Beat the heat with these fun summer activities for kids that will keep your children entertained and engaged all season long! Let’s make this summer unforgettable for your little ones.
Dive into a universe of sun-soaked adventures, giggle-inducing games, and memory-making magic this summer with this list of 50+ fun-filled summer activities to complete. From outdoor adventures to creative projects, we’ve got you covered.
You won’t have to worry about hearing your children say they’re bored when you have all these exciting activities to do each day!
50+ Boredom-Busting Summer Activities for Kids
#1. Hiking
Take the kids out for a hike on your favorite hiking trail. It’s a great way to get out, experience the nice weather, and get some exercise.
#2. Camping
Take the kids camping for an experience of a lifetime. Pick the place to go camping and bring all the must-have accessories, such as flashlights, canned food, and swimwear!
#3. Bike Rides
Take a ride together throughout the neighborhood or on your favorite bike trail. It’s the perfect way to spend quality time talking and riding around.
#4. Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Plan an outdoor scavenger hunt to see what your children can find from the list, such as flowers, twigs, and even different types of insects. And if you are camping, print out this fun camping scavenger hunt and bring it with you on your trip. It’s a great way for your kids to discover nature!
#5. Have a Picnic
Plan a picnic at a local park. Enjoy a wholesome meal with the family while seated on the grass and having some of the best conversations.
#6. Hopscotch
Pull out the chalk and show your kids how to play hopscotch. It’s sure to keep them entertained for hours.
#7. Jump Rope
Show your little ones how to jump rope. If you know how to play double-dutch, you can even introduce them to it.
#8. Trip to the Zoo
Have a fun and educational trip to the zoo, where you can see all kinds of animals in different habitats. The kids will love seeing tigers, sharks, gorillas, and so much more.
#9. Kickball
Take a bouncy ball to the local park and play a game or two of kickball. It’s fun, entertaining, and a great way to get in some exercise for the day.
#10. Soccer
If you have soccer lovers at home, head over to a soccer field. Have a friendly competition with the kids. You can even do parents vs the kids.
#11. Basketball
Basketball is another great game to play with the children. You can go to a local playground with a basketball net and enjoy a few games with the kids.
#12. Board Games
Pull out some board games and have a family game day or game night. Let each person pick one board game to play.
If you want to add an educational component to playing game night, you can play money board games or math board games that will have your kids learning without knowing it!
#13. Baseball
Grab your baseball bat and ball and get ready to play some baseball. Have fun trying to hit the ball and run to the bases or strike out!
#14. Hide and Seek
Who doesn’t love a good ol’ game of hide and seek? Take turns being the hiders and the seekers so that everyone gets a chance for both.
#15. Tag
Tag is the kind of game that will surely get you moving. Run around chasing one another for loads of fun and laughs. Try different tag game variations and see which one is your child’s favorite!
#16. Kayaking
Consider heading to a lake or river for a day of kayaking. You can show the kids how to use the paddles to maneuver the kayak in the water.
#17. Road Trip
Head out on an exciting road trip to any destination you’d like. It’s a fantastic way to spend quality time with the kids on the road.
#18. Museums
Visit local museums that can teach your children all kinds of things about history, science, and more.
#19. Amusement Parks
Be sure to stop by some amusement parks for hours of fun in the sun. You can get on rides and enjoy festival-style food.
#20. Backyard Camping
Pitch a tent in the backyard and camp in the backyard. Watch the stars in the sky and even roast marshmallows on the grill.
#21. Blow Bubbles
Pull out the bubbles and give everyone a wand. You might even want to get a giant bubble maker to have all kinds of fun blowing and creating different bubbles in a variety of unique shapes.
#22. Sidewalk Chalk
Grab your sidewalk chalk and start drawing all kinds of things. Let the kids get as creative as they’d like using different colors to create fun murals.
#23. Bug Hunt
Go on a bug hunt with magnifying glasses in hand! See what types of insects you’ll come across in the backyard or even at a local park.
#24. Outdoor Painting
Paint with leaves and grass on canvas to create stunningly unique pieces. These colorful murals will look great hanging up on the walls of your home.
#25. Skateboarding
Teach the kids how to skateboard. Find out if there is a local skateboarding park in your area to visit.
#26. Bake Cookies
Pull out your favorite cookie recipe and get started. Show the kids how to bake delicious treats this summer.
#27. Start a Garden
Build a garden together while planting all kinds of seeds for fruits, vegetables, and even flowers. Here are 35+ simple yet fun gardening activities your kids will love doing all summer long!
#28. Visit a Local Farm
Head over to a local farm to visit the animals and buy fresh, flavorful produce with the kiddos.
#29. Have a Water Balloon Fight
Buy balloons, fill them with water, and go to war. A water balloon fight is super fun on those hot, humid days.
#30. Visit the Playground
Take the kids to the playground to run around and have fun. Get on the slides, swings, and more!
#31. Go Swimming
Swim in the backyard or visit a local pool where your kids can test out their swimming skills. It’s a great way to cool down on a hot summer’s day.
#32. Do a Science Experiment
Look up different science experiments to do with the kids. Find one you like, gather your supplies, and get started.
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#33. Create a Bird Feeder
Teach the children how to make a bird feeder using different supplies, such as a plastic container and string. It’s a fun way to spend the day! If you need a little inspiration, check out the DIY popsicle stick bird feeder and pine cone bird feeder tutorials.
#34. Go to the Trampoline Park
Let the kids waste some energy jumping around at the trampoline park. Don’t be surprised if they don’t want to leave.
#35. Finger Paint
Pull out the paint and some paper or blank canvases and have a finger painting session. Things will get messy but it’s so much fun.
#36. Make Slime
Work with your kids to make slime using glue, eye contact solution, and a few other ingredients. It’s easy to make and you can customize the slime with different ingredients and extras.
We made a blood slime model to teach the kids about the components of blood.
#37. Make Edible Play Dough
Get a recipe for edible dough using peanut butter, flour, and a few other ingredients. The kids can sculpt masterpieces and you don’t have to worry about it if a little bit of play dough ends up in their mouths!
#38. Watch a Movie
Pick a good movie to watch with the kids. Don’t forget to grab the popcorn and treats!
#39. Make a Slip and Slide
Put a canvas tarp in the backyard and wet it while adding soap to it to create a slip-and-slide for the kids.
#40. Paint Rocks
Grab some rocks and paint them with different colors. See who can make the cutest painted rock!
#41. Go to the Lake
Take a relaxing trip to the lake. Hang out by the water, play games on the sand, and have a wonderful time.
#42. Go Fishing
Take the kids out fishing to see who can catch what. You never know what you may end up coming home with at the end of the day.
#43. Visit Your Favorite Water Park
Spend the day at your favorite water park. Get on slides, hang out in the lazy river, and have fun in the sun.
#44. Have a Lemonade Stand
Let the kids set up a lemonade stand. Water, lemon, and sugar are all you’ll need to get started!
#45. Go to a Splash Pad
Look for a fun splash pad in your area. The kids will love running around in the water on a hot day.
#46. Play Ring Toss
Set up a friendly competition of ring toss to see who can get the most rings on the stick first.
#47. Go Whale Watching
Go on a whale-watching adventure to see what types of marine animals you might see. You could even come across a few dolphins while you’re in the deep sea.
#48. Clean Up a Local Park
Do a nice deed by taking the kids to clean up a local park. Pick up trash and contribute to making the Earth a healthier, cleaner place.
#49. Go Foraging
Have fun foraging with the kids to see what kinds of fruits and veggies you may find growing, such as berries and carob pods.
#50. Paint by Number
Buy a few paint-by-number sets and go to town with them. They’ll keep the kids busy on days when it’s raining outside.
#51. Make Oobleck
Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid similar to slime, but only with two ingredients! With only cornstarch and water, your kids will have fun playing with this special fluid for hours.
#52. Paddleboarding
My kids love paddleboarding because it gives them the option of standing up or even lying down on the paddleboard while on the river or lake. Grab an inflatable paddleboard that is easy to pack up and inflate anywhere you go!
#53. Go Rockhounding
Rockhounding is a fun outdoor activity that involves searching for and collecting various types of rocks, minerals, gems, and fossils. Grab a rock tumbler and turn those rocks into polished jewelry!
#54 Visit the Beach
There’s something magical about taking your kids to the beach, feeling the warm sand beneath your toes, and hearing their laughter fill the air. The beach offers endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, and bonding, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
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With these 50+ activities, you’ll never have to worry about the kids feeling too bored throughout the long summer months!
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