Looking for something fun (and free) to do this summer with your family or friends? Summer is the best time of year for frugal, budget-friendly activities! There are tons of fun things that can be done for free during the summer months.
Check out these 40 ideas!
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Did I miss something? Let me know what your favorite free summer activity is in the comments below!
Outdoor Activities
- Go for walk.
- Swim at your community pool.
- Hit up a hiking trail.
- Go to the park.
- Get some exercise with a bike ride.
- Be a tourist in your own city and check out local landmarks.
- Have a barbecue.
- Host a bonfire.
- Get some sun at the beach.
- Bring your pooch to the dog park.
- Have a dog play date with your dog and your friends’ dogs.
- Enjoy a picnic.
- Attend a festival or parade.
- Play outdoor games like corn hole.
- Check a community calendar for free events.
- Take a day trip to a new place.
- Go on a scavenger hunt.
- Watch fireworks shows.
- Stargaze.
- Check out a botanical garden.
- Explore a nature center.
- Go to a farmer’s market
- Visit a county fair.
Indoor Activities for Humid or Rainy Days
- Have a board game night.
- Visit the library.
- Go to a free zoo.
- Learn a new skill.
- Have a photo shoot.
- Try a photography challenge.
- Join a meetup group.
- Host a clothes swap.
- Mall walk.
- Visit a free museum.
- Attend a free workout class.
- Watch a movie on Netflix.
- Read a book.
- Listen to a podcast.
- Volunteer.
- Learn a new recipe.
- Start a blog.
What’s your favorite free thing to do during the summer?
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