Kidding Around Columbia

26/10/2025

🍁 Looking for a quiet, shady spot to soak in the fall weather? Guignard Park in Cayce is a hidden gem just off Blossom Street — and it’s perfect for autumn walks, nature play, and outdoor exploring with kids.

Here’s what we love:
🍂 Leaf-covered paved trail (3 laps = 1 mile!)
💦 Natural stream — still fun for toe-dipping on warm days
🛝 Small playground + ping-pong table (BYO paddles)
🎨 Hidden wood carvings to find along the path
🐾 Dog-friendly & stroller-friendly

It’s peaceful, shaded, and just minutes from the Riverwalk, Zesto, and EdVenture — perfect for a laidback fall day.

Check comments to plan your visit!

🍁 Have you visited Guignard in the fall? What did your crew love most? Tell us below! 👇

25/10/2025

Did you know there’s a mini outdoor adventure zone just minutes from downtown Columbia? 🌿 Harbison State Forest is packed with nature, discovery, and kid-friendly fun—perfect for a screen-free weekend outing.

Here’s what you can do:
🌳 Wander trails for all ages (yes, there’s an ADA-accessible one!)
🔍 Hunt for geocaches hidden in the woods
🎣 Cast a line at quiet fishing spots
🐾 Bring your dog—they’re totally welcome
🎓 Try tree ID or explore the Discovery Trail
🪵 Check out the old sawmill, log skidder & fire tower for a history hit
🌱 Don’t miss the Backyard Wildlife Habitat right behind the Park Office!
💡 Tip: Turn it into a scavenger hunt with your phone's GPS or step tracker!

Want to explore something new and educational without driving far? This one’s for you.
Map + details: 🔗 in comments

👇 Been there? Tell us what your kids loved most!

The South Carolina Forestry Commission

24/10/2025

🎉 FREE Playtime on Thursday! 🎉

Our Halloween Playtimes are FREE next week!
Bring your little ghosts and goblins in costume for a fun, safe morning of gymnastics and play.
🕷️ Don’t forget to register — link’s in the comments!

24/10/2025

Know someone in need of food support in the Columbia, SC area? We’re here to help share resources. ❤️ Many Midlands families are facing tough times — but our community shows up. From local food pantries to churches and nonprofits, there are places offering free groceries, meals, and support.

Here’s a list of food banks, pantries, and programs helping right now:
https://kiddingaroundcolumbia.com/food-banks-resources
Please share with someone who may need it.

Our list is being updated so please check back often and tell us about any you find so we can add them too.

24/10/2025

☀️ Ready to soak up some sunshine and get those kids moving? We’ve got your outdoor play plans covered! 🛝🌳

🚨 SAVE THIS POST for the next sunny day—because when the weather warms up, you’ll want this guide handy!

Our Playgrounds & Parks Guide lets you search by what works best for YOUR family:
🔸 Stroller-Friendly Parks
🔸 Popular Local Playgrounds
🔸 Toddler & Preschool-Friendly Spots
🔸 Big Kid Adventure Parks
🔸 Unique & Hidden Gem Parks
🔸 Splash Pads

Whether you're chasing shade, planning a picnic, or finding a new favorite place to play—we’ve made it easy. 🧺💦

👉 Start exploring now:
https://kiddingaroundcolumbia.com/parks-playgrounds-columbia-sc

💬 What’s your family’s go-to park or playground in Columbia? Tag it below—we love discovering local faves! 👇

24/10/2025

This REAL Off-the-Vine Pumpkin Patch is under 2 hours from Columbia!

We visited the beautiful Bush-N-Vine this weekend to get our fall pumpkins and enjoy a little time on the farm.

🎃 FREE admission
🎃 LOTS of pumpkins on the vine
🎃 FREE kids' play area with a corn pit, swings, & more
🎃 Farm cafe with donuts, treats, and hot dogs

Get the full story at the link in the comments.

Bush-N-Vine Farm

23/10/2025

🍂 Camping. S'mores. Canoe.
Orchard Lake Campground in Saluda, NC is the fall weekend your family’s been dreaming about! Add in apple picking at nearby orchards, cozy campfires, and kid-approved activities (hello mini golf and boats), and you’ve got a memory-making mountain trip.
📍 Easy drive from the Charleston coast, Charlotte, Greenville, and Columbia (anywhere Carolinas).
🎃 Full weekend itinerary + orchard recs at link in comments

23/10/2025

What if, and hear us out, someone already put together a list of all the Halloween events, trunk-or-treats, and fall festivals in Columbia for you? 🎃👻

𝗛𝗲𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁!
https://kiddingaroundcolumbia.com/guides/halloween

23/10/2025

Check this out!

Consignor registration is officially OPEN for our Spring 2026 Cola Kids Consignment Sale!

Clean out those closets and turn your kids’ outgrown clothes, toys, and gear into cash. It’s just $5.99 to register!

✅ Earn more by pricing your own items
✅ Shop early before the public
✅ Support a local event that gives back to the community

Head to www.ColaKidsConsignment.com and register today!

23/10/2025

Don't throw out those pumpkins this year! Instead do this ⬇️

Friendly reminder 📣!
When you’re all done with your non painted pumpkins, please donate them to our animals! They LOVE them! I will be setting up a date or two in November where I will gladly pick them up in Lexington and surrounding areas
🤗🎃🧡

23/10/2025

Ahoy, mateys! 🏴‍☠️ We found an adventure your kids won’t stop talking about — and yes, it includes treasure hunts, water cannon battles, and pirate names like “Cannonball.”
The Pirates of Charleston family cruise sails May through October and turns your kids into full-on pirates aboard a real wooden ship. We laughed, we got soaked, we shouted “ARRGH!” a lot — and we’d totally do it again.

Here’s what’s on deck:
🗺 Pirate maps + treasure hunts
💦 Real water cannon battles
⚓ Pirate school + silly songs
🎉 Onboard celebration with treasure and diplomas

Tickets: $39/person (everyone over 1 needs a ticket!)

📍 Launches from 11 Ashley Point Dr, Charleston, SC