Discover a Cosmos of Family Activities in Greenville This Week!
In Greenville, South Carolina this week, summer’s final call echoes with a plethora of family-friendly, educational, and exciting activities. Grab your kids and adventure gear, and immerse yourself in a universe of happenings that promise to feed the curiosities of little explorers, bookworms, nature enthusiasts, and athletes alike.
Unfold Mysteries of the Cosmos at TCMU-Greenville!
The next stop for little astronauts is the ‘Explore Space’ event running through July 27 at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate (TCMU) in Greenville. Interactive programs enhance children’s understanding of space, helping them create foil moon paintings, participate in a Saturn Ring Toss, and construct constellation viewers. Unleash your child’s imagination as they learn about the moon’s phases and design their very own planet. Admission information can be found on the TCMU website.
Connect with Nature at Paris Mountain State Park!
Enjoy fun-filled yet enriching walks down Paris Mountain State Park’s Turtle Trail Naturalist Hike on July 26. Further engage your family with nature through an exciting Animal Signs Scavenger Hunt on July 27. Reservations and detailed information are available online on the Paris Mountain State Park website.
Amp up the Summer Olympics Fever!
On July 26 at 2 pm, the Hughes Main Library is set to host an engaging ‘Summer Olympics Party’, specifically tailored for children aged 12 and younger. Budding athletes can participate and revel in the spirit of this global event!
Books and Bubbles, A Perfect Afternoon Affair!
Foster your kids’ love for books while treating them to a delightful bubble time at ‘Books and Bubbles’ at The Bunny Hive in Greenville on July 26, at 3 p.m. No entry fee required but prior registration is advised.
Laser Days of Summer Revisit the Classics
Enjoy the nostalgia of classic hits at the Laser Days of Summer, featuring music from iconic artists like Tom Petty, Taylor Swift, The Rolling Stones, showtimes on July 26 and 27 at the Roper Mountain Science Center. Booking information can be accessed online.
Embracing Linguistic Diversity at Bilingual Story Time!
The Hughes Main Library offers a unique bilingual storytime. Immerse yourself along with your kids in English and Spanish tales on July 26 at 4:30 pm. The program caters to children seven years and under, accompanied by an adult.
End your week with the Young Entrepreneur’s Market!
On July 28, TCMU-Greenville is hosting the Young Entrepreneurs Market (YEM). TCMU’s collaboration with The Community Tap lets kids practice their entrepreneurial skills in a safe environment. Shoppers are welcome to purchase special services and hand-made items at the market, details of which can be found on the TCMU website.
Sneak peek into the following week
Looking further ahead, Greenville promises more events like the free-admission Lakeside Concert at Furman University on August 1 at 7:30 p.m. While on August 2, Paris Mountain State Park hosts the Creek Ranger Hike from 10 am to 12 pm. The Countdown to Kindergarten is also set for the same day from 5-7 pm on Magnolia Street.
All these rousing events, sights, and sounds are sure to provide an unforgettable end-of-summer week. So why wait? Dive headfirst into the fun-filled and educational experience that is Greenville, S.C., this week! Your summer memories are waiting to be created.
