Maurice’s Piggie Park BBQ

Maurice’s Piggie Park BBQ: A Midlands Favorite for Classic SC Barbecue

If your family loves classic South Carolina barbecue, Maurice’s Piggie Park BBQ has been feeding locals for generations. With multiple locations across the Midlands, it’s an easy go-to whether you’re heading out for a casual family dinner or grabbing takeout after a busy day.

We visited the Irmo location and found it to be clean, spacious, and easy for families—always a win when dining out with kids!

The Shack in Chapin, SC

The Shack: A Family-Friendly Spot with an Awesome Outdoor Space

If you’re looking for a place where great food meets a fun, laid-back atmosphere for the whole family, let us introduce you to The Shack! While the restaurant itself opened about a year ago, they just opened their outdoor space—and it is awesome!! Rachael visited with her family and she’s got all the details for you below.

BOHO Links

BoHo Links: A Fun, Family-Friendly Golf Spot in Chapin, SC

If your family is looking for something new and fun to try near Lake Murray, BoHo Links in Chapin is definitely worth adding to your list! This newly opened golf center has a little bit of everything—mini golf, a par 3 course, a driving range, and even a restaurant on-site—making it an easy spot to spend a full afternoon or evening together.

Summer festivals in Columbia SC

7+ Family-Friendly Summer Festivals in Columbia, SC

Now, the weather has warmed, school is almost over, and already it’s festival season! If you’re looking to get out in Columbia and build memories and experiences this summer, festivals can be a great way to dip your toes in something new. Columbia has festivals year-round, but here are some family-friendly festivals coming up to take in this famously hot season.

Farmers' Market in Columbia, SC: Farmer's Markets to visit

Eat Local! Best Farmers Markets: Columbia, SC

Are you looking for opportunities to support local farmers, artists, crafters, and musicians? Do you enjoy going to farmers’ markets? Whether you’re in need of great places to purchase fresh, locally grown produce, unique artwork, baked goods, or even fresh flowers, we’ve got several places for you! Below, we’ve got a list of the best farmers’ markets in and around Columbia!

Car seat trade in program Target

Trade-In Old Car Seats for Coupons: 2026 Target Car Seat Trade-In

Do you have an old car seat to trade in? If you’ve got an old car seat around collecting dust, you can trade it in at Target or Wal-Mart for coupons or gift cards. Read on to learn how these programs work. The Target car-seat trade-in event is coming up September 12-25, 2021!

Strawberry picking: Columbia, SC

Strawberry Picking: Columbia, SC’s Berry U-Pick Farms

Ready to pick your own strawberries in Columbia, SC? You have a lot of options when it comes to U-pick strawberry picking. Columbia, SC has several nearby farms where you can pick your own berries or just pick up a gallon or two of pre-picked berries.

Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia Zoo, Columbia, SC

10 Tips For the Best Day at Riverbanks Zoo: Columbia, SC

Are you planning a trip to Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC? With over 2,000 animals spread across 170-acres there is so much to explore, learn and do! We will share all of our tips, what to expect and how to prepare for your day of wild, memorable fun!

EdVenture

Learn and Play at EdVenture: Columbia, SC

Have you visited EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia, South Carolina? This museum is the perfect combination of hands-on play and educational fun for your family! Keep reading as we will share all the tips and info you’ll need to make your trip perfect!

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