Spring & Summer 2025 Family Events on Hilton Head Island
To help you plan your next family adventure, here's the scoop on some fantastic events happening this spring and summer.
Hilton Head Island
Exploring Hilton Head in the Summer: Essential Tips for Your Vacation
To ensure you have an unforgettable and hassle-free stay, here are some essential Hilton Head summer vacation tips to maximize your summer experience on the island.
Hilton Head in the Fall!
Although spring and summer are the most popular times for beach vacations, you're missing out on a wonderful experience if you haven't visited Hilton Head Island during the off-season.
Rainy Day Activities in Hilton Head Island
Even in paradise, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. If you happen to find yourself on Hilton Head during a rainy day, don’t worry! There are still plenty fun things to do. Here are several ideas to get you started.
OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD
Outside Hilton Head has a variety of private and small group adventures, including fishing, skiing, paddleboarding, boat tours, and so much more, that your family will love. They also offer rentals of boats, bikes, kayaks, and paddle boards.
Pirates of Hilton Head
This hour and a half fun, interactive cruise gives your kids the chance to be a PIRATE FOR THE DAY! Includes face painting, learning to talk like a pirate, a water cannon fight, and a search for treasure on the Calibogue Sound aboard the HH Pirate Cruise! Recommended ages 2-10
Mermaids of Hilton Head!
Very family-friendly options for Hilton Head boat tours and one-of-a-kind mermaid photoshoots! For all experiences, Reservations are highly recommended.
ICE CREAM in Hilton Head!!
A beach vacation just isn't complete without ICE CREAM!! Hilton Head Island has lots of great options for ice cream lovers, including dairy-free and gluten-free options!
HarbourFest and FIREWORKS on HHI
HarbourFest is a FREE weekly summer celebration on Hilton Head Island! From June through August, Shelter Cove has live music every night, family-friendly entertainment, arts & crafts, kids activities and Tuesday night fireworks.
THE HARBOUR TOWN SHOPS AT THE SEA PINES RESORT
Located in the heart of Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town Shops is a beautiful, relaxing harborside shopping center with lots of little boutiques, gift shops, galleries, and restaurants.
Tanger Outlets - Hilton Head
Hilton Head's Tanger Outlets is a great place to find name brand goods at discounted prices. The outlets are over the bridge from Hilton Head (in Bluffton) and are split into 2 separate locations (Tanger 1, Tanger 2) about 5 miles apart.
Main Street Village
Main Street Village is a great place to shop, eat, and explore primarily locally owned businesses. This tree-shaded outdoor shopping center has a unique mix of boutique shops, consignment shops, spa services, restaurants and cafes, and a grocery store. It is also a fun place to just take a little stroll.
SHELTER COVE TOWN CENTRE
Often considered Hilton Head's downtown area, Shelter Cove Towne Centre has a great mix of shops, restaurants, spa services, and even a beautiful park, all in a beautifully landscaped setting right by the water.
The Art Cafe
5 Lagoon Rd, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
One Hot Mama's Bomb Diggity BBQ!
One of our favorite stops on the island is One Hot Mama's. Their BBQ is out of this world good. Why are they called One Hot Mama's, you ask? Two words, Mama Orchid...
Coastal Discovery Museum - outdoors
For a change of pace from the beach and pool, bring your family and friends to Coastal Discovery Museum, or explore it on your own!
