This week has some true gems mixed in with your go-to storytimes and museum mornings. Think science shows with lasers and prisms, a lively Juneteenth water day party, a full-blown family expo in Spring Hill, and even a sweet mother-daughter tea tucked into Sunday afternoon. Whether you’re chasing something new or just looking for an easy win with your crew, there’s something each day to help you get out of the house and make a memory or two.
Monday, June 16
Today’s a mix of old favorites and fresh adventures. Whether you’re hiking before it heats up, exploring a bug trail with your little scientist, or popping into a new hands-on museum activity, it’s a great day to follow your kid’s curiosity.
🚫 Easy Morning Hike with MÜDD – Family Hiking Group
Location: Chickasaw Trace Park (Columbia)
Time: 8:30–9:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Canceled due to weather
🍼 Baby Time
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (Multi-Purpose Room)
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Rhymes, songs, books, and lots of bouncing just right for your baby. Designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. A short playtime follows.
📚 Family Storytime
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10:00–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for kids and their caregivers in a fun, interactive environment that helps spark a love of reading.
🔧 Tinkering Station
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Included with admission ($12 per child; free for members; one adult free per paid child; additional adults $6)
Description: Hands-on, parent-led projects that encourage kids to explore, build, and problem-solve through creative play. Parent or guardian help required.
🐕 Bark in the Park
Location: Riverwalk Park (Columbia)
Time: 3:00–4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Details coming soon. Check back for more information on activities, age range, and other event features.
Tuesday, June 17
You’ll find plenty of bubbles and books this morning, but the real magic might be in the science shows at the Spring Hill Library. With lasers, prisms, and rainbow experiments, it’s the kind of thing that makes the whole day feel special.
🚫 Stroller Workouts & Walks
Location: Riverwalk Park (Columbia)
Time: 9:00–10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Canceled due to weather
📖 Toddler Storytime
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10:00–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Lively storytime with songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers and their grown-ups. Encourages early literacy and supports motor skill development.
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Included with admission ($12 per child; free for members; one adult free per paid child; additional adults $6)
Description: Shimmering, floating fun for all ages. Kids can create giant bubbles, make their own wands, and enjoy hands-on bubble stations filled with laughter. Parent or guardian assistance required.
🌈 Color Our World with The Science Guys – Ages 3+
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (Multi-Purpose Room)
Time: 4:00–4:45 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Explore the science of color in this lively 45-minute show filled with lasers, prisms, optical illusions, and hands-on fun. Kids ages 3 and up will learn how light and color work through an engaging and interactive experience.
🌈 Color Our World with The Science Guys – Ages 3+
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (Multi-Purpose Room)
Time: 6:00–6:45 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Same exciting event as the earlier session. Kids ages 3 and up can dive into the science of rainbows and more through bright, hands-on demonstrations and plenty of wow moments.
Wednesday, June 18
Magic tricks, bingo prizes, bilingual storytime, and dogs to watch run wild. Wednesday is full of surprises. If your kid loves anything silly, social, or snack-related, you’ll have no trouble finding something fun.
🎩 Rodney the Magician
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10:00–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy a kid-friendly magic show packed with disappearing acts, silly surprises, and plenty of audience participation. Perfect for curious minds and lots of laughs.
🎉 Summer Bingo for Kids
Location: Spring Hill Public Library (Multi-Purpose Room)
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A fun visual bingo game just for kids. Players can win up to two prizes, and every child gets a free Culver’s Kids Meal, thanks to Culver’s of Spring Hill. No sign-up needed. Adults must stay during the event.
🔧 Tinkering Station
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Included with admission ($12 per child; free for members; one adult free per paid child; additional adults $6)
Description: Hands-on, parent-led projects that encourage kids to explore, build, and problem-solve through creative play. Parent or guardian help required.
🎩 Rodney the Magician
Location: Mt. Pleasant Community Center
Time: 1 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy a kid-friendly magic show packed with disappearing acts, silly surprises, and plenty of audience participation. Perfect for curious minds and lots of laughs.
🐾 Woof Wednesday
Location: Muletown Bark Park (Columbia)
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A weekly doggie meetup where pups can play and socialize. While this event is all about the dogs, it is also a great time for dog-loving kids to watch the fun.
📚 Bilingual Story Time
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 4:00–4:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate stories in both English and Spanish during this monthly storytime held on the third Wednesday of each month.
Thursday, June 19
Most weekly events pause for Juneteenth, but there’s still so much happening. A full community celebration with water slides and food in Mount Pleasant makes it easy to stay cool, and the children’s museum is open for indoor play too.
💦 Juneteenth / Waterday Celebration
Location: Gardenia Park (Mount Pleasant)
Time: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate Juneteenth with water slides, food trucks, free hot dogs, and a 3-point shootout (sign-ups start that morning). The first 100 kids get free ice cream, and there’s also bingo with prizes. Bring your chairs and enjoy a full day of fun for all ages.
Location: aMuse’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Included with admission ($12 per child; free for members; one adult free per paid child; additional adults $6)
Description: Shimmering, floating fun for all ages. Kids can create giant bubbles, make their own wands, and enjoy hands-on bubble stations filled with laughter. Parent or guardian assistance required.
Friday, June 20
It’s a garden day, craft day, movie night kind of Friday. From suncatchers and storytime to pollinator hunts and outdoor movie plans, it’s a fun one whether you’re out before naptime or stretching bedtime for something special.
🥾 Stroller Walk & Creek Stomp
Location: Jerry Erwin Park (Spring Hill)
Time: 9:00–10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Meet at Picnic Table. This place was such a hit with the kids. Please bring a towel & you might want snacks.
🌼 Firefly Garden Club: Soil & Pollinators
Location: 1127 S High St, Columbia
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM
Cost: $22 per session
Description: Explore the world of bugs, build a bug hotel, and go on a bug hunt in this interactive garden club morning for kids ages 4 and up.
Note: If you haven’t already signed up, this session is full. Keep an eye out for July’s workshops.
🌈 Sun Catchers & Story Time
Location: Woodland Park, 821 W 9th St, Columbia
Time: 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Kids will decorate their own colorful suncatchers, then gather for a cozy read-aloud. All materials are provided and no crafting experience is needed. A sweet mix of creativity and storytelling time.
🎬 Movie in the Park (Spring Hill)
Location: Evans Park, 563 Maury Hill St, Spring Hill
Time: 8:00–10:00 PM (movie starts at dusk)
Cost: Free
Description: Spring Hill’s summer movie series kicks off with a free outdoor screening. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night under the stars.
Note: While this is past bedtime for most kids ages 0–5, it might be a fun one to keep in mind if your crew can swing a late night.
(Check Spring Hill Parks on social media for the movie title.)
Saturday, June 21
Between three farmers markets, a Juneteenth celebration, and the giant “Experience Spring Hill” expo, Saturday is packed. Pick a spot where your kid can run around while you shop, snack, or take in the music—and maybe stay for an evening concert too.
🌽 Columbia Farmers’ Fresh Market
Location: Riverwalk Park, 102 Riverside Dr, Columbia
Time: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Free entry
Description: Shop for fresh local produce and artisan goods while enjoying a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere along the river.
🌿 Culleoka Farmers Market
Location: Culleoka Volunteer Fire Dept, 2410 Valley Creek Rd, Culleoka
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A once-a-month market featuring local goods and small businesses. Held every third Saturday through November.
🍓 Hidden Gem Farmers Market (Spring Hill)
Location: 863 Old Military Rd, Spring Hill
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Cost: Free entry
Description: A lively weekly market known for its local produce, food trucks, and family activities. Runs every Saturday with a welcoming, family-friendly vibe.
🎉 Experience Spring Hill: The Event
Location: 165 Battle Creek Way, Spring Hill
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Cost: Free (Eventbrite RSVP optional for giveaways)
Description: A huge family-friendly expo with over 140 local vendors, face painting, balloon art, arcade games, costumed characters, Touch-a-Truck, food trucks, live performances, and giveaways.
🎶 9th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Location: Riverwalk Park, 102 Riverside Dr, Columbia
Time: 12:00–2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate Juneteenth with live music, dancing, a kids zone, local vendors, free food, and prizes. A meaningful and festive way to honor history with the whole family.
🎸 Pickin’ in the Park (Spring Hill)
Location: Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy, Spring Hill
Time: 5:00–8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy an evening of live music under the sky. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, let the kids play on the playground, and grab dinner from the food trucks if you’d like.
Sunday, June 22
Sundays are usually quiet around here, but this one has something special. The Mother-Daughter Tea adds a sweet note to wrap up the week—perfect for a baby girl on your hip, a dress-up-loving preschooler, or any special woman in your crew. It’s a lovely excuse to get out for something simple and meaningful.
☕ Mother-Daughter Tea (hosted by Columbia Parks & Rec)
Location: Columbia Aquatic & Recreation Center, 1446 Oak Springs Dr, Columbia
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Celebrate the special bond between moms and daughters at this free community tea party. Enjoy a sweet afternoon with crafts, a photo booth, and time to connect in a welcoming, low-pressure setting. Dress up or come as you are—this event is all about making memories together. Open to daughters of all ages and the women who love them, including grandmas, aunts, and other special guests.
That’s the week! I don’t know about you, but I’ve been having a hard time choosing which activities to go to each day. If something caught your eye, I’d love to hear what you’re planning. And if this guide helped you feel a little more ready for the week ahead, bookmark this page or share it with another local parent who might need a few ideas.
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