27/07/2023
Ultimate summer bucket list for kids
Summertime is about freedom, fun and adventures (not all of these need to cost the earth or be pre planned). But as holiday camp providers, we at Barracudas know a thing or two about having fun and keeping kids entertained.
Here is our ultimate bucket list for kids this summer
- Build a den challenge: Encourage creativity and teamwork by building a cool den or fort
- Make Jelly: A fun and tasty activity that kids can enjoy making and eating
- Family games night: Have a blast playing board games or card games with the whole family
- Go to the seaside: Spend a day at the beach, building sandcastles and splashing in the waves
- Go on a bike ride: Explore the outdoors and go for a bike ride with friends or family
- Build a new LEGO creation: Let imagination run wild and create something amazing with LEGO
- Have a scavenger hunt: Organize a scavenger hunt to add an element of adventure to their day
- Geocaching: Engage in a modern-day treasure hunt using GPS to find hidden caches
- Visit a city: Take a trip to a nearby city to explore its attractions and culture
- Do some tie-dye: Get creative with tie-dyeing shirts or other fabric items
- Have a water balloon fight: Cool off and have fun with a classic water balloon battle
- Try out a new activity or sport: Introduce kids to something new and exciting
- Find a new park: Discover a new park to play and have fun in
- Learn a new skill: Whether it's playing an instrument or learning a new dance move, the summer is perfect for picking up new skills
- Have a camp out: Set up a tent and have a camping adventure in the backyard or a safe outdoor spot
- Make a new friend: Encourage socialisation and bonding by making new friends
- Cook a meal together: Get kids involved in the kitchen and teach them how to prepare a meal. (Including the washing up!)
- Play mini golf: Enjoy a fun and challenging round of mini golf
- Go swimming: Take a dip in a pool, lake, or the ocean to beat the heat
- Have a park picnic: Pack some delicious snacks and have a picnic in the park
- Watch a new movie: Have a movie night with a new and exciting film
- Make a garden obstacle course: Transform the backyard into an obstacle course for physical fun
- Go on a train or bus ride: Enjoy a different mode of transportation for a change
- Make ice-cream sandwiches: Combine wafers and ice cream for a tasty treat
- Make a summer project: Engage in a creative project, like making a scrapbook or crafting
- Try out a new holiday camp: Explore a new holiday camp for a different experience
- Have a sleepover: Host a fun sleepover with friends
- Bake a cake: Spend time in the kitchen and bake a delicious cake together
- Go on a nature walk: Take a walk in nature, observe wildlife, and appreciate the outdoors
- Make some bird feeders: Attract birds to the garden with homemade bird feeders
- Collect sea shells: Gather beautiful sea shells at the beach
- Go strawberry picking: Enjoy the fresh air while picking strawberries
- Have a BBQ: Organise a family barbecue with delicious food and fun
- Go to the library: Spend some quiet time at the library exploring books and stories
- Roast marshmallows: Have a bonfire and roast marshmallows
- Climb trees: Engage in outdoor play and climb trees safely
- Go to a funfair: Experience the excitement of rides and games at a funfair
- Have a kitchen disco: Turn up the music and dance like nobody's watching
- Plant some flowers: Learn about gardening and plant colourful flowers
- Go puddle jumping: Embrace the rain and jump in puddles
- Have a pizza party: Make and customise pizzas for a tasty gathering
- Read a new book: Discover a new world through reading
- Go to a museum: Explore history, art, or science at a museum
- Play hide and seek: Enjoy the classic game of hide and seek
- Go for a hike: Take a hike in nature and enjoy the scenery
With this fantastic bucket list, kids are sure to have an unforgettable summer filled with freedom, fun, and adventures. Barracudas camps will tick a few of these off too!
We know the summer holidays is a long stretch and can be logistical nightmare for parents. The fingers down a chalkboard battle cry of 'I'm bored' ringing in our ears. Whilst there are some great activity ideas right here, activity camps also provide blessed relief for parents and amazing experiences for kids!
Barracudas has been operating for over 30 years, Ofsted registered and with an excellent Trustpilot rating with over 1,200 independent parent reviews so far. With 6 activity sessions a day and a choice for every one, you'll know they'll be in safe hands and living their best lives with us this summer.