The holiday season is in full swing. If you’re looking for a big dose of holiday cheer, visit Downtown Greenville. It's lit and packed with festive activities and holiday backdrops at every turn. The best part? Most activities are free and perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
The playground right outside the Greenville Zoo has always been one of our favorite stops during family outings. Whether we were visiting the zoo, exploring the Swamp Rabbit Trail, or just enjoying a day outdoors, we always found time to stop and play. And now, this family favorite has a whole new look and has gotten a whole lot more exciting! The brand-new zoo-inspired playground at Cleveland Park is officially open, and it's packed with fun features for kids of all ages!
Looking for a good scare around Greenville, SC?! Here's a haunted house in Mauldin that turns its ground into a ghastly graveyard you won't soon forget. With every eerie Halloween prop known to the world, plus a few that ain’t, it will scare the living daylights out of you!
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Looking for a fun family outing in Greenville that works no matter the weather? Whether it's a rainy day, a chilly afternoon, or a hot summer day when you need a break from the sun, the indoor aquatic center at the Kroc Center Greenville is a great option for families with young children.
With a zero-entry pool, indoor water slide, and interactive water play features, it feels more like a mini water park than a typical community pool.
You know those trips where the kids are happy, the parents are relaxed, nobody is asking “what are we doing next?” every five minutes… and somehow the day just flows? That’s exactly what Hilton Head Island felt like for us. One minute we were walking under giant live oaks beside a lighthouse, the next we were exploring hidden boardwalks through the marsh, the next playing tag with water, and somehow we still ended the day at a pirate ship playground by the water.
Tucked away in Florence County, Lynches River County Park is one of those places that completely blows you away. Honestly, we’ve been to so many parks over the years, but this one just hit different the second we parked. It has this incredible 147-foot treetop canopy walk right through the forest, plus a newly updated splash pad that kids absolutely love. It is definitely not your average county park.
We found a hidden nature playscape in Spartanburg, SC. On a quick pit stop after church, we stopped by Hatcher Garden to stretch our legs and enjoy a spring walk—and it turned into such a great outing. We’ve been coming here for years and have watched the Children’s Garden slowly evolve—starting with the sand pit added in 2025, and now with so much more. On our last visit, we were honestly blown away by everything that’s been done.
Tucked along the May River, this little town is the kind of place you wander… and somehow end up loving every single corner of it. There’s something about Bluffton that feels softer. Slower. Like time isn’t rushing you along. Maybe it’s the way the moss drapes over the old oak trees, or how the sunlight filters through in that warm, golden glow you don’t quite notice anywhere else—but here, you feel it.
If you’re looking for a dreamy spring escape in South Carolina, this is it. Tucked away in Moncks Corner, Cypress Gardens transforms into a colorful wonderland in early spring, when azaleas, camellias, and dogwoods burst into bloom, adding soft pinks, whites, and reds to the peaceful blackwater landscape.
The holidays are the perfect time to get outside, and even with the weather being a little unpredictable, the Upstate is full of great spots for outdoor play. We finally made it to Brooks’ Playground in Greenville, SC, and it did not disappoint. It’s the city’s first fully inclusive playground, thoughtfully designed so every child can play, move, and explore at their own pace.
After years of anticipation, Columbia’s beloved Finlay Park has officially reopened — and the transformation is stunning. This newly renovated 18-acre urban park now blends natural beauty with modern play spaces, making it one of the best family-friendly destinations in the Midlands.
We love a good playground — but in the summer? We love a good playground with a splash pad even more. And when we stumble upon that perfect summer combo, you know we can’t keep quiet! South Carolina is packed with family-friendly gems, and one of our favorites is just a road trip away. In just 1.5 hours from Greenville, you’ll land at a spot that checks all the summer fun boxes — Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia, SC.
School’s out, summer is in full swing — and luckily, there’s a brand-new reason to head outdoors in Anderson, SC: Linley Park’s fully renovated playground is now open, and it’s better than ever!
Let me tell you about a little gem of a park. Don’t get me wrong—I adore Greenville’s big-name playgrounds. Unity Park? Love it. Runway Park at GMU? Always a hit. Herdklotz? Yes, please. But every now and then, we crave something quieter, smaller, and just a little bit different. A spot where the pace slows, the crowds thin, and toddlers can roam free without being trampled by older kids chasing each other like it’s recess.
If climbing, crawling, and soaring through the sky sound like your kid’s perfect day — this playground was built for them! This brand-new net adventure playground in downtown Woodruff, SC, is an absolute blast. From sky-high climbs and twisty slides to wild net tunnels that feel like a jungle gym in the clouds, it’s made for fearless little explorers.
Kid Venture 2.0 in Anderson, SC was already an amazing spot—and now it’s even better! With brand-new climbing elements, a treehouse, and a zipline, there’s so much more for kids to explore and enjoy. Plus, the splash pad will reopen later in May!
