Getting back into the swing of things for a new school year is no joke. It is hard. The early mornings, the bus schedule, the lunch packing, the homework, the extracurricular sports, the chalkboard first day or school photos. It can be overwhelming, which is why we turned to the most knowledgeable group of people we know to ask for tips: our readers.
With a bevy of online shops at the stroke of our fingertips at anytime, anywhere, we sometimes need to be reminded that there are a variety of brick-and-mortar stores right in our own backyard. Columbia is booming with a large variation of locally-owned children’s stores that will surely satisfy even the most fastidious shopper. From toys to shoes, to classic and even modern clothing, there’s something for everyone…just around the corner.
Are you ready for the fall festival season in Columbia, SC? State fairs, Halloween celebrations, and pumpkin spice everything all to the backdrop of color-changing leaves make the season so special. These events are a wonderful way to mingle with the community while making memories with your family. Check out our list of fall festivals near Columbia that celebrate all the wonderful things the season has to offer!
O’Hara’s Public House in downtown Lexington, SC is a family-friendly Irish pub known for fish and chips, prime rib, bangers and mash, and a covered outdoor patio. Plus: the only dedicated Pittsburgh Steelers bar in Columbia.
Civilians are welcome at Fort Jackson’s Palmetto Falls Water Park in Columbia, SC! At $17 per person it’s one of the best summer values in the Midlands. Here’s what families need to know before they visit: civilian entry, slides, lazy river, food, and inclement weather tips.
Dodo N Jeans in downtown Camden, SC is a paint-your-own pottery studio perfect for all ages. Indoor, air-conditioned, and open Tuesday through Saturday. Birthday parties and parents’ night out available.
518 Smokehouse in Chapin, SC is a family-friendly BBQ spot with slow-smoked meats, farm-to-table sides, covered pond-view cabanas, kids eat free Wednesdays, and dollar wings Mondays. About 25 minutes from downtown Columbia.
Are you looking for this to do this month or weekend in Columbia, SC? There is so much for your family to enjoy, from special events and children’s programming to theatre shows and sporting events. We gathered all of the best family-friendly events happening this month near you!
Are you or anyone you know expecting a baby and looking for a personal and unique ultrasound experience? Or perhaps you’re looking for maternity clothing or the perfect baby gift. At Sneak A Peek Boutique you can do it all in one place!
Have you checked out Blackstock Battlefield in Enoree, SC? One of the benefits of living in South Carolina is the chance to bring history to life by visiting the hundreds of historical sites across the state. We’ve visited Musgrove Mill State Historic Site many times, as it covers all the bases for my kids: Revolutionary War battlefield to explore, Tyger River trail to hike, and Horseshoe Falls to cool down in. But did you know Musgrove Mill manages a second battlefield?