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Kidding Around Greenville SC is a commercial online platform designed for parents living in Greenville County. It provides a complimentary event calendar, informative articles, a weekly newsletter, and active social media channels tailored for Greenville families. Local businesses support these resources by advertising on the website and in the newsletter.

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Step Back in Time: Visit Andy Griffith’s Real-Life Mayberry!

3 days ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Bethany Winston

What’s Inside: A fun, family-friendly guide to the best eats, sights, and nostalgic experiences in Andy Griffith’s real-life hometown!Curious what it would be like to step back into a different era and vacation in The Andy Griffith Show’s Mayberry? Well, we packed the van with the grandparents and headed to Mount Airy, NC, Andy Griffith’s hometown to find out.
WNC is Open: Here’s Where to Have Fun and Support Local Businesses This Summer

1 week ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

The devastation from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina rages on many months later as small businesses struggle to recover. But this area is indeed open and they are grateful for tourists to come and enjoy the small towns, restaurants, hiking trails, and all the beauty that is Western NC. Here’s where to go. Western NC is open and they need your support. The only place not open to the public is Chimney Rock Village.
Summer Bucket List: Plunge 60 Ft Down Sliding Rock Into a Frigid Pool

1 week ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: What it’s really like to slide down Sliding Rock in Brevard, NC, plus lots of tips to make it an epic day trip. We did it and now we’re sharing it. If you’ve ever wanted to slide down a huge natural waterslide into the freezing cold water during the heat of summer, Sliding Rock in Pisgah Forest, less than two hours from Greenville, SC, is the place to go.
New Lake Spot Offers Floats & Food Only Minutes from Greenville, SC

1 week ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Inside: The new Saluda Lake Landing just outside downtown Greenville, SC is now open and offers lots of family-friendly fun. Kristina checked it out and has all the details!Saluda Lake Landing is just seven miles from downtown Greenville, SC and offers lots of great summer fun, including water rentals and a delicious on-site restaurant. They also do several events throughout the summer and into the fall. It’s very much a hidden gem.
Been to Ocean Isle Beach, NC? This spot surprised us in the best way.

2 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Maria Bassett

Have you visited Ocean Isle Beach in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands? It’s a special spot full of classic family fun and lots of beautiful coastline. We got a chance to visit, and we’re sharing everything we loved because we think you’ll love it, too!Thank you to North Carolina Brunswick Islands for hosting us so we could share this gorgeous area with our readers. My kids are all tweens and teens.
A Fun-Filled Family Guide to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands

2 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Maria Bassett

Inside: A guide to all the fun things to do in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands, built from our family trip to these beautiful islands and beaches. Looking for a laid-back beach getaway that’s still packed with family fun? North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands offer it all — whether you’re chasing waves, exploring local history, or just trying to find the best donut in town (spoiler: we did!).
We Climbed the Oak Island Lighthouse: North Carolina

2 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Maria Bassett

Inside: A real family account of our trip to the Oak Island Lighthouse, with all the details about the free tours available to climb to the top of the lighthouse. Looking for something fun, free, and a little adventurous in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands? Our family checked out the Oak Island Lighthouse in Caswell Beach on Oak Island, and it was an awesome experience — especially for my teens!The Oak Island Lighthouse isn’t just a lighthouse where you snap a photo from the parking lot.
Visit A Toy Store With An Indoor Playground in Knoxville, Tennessee!

3 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Jordan Burchette

Inside: A local mom visits Smart Toys and Books, a Knoxville toy store with an indoor playground for kids to explore!Have you ever visited a toy store that has an indoor playground? This toy store has an indoor playground for kids, and our family loved it! Smart Toys and Books in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a must-visit, especially on a rainy day or even a really warm summer day when you want to cool off for a bit! Knoxville, Tennessee, is right at 3 hours away from Greenville, SC.
5 Tips to Have Open Conversations with Your Kids

3 weeks ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Bethany Winston

Inside: Real-world advice from parents in our community on how to keep communication open with teens and talk about sensitive topics like drugs and alcohol. Talking to your kids as they grow older can feel like navigating a maze—especially when it comes to tough topics like drugs, alcohol, and independence. But open, honest communication is possible—and essential. We asked our Kidding Around community for their best tips. Here’s what they shared.
Grab the Sand Toys and Beach Blanket for These 23 Mountain Beaches

1 month ago | kiddingaroundgreenville.com | Kristina Hernandez

Can’t decide if you like the beach or the mountains? Have both – just alter those beach expectations a little – with these sandy lake beaches. Greenville, SC offers so many beach options fed by cool, refreshing mountain water. If you’re wondering “where are all the lake beaches near me?” you’ll want to keep reading this list. Everything here is within 2 hours of Greenville. I grew up near the Jersey Shore so I know what a beach should look like.