Daily Events

Turtles' Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
9am-4pm -Turtles Nest Art Studio, Night Heron Park
Our open studio offers an extensive selection of craft options suitable for families, adults and children. Unleash your imagination as you delve into pottery painting, shark tooth and shell necklace making, wood crafts, canvas painting, and much more.

Prices for each project will vary based on your chosen masterpiece(s). Kiln projects, such as pottery painting, are available for pick up 2-3 days after completion. Shipping is available. No reservations required. For more information, please call our Kiawah Recreation at 843.768.6001.

Kayaking Tours
Discover the wonders of Kiawah Island’s rich biodiversity and saltwater marshes with the Kiawah Island Nature Program. Immerse yourself in our daily two-hour long kayaking tours, which offer the chance to discover Kiawah through the eyes of our naturalists.

Schedule:

Alligator Adventure
8-10am
From tiny hatchlings to imposing adults, Kiawah is in no short supply of the American Alligator. This Naturalist guided van tour is a fantastic way to safely observe and learn about these amazing, and often misunderstood, animals in their natural habitat. Equipped with binoculars, you and your family will disembark from Night Heron Park and travel to our favorite alligator hang outs. While we will spend some time in the van, walking will be involved at each location.

$40/ person, Reservations are required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies.

Private Bike Lesson (Fully Committed)
10:30-11am - Night Heron Park
Learn to ride a bike! One of our recreation staff members will teach you to ride a bike on your own. Bicycle and helmet provided. $30, recommended for ages 5+. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. Subject to availability.

Snow Cone Party
11am-12pm - Night Heron Park
Snow cones are the perfect treat for a hot holiday like the 4th of July! Come join us as we cool off and party with patriotic snow cones!

Snow cones are available for purchase. Reusable cups will be available for purchase to receive a discounted rate on snow cones later in the week. No reservation is required.

Family Archery (Fully Committed)
1-2pm - Night Heron Park
Join us on the archery range to try your skills. Enjoy a staff instructed lesson with various stationary targets and competition games! Great for beginner to intermediate.

$45/ person. For ages 8 and up. Participants must be able to confidently pull a 15 lb bow string. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies.

Family Survivor
2-4pm - Night Heron Park Stage
2 hours. 8 families. 1 survivor. Can you outwit, out-play, and out-last to come out on top? Join us at the Night Heron Park Stage to test your family’s strengths, smarts, and teamwork in a fast paced showdown. The tribe has spoken. Game on!

Admission is $40/ family. Minimum of 4 players and maximum of 6 players per team. Parties of 7 or more, please purchase an additional team spot. Dress accordingly, water games are included! Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Ages 8+ recommended.

Family Craft: Stuffed Animal Factory
4-5pm
Select and stuff your own furry friend to remind you of your time spent on Kiawah Island. A great companion for long car rides or flights home!
$20/animal. No reservation required.

Island Idol
6-8pm
Island Idol is here to showcase all of Kiawah’s amazing talent. Meet us at the Night Heron Park Stage to wow the crowd and sing your hearts out! From Disney Favorites to Karaoke classics, we have thousands of songs to choose from!

Camp Kiawah
8am – 4pm
Night Heron Park
Camp Kiawah is our themed day camp dedicated to making every day memorable for your child! Each session is themed with games, crafts, and snacks—guaranteed to be tons of fun! Full and half-day camp options are available.
For ages 3 - 7. Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies.

Camp Extreme
8am – 4pm
Night Heron Park
Camp Xtreme is designed with 8-13-year-olds in mind! Competitive sports, team building, and more guarantee a day of XTREME FUN! Full and half-day camp options are available. For information on pricing and our daily themes. For ages 8-13. Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies.