Are you looking for things to do with kids in Greenville, SC, or across the Upstate? This is the ultimate guide to things to do in the Upstate. Find local events, the best things to do this month with the family, and links to all our things to do content including outdoor and indoor things to do, parks, hiking, biking, day trips, camping, arts, and more. There’s always something fun to do with your family that fits your budget when you live near Greenville, SC.
Top 5 Best Things to Do with Kids in Greenville, SC
- Visit the Children’s Museum of the Upstate at Heritage Green.
- Head to Falls Park on the Reedy in Downtown Greenville for a trip across the suspension bridge over the Reedy River, or take walk or bike ride on the nearby Swamp Rabbit Trail.
- Visit the Greenville Zoo and its neighbor, Cleveland Park. For a full day of fun, bring a picnic.
- See a show, like Monster Jam or Disney on Ice, at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
- Visit the kid-friendly Runway Park aviation-themed playground.
Want more things to do with kids in Greenville? Keep reading. Use the links below to find the type of activity your family will love!
What Can I Do Today in Greenville, SC?
A lot! There are so many things to do near Greenville and the Upstate, but if you’re looking for the best things to do right now, start with the two links below. We pull out the very best things to do each month on our monthly things-to-do post, and we also keep an updated event calendar so you can find out what special events are happening right now!

Event Calendar
If you want all your options organized by day, then our giant Upstate, SC Event Calendar is the place to go.
What are some things to do near Greenville, SC?
Searching for things to do with your family and friends near Greenville? There are so many ways to have fun with your family in the Upstate and we know that is super important to our readers. We love having fun with our kids and sharing in smiles and giggles and new discoveries, too!
This list starts with outdoor things to do and then moves to indoor things to do. Of course, we have some great free things to do, too, because we know life gets expensive, and we even have ideas for ways you can donate some time to give back to the community.
Scroll through our huge list of things to do, and use the links to get more ideas on topics you love and adventures you’d like to try!
If you’re looking for things to do outdoors near Greenville and around the Upstate, check out this list of Things to Do Outside. You’ll find information to help you get outdoors and enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, parks, and lots more.

Visit the Greenville Zoo, we have everything you need to know for a perfect visit.

Headed Downtown? Do not go without reading our Guide to Downtown Greenville, SC.

Local favorite! Find the Mice on Main in Downtown!

Nothing better than cuddling with animals. These are the farms and petting zoos to visit.

Greenville’s favorite trail, the Swamp Rabbit Trail is loved by walkers, runner, bikers, and more!

Our very own state park, Paris Mountain State Park is a gorgeous place for a hike, fishing, swimming, and more!
- Visit Falls Park on the Reedy in the heart of Downtown Greenville. Cross the Liberty Bridge and enjoy one of Greenville’s most iconic and favorite parks.