
Baby Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate.
Jan
27
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
27
Let’s Move
This interactive program is designed to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination. Focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle, this program combines fun
Jan
27
Baby Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (ages 0-2 with
Jan
27
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
27
Folly Family Story Time
We will read stories, sing songs, and practice early literacy skills through different activities. This program is designed for ages 0-5, meant to encompass whole families.
Jan
27
Art Room Surprise
Join CML staff for a guided exploration of a new artistic media or process each week. We’ll try our hands at different kinds of painting, drawing, mixed media, and more!
Jan
28
Baby Story Time at Keith Summey North Charleston
Just for babies and their caregivers! Designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver with songs, rhymes, a book and plenty of movement that’s developmentally appropriate. Recommended for children
Jan
28
Toddler Story Time
Come share stories, songs, rhymes, and more with us and support your child’s developing skills.
Jan
28
Preschool Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Enjoy stories, poetry, music and crafts that reinforce early literacy skills. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
28
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
28
Toddler Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library – Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun and support your child’s developing skills (ages 2-3 with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
28
Toddler Story Time at Main Library
Main Library – Enjoy a variety of action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes. These activities provide a fun environment for toddlers to exercise important motor skills and practice using their
Jan
28
Family Story Time at McClellanville
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, & making! Storytime is for all ages (with a caregiver present), building literacy skills and encouraging a love of books and reading.
Jan
28
Preschool Story Time At Mount Pleasant
Join us for a smorgasbord of music, stories and movement! Ages 3-5 years.
Jan
28
Preschool Story Time
Hurd/St. Andrews Library – Enjoy stories, songs, movements, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills.  Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Jan
28
Tech Tuesday
Introducing Tech Tuesday at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, where young minds can dive into the exciting world of technology! Every Tuesday at 1 pm, children will have the
Jan
28
Family Story Time at John’s Island
John’s Island Library- Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun (all ages with adult). Space may be limited.
Jan
29
Playnastics
Tumbling and gymnastic open gym at Goose Creek Recreation. Mondays: 1-5 year olds Wednesdays: 5 and up
Jan
29
Early Connections
Our youngest visitors (ages birth – 3 years) and their grown-ups are invited to join us for special programming each week designed to strengthen connections between the child and grown-up
Jan
29
Baby Story Time
Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun.
Jan
29
Baby Story Time At Bees Ferry West Ashley
Sing songs, and enjoy rhymes and movement. Ages 0-24 months with caregiver. Space is limited. Visit the Children’s desk upon arrival to receive tickets for the program.
Jan
29
Family Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Ages 11 and under welcome, with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Jan
29
Toddler Story Time
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

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