Art Start: Stroller & Toddler Tour @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Thursday, June 18 | 10:30am

Jepson Center, Savannah

Pre-registration is encouraged. Register here.

$5 per child | Adult Members – FREE | Non-Members – $12

Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special gallery tour, and a curated art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore The World of William O. Golding inside CAM (Children’s Art Museum) with us! Learn more here.

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CAM Art à la Carte

Every Wednesday, All Summer | 10:30am-12pm

Jepson Center | CAM (Children’s Art Museum)

FREE for Members of with General Admission

Join us every Wednesday for family drop-in art activities inspired by our new CAM exhibition The World of William O. Golding. Enjoy a different nautical art activity in the CAM family lounge each month!

June Activity:

Sailor Hats and Crafts- Decorate your sailor’s hat, learn how to tie a knot, and decorate your own treasure chest!

Learn more here.

New! FREE admission to the CAM Art à la Carte program for parents and caregivers with toddlers and young children receiving SNAP benefits (please show EBT card at our front desk).

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Artful Tales: Storytime in CAM at Jepson Center | CAM

Every Friday | 10:30-11am 

FREE for members & with general admission

Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime every Friday at 10:30am in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center.

This program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting.

Details here.

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Drop-In Studio @ Jepson Center

Every Saturday & Sunday | 10am – 2pm 

FREE for members & with general admission

Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative mediums such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books & more. Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter: June 10

Find Savannah fun for kids in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letters.

Read it here.

Subscribe for free here.

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Event Calendar

Find things to do with kids in Savannah & the Coastal Georgia-SC area in SouthernMamas.com Event Calendar.

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Mom & Mini Candle & Scent-Making Experience in Savannah & Hilton Head

Little hands, big memories.

Join Sea Love Savannah and Sea Love Hilton Head for Mom & Mini Mondays all June & July long!

Enjoy a special on the Sea Love candle-making experience and spend quality time creating something meaningful together.

When mom enjoys a a scent-making experience, her child gets their small candle making experience for 50 percent off.

Mondays in June & July 2026 11AM-5PM

Book here for Savannah.

Book here for Hilton Head Is.

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The Scent Your Body Experience

More about the body scent-making experience

A guided, elevated scent journey where you’ll work one-on-one with a Senior Certified Scent Stylist® to create a custom fragrance designed to be worn. Thoughtful, personal, and deeply sensory,  this is fragrance as self-expression.

Select your Top Note, Heart Note, and Bottom Note, and create a fragrance that is uniquely you! 

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Weekly Model UN coaching with Haas Academy in Savannah

The Haas Academy for Social Studies Model UN cohort for the 2026-2027 school year is opening up to inquiries and registration.

The season goes from August through January, meeting every non-holiday weekend Saturday from 10AM-noon at the historic Trinity United Methodist Church in Downtown Savannah.

The Model UN season ends with a January conference so that the Haas Academy for Social Studies can shift into AP exam tutoring from February-May.

Currently, we anticipate the two conferences we will attend will be Georgia Tech’s conference October 4-6 and University of Georgia’s conference in January.

Reach out if you’re interested. We would love to have you.

Email haasmax92@gmail.com or call 904-377-1650.

Learn more here.

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Summer Camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler

Summer is almost here and registration is officially OPEN for summer camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler .

There are 7 different summer camp themes available to choose from. Space is limited.

Camps are for children ages 5-10.

Sign up online here.

Camps include:

Edible STEAM Camp, June 1-5. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Can You BUILD It? Camp June 15-19. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Mad Science Camp June 22-26. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Big Wide World Camp June 29-July 3. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

ART-tastic Camp July 13-17 . 9AM-Noon. Register here.

CMOP Explorers Camp Jul y 20-24. 9AM-Noon. Our CMOP Explorers Camp offers an all day option until 3PM. Register here.

Just Pure FUN Camp! July 27-31, 9AM-Noon. Register here.

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Toddler Thursdays at Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Take time to check out the new Toddler Thursdays craft & storytime program @ Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

Thursdays June 25, July 30, August 27 and September 24: 9:30-10:30AM. Theme: pollinators.

For children ages 1-4.

Registration required. Sign up here.

Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.

Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission.

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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.

See the schedule above. Find details here.

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Indoor Friday toddler playdates this summer in Rincon, Savannah

Perfect summer active activity when it’s too hot to be outside: Friday toddler playdates at Savannah Sharks in Rincon, Savannah.

Fridays, 9AM-10:20AM and 10:30AM-Noon.

Active play all summer long.

No pre-registration required. Just drop in.

Savannah & Rincon locations.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics in Savannah, Richmond Hill

Looking for a pediatrician? Check out this parent review of SouthCoast Health, which has locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, and Rincon.

Learn more here.

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Alsies of Coastal GA Ice Cream Truck June calendar is filling up fast. But it’s not too late.

Snag your spot and let the Alsies Ice Cream Truck or Cart roll in with sweet treats for your crew with zero cart fees all month!

Reserve now via the Alsies booking page here.

Call / Text: 912-349-9733

Email: coastalga@alsies.com

Let’s make your June event the sweetest yet!

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Horse Camp at Red Gate Equestrian Center

Red Gate Farms Summer Equine Camp is the perfect way to get kids ages 6–12 off their screens and out on the farm this summer.

Families can use coupon code SOUTHERNMAMAS26 for $60 off weekly camp.

Campers enjoy:

·         Daily riding lessons

·         Horsemanship skills

·         Basic horse care

·         Arts and crafts

·         Games and outdoor fun

·         Popsicles every day

Each week also includes special themed highlights:

·         Monday: Carriage scavenger hunt

·         Tuesday: Tie dye camp shirt

·         Wednesday: Paint the pony

·         Thursday: Show prep

·         Friday: Horse show, pizza, and pool party

Dates we have a few openings left are June 15^TH, 22^ND, 29^TH; July 13^TH, 20^TH, 27^TH.

Weekly runs Monday through Friday and Daily is available on Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Camp runs each day from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

Ages 6-12 years old.

Weekly: https://www.rideredgate.com/weeklycamp

Daily Camp: https://www.rideredgate.com/dailycamp

Daily Packages: https://www.rideredgate.com/campplans

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Puppet Show at the JEA Savannah

The Ant is coming. The Grasshopper is coming. Are you?

Families raising children in the Jewish traditions are invited to join PJ Library for a fun-filled puppet show featuring The Ant and the Grasshopper at 11AM Sunday July 12th at the JEA.

Children will enjoy an engaging performance while learning about kindness, sharing, and welcoming others. We look forward to gathering with our PJ Library community for this special family event!”

RSVP here.

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Kindermusik Monday Night Class in Bloomindale, near Pooler

Spaces available in Monday 6:30PM Little Stars class with Kindermusik!

Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano in Bloomingdale for a free introductory visit this week with your 0-7-year-old.  Text “free visit” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.  

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Discount code for $60 off Savannah summer horseback-riding camp

Red Gate Farms Summer Equine Camp in Savannah is the perfect way to get kids ages 6-12 off their screens and out on the farm this summer.

Campers enjoy:

·         Daily riding lessons

·         Horsemanship skills

·         Basic horse care

·         Arts and crafts

·         Games and outdoor fun

·         Popsicles every day

Each week also includes special themed highlights:

·         Monday: Carriage scavenger hunt

·         Tuesday: Tie dye camp shirt

·         Wednesday: Paint the pony

·         Thursday: Show prep

·         Friday: Horse show, pizza, and pool party

It is the kind of summer fun that gets kids outside, trying something new, making friends, and coming home tired in the best way.

Camp runs May 25 through August 7 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM in Savannah.

Families can use coupon code SOUTHERNMAMAS26 for $60 off weekly camp.

Register here.

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Summer STEAM Wednesdays with Chatham County Extension 4-H at Savannah Children’s Museum

This summer, Chatham County Extension 4-H will host a special series of hands-on STEAM programs at the new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum.

Designed for students ages 10-12, with older youth welcome, these interactive sessions explore science, nature, genetics, conservation, and environmental education through engaging activities and discovery-based learning.

Sign up for individual sessions or the complete program series.

Included with museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

Limited spots available. Pre-registration required.

To RSVP: ahart@chsgeorgia.org or 912-651-4292

Program Schedule

Wednesday, June 17 | 1–2PM

Inherited Traits : Students will learn about acquired and inherited traits and explore simple genetic tools, including Punnett squares.

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Wednesday, July 1 | 1–2PM

Pollinators: Students will discover the importance of pollinators in our environment and ways we can help protect them.

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Wednesday, July 22 | 10–11AM

Plant Identification: Students will learn how to identify plants using characteristics such as leaf type and flower structure.

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Wednesday, July 29 | 10–11AM

Endangered Animals and Habitats: Students will explore endangered species native to Georgia and learn how conservation efforts can help protect them.

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Wednesday, August 5 | 10–11AM

The Incredible Journey: Students will learn about the water cycle, watersheds, and the movement of water through the environment.

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Savannah Children’s Museum

Summer hours at Savannah Children’s Museum outdoor section start Wed. May 27th.

Summer Hours Begin Wednesday, May 27th
• Wednesday-Monday: 9AM-2PM
• Tuesday: Closed (reserved for big groups)

Memorial Weekend 2026 Schedule:
• Open Sunday, May 24th
• Open Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day
• Closed Tuesday, May 26th
• Summer hours officially begin Wednesday, May 27th

Train rides next door at Georgia State Railroad Museum:
• hourly, 10AM-3PM Wednesdays-Sundays plus on Memorial Day

The new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum will continue its year-round hours: 9AM-3PM daily.

Come for a summer of play, exploration, and hands-on learning indoors and outdoors with your family! 

Details here.

Daily Summer Themes

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Kindermusik classes in Bloomindale near Savannah

Visit a free music class with your 0-7 year old and come see why Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has placed in top 5% of programs worldwide for three years in a row.

We have a beautiful facility, ample parking, caring and experienced teachers who love children and music, and are passionate to see your child thrive.

First class is free, plus you get a free gift after visiting! For more info, text “free class” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com.  

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler

Summer Special!

Between now and August 31st, you can take advantage of a budget-helping reduction of tuition for your first 90 no matter when you start before the end of the promotion.

This applies for our littlest walker all the way through our 6th grade class.

Apply via the links on each page and mention the promotion when you speak to the leadership team to set up your adjusted account.

Then, see what an amazing year your child will have at Advanced Academics Academy!

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics

Is your student athlete ready to hit the field, court, or track?

SouthCoast Health Pediatrics in Richmond Hill is proud to host a Sports Physical Clinic on Saturday, June 27, to help families check this important item off their summer to-do lists! 

Learn more and schedule a clinic appointment.

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5-day Savannah teen intro to dance camp in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District

All of City of Savannah Department of Cultural Resources youth and teen summer camps are now full, but a few spots remain in this last one: Teen Dance Camp for rising 7-12th graders!

Savannah Teens, get ready to tendu, pivot turn, groove, and boogie! This 5-day camp for rising grades 7th-12th will get you up and moving as you explore five different dance genres. No dance experience needed to move through each day in warmups, across the floor combinations, and choreography. Discover the art of Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Jazz, and Hip Hop!

Visit bit.ly/cacteendance to learn more and register today!

Registration takes place on CivicRec. You will need to create an account and add your teen to the account to register them. The camp takes place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. 

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4th of July 2026 Neighborhood Parade, Hull Park, Savannah

Event Name: 4th of July Neighborhood Parade
Time: 10AM-1PM
Location: Hull Park

Join us for the 3rd Annual 4th of July Neighborhood Parade at Hull Park!

Hosted by the Midtown Savannah Parents Group and our AMAZING local volunteers and sponsors, this is THE community event you don’t want to miss!

Show off your patriotic spirit with costumes and decorations to compete for the titles of Best Bike or Wagon, Patriotic Pet, Most Creative Costume and Best Group Costume! There will be food trucks, but don’t forget to bring your own picnic for after the parade.

FREE registration kicks off at 9:45 AM under the pavilion. Line up starting at 10:15 AM and the parade kicks off at 10:30 AM sharp – but remember, NO MOTOR VEHICLES ALLOWED!

Grab your red, white, and blue and let’s celebrate like it’s 1776!

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Summer 2026 Kids Happenings in Savannah: Sunday Matiness at Lucas Theatre for the Arts

Family friendly favorites on the big screen all summer long at Lucas Theatre for the Arts in Savannah’s Historic Distrct.

And best of all, kids 12 and younger receive FREE admission!

Get your tickets now at scadboxoffice.com.

Tickets for the film are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military; and $8 for the general public. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission.

My Neighbor Totoro: Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Jumanji, Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Kpop Demon Hunters, June 21 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

The Little Mermaid, July 12 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Shrek, Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

Anastasi, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

The Incredibles, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.

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Cheap summer kids’ movies have become a summer tradition over the years. That tradition continues for this Summer 2026 with the following cheap weekday morning kids’ movies.

Here are the 2026 Savannah-area summer kids’ movies schedules:

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Pooler

Summer Kids’ Movie Series 2026 @ Royal Cinemas in Pooler

$2 Admission – $2 Popcorn – $2 Drink — $2 M&M & Skittles Minis

Movie starts at 10AM

Doors open at 9:15AM

Groups more than 30 by reservation only. Please email royalcinemasimax@gmail.com

The 2026 Royal Cinemas cheap summer movie line up is: 

• Smurfs: June 2 & June 4
• The SpongeBob Movie: June 9 & June 11
• KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & June 18
• The King of Kings: June 23 & June 25
• Dog Man: June 30 & July 2
• How to Train Your Dragon: July 7 & July 9
• The Bad Guys: July 14 & July 16
• A Minecraft Movie: July 21 & July 23
• David: July 28 & July 30

Summer Kids’ Movie Series @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas

Every Tuesday and Thursday @ 10AM in July 2025 @ GTC Pooler Stadium Cinemas. Sensory Friendly shows will be available for all films. All movies rated PG

$2 admission $2 popcorn/drinks/candy

sensory-friendly screenings included.

Movie starts at 10AM. Doors open at 9:15AM

Pooler Cinemas, 425 Pooler Pkwy, Pooler, GA 31322

The 2026 GTC cheap summer movie line up is:

• The Bad Guys: June 2 & 4
• Smurfs: June 9 & 11
• KPop Demon Hunters : June 16 & 18
• Dog Man: June 23 & 25
• Sing: June 30 & July 2
• GOAT — July 7 & 9
• The Pout-Pout Fish: July 14 & 16
• The SpongeBob Movie: July 21 & 23
• David: July 28 & 30

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Savannah

NCG Summer Camp Film Festival 2026 @ NCG Cinema Savannah in Victory Square shopping center on Skidaway Road.

$2 tickets. Add a Kids Mini Combo for $5 with your ticket.

Movies are at 11AM on the dates listed below.

Tickets are on sale now and they go FAST.

NCG Summer 2026 lineup includes:

Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, June 7-11, 11AM Showtime

KPop Demon Hunters- Sing-A- Long: June 14-18, 11AM Showtime

The Bad Guys 2: June 21–25, 11AM Showtime

Charlie the Wonderdog: June 28–July 1, 11AM Showtime

Hotel Transylvania 3: July 5–9, 11AM Showtime

Sing: July 12–16, 11AM Showtime

Goat: July 19–23, 11AM Showtime

The Wild Robot: July 26–30, 11AM Showtime

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Bluffton SC

Summer Kids Movie Series @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.

Wednesdays at 9:30am, June 1 through August 6. 

See the Summer 2026 schedule here.

$1.75 movies 9:30AM Wednesdays @ Cinemark in Bluffton SC.

Located in: Berkeley Place 106 Buckwalter Pkwy, Bluffton, SC 29910

$1 OFF deals on kids’ snack packs and any size popcorn & drink combos during Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes. 

Cinemark 2026 Bluffton cheap summer’s movie line up is:

• Paddington (2015) — June 1–4
• Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) — June 8–11
• KPOP Demon Hunters Sing-Along — June 15–18
• Shrek Forever After — June 22–25
• The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants — June 29–July 2
• A Minecraft Movie — July 6–9
• Dog Man — July 13–16
• How to Train Your Dragon — July 20–23
• The Bad Guys 2 — July 27–30
• Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie — August 3–6

Free Juneteenth Family Day 2026 in Savannah

Saturday, June 13, Juneteenth Free Family Day returns to Telfair for the 19th year

Free admission to the Telfair Academy and Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters awaits local residents. Explore the new exhibition, Roots in the Rushes: African American Basketry of the Lowcountry and take part in activities and demos throughout the afternoon.

Specialized Juneteenth tours at the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters will pay tribute to Black craftsmanship and the impact it’s had on the nation.

Investment provided by the Americana Foundation and the City of Savannah.

Details here.

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JEA Camp Savannah 2026

Register for JEA Camp Savannah

With brand-new themes, exciting field trips, and nonstop fun, this summer is shaping up to be our BEST one yet!

From action-packed adventures to creative activities and unforgettable camp traditions, there’s something for everyone. Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait .

See what JEA Camp Savannah is all about here.

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Swim Lessons at JEA Savannah

Welcome to 2026 Summer Swim at the JEA.

Swim School, Jr Swim, and Private Lessons help every swimmer build skills, confidence, and have fun in the water!

Spots fill fast, register today online here.

JEA members enjoy 20% off all swim programs

Curious about membership? Stop by anytime for a tour and see what JEA has to offer you this summer!

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