Fun Free Activities to Do with Your Kids in the Summertime

As summer is quickly approaching I thought it would be fitting to write a blog post all about ways to entertain & have fun with your kids for free during the summertime.  Our family does a lot of fun activities that are rather inexpensive or completely free.  I am going to share them with you today so if you are on a budget or looking for some fun inexpensive things to do with your kids you have all the ideas you need right here!

Go on a Bike Ride

There is nothing more fun and exhilarating than a family bike ride.  My husband and I love to go mountain biking up in the mountains by our house so we love to take our kids on bike rides so one day they too will have a passion for mountain biking like we do.

Go on a Hike

There is something unique about getting out in nature and going on a hike with your family.  There is nothing I love more than after a long hike reaching the end point and feeling like you have accomplished something great.  It’s great to teach your kids from a young age to enjoy nature & to get out and exercise.

Visit a Splash Pad

We have many splash pads by our home right now.  Almost weekly during the hot summer months we pick and choose different splash pads to visit.  My kids love to run around and play in the water while I enjoy some time laying out catching some rays.  It’s a win, win for both mom and child.

Visit a City Festival

Throughout the summer months all the cities around put on festivals for their town.  Many of these festivals have free planned events that are fun to attend.  They have things like concerts in the park,  fireworks, live entertainment, craft booths, parades & other fun things to do.  Your children will love attending these events.

Summertime is a magical time of year and a time I always look forward to.  Nothing makes me happier than getting out of the house and doing fun activities with my husband and children.  I hope this list gave you some fun ideas for the upcoming summer to do with your family.

For more great ideas check out http://www.utahvalley.com/things-to-do/free/