Looking for events that provide childcare for kids for a kids and parent’s night out? Greenville, SC, and Spartanburg, SC have some fantastic options for parents looking for kid’s night out events. These organizations offer kid’s night out events where you can drop off your kids for a few hours so you and your significant other can have a date night, girl’s night, or shopping trip!
To all those parents who have unlimited patience and smiles and bake cakes of rainbows, this story isn’t for you. Everyone else, listen up. We love and adore our little rugrats but really, we need some downtime from the constant drain that is being a parent.
Tons of local businesses get that (thank goodness) and offer Kids Nights Out or Parents Night Out, which consists of parents dropping off their little treasures at a super fun place for a few hours and parents getting some peace and quiet. The kids will be well-taken care of, fed dinner or snacks, and will be so worn out by the time you get them, that they will be begging for bedtime.
And it’s a good financial deal as well – you pay a flat fee for each child and they get anywhere from three to four hours of entertainment. The kids are taken care of and get to eat. That rivals even the best babysitter deals.
Parent’s Night Out: Greenville, SC
Events that are fun for kids and give parents a night out. Here are regular parent/kid’s night out events in Greenville, SC:
South Carolina Children’s Theatre
153 Augusta Street, Greenville | 864.235.2885
About: Kids enjoy a night of drama activities, crafts, a snack of milk and cookies, and a movie! Bring your favorite blanket and pillow to enjoy the movie.
When: Several times per year on a Friday night (usually once per month); Check the SCCT’s calendar page and look for Workshops for their Kid’s Night Out offering.
Cost: $35; Preregistration required.
Ages: K5 – 5th grade
Sportsclubs Kids
712 Congaree Road, Greenville | 864-331-2530
About: Kids enjoy themed nights plus dinner and dessert. Advanced registration is required. You don’t have to be a member to send your kid to Kids Night Out.
When: Once a month on Friday Night from 5:30-9:30 pm
Cost: $27/child
Ages: K5-7th grade
Giggles Drop-in Childcare
About: Giggles offers an easy way for parents to get out of the house and just drop off their kids for a night out. You can purchase date night packages for Monday through Friday after 5 pm for 4 hours of care.
When: Monday through Friday for 4 hours; after 5 pm
Cost: Varies depending on number of children; $150 – $350 for a 4-night package.
Ages: 1-12 years old
Contact: 3620 Pelham Rd Suite 1A, Greenville | 864.252.4252
Climb Blue Ridge
About: Climb Blue Ridge offers a Parents Night Out on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Kids can participate in climbing activities from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
When: Second Saturday of each month
Cost: $20 per child
Ages: 6 and older
Palmetto Proper
About: Kid’s Night Out at Palmetto Proper includes a pizza dinner, unlimited play in the indoor playground, a craft, and other activities.
When: Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 6 – 9 pm. Check the Palmetto Proper Events page for exact dates or changes to the schedule. Preregistration required.
Cost: $30 for 1st child, $25 for an additional child
Ages: 2 – 8 years old
Greenville County Recreation
About: Greenville Rec regularly hosts Kids Night Out events at one of three community centers in the Greenville area. The events are themed, and each event offers different things.
When: Usually once per month; Check the Greenville County Recreation Calendar for updates.
Cost: $15 – $19 per child (dependent on residence)
Ages: K5 – 5th grade
Parent’s Night Out with Drama Kids
About: Parent’s Night Out with Drama Kids is where kids ages 5 – 12 will engage in drama activities, and enjoy a movie and pizza! The event is from 6:30 – 9:30 pm.
When: Once Friday per month through April.
Cost: $45
Parent’s Night Out Options in Spartanburg, SC
YMCA Spartanburg Locations Parent’s Night Out Events
These monthly member perks book up quickly! They are free for families that have a current household membership to the YMCA but must be reserved in advance.
Thomas E. Hannah YMCA
151 Ribault Street, Spartanburg | 864.585.0306
- When: First Saturday each month from 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
Dinner is NOT provided and children need to bring a peanut-free snack with them. - Age: 6 weeks to twelve years old will participate in age-appropriate activities.
- Cost: Free for YMCA Household members
- Registration: Opens one week before; Registration closes Thursday before the event. Register at the front desk.
Willis Road YMCA
501 Willis Road, Spartanburg | 864.310.6400
- When: Second Saturday each month from 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
Dinner is NOT provided and children need to bring a peanut-free snack with them. - Age: 6 weeks to twelve years old will participate in age-appropriate activities.
- Cost: Free for YMCA members
- Registration: Opens 1 week before; Registration closes Thursday before the event.
Middle Tyger YMCA
720 Shoals Road, Duncan | 864.433.9623
- When: Third Saturday of each month from 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
Dinner is NOT provided and children need to bring a peanut-free snack with them. - Age: 6 weeks to twelve years old will participate in age-appropriate activities.
- Cost: Free for YMCA Household members
- Registration: Opens three weeks before; Registration closes Thursday before the event.
Now that you have child care for the night squared away, the hard part of what to do with a child-free night. Check out our suggestions for romantic dates and romantic restaurants in Spartanburg.
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