Think racing sounds like a fun way to spend the day? The Speed Factory, Spartanburg, SC’s indoor karting facility invited Kidding Around out to see what they have to offer. We had a spectacular time pretending we were “fast and furious” during our visit, and you will be thrilled when you go yourself!
Thanks to Speed Factory Indoor Karting for providing admission so that we could bring this review to our readers.
(more…)Are you looking for a place to take your family for some creative fun? Hearts of Clay, right here in Spartanburg, is the perfect place for almost any occasion. It’s more than just a pottery studio, and we’re going to tell you why our family loves spending time there!
For over twenty years, families have been creating memories with Hearts of Clay (Formerly Flying Saucers). In that time this family-owned business has expanded to include glass fusing, canvas painting, and more.
A trip to Hearts of Clay is the answer whether you’re looking for some family fun time, gifts for family members, a fun place to host a birthday party, or even a place to bring the kids for a parent’s night out.
Our family has visited so many times, I don’t even remember the first time we went. Since that first time, we have celebrated my son’s fourth birthday there, commemorated every month of my daughter’s first year of life, and enjoyed a mommy and son date night. I even eat my morning cereal out of a Hello Kitty-inspired bowl I made there.
If you feel like you aren’t artistically inclined, you shouldn’t be intimidated. The pieces available range from beginner to intricate, and there’s always someone around to help. If you mess up, the glaze can be rinsed off and you can start over. Any age can have fun painting pottery, the glaze used is non-toxic and will not stain clothes. For the more artistically inclined you have the option to use the pottery wheel to “throw” your own piece to paint. Once your item is painted, you leave it behind to be kiln-fired and it’s ready in about a week. There are also pre-fired items that can be painted with acrylic paint if coming back is not an option.
If pottery isn’t your thing, they also offer canvas painting and other classes in the studio. The classes and events cost between $5-$12, and reservations are encouraged. I’m always looking for mom’s night out activities and canvas painting and margaritas, sounds like the perfect night!
Hearts of Clay also offers Kids events. With their convenient location, it’s the perfect opportunity to have a date night or get some holiday shopping done. You won’t have to worry about the kids, they’ll be fed dinner and get to create something. Reservations are required, and the cost is $5-$12 per child.
Home school families can register for the art enrichment classes offered once a month on Thursdays during the school year. These 60-minute classes cost $12 per child.
Preschool age children receive $2 off the item they paint as part of the “5 & under club” on Wednesdays.
If your church or school is looking for a fundraiser idea, Hearts of Clay can help with that too! They’ll include everything you’ll need to make pottery of your choice. This can even be utilized as just a fun activity for a large group. And a percentage of your cost will be donated to your school, church, or organization!
There are so many reasons to visit Hearts of Clay! I encourage you to check out the event calendar and head over to make some memories.
Visit the Hearts of Clay website.
Tuesday-Thursday 11 am – 5 pm
Friday-Saturday 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
660 Spartan Boulevard, Suite #20, Spartanburg
864.576.2228
Have you ever visited Hearts of Clay?
Have a few hours after school but unsure how to spend them? Local teen Brylan put together this list of school night outings that are perfect for teens. Whether you have one night without homework or many free evenings, you’ll find an idea or two that just might be exactly what you need this school year!
Also, check out our huge list of things to do with teens and our list of gift ideas for teens!
I’m completely able to relate to the desire to get out of the house and do something, but have little to no options for reasonable activities that will have me back home and in bed so I can get a full eight hours of sleep. Believe it or not, there are indeed some fun things you can do with friends or alone on a school night.
One of my personal favorites, every Wednesday night Upstate Swing hosts a swing dancing lesson from 7 pm – 8 pm and then has a night of dancing from 8 pm – 10 pm. It’s a great way to meet more people and such a fun way to set the tone for the rest of the week! Here’s the Upstate Swing link with details.
Haywood Mall closes at 9 pm, ensuring that you’ll be back at home at a reasonable time. Maybe it’s just me, but shopping helps me clear my head even if I don’t purchase anything.
Having an hour or so of exercise in places like Cleveland Park will help you clear your mind and feel great before enduring school the next day. The Swamp Rabbit Trail runs through Cleveland Park to Downtown Greenville.
If you find yourself nearly dying of boredom on a regular basis consider applying for a part-time job around town to fill up your schedule and make some extra money! See my article on part-time jobs for teens in Greenville here.
Check the news for the upcoming sports events and support your school! Most school calendars include athletic games so check your school, or visit another school.
This arcade/bowling alley/laser tag/escape room haven is super fun for students! Grab some friends and visit! Keep in mind that you have to book an escape room ahead of time.
There are several places in Greenville where you can harness up and go indoor rock climbing. It’s a great way to get your body moving so you can get a good night’s sleep or focus on homework. Some gyms even offer high school student climb nights. Check out these indoor climbing gyms near Greenville.
While the options for school night activities are few and far between, there are some reasonable mid-week activities that will help you get your mind off school for just long enough to feel refreshed and like you have a life outside of school and homework. If you find a night of freedom, take a step back from the chaos and enjoy an evening without stress. You never know when you’ll get another one.
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Do you have a favorite weeknight activity? Share it with us in the comments!
Interested in winning one month of tuition to one Dance Without Limits class? Scroll down to enter the giveaway!
Thank you to Dance Without Limits for sponsoring this article.
Dance is such a wonderful activity for any child (or adult) to get involved in because it helps to build confidence and character. Plus, making friends in the class is often a bonus!
At Dance Without Limits in Greenville (& new location in Simpsonville!), all of those benefits are multiplied several times over because this studio is more than a dance studio: it is a place where any child, no matter their ability, is welcomed with open arms. This stems directly from Beth Bradley’s own family upbringing and love of dance – and is a big reason why parents bring their children to Dance Without Limits year after year. This is DWL’s 10th Anniversary! It’s the perfect time to join the DWL dance family.
The 2025-26 season is Dance Without Limits’ tenth season of dance programs suitable for ages 18 months through adults. Kicking the anniversary season off on August 11th, DWL was excited to see students at their new second location in Simpsonville (680 Fairview Rd UNITS E-F Simpsonville, SC 29681)!
This fall, students are enjoying classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and acrobatics. Twinkle Toes is their adorable preschool program for ages 18 months to five years old and includes the sweet KinderStars program designed for students in K5 transitioning from preschool dance to more structured classes.
A program that has been at DWL for all nine seasons is the Limitless Friends program for students with disabilities. This is an important aspect of the studio’s mission and it’s because of Beth Bradley, the owner of the studio.
Beth is a pretty incredible lady. I’ve had the honor of interviewing her for my work with Kidding Around and getting to see her at awards shows in town because if there’s an award for dance studios, Dance Without Limits is going to be a contender.
But here’s why Beth decided to create a dance studio that focused on including kids of all ages and abilities: she’s the oldest of 18 kids. Fifteen of her siblings are adopted. And her parents specifically adopted children that often had some kind of limitations in their life.
“My parents felt called to adopt children that were a little bit more difficult to place; a lot of my siblings have disabilities, are from other countries, or were older when they came to us,” Beth said. “That really impacted how I see the world and how I view my role in the world.”
I don’t tear up often but when I first interviewed Beth and she told me this story, I nearly cried – on camera, no less. What an incredible family to come from and an even more remarkable way to honor her upbringing than to open a dance studio that seeks to include everyone.
Beth started dancing at only four-years-old and and teaching at 19 when she was in college. Dance has always been her love and opening up Dance Without Limits was the ideal way to bring her special perspective and passion for dancing to the Greenville and Simpsonville communities.
One of the highlights of Dance Without Limits is its KinderStars dance program designed specifically for children transitioning from preschool dance to more structured classes. These 45-minute combo classes in tap/ballet, jazz/lyrical, and acro/hip hop are tailored to 5-6 year olds, ensuring they build upon the strong dance foundation laid by the Twinkle Toes preschool program.
What sets KinderStars apart are the fun class elements integrated into each session, including props like Twinkle bears and streamers, obstacle courses, bubbles, and free dance. These elements not only engage young dancers but also foster creativity and enjoyment in learning dance.
Beyond children’s classes, Dance Without Limits offers a robust Adult Dance Program that appeals to moms (and anyone else interested) looking to stay active, have fun, and socialize in a welcoming environment.
Classes include hip hop, ballet, jazz, and tap, catering to a variety of interests and fitness levels. As soon as these classes were announced, I’m not gonna lie, I absolutely looked them up because I love, love, love dance. I met my husband during salsa dance lessons many moons ago and still love to shake my hips whenever I get the chance so the adult dance classes are very appealing. And even if you don’t have a shred of rhythm in your body, these classes are still really enjoyable and fun for adults.
No one is going to judge you here and everyone is encouraged to enjoy a new way to unwind and exercise while having fun and developing new skills at their own pace.
For those eager to join a Dance Without Limits class, registration for fall classes is currently open. Classes are in high demand, so interested individuals are encouraged to sign up soon to secure their spots.
If you’re not sure which class your child (or you) is interested in or fits into, Dance Without Limits offers a full week of trial classes for free. You’re welcome to put your child into as many classes within their age group or ability for a week as they wish. Same with adults. This trial period not only helps individuals find the classes that best suit their interests but also demonstrates Dance Without Limits’ commitment to ensuring a positive and fulfilling dance experience for every participant.
Additionally, Dance Without Limits doesn’t require their students to participate in recitals. They offer them if parents want to do that, but it is not required to be in the class. They also don’t have over-the-top or inappropriate costumes for their students. Everything is family-friendly and age-appropriate.
The best way to learn about a new dance studio is to talk to the parents who send their kids, right? So here are a couple testimonials from parents with kids at Dance Without Limits:
“We LOVE Dance Without Limits. The staff are incredibly kind and helpful and the teachers make the kids feel so loved and valued and seen! My girls have countdowns every week until dance day and have made such sweet friends there! We are grateful for DWL and that it’s become such a joyful place for our kids to grow.” – Meghan, dance mom
“Grateful to have finally found a dance opportunity for our 4 y/o daughter that feels like just the right fit. We love that it is non-competitive and the kids can participate in a showcase without having to be in competitions. Her teacher is patient, talented and kind. The space is clean and bright. And everyone is so relaxed and friendly at the studio. I love it when we go looking for something I think we’ll never find…and there it is right in our community! Highly recommended.” – April, dance mom
Dance Without Limits stands out in Greenville and Simpsonville not only for its diverse and engaging dance programs but also for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive dance community.
From nurturing young dancers through Twinkle Toes and KinderStars to providing a fun and fulfilling outlet for adults, the studio’s emphasis on creativity, skill development, and enjoyment is evident in every class. Whether you’re a parent looking to introduce your child to the joys of dance or an adult seeking a new fitness routine, Dance Without Limits offers something for everyone in a welcoming and encouraging environment.
For more information about classes, registration, and the one-week free trial, visit Dance Without Limits’ website and discover how dance can truly be limitless right here in Greenville and Simpsonville.
One Kidding Around reader will win one month tuition to one Dance Without Limits class. Enter once per day. Contest ends Sept 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST. Good Luck!
Looking for a fun, engaging, and educational event to share with your little ones? The beloved Lollipops Concert Series is back and better than ever for the 2025–2026 season! Hosted at libraries across Greenville County, these interactive musical storytimes bring beloved children’s books to life through music, performance, and imagination.
Your kids will get to hang out with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and Traysie Amick of the South Carolina Children’s Theatre. Each Lollipops concert is designed with preschoolers and young children in mind, but older kids and parents alike will enjoy the storytelling, rhythm, and creativity that these free events offer. With multiple performances at different library branches, it’s easy to find a date and location that fits your family’s schedule.
Looking for more things to do with young kids? Check out our Guide to Navigating Greenville with Babies and Toddlers!
These concerts are more than just music — they’re mini-performances filled with storytelling, cultural education, and musical appreciation. Each session connects young children to literacy through the arts, building excitement for both books and performances.
Whether you’re new to the series or a returning fan, the Lollipops concerts offer a wonderful way to explore local libraries, enjoy time together as a family, and ignite your child’s love for reading and music.
Learn more about the Greenville County Library System and all of their FREE programs!
Searching for “things to do with toddlers near me”? Working with a tight budget and looking for free things to do with your toddler in Greenville? We get it. You and your toddler can have a blast all around Greenville…and you can do it all for FREE!
Whether you want to go downtown, play outside, or visit a local bookstore, we can help you find something free to do!
Be sure to read our tips on Mice on Main for even more help.
Toddlers will love finding all the mice hidden on Main Street in downtown Greenville. Keep your toddler interested by having a plan before you go; I suggest already knowing where all the mice are. Read about the history and find some clues on the Mice on Main website.
Take digital pictures of your findings so you can retell the experience with your toddler. My little one loves to see herself in pictures and talk about what we did. Print these pictures at home or look out for free print codes at drugstores and you can create a book of your adventures.
You can purchase a fun picture book about the Mice on Main at the Mast General Store downtown Greenville or you can also find Mice on Main at the Greenville County Library.
When I first moved to Greenville, we found a new park every week to try out. Now, we have our amazing Guide to Greenville Parks! You can sort through our guide by location or desired amenity, like swings or shaded play space.
It is hard to just pick one that we love, but we’ve been visiting Heritage Park in Simpsonville every weekend lately. It is very shaded and has various physical levels of play.
Ready to hit the trails with your family? The Upstate and, if you’re willing to go a little further, western North Carolina offer oodles of free outdoor options for beginners and expert hikers alike.
Good intro hikes for my youngest child have been the Learning Loops at Lake Conestee Nature Preserve.
We’re also using this list of places that are perfect for hiking with toddlers and young children as a hiking bucket list.
If you’ve got more adventurous or older children, we’ve got you covered with our more comprehensive Guide to Hiking.
Get your toddlers out to play in the water while the weather is still warm. Greenville is home to numerous splash pads, swimming holes, and stomp-able creeks.
One of my family’s favorite swimming holes is Wildcat Wayside, which features a pool at the foot of a 10-foot waterfall. Just park along the road and this fun spot is just a stone’s throw from the road.
Check out Kidding Around Greenville’s Runway Park Scavenger Hunt. This online photo hunt for Runway Park is designed for young children 2-3.
The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile trail that begins in downtown Greenville and runs all the way into Travelers Rest. The Swamp Rabbit Trail website provides an interactive map that will allow you to find a place to begin with parking and where restrooms are located (did your toddler just say they needed a potty break?)
Find the perfect portion of the Swamp Rabbit Trail for your family with our Swamp Rabbit Trail Family Guide.
Our first time on the trail we began at the Swamp Rabbit Café and Grocery. The mile and a half that we did was both shaded and sunny and was full of people. I felt very safe and my toddler enjoyed seeing all the other people walking, running, and riding bikes.
We had a stroller and I’m very glad we did! Be on the lookout for some serious bicyclists. Most will announce (shout) that they are coming up behind you. Just be aware if you have a toddler that likes to “explore” and not stick right by your side.
Take your toddler on a Trolley ride all around downtown! The trolley runs from 4 – 11 pm on Fridays, 10 am -11 pm on Saturdays, and from 10 am – 8 pm on Sundays. The trolley makes approximately 20 stops on its route through downtown.
Check out the Downtown Trolley website for more details about the route. There’s even a trolley tracker app you can download to find the real-time location of the trolleys!
Being the parent of a toddler can be trying and we could all use some extra support sometimes. Maybe you are looking for advice, a shoulder to cry on, someone to share your prayers or joys with or some extra socialization for your toddler.
Facebook and websites like MeetUp are great resources for meeting other parents in the area that are looking to get together for some playtime fun! There are a variety of groups based on the area of Greenville you may live in or whether you stay at home, work, etc.
For some ideas of what groups our readers recommend, see our reader’s recommendations for best Mom Groups in Greenville.
And, of course, don’t forget to subscribe to the Kidding Around Greenville mailing list! Our weekly e-mails include news and info about events for families and a weekend planner that features top-notch events.
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This article was originally written by Lauren Lochel, and has been updated by the Kidding Around Team.
Are you looking for indoor things to do with preschoolers in Spartanburg, SC? If so, local mom, Juliet has some fantastic ideas of nearby indoor activities your preschooler will love! Check out her suggestions for indoor preschool hang-outs and let us know others in the comments.
Let’s face it, walking in a winter wonderland or enjoying a warm, sunny day sounds great in theory, but not so much with your spirited preschoolers in tow! If extreme weather has nixed your usual outdoor activities and the dreaded cabin fever has hit your household like a ton of bricks, check out these low-cost, indoor activities in Spartanburg that are perfect for preschoolers. Keep it handy for rainy days, too.
Designed for children aged 5 and under, The Children’s Museum of the Upstate – Spartanburg is a cozy venue for letting little ones burn off some energy and explore. In addition to interactive exhibits for preschoolers, padded and contained areas on each of the museum’s two levels are designed for infants to crawl or cruise around safely while parents can keep an eye on an older, more independent sibling.
The museum also has an active events calendar of drop-in events, such as Random Acts of Science, Open Art Studios, and Story Time & More. Admission is $5-15 and children under the age of six months get in free. Admission is also included with a TCMU membership.
Located on East Saint John Street in downtown Spartanburg, the John F. Green Spartanburg Science Center is a great way to spend a cold winter’s day. With interactive exhibits, a reptile room, and Legos galore, preschoolers can easily spend several hours playing, exploring new concepts, and observing nature.
Other exhibits include a robotic arm, a science mini-theatre with short films, and a 3-person Virtual Reality experience. Check out the Spartanburg Science Center website for current hours, admission fees, and holiday/summer camp opportunities.
Looking for some free entertainment for the kiddos? Look no further than the local Westgate Mall! An indoor play area- perfectly sized for little hands and feet to climb and jump- is located beside the Belk department store. Bring your extra quarters and send them around the tiny carousel nearby, too.
It’s rarely crowded during morning hours, and if you bring your stroller, you can even get in some fast-paced mall walking/exercise beforehand. Head to the food court for a special lunch treat or dessert afterward.
We all know how important reading is for preschoolers, and Spartanburg has great options when it comes to making reading fun. The Spartanburg Public Library Headquarters, located in downtown Spartanburg, has a fantastic setup of indoor play tables with puzzles, light boards, manipulatives, and drawing tables. Combine these self-paced play opportunities with a storytime full of songs, books, poetry, and the occasional puppet show, and you have a preschooler’s paradise.
Check out Spartanburg Library Events for ALL the storytimes available in the county! Most storytimes follow up with a special child-led playtime – think of carts of toys! If you only get books at Spartanburg County Library, you are missing out!
Every Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am -1 pm when Spartanburg District 6 schools are in session, Big Air caters to its littlest customers with their Toddler Time. Ages 6 and under have three hours to roam all of Big Air’s attractions without the intimidation factor of older children. Admission is $12 per jumper. Big Air even guarantees your little will play hard and nap harder!
Looking for activities to get out of the house AND socialization opportunities for yourself and your preschooler? Join a local moms club – where activities like indoor crafts, parties, and playdates are scheduled on a weekly basis, check out church groups for Bible studies or MOPS that are kid-friendly. Join a gym with a childcare center or sign up for a weekly preschool gymnastics or music class.
What’s your favorite indoor activity for your little ones?
For more things to do inside, see our Kidding Around Indoor Guide to Upstate, SC.
Have you been to The Kroc Center in Greenville, SC?
One of its key features is the kid-friendly heated indoor waterpark. Greenville, SC residents can also enjoy a lap pool, tennis, indoor basketball courts, a gym, soccer fields, and so much more when they visit the Downtown Greenville location. We have all the information you need to enjoy a day at The Kroc Center, or maybe even become a member.
So we all know the weather in the Upstate can be unpredictable. With cold winters, rainy springs, and hot sunny summers I was pleasantly surprised to discover an amazing place to bring the kids swimming no matter what the weather.
Not only is there an indoor heated pool (it’s heated to 80-82 degrees), but it is equipped with a playground structure with slides, water guns, and water pouring down in all directions for the kids to splash around in. The Kroc Center near downtown Greenville is a best-kept secret that I feel all moms with little ones need to know about!
The center also offers a multipurpose gym, fitness center, performance arts center, and so much more! As one of 26 locations throughout the US, The Kroc Center prides itself on maintaining a positive relationship with the Greenville community. The community center provides several programs to empower families and youth through specialized programs.
Sometimes, we all just need to escape the weather at an indoor waterpark. Greenville, SC has one at the Kroc Center! The Aquatics Center at The Kroc Center is not only a great indoor play place for kids, it’s perfect for kids of all ages. If you have a baby that isn’t walking yet they can enjoy the water too. With its beach-style entry including a rubber floor, the pool area is perfect for crawlers! And, here’s the best part, you get to take the day off from wrangling kiddos for sunscreen!
At its deepest point, the water is only 4 feet deep. Behind the play structure, there’s a place where buckets dump water down on the kids below. If you have children over 48″ tall they will enjoy the big slide that actually goes outside the building. Heck, it’s even a blast for the parents!
Did I mention they have a rock climbing wall? Plus a lap pool, hot tub, and benches to place your towel on. Readers have mentioned that the pool can be closed during inclement weather. So if storms are threatening, you might want to call ahead.
In addition to the kid-friendly section of the aquatics center, The Kroc Center also has a 25 meter x 25 yard competition pool where you can get in some laps during your visit. You will also find a warm therapy pool in the corner of the recreation center, perfect for after a long day.
You will need to make reservations before heading to the aquatics center, as they are currently required. Spots occasionally fill up quickly, so if you know you are planning to go, make your reservation the day before. Guest passes are $12/person.
The Kroc aquatics center also offers swim lessons for all ages starting at 6 months old. Swim lessons are typically once per week, for 8 weeks. Prices are currently $100 for members and $120 for nonmembers.
The Kroc Center has more than a cool indoor pool! It is a full gym with childcare available and lots of activities for the entire family. The gym has basketball courts that you can utilize, and it can also be used for a variety of sports, including indoor soccer, volleyball, pickleball, and others.
Adjacent to the gym is the fitness center. The center is well maintained and has over 50 pieces of equipment, a weight room, and a track. You will also find group fitness classes and a cycling studio at the Kroc Center, so you will never be bored with your fitness routine.
If you love tennis, then you will find the courts at The Kroc Center Greenville to be excellent. Kroc Standard Tennis memberships include access to the courts, clinics, and lessons for juniors and adults. You will also find a pro shop on location, where you can purchase everything you need to keep your tennis game strong. Tennis memberships start at $115 per month for a family, but you can get a Kroc Plus membership that will allow you to access the tennis courts in addition to the entire Kroc Center for $155 per family/month.
Never miss a season with youth sports at The Kroc Center! The facility offers sports throughout the year, with youth soccer, basketball, flag football, swim team, cheer, tennis, and dodgeball. Members do receive discounts, but nonmembers are allowed to join the teams for an additional fee.
If you are homeschooling your kids, then The Kroc Center is an excellent way to supplement your curriculum. They offer music, art, and P.E. homeschool classes where you can drop your kids off for an hour (or 2 for P.E.) on Wednesday and Thursday to receive instruction on the subject you choose. Prices start at $65 for members/ $80 for non-members.
Nothing is quite like a Kroc Center birthday party. Parties include rental time at the Kroc Aquatics Center where your kids can swim, splash, and slide into the indoor waterpark. Greenville parties have never been better!
Birthday party guests also have access to a party room, where they can enjoy food, cake, and more from the Kroc Kitchen. There is also a game room to enjoy while celebrating the birthday kid. You can find more information by filling out the birthday party request form. Parties are a max of 25 people, including parents.
Need a way to keep your active kid happy over the summer? Then check out the camps at The Kroc Center! They offer a variety of camps for ages 6 – 12 that run from Monday – Friday. Each camp focuses on a different sport, changing each week from June through July. Camps start at $160 per week for non-members and are priced per week.
You will also be pleasantly surprised to find that The Kroc Center also has day camps during school break holidays throughout the year. These camps are posted a few weeks before each break, so keep an eye out for updates.
If you are looking for a regular gym that has a lot to offer for the value, then The Kroc Center Greenville is a great option. A standard family monthly membership is only $76 a month with a $39 registration fee. This rate includes Kroc Kids childcare for 6 weeks – 8 years. There are additional membership rates for Kroc Plus, which includes access to tennis courts. These rates start at $169 per month for a family Kroc Plus & Tennis Standard membership.
If you want to just go and enjoy the facilities and pool you can purchase a two-hour guest pass for $12 and children 0-2 years old are free with a paid adult. The guest pass allows you to use all of the facilities, but you will need to make reservations for aquatics or to use the basketball/pickleball gym. If you are not a member there is a fee for using the child care.
If you would like to join The Kroc Center Greenville, but lack the funds, we recommend applying for a Kroc Cares Scholarship. The goal of the scholarship is to increase access for everyone to the facility and what they offer. You can download a paper scholarship and submit it directly to the front desk.
Kroc Center Greenville
424 Westfield Street, Greenville
864.527.5948
Facility hours:
Monday – Thursday, 5:30 am – 8:00 pm
Friday, 5:30 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Have you ever taken your kids to the Kroc Center to play indoors?
Looking for more ideas for things to do indoors? Check out our Ultimate Indoor Activities Guide to Greenville!
Are you one of the working parents out there who feels like they are missing out on the fun events in Greenville with their children due to long work hours or a full-time job? Our Working Parents Guide includes a variety of activities and ideas to maximize your time away from work, so you can have more worry-free fun with your kids.
Ideas You’ll Find in This Article:
🟢 Top Things to Do with Kids After 5 PM
🟢 Kid-Friendly Places Open Late
🟢 After-Work “Date” Ideas with Your Kids
🟢 Drop-In & Full-Time Childcare Options
🟢 Quick Meals & Family Dinners
🟢 Grocery Delivery & Curbside Pickup
🟢 House Cleaning Services
🟢 Cafés Where You Can Work & They Can Play
🟢 Places to Recharge (Because You Deserve It)
This guide is written for working parents who can’t do things with their kids during the typical 9 am – 5 pm workday. We recognize your struggle and we want to help! Below you will find events, activities, childcare, services, and ideas to maximize the time you do have with your children outside of work.
(more…)Are you looking for a fun, yet challenging escape room in Greenville, SC?
With unique storylines and challenging puzzles, escape rooms have steadily been growing in popularity over the last decade. We gathered a list of escape rooms throughout the Upstate that are perfect for date nights, birthday parties, teambuilding exercises, and other group events. Time to pause that mystery podcast you’ve been listening to for hours and unlock your inner Sherlock Holmes to solve all the clues before time runs out!
This article includes:
Greenville County Escape Rooms
Spartanburg County Escape Rooms
Pickens County Escape Rooms
Anderson County Escape Rooms
Escape Artists Greenville- Downtown– 209 East Stone Avenue, Greenville | 864.509.9305
Offers 6 private escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. Requires at least 2 players to complete (some rooms require a minimum of 4 players). Players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, with some themes being inappropriate for younger players. Read our Kidding Around review of Escape Artists Greenville to see if Bethany beat the clock!
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Escape Artists Greenville- Hampton Station– 1320 Hampton Avenue, Bay 11C, Greenville | 864.509.9305
Offers two 60-minute private escape rooms. Escape rooms require a minimum of 2 players, with an 8-player maximum.
Breakout Games– 614 North Main Street, Greenville | 864.326.0190
Offers 8 private escape rooms with varying difficulty levels. Require a minimum of 2 players to play. Open to all ages (under 14 must be accompanied by an adult).
Trapped in the Upstate– 556 Memorial Drive Extension, Suite D, Greer | 864.416.1539
Offers 6 private escape rooms that require at least 2 players. Puzzles take about 60 minutes each. The minimum age to play alone is 16. Children under 10 are welcome, but some puzzles are not appropriate for younger players due to difficulty and theme. Read our Kidding Around review of Trapped in the Upstate for more details.
Wantec VR– 928 South Main Street, Greenville | 864.509.1077
Offers 11 virtual reality escape games. Games can be played with 1-2 people. Game run for 60 minutes.
Trapped in the Upstate – 660 Spartan Blvd, Space 210, Spartanburg | 864.256.1623 Offers 4 private escape rooms. Puzzles take about 60 minutes each. The minimum age to play alone is 16. Children under 11 are welcome, but some puzzles are not appropriate for younger players due to difficulty and theme.
The Escape Quest– 277 Market Street, Seneca | 864.626.5995
Offers 4 escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. 2 players are required for 2 of the three rooms offered. Recommended party size is 4 – 8 players. Booking ahead is highly recommended; walk-in gameplay is not guaranteed. Each escape room is approximately 60 minutes. Children are allowed as long as accompanied by an adult.
Electric City Escapes– 4103 Liberty Highway, Anderson | 864.328.9908
Offers 4 escape rooms with varying levels of difficulty. Three rooms are appropriate for all ages. The Mystery Parlor is PG13. The games are 60 minutes long. Booking online is recommended.
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