If money is tight or you’ve made it your mission to curb overspending, don’t worry. You can still have plenty of fun this summer without breaking the bank.
In fact, here are ten ideas for fun, cheap summer activities for you and the family this summer.
1. Host a movie day
If you’re a big movie fan, hosting a movie day is the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
Shut the drapes, grab the blankets and popcorn and chill with your favorite movies (or ones you’ve been dying to see for ages). Invite friends or family members and make a day of it. It’s a much cheaper alternative than visiting the movie theater and you get to avoid noisy movie-goers.
2. Spend a day in nature
Another cheap thing to try is to visit your local City park or a National park to take in some nature. You could either go for a leisurely stroll, a hike or take your bike to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. Or simply sit in your local park and people-watch in the sun.
3. Volunteer
Volunteering is one of the best free activities you can do because you get to have fun, learn new skills, and do some good in your community as well. So why not look for volunteering opportunities this summer in your local animal or children’s charities or an upcoming community event to help out with?
4. Take a staycation
If a week in the Bahamas is out of reach this summer, try a staycation in your local town instead.
Imagine you’re a tourist in your hometown or city. What activities would you plan out if you’ve never been here before? There are probably plenty of things you’ve overlooked as a resident, so do some research to find the best things to do in your city. Make a list of activities and attractions to visit and aim to hit them all this summer.
5. Go hiking
If you live near a good hiking spot you’ve never had a chance to check out, now’s the time. Grab your most comfortable footwear and head out into nature to enjoy the natural scenery and get some exercise at the same time.
6. Take the bike for a spin
For those who have a bicycle lying around, the summer is a perfect time to dust it off and take it out for a spin. It’s free, healthy, fun, and you can do it with friends or family. Plot out a scenic bike route and get pedaling.
7. Try geocaching
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunt where you use GPS to find hidden containers with little treasures. It’s a popular activity for families and children love it. Why not suggest it to other families in your community and turn it into a big event?
8. Make a picnic
If eating out at your favorite restaurant is out of your budget, try a picnic instead. It’ll get you out of the house and into the fresh air which could be just what you need.
Make some sandwiches, salads and load up on snacks before heading out with your biggest blanket and family or friends.
9. Visit the local library
The local library is the perfect place to spend some free time without having to spend money. You can catch up on your reading and enjoy the free air conditioning in the stifling summer months.
Many local libraries also offer community events, book clubs or cheap classes where you can pick up a new skill. For those with kids, libraries also have plenty of free activities, games as well as plenty of fun books to get kids into reading.
10. Try a 30-day challenge
One way to occupy yourself this summer (and friends or family) is to start a 30-day challenge.
This can be anything you want. It could be a new fitness challenge you’ve been meaning to try, a new skill you want to learn like painting or learning a new language. Maybe it’s a daily yoga or meditation challenge. Alternatively, you could create your own 30-day list of fun activities for a bit more variety.
30-day challenges are best shared with friends and family, so grab an accountability buddy and start your challenge this summer.
You definitely don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun this summer. Keeping yourself and your family occupied is easier than you think. Sit down with them and make a list of all the fun, cheap or free activities you all want to try out this summer.
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