Summer vacation has started for many of you. Are your kids complaining that they’re bored yet? With almost 3 months of no school, it can be overwhelming to try to and fill your schedule with fun activities. Not to mention some things can get quite expensive! Below I’ve come up with a list of 40 free and cheap kids summer activities you can pick through and add to your calendar. Be sure to pin the handy image below to save this list for later!
1.) Play at a splash pad
2.) Have a picnic
3.) Summer reading program at your local library
4.) Visit an outlet mall
5.) Make popsicles
6.) Visit a farmer’s market
7.) Eat S’mores
8.) Go to a free concert
9.) Go to a free class
10.) Have a sleepover in the living room
11.) Free zoo/aquarium/museum admission days
12.) Blow bubbles
14.) Go swimming
15.) Play with chalk
16.) Make your own sidewalk paint
17.) Go on a nature scavenger hunt
18.) Do a puzzle
19.) Have a tea party
20.) Play at the library
21.) Have a family movie night
23.) Have a dance party
24.) Ride bikes/tricycles
25.) Make a bird feeder
26.) Go on a treasure hunt
27.) Play in the sprinkler
28.) Visit garage sales
29.) Have an indoor spa day
30.) Watch fireworks
31.) Grow a vegetable garden
32.) Go on a hike
34.) Get ice cream from the ice cream truck
35.) Make an indoor fort
36.) Play in the rain
37.) Have a pillow fight
38.) Play hopscotch
39.) Fly a kite
40.) Go to a fair
What are your favorite summer activities? Leave a comment and let us know!
Jaime is a Nutrition Coach through the ISSA and professional writer. She has 4 years experience coaching and 9 years experience in writing. She enjoys cooking easy meals, running, and learning more about food.
Jaime specializes in helping women with ADHD learn to meal plan and cook healthier meals without getting overwhelmed.