Fun Things to Do with Your Kids This Summer

Summers are meant for fun! Here are more than 20 activities that will keep your kids entertained all summer long. From swimming and biking to visiting the zoo and playing in the park, we’ve got you covered.

There are many activities that you can do together that will create lasting memories. Here are 27 fun activities to do with your kids this summer:

So get out there and have some fun!

Summer is the perfect time to slow down and enjoy some quality time with your kids. There are endless opportunities for creating lasting memories and having fun together. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Summer Activities to Do At Home

There are plenty of fun summer activities that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. Whatever you decide to do, there’s no need to let the summer heat get you down.

1. Make homemade ice cream or popsicles for a cool treat. Here are a few recipes in case you need some inspiration:

• Colorful Unicorn Poop Ice Cream from 3 Boys and a Dog
• Cookies and Cream Ice Cream from Fried Dandelions
• Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles from Yummy Healthy Easy

2. Go camping in your backyard. While out in the backyard, the whole family can have a backyard scavenger hunt. The free printable includes picture clues so even your youngest kiddos can participate.

3. Build a fort out of blankets and pillows and have a indoor campout. The whole family will enjoy making indoor s’mores!

4. Make homemade pizzas for dinner and let the kids decorate them however they like. If you’re looking for ways to get creative with your homemade pizzas, check out these ideas:

• BBQ Chicken Pizza from Tastes Better From Scratch
• Classic Margherita Pizza from InStyle
• Cinnamon Crumb Dessert Pizza from Creations by Kara

5. Make tie-dyed shirts or canvas paintings to hang in your home.

6. Go stargazing on a clear night and look for constellations in the sky. Afterward, you can have your kids make constellations with marshmallows and toothpicks.

7. Make homemade cookies or cakes and decorate them together. Here are a few simple recipes you may want to try:

• 3-Ingredient Sugar Cookies from BellyFull
• Basic Vanilla Cake from PickleBums

8. Have a family game night and play some of your favorite board games or video games.

Summer Activities to Do Outside

Outdoors activities are some of the best ways to enjoy quality family time together. There are so many possibilities, and everyone can find something they love to do.

Here are some great outdoors activities to try out with your kids this summer!

9. Go on a nature hike and explore the great outdoors.

10. Go fishing and enjoy a peaceful day by the water.

11. Have a picnic in your backyard or at a local park.

12. Plant a garden together and watch it grow throughout the summer. If you’re new to gardening, here are some family gardening tips to get you started.

13. Go swimming at a nearby pool or lake.

14. Ride bikes around your neighborhood or on a trail. If you’ve got young kids, here are some tips for teaching your kids to ride a bike.

15. Play tennis, basketball, or another sport together.

16. Have a water balloon fight or squirt gun battle. These “bunch-o-balloons” are so easy to fill! You can fill 100 balloons in one minute!

17. Go on a scavenger hunt around your neighborhood or town. Before heading out, be sure to check out this bundle of printable scavenger hunts the whole family can enjoy.

18. Set up a lemonade stand and sell drinks to passersby. I love this done-for-you bundle of lemonade stand supplies!

Places to Go This Summer

19. Take a trip to the beach and build sandcastles together. You could even have the family participate in a beach scavenger hunt.

20. Play tourist for the day and visit some local landmarks or attractions that you’ve never seen before.

21. Play mini golf or go-karts for a fun day out.

22. Attend a baseball game or another sporting event together.

23. Visit a nearby amusement park or water park for a day of fun rides and slides.

The summertime can be a great opportunity to bond with your children and create lasting memories. We hope this list of activities will give you some ideas for how to spend quality time with your kids.

Whether you choose to stay home or explore the world around you, we know that these activities will help make this summer one to remember. Have fun!