Dehydration can ruin your day at Charleston Fun Park in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Fortunately, it’s easy to avoid! So when you come and enjoy a day of go-karts, rock wall climbing, arcade games, and so much more, remember to bring plenty of ice cold water or visit our concessions often!

What is Dehydration?

Dehydration happens when there isn’t enough water to keep your body functioning the way it should. It can cause dizziness, rapid breathing, headaches, fainting, and much worse if not treated ASAP. Becoming dehydrated is much easier than you might think, especially during the hot months when kids are running around in the heat of the summer sun. But if you stay aware of how much fluids you and your kids are taking in, staying hydrated shouldn’t be an issue.

Keep an Eye Out for Signs of Dehydration

Dry lips, sunken eyes, few, if any trips, to the bathroom, and a lack of tears are all signs of dehydration. You should also be on the lookout for lower-than-normal energy levels, irritability, or unusual behavior in general. These are often the best indicators that your child is low on water and needs fluids fast.

The Best Treatment for Dehydration is Avoiding it Altogether

Kids will often have a hard time realizing they’re getting dehydrated, especially when they’re running around having fun. And whether they’re outside on the mini-golf course or playing inside here at Charleston Fun Park, they might not complain about symptoms until it’s too late.

Make sure you interrupt play time often to remind the kiddos to have a cup of water, milk, or juice.

Picky Drinkers? Try This!

If you have a picky drinker on your hands, try some alternative methods like making homemade popsicles with juice or blended fruits and veggies. Watermelon, cucumbers, celery and other fruits and vegetables that have a high-water content work great and can be sweetened if needed.

Don’t let dehydration stop you from having fun! We’ll see you and your family at Charleston Fun Park.

Attention all fun-loving residents of Charleston, South Carolina: we need your help! We are in the running for multiple Charleston’s Choice Awards again this year and we need your vote to secure our spot as the best amusement park in Mount Pleasant again for 2018!

We know you know we’re the place to be for action, adventure, and amazing good times. Why not let the rest of Charleston know too by voting for Charleston Fun Park in the following categories:

• Best Entertainment Center
• Best Party Entertainment Service
• Best Adventure Activity Business
• Best Miniature Golf

Charleston’s Number One Entertainment Center

Looking to take the checkered flag on our go-kart course or conquer the climbing wall? Maybe you want to try your hand at mini bowling or win big in the arcade? There is so much to do here at Charleston Fun Park that you won’t know were to start (or how to leave!). Fun is our business and business is good! But if you don’t believe us, come in and find out for yourself.

Party Like a Rockstar

Our party packages are awesome for all ages. With great deals on all of our activities, from climbing to gem mining, you and your friends will love partying at CFP! We include pizza, drinks and so much more with every party package. Plus, you’re never too old to have a good time with us. Be sure to ask us about our adult parties and corporate events as well.

So make sure you vote for us in this year’s Charleston Choice Awards and then swing by for a day of fun! We’re partying all summer long!

Planning a birthday party doesn’t have to be stressful, we promise! It can seem overwhelming to start, though, so Charleston Fun Park has put together a Child’s Birthday Party Planning Checklist to take the guesswork out of the process.

• Date. First things first! The obvious choice is to have the party on the actual birthday, but that’s not always feasible. Birthdays on holidays or busy Saturdays can be tricky. The key is to be flexible with party dates. There’s nothing wrong with having a small family celebration on the actual birthday and then a larger party for friends later, when it’s more convenient.
• Location. Once you know when you can celebrate, decide where! Does your guest of honor want an indoor party or an outdoor adventure? Something simple or something more elaborate? Remember: Charleston Fun Park can accommodate all of these options in one event.
• Invitations. Paper invitations are classy and fun, but they’re not always practical in the summer, when kids aren’t in school. Consider email invitations or a private Facebook event to keep track of everything.
• Cake. Do you want to make a cake at home, or buy one at the bakery? Either option is great, but be sure you leave enough time either way.
• Food, Decor, Entertainment. When you book a party package at Charleston Fun Park, we take care of all of this. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the party!

Gratitude is always in style. After the party is over, don’t forget to have your child write thank you notes!

Young kids aren’t the only ones who get bored during the summer. Teens need options for engagement and enrichment while they’re on a break from school. A little bit of unstructured downtime is a great way to relax, but don’t let summer vacation turn into endless hours of screen time!

Give back to your community by looking for volunteer opportunities at Charleston-area nonprofits. The whole family can participate together, or teens can go on their own if the organizations are equipped to handle that. Search VolunteerMatch for local openings that match your teens’ interests and goals, or contact organizations that interest you or your family directly.

The Charleston area is home to a number of day and overnight camps. Most are designed for younger kids, but some have openings for teens–or even space for counselors, junior counselors, or helpers. Check out Lowcountry Parent’s interactive list or this list from Charleston Moms Blog to see if there’s one that fits.

Some other summer options:

• Trident Technical College – summer classes in various disciplines
• Charleston Southern University – summer music camps
• Coastal Expeditions – summer kayak camps
• The Charleston School District also has a list of summer educational programs, available here.

Summer jobs and internships are a great way to keep teens busy, but they’re not the only options, and often aren’t practical in this economy. Use these ideas to offer teens some structure during the summer, and don’t forget to come down to Charleston Fun Park for affordable family fun all summer long!

Charleston Fun Park isn’t just the place for the retro fun of arcade games and pinball machines. We also have cutting-edge fun, like our new VR game: Hologate!

Virtual reality games are all the rage, and it’s easy to see why: they offer an immersive, unique experience beyond traditional video games. You actually become part of the action, and are able to interact with and impact the environment in all kinds of ways! Hologate takes players into the middle of an alien invasion, pitting teams of up to four against ruthless invaders from another world. You can play as an individual, or bring three more friends and play all together.

Playing VR games at Charleston Fun Park has so many advantages over playing at home. It saves you a ton of money: personal VR headsets can cost up to several hundred dollars, but each trip to the Hologate only costs $8 per person. You’ll be able to share the experience with friends or family, compare your scores, and win bragging rights. We have tons of other attractions to enjoy after you’re done or to keep less adventurous friends and family members happy while you protect your compound safe.  Plus, the options at our Snack Shack beat whatever you’ve got in the fridge!

Don’t get bored this summer. Hologate virtual reality game is open every time Charleston Fun Park is, and the alien invasion isn’t going to wait! Get together with your friends and give this awesome new attraction a try.

Now that summer is upon us and school is out, it’s time to start planning ways to spend time together with your family over the break! Fortunately, Charleston is full of summer activities for families, ranging from the exciting to the peaceful. Check out some of our favorite ways to spend time together in the warmer months!

• Nothing defeats the heat like a visit to the beach. From Charleston, it’s an easy drive to Folly Beach, with its long pier and stretches of fun shopping, Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, and more. Make sure to check local regulations to see what is and isn’t allowed at different spots.
• Now that the days are getting longer, Charleston Fun Park has extended our hours! We have attractions that are fun for everyone from kids to grandparents, and plenty of delicious snacks to fuel your fun.
• Get some education and have some fun at Charleston’s Museum Mile. Just one mile of beautiful Meeting Street showcases almost a dozen museums and historical sights, including the Gibbes Museum of Art and the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. A walk down the Mile means learning, having fun, enjoying the air conditioning, and exploring all our city has to offer.
• If you’re feeling a little brave, why not try a ghost tour of Charleston? Older kids, in particular, will love learning about how haunted our city is! Click here for reviews and advice on selecting the best ghost tour.

Summer fun doesn’t have to mean traveling far away. When you live in a great city like Charleston, staying home is just as exciting!