Grit Counter at 3438 W. Montague Ave. in North Charleston is fast-casual Southern comfort food with huge kids portions, grit flights, and a smash burger with a cheesy grit ball — right behind the Coliseum. Our family’s most-requested restaurant.
From Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia to three apple orchards in Hendersonville, NC, plus an aviation-themed stop in Greenville on the way home, this three-day fall road trip from Charleston has a lot to love.
Camping during spooky season can be a magical experience, especially when the campground itself gets in on the fun activities! From costume contests and site-decorating competitions to pumpkin carving, trick-or-treat trails, and even full-weekend festivals, many campgrounds near Charleston transform into Halloween wonderlands each October.
between school, work, and everything in between, figuring out what’s for dinner can feel like one more thing on the to-do list.
We get it—our kitchens feel the same way.
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.
Charleston, South Carolina, is world-famous for its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and culinary scene. But for families with toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), the Holy City is also a living classroom.
Whether your little one learns best through tactile play, marine discovery, prehistoric fossils, or open-air exploration, Charleston offers a rich variety of age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences.
Looking for outdoor movies near Charleston?
Grab a blanket, pack your favorite snacks, and enjoy a family movie under the stars! From Kiawah Island to Summerville, several communities host free outdoor movie nights throughout the year. We’ve rounded up the confirmed 2026 outdoor movie events, plus a few annual favorites that are expected to announce their fall schedules soon.
Sky Top Orchard has been welcoming the public since 1980 and helping families make core memories for generations. Here’s why we love them and what to expect when you visit this beautiful and fun orchard!
Right in the middle of Charleston Harbor rests a massive aircraft carrier called the USS Yorktown, one which you and your kids are welcome to tour and even sleep aboard! The USS Yorktown is flanked by other historical, climb-aboard gems like the USS Laffey Destroyer, as well as several aircraft, a Vietnam memorial exhibit, and a Medal of Honor Museum. Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is like the game of Battleship, come to life.
Vicious Biscuit in Mount Pleasant, SC serves oversized buttermilk biscuits, a Jam Bar kids obsess over, and family-friendly brunch daily from 7am. Here’s our honest family review.