A Guide to The Coast’s Extracurricular Activities
Kids’ extracurricular activities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, town by town: dance, cheer, gymnastics, martial arts, music, art, swim lessons and horseback riding.
FILL THE BUS
School’s out and summer’s upon us, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start preparing for the upcoming school year. Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport (JAG) has partnered with United Way of South Mississippi & Walmart to kick off their annual “Fill the Bus” campaign where their members will be out and about collecting school donations from July 8 - July 31 at your local Walmart in Pass Christian & Gulfport. Last year JAG was able to distribute over 30,000 school supplies to their service area which includes schools in Long Beach, Gulfport, Pass Christian, and Harrison County.
Family-Friendly Podcasts and Audiobooks
Need a good listen for your kids that you can appreciate, too? Look no further: We've lined up our favorite podcasts the entire family can enjoy! Whether you're in the car, cooking dinner, doing chores, or just hanging out together, these shows create a screen-free opportunity for kids to bond with parents and caregivers. From fascinating science to friendly competitive trivia, both kids and adults will find these podcasts entertaining and informative. Some may even spark engaging conversations.
Splash pads around the Coast
Summer is in full force all over the Coast, and what’s better on a hot day [when the kids are getting restless inside] than a splash pad? So, find a local splash pad below, load the kids up this week, and go make some memories with the whole family!
Discover Where Kids Eat Free in Gulfport & Biloxi
Where kids eat free on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, sorted by night: Gulfport, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis deals in one guide.
Local Libraries & Story Times Across the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Library story times, Lego clubs, homeschool groups and kids programs at public libraries across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
5 Tips to Make the Most of The Ark Encounter for Your Family
If you've ever considered a trip to the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky, here’s the push you need to make it happen for your family. You will not regret booking this trip as it will be sure to be a core memory for your kiddos!
