Apple orchards are stepping up their game when it comes to attracting guests with delicious baked goods – it’s not all about apple cider donuts anymore! Here are some of the very best treats we’ve found at apple orchards that are totally worth the short day trip.
Looking for a day trip from Greenville? Just an hour from the Upstate is Gastonia, NC. We discovered this town is full of things to do, like a museum, parks and some of the best milkshakes in the country, according to USA today. Since its so close to the Upstate it makes a great day trip!
Are you planning a fall trip? Fall is my absolute favorite time of year to take day trips or weekend adventures with my kids because of all the incredible beauty in the mountains and the cooler temps. It’s just ideal. So we compiled this list of pretty amazing (if we do say so ourselves) day trips that you could make into an overnight if that’s something you and your family or significant other are looking for.
Looking for a powerful, educational day trip with your family? We visited two very different historical plantations in the Upstate—and we came away reflecting on how much American history can change depending on where you stand. These two sites tell very different stories, but both invite deep conversations, honest reflection, and a greater appreciation of the people whose lives shaped South Carolina.
Thompson Family Farms in Campobello, SC offers pick your own Upick pumpkins and sunflowers in the fall. Count us in! Thompson Family Farms has a huge pumpkin patch, sunflowers, zinnias, and unique sunflower maze each fall. We adore this farm because it is well-maintained, it is run efficiently, the view of Hogback Mountain is perfect for photos with my kids, and everything we have picked has been high quality. Fall at the Farm begins August 28th, 2024
Do you celebrate Oktoberfest? There are several Oktoberfest events in Greenville for you to enjoy, but do you know why people celebrate Oktoberfest or when the event started? KAG has the in on what, where, and why of Oktoberfest and also sharing all the local Oktoberfest events so you can celebrate, too!
Dates are fun and necessary for healthy relationships. Now that the temps are dropping, it’s time for some festive, fall themed dates. Here are some ideas!
Ready for fall family fun in Greenville? Between cooler weather and tons of choices, fall is the perfect time to get out and spend time as a family. Spending time together doesn’t have to mean spending lots of money. To help you out, our Kidding Around Greenville team has come up with 15 amazing fall outings that you enjoy even on a tighter budget. These outings are all $25 or under in admission fees for a family of 4 and all of these suggestions are outings that are particularly great in the fall. Some of these ideas are even completely free!
Fall is just about here and you’re probably hunting the perfect activity to celebrate the season. Local mom Kristina loves Justus Orchard and is telling us why this is one fall road trip you’re going to make into your new family tradition. After all, Justus Orchard offers tons of fun activities for the kids and tasty treats too!
Are you struggling to find easy school-night dinner ideas and tips and tricks? With a schedule this year that allows only a small slot of time for family dinner, I was struggling myself to figure out how to ensure we have a family dinner with as little work as possible. I asked our Kidding Around readers for tips and they delivered with a great list for you of weekday dinner ideas, ways of saving time in the kitchen, and more.
