Spring has sprung, the weather is turning warmer, the sun is shining, and summer vacation is just around the corner! Whether you’re spending your summer trotting around the globe, day tripping close to home, or enjoying the peace and quiet of your own backyard, a summer bucket list is a great way to get everyone excited about what lies ahead.
What is a bucket list, you may ask. Well, this is list of activities that are your “must do” or “want to do” in your lifetime. In this case, a summer bucket list would be all of the activities that you want to accomplish in the summer.
We often let our children make a summer bucket list together, and try to steer some of their list items if we know ahead of time what our plans may be. If we know we’ll be at the ocean, then looking for shells and building sandcastles would be on our list. This year, we know we’ll be spending some more time locally and doing shorter trips so list items such as making tie dye shirts, going to the playground, and visiting friends may be more common items on our summer bucket list.
Looking for inspiration to create your own summer bucket list? You’re in the right place! Check out these fun ideas that are sure to spark your creativity and help you develop a list that’s perfect for your family. Let’s get started on making this summer unforgettable
100 Summer Bucket List Ideas
1. Make lemonade
2. Draw with sidewalk chalk
3. Paint rocks with positive messages to leave around your neighborhood
4. Blow bubbles
5. Attend a summer festival
6. Visit a playground
7. Visit a library
8. Read at least 5 books
9. Have a picnic
10. Go swimming
11. Play in the sprinkler
12. Go Fishing
13. Watch Fireworks
14. Have a bonfire
15. Toast marshmallows/make s’mores
16. Visit a museum
17. Eat ice-cream
18. Go to a movie theater
19. Visit a farmer’s market
20. Make tie dye shirts
21. Make homemade playdoh
22. Have a water balloon fight
23. Go for a bike or scooter ride
24. Have a dance party
25. Build a backyard obstacle course
26. Visit a park and try hiking a new trail. (Don’t forget to pack the essentials!)
27. Go to a sporting event
28. Plant flowers or vegetables
29. Watch a parade
30. Play mini-golf
31. Go to a theme park
32. Learn how to cook a new meal together
33. Visit a botanical garden or arboretum
34. Fly a kite
35. Make/decorate cupcakes
36. Go berry picking
37. Build a “Little Free Library“
38. Go camping
39. Chase Fireflies
40. Do a science experiment
41. Go bowling
42. Schedule a factory tour
43. Go geo-caching
44. Do random acts of kindness
45. Go to an outdoor concert
46. Have a BBQ
47. Go to the zoo
48. Have a pajama day
49. Try a new food
50. Make smoothies
51. Play in the rain
52. Visit a historical landmark
53. Visit a sunflower field
54. Write a letter to a friend
55. Visit a family member
56. Go on a road trip
57. Watch a sunrise/sunset
58. Learn a new language
59. Make a video together
60. Plan an arts and crafts activity
61. Have ice cream for dinner
62. Plan a staycation
63. Build a fairy garden
64. Go Stargazing
65. Find a waterfall
66. Have a yardsale
67. Do yoga together
68. Have a screen free day
69. Try a DIY Pinterest Project
70. Keep a summer journal
71. Do a jigsaw puzzle
72. Go on a scavenger hunt
73. Make a summer soundtrack
74. Try a new hobby
75. Go birdwatching
76. Visit a waterpark
77. Try a new restaurant
78. Paint pottery
79. Have a playdate with friends
80. Host a luau
81. Explore a city
82. Have a self-care/spa day
83. Find an area to pick up litter
84. Go to a fair
85. Sing Kareoke
86. Choreograph a dance routine
87. Go for a run/walk
88. Make a summer scrapbook/photo collage
89. Go on a boat ride
90. Volunteer
91. Ride Go-Karts
92. Visit a local farm or petting zoo
93. Have a parent/child date day
94. Play Laser Tag
95. Learn a new game
96. Start a collection
97. Visit a spray park
98. Go rock climbing
99. Eat at a food truck
100. Have a family game night
Summer is the perfect time to create lasting memories with your family. By creating a bucket list of fun and exciting activities, you can make the most of the season and ensure that your kids have an unforgettable summer. Whether you choose to explore new places, try new foods, or simply spend time together as a family, the possibilities are endless. So go ahead, get creative, and make this summer your best one yet! I hope this list of ideas has inspired you to get started on your own summer bucket list and that you and your family have a fantastic time ticking off each adventure!
