Create an Epic Summer Bucket List
Ahh, summertime! No school, warm weather, longer days… Just the thought of summer brings a smile to my face! But if you have young kids at home, you might be wondering what you’re going to do with them all summer.
Insert the summer bucket list! This fun tradition is a way to plan for summer and highlight a few activities you’re looking forward to. It’s also a perfect way to get kids excited about the next few months!
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There are lots of ways you can create a summer bucket list, but my favorite way is with this fun craft. It includes multiple templates for writing or drawing lists, so it’s perfect for kids of many different ages. And it also includes a bonus copy of the list of ideas you’re about to read!
If you’re looking for some inspiration for your summer bucket list, I’ve got you covered! Below are 90 ideas for your summer bucket list. They are roughly organized by category – outdoor, excursions, food, and indoor.
I hope this list serves as a starting place for you to dream up your own summer bucket list! You can use these ideas to create a plan for making wonderful memories this summer!
- Go to the park
- Swim in a pool
- Do a cannonball
- Build a sandcastle
- Collect seashells
- Do a nature scavenger hunt
—> Be sure to read my post here!: Nature Scavenger Hunt (Freebie!)
7. Play in a sprinkler (we love this one!)
8. Blow bubbles
9. Look at the stars
10. Eat lunch outside
11. Draw with sidewalk chalk
12. Jump rope
13. Climb a tree
14. Watch a sunset
15. Have a water balloon fight (try these reusable water balloons)
16. Go for a bike ride
17. Fly a kite
18. Have an outdoor movie night
19. Ride a scooter
20. Play hopscotch
21. Have a bonfire
22. Watch fireworks
23. Play on a slip-n-slide
24. Feed some ducks
25. Catch lightning bugs
26. Play in the rain
27. Wash the car
28. Play hopscotch
29. Use a hula hoop
30. Have a water gun fight
31. Ride a Ferris wheel
32. Create & complete a backyard obstacle course
33. Go bowling
34. Go to the zoo
35. Back to school shopping
36. Visit an amusement park
37. Go camping
38. Stay in a hotel
39. Play mini golf
40. Go fishing
41. Go to the beach
42. Take a road trip
43. Visit the aquarium
44. Go to a splash pad or water park
45. Go to a county fair
46. Volunteer in your community
47. Play at an indoor jump park
48. Explore a museum
49. Go on a boat ride
50. Go to a concert
51. Go to a parade
52. Visit the library
53. Go berry picking
54. Visit a state or national park
55. Have a park picnic
56. Go hiking
57. Bake cookies
58. Make homemade ice cream
59. Go to an ice cream shop
60. Have an ice cream sundae party
61. Have a barbeque
62. Make s’mores
63. Make homemade popsicles
64. Try a new food
65. Make lemonade
66. Grow food in a garden
67. Visit an ice cream truck
68. Bake a cake
69. Learn a new skill
70. Read a book
71. Clean your room
72. Play a new board game
73. Make tie-dye shirts
74. Complete a puzzle
75. Color a picture
76. Learn to juggle
77. Build a blanket fort
78. Paint a pet rock
79. Have a pajama day
80. Learn a magic trick
81. Have a family game night
82. Take a bubble bath
83. Write a letter and mail it
84. Create a puppet show
85. Learn the sign language alphabet
86. Do random acts of kindness
87. Donate old clothes & toys
88. Do a science experiment
89. Make friendship bracelets
90. Have a Disney movie marathon
So tell me – which items are definitely going on your summer bucket list? Comment below or message me on Instagram. I can’t wait to hear!
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