Summer is the perfect time to make fun memories. I love that we get more sunlight and the days feel longer. It truly is the ideal time to do all the fun things.
Consider summer—and spring or fall, in certain climates—also known as heat wave season. Typically, steamy temps are synonymous with summer fun: People lounging poolside with a frosty beverage, catching a local baseball game, or grilling hot dogs in the evening sun.
Unfortunately, there's only so much binge-worthy Netflix you can watch and so many popsicles you can eat before you'll need to figure out new fun things to do at home.
Here are some fun things to do in the summer at home. You can do these things with your kids, family, friends, or by yourself to make a hot day at home more enjoyable.
HAVE A PICNIC IN YOUR LIVING ROOM
If it’s too hot to eat outside, set up a picnic in your living room. This is a fun way to change up your scenery and have an indoor lunch date.
All you need is a blanket or throw to sit on, and your favorite food. You could make sandwiches or put together a cute charcuterie board with your favorite meat, cheese, crackers, and fruit.
PLAY BOARD GAMES
Who doesn’t love board games? Board games are a great way to keep yourself entertained on a hot day indoors. They also force you to unplug and take a break from screens.
MAKE HOMEMADE LEMONADE
We always made lemonade at home when I was a kid, and it was so much fun. Lemonade makes a refreshing drink that is perfect to drink on a hot day at home.
BACKYARD GAMES
You can have tons of fun in your own backyard with these games and activities.
Sidewalk Chalk
Water Balloon Fight
Backyard Jenga or Yahtzee
Ladder Ball
GO ON A NATURE WALK
Go on a walk and notice all the beautiful nature around you. It is a fun and simple way to unplug from your phone and enjoy being in nature.
DO AN INDOOR SCAVENGER HUNT
Take advantage of your home’s interior nooks and crannies with a fun indoor scavenger hunt. Create a list of things to find, making the clues as tricky or straightforward as you like (and your kids’ ages allow). Either hide certain objects and let the gang hunt or send everyone on a search for very specific items or photos. A quick internet search for “indoor scavenger hunt clues” will give you fun templates and inspiration to steal from.
TRY INDOOR GARDENING
Bring the great outdoors inside on sweltering days. Plant some herbs or other fun great indoor greenery - try one of these varieties that doesn’t require any soil.
DO KARAOKE
No karaoke machine? No problem. Pull up YouTube or do a quick internet search for the karaoke versions of your favorite jams for an afternoon of song and dance.
READ A GRIPPING THRILLER
Or whatever genre you’re in the mood for that will pass the time! But when you’re hot, bored, and need something chilling to pass the time, you can’t go wrong with a suspenseful, page-turning thriller. Want something less goose-bump-inducing? Try a feel-good romance novel (if you can handle a little more heat) or choose another title from a list of the top must-read books of the year.
Make the most of some quality indoor time with these heat wave activities, fun things to do at home, crafts, and more. #adventure #summerbreak #realsimple