Kids & Family Activities

“Give me the wild children, with their bare feet and sparkling eyes. The restless, churning climbers. The wild ones, using their outside voices, singing all the way home. Give me the wonder-filled, glorious mess makers – dreaming of mountains and mud, aching to run through a field of stars.” – Nicollette Sowde

What she said! (I’m not crying, you’re crying).

Looking for things to do with kids in the Golden Isles, Georgia? Whether you’re raising little adventurers on St. Simons Island, visiting Brunswick with the family, or planning a fun-filled day on Jekyll Island, we’ve got plenty of ideas to keep those wild children entertained!

From beautiful beaches and outdoor adventures to indoor activities, playgrounds, summer camps, family-friendly events, and seasonal celebrations, there’s always something to explore along the Georgia coast.

Whether you’re searching for weekend activities, planning a family vacation, or simply trying to survive another school break without hearing “I’m bored!” a hundred times, St. SiMoms is here to help.

Browse our kids and family activity guides below for local favorites, hidden gems, and fun things to do with kids throughout the Golden Isles!

Golden Isles Sports Options
Golden Isles Swim Lessons
Scenic Jekyll Island, Georgia, a coastal destination in the Golden Isles
Christmas decorations and holiday lights in historic downtown Brunswick, Georgia.
Holly Jolly Jekyll Christmas lights illuminating the historic district on Jekyll Island, Georgia.
Sea Island Christmas decorations and holiday lights at The Cloister in Sea Island, Georgia.
Christmas tree and holiday decorations in St. Simons Island Pier Village, Georgia.
Family-friendly things to do on St. Simons Island, Georgia
4th of July fireworks over the beach in the Golden Isles of Georgia.
Summer camps for kids in the Golden Isles of Georgia, including St. Simons Island, Brunswick, and Jekyll Island.