Looking for some fun summer activities that the entire family can enjoy? We’ve got you covered.
In a few short months, the kids will be on summer vacation, and you’re going to have to find some fun things the entire family can enjoy. If you’re running short on ideas, don’t worry; you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together a fun host of activities that you can do with the entire family, and you don’t have to worry about doing them all at once. However, when you do go out, at least you’ll have some options. Here are fifty fun activities the entire family can enjoy.
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1. Go to the Movies
The movie theatres have reopened, and as long as you’re safely social-distancing, this is a great way for the entire family to go out and have some fun. Grab some movie snacks and drinks and watch your favorite movie. It’s also a great way to have some peace and quiet (at least for a few hours) as the kids won’t be running and yelling while the movie is on.
2. Bowling
If you’re looking for something a little more active, consider bowling. It’s a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy, and it’s a great way to get everyone moving. You can even make it a competition to see who can get the most strikes.
3. Visit an Amusement Park
Amusement parks are starting to open up again, and if you’re looking for some fun, this is the place to go. From roller coasters to Ferris wheels, there’s something for everyone at the amusement park. Just make sure you follow all the safety guidelines that are in place.
4. Go Berry Picking
Berry picking is a fun summer activity that the whole family can enjoy. While you can buy them at the store, it’s much more enjoyable to go to a local farm and pick your own berries. Either way, it’s a fun way to get everyone outside and enjoy the summer sun.
5. Visit a Farmers Market
Farmers’ markets are a great way to support local businesses, and they’re also a fun place to take the family. There’s usually live music, fresh produce, and homemade goods. It’s a great way to spend a Saturday morning.
6. Visit a Local Park
Parks are open, and they’re a great place to take the family for some fresh air. You can go for a hike, have a picnic, or just explore your surroundings. It’s a great way to spend some time together and get some exercise at the same time.
7. Have a Scavenger Hunt
This is a fun activity that you can do anywhere – at home, at the park, or even at the mall. Give everyone a list of things to find, and see who can find them all first. It’s a great way to explore your surroundings and have some fun while you’re doing it.
8. Go on a Bike Ride
Another great way to get some exercise is to go for a bike ride. You can either do this on your own or as a family. If you’re going as a family, make sure everyone has a bike that fits them properly and that they know how to ride before you head out.
9. Have a Water Balloon Fight
This is a fun activity for a hot summer day. Fill up some water balloons and have a fight with the whole family. Be careful not to break any windows, and make sure everyone is having fun. Just be careful not to hit anyone in the face.
10. Go Swimming
Swimming is a great way to cool off on a hot summer day, and it’s also a lot of fun. You can either go to the beach, the pool, or even a lake. Just make sure you’re being safe and that everyone knows how to swim before you get in the water.
11. Make Sunprints
This is a fun activity that you can do with the kids. All you need is some paper and the sun. Place the paper in the sun for a few minutes, and then remove it. You’ll see a print of whatever was on the paper. It’s a fun way to make art with the family.
12. Have a Campout in the Backyard
You don’t have to go far to have a fun campout. Set up a tent in the backyard and sleep under the stars. You can tell stories, roast marshmallows, and just enjoy each other’s company. It’s a great way to spend some time together as a family.
13. Make Homemade Popsicles
This is a fun and easy activity that the whole family can enjoy. There are plenty of recipes online for homemade popsicles, so you can find one that everyone will like. They’re a great way to cool off on a hot summer day.
14. Go to the Zoo
If you’re looking for a fun day trip, consider going to the zoo. You can learn about different animals, see them up close, and even feed some of them. It’s a great way to spend a day with the family.
15. Play Mini Golf
Mini golf is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to spend some time together and have some fun. Just be careful not to hit the ball too hard or you might break something.
16. Go Camping
Camping is a great way to spend some time together as a family. You can explore nature, go hiking, and sit around the campfire at night. It’s a fun activity for all ages, and it’s a great way to bond with your family.
17. Go Fishing
Fishing is another great activity for all ages. It’s a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. If you don’t have a lot of experience, there are plenty of fishing spots that offer lessons.
18. Blow Bubbles Together
This is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. All you need is some bubble solution and a few straws. Blow the bubbles and see who can make the biggest one. It’s a great way to have some fun together.
19. Have a Movie Night
Stay in and have a fun movie night with the entire family. You can make popcorn and snacks, and everyone can pick their favorite movie to watch. It’s a great way to spend some time together without having to leave the house.
20. Make Homemade Pizzas
Making pizzas from scratch is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can make them as simple or as complicated as you want. Once you’re done, you can sit down and enjoy a delicious meal together.
21. Go to an Arcade
An arcade is a great place to take the family for some fun. You can play games, win prizes, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your family.
22. Have a Game Night
Stay in and have a fun game night with the family. You can play all of your favorite board games, or you can try out some new ones. It’s a great way to spend some time together and have some fun.
23. Go-Karting
If you’re looking for an adrenaline-pumping activity, go-karting is the perfect option. It’s a fun activity for all ages, and it’s a great way to spend some time together as a family. Just be sure to wear proper safety gear.
24. Visit a Trampoline Park
Trampoline parks are a fun place to take the family. You can jump around, play games, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to get some exercise.
25. Fly a Kite
Flying a kite is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to spend some time together and get some fresh air. Plus, it’s a great way to teach your kids about physics.
26. Have a Picnic
A picnic is a great way to spend some time together as a family. You can pack a lunch, head to the park, and enjoy the outdoors. It’s a fun activity for all ages, and it’s a great way to bond with your family.
27. Play Dodgeball
This is a fun game that the whole family can play together. You can either play it inside or outside, depending on your preference. Just make sure everyone knows the rules before you start playing.
28. Play Tag
Tag is a fun game that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to get everyone moving, and it’s a great way to have some fun. Just be sure not to play too rough.
29. Jump Rope
Jumping rope is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to get some exercise, and it’s a great way to have some fun. Just be sure to keep an eye on your kids so they don’t trip and fall.
30. Play Hide and Seek
Hide and seek is a fun game that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to get everyone moving, and it’s a great way to have some fun. Just be sure not to play too rough.
31. Go Roller Skating
Roller skating is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to spend some time together and have some fun. Plus, it’s a great way to improve your balance and coordination.
32. Visit a Flea Market
Flea markets are a great place to take the family. You can find interesting treasures, bargain for good deals, and have a blast.
33. Go Geocaching
Geocaching is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can explore different areas, find hidden treasures, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your family.
34. Make Homemade Ice Cream
Making ice cream from scratch is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can make it as simple or as complicated as you want. Once you’re done, you can sit down and enjoy a delicious treat together.
35. Go on a Nature Hike
Nature hikes are a great way to spend some time together as a family. You can explore different areas, see interesting wildlife, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your family.
36. Play Catch
Playing catch is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to spend some time together and have some fun. Plus, it’s a great way to improve your hand-eye coordination.
37. Visit a Waterpark
Waterparks are a fun place to take the family. You can ride different slides, play in the water, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to beat the heat.
38. Visit a Museum
Museums are a great place to take the family. You can learn about different cultures, see interesting artwork, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your family.
39. Play Frisbee
Playing frisbee is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. It’s a great way to spend some time together and have some fun. Plus, it’s a great way to improve your hand-eye coordination.
40. Go Stargazing
Stargazing is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can learn about different constellations, see shooting stars, and have a blast. Plus, it’s a great way to bond with your family.
41. Road Trip to a Nearby City
Road trips are a great way to spend some time together as a family. You can explore different areas, see new sights, and have a blast.
42. Attend a Concert
Attending a concert is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can listen to your favorite music, dance together, and have a blast.
43. Paint Rocks Together
Painting rocks is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can let your creativity shine, and you can have a blast doing it together.
44. Make a Fort
Making a fort is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can use blankets, chairs, and anything else you can find to make it. Once you’re done, you can sit down and enjoy your creation together.
45. Have a Hula-Hoop Contest
A hula hoop contest is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can see who can keep the hula-hoop going the longest, and you can have a blast doing it together.
46. Bake Cookies Together
Baking cookies is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can make them from scratch or use a mix. Once you’re done, you can sit down and enjoy your delicious creation together.
47. Do a Jigsaw Puzzle Together
Doing a jigsaw puzzle is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can work together to solve it, and you can have a blast doing it.
48. Visit a Drive-In Movie Theater
Drive-in movie theaters are a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can watch your favorite movies from the comfort of your car, and you don’t have to worry about finding a babysitter.
49. Have a Bonfire
Having a bonfire is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can roast marshmallows, make s’mores, and have a blast. Just be sure to be safe and not get too close to the fire.
50. Build a Sandcastle
Building a sandcastle is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy. You can use buckets, shovels, and anything else you can find to make it. Once you’re done, you can sit down and admire your creation together.
These are just a few fun things that the whole family can enjoy. There are plenty of other fun activities out there, so get creative and have fun!