School is out for summer! There is such a fun adrenaline rush that comes with these first weeks of summer. But don’t let the time pass you by! Because we all know the summer will fly by if you let it.
We have compiled the best summer bucket list ideas, plus we’ve created an adorable (colorable!) summer bucket list printable that you can download for FREE.
Scroll through. Get inspired. And make some fun summer plans!
Summer Bucket List Ideas:
The summer is a perfect time to experience new things or enjoy past time favorites. Here is a list of 30 summer bucket list ideas to help you get started on your own list. But don’t let this list limit your creativity, we would love to hear what else you want to add to your list this summer!
- Beach Day: Spend a day at the beach, swimming, sunbathing, and building sandcastles.
- Camping Trip: Go camping in a national park or local campground.
- Hiking Adventure: Explore a new hiking trail.
- Road Trip: Plan a road trip to visit a nearby city or attraction.
- Outdoor Concert: Attend an outdoor music festival or concert.
- Backyard BBQ: Host a barbecue with friends and family.
- Picnic in the Park: Pack a picnic and enjoy it at a local park.
- Water Sports: Try kayaking, paddleboarding, or jet skiing.
- Star Gazing: Spend a night stargazing and maybe catch a meteor shower.
- Farmers Market: Visit a farmers market and pick up fresh produce.
- Fruit Picking: Go to an orchard or farm to pick your own fruit.
- Amusement Park: Spend a day at an amusement park or water park.
- Biking: Go on a long bike ride through a scenic route.
- Gardening: Start a garden or add new plants to your existing one.
- DIY Project: Complete a DIY home or craft project. Here’s an idea or two 😉
- Photography: Take a photography day trip to capture nature or cityscapes.
- Volunteering: Volunteer for a local charity or community event.
- Reading: Create a summer reading list and enjoy some quiet time with good books.
- Cooking: Try out new summer recipes, particularly those that involve grilling or fresh ingredients.
- Learn Something New: Take a class or workshop, such as painting, cooking, or yoga.
- Fishing: Spend a day fishing at a local lake or river.
- Movie Marathon: Have a movie marathon with your favorite summer-themed films.
- Bonfire: Host a bonfire night with s’mores and storytelling.
- Zoo or Aquarium: Visit a local zoo or aquarium.
- Festival or Fair: Attend a summer fair or festival in your area.
- Sports Game: Watch a live sports game, like baseball or soccer.
- DIY Slip ‘N Slide: Create a slip ‘n slide in your backyard.
- Craft Fair: Visit a craft fair to support local artisans.
- Beach/Park Cleanup: Participate in a beach or park cleanup effort.
- Explore a New Hobby: Take up a new hobby like knitting, painting, or bird watching.
Free Summer Bucket List Printable
Below is the link for you to get your free summer bucket list printable.
One of my favorite things about this free printable is that it is colorable! It is a perfect activity to kick off your summer with. Break out those crayons and markers and let your kids (or you) personalize your summer bucket list.
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