Today I’m sharing a Spring into Summer Bucket list with fun things for you and your kids to do this month. We only have a few weeks left in school, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the longer daylight hours together outdoors. If you happen to be kid-free, you too can enjoy these easy (and mostly FREE) activities to celebrate spring turning into summer.
40 Spring Into Summer Bucket List Ideas for Families
Looking for easy, fun ways to enjoy the longer days and warmer weather with your kids? This spring into summer bucket list is filled with simple, mostly free activities to help your family slow down and make memories together before the busy season kicks in.
Outdoor Adventures
- Go to a baseball game
- Take a nature walk or go hiking
- Plant a garden
- Watch the sunset
- Watch the sunrise
- Visit a farm
- Fly a kite
- Go on a picnic
- Visit a farmer’s market
- Feed ducks at a pond
- Build a birdhouse
- Go berry picking
- Visit a tulip farm
- Go to a local beach
- Go swimming in a pool or lake
- Visit a splash pad
- Go on a family bike ride
- Go on a scenic drive
- Take a day trip to a new town
- Visit a playground
Seasonal Spring & Summer Fun
- Spring clean your home
- Attend an outdoor concert
- Visit an amusement park or church fair
- Go to an aquarium
- Have a backyard movie night
- Catch fireflies after dark
- Have a water balloon fight
- Make homemade popsicles
- Have a campfire and make s’mores
- Eat dinner outside
Simple At-Home Memories
- Read a book outside
- Create a summer playlist
- Have a game night
- Do a DIY craft day
- Write chalk art on the driveway
Family & Memory-Making Ideas
- Let your child plan a family adventure
- Go on an ice cream date
- Take a family photo challenge
- Visit a library or bookstore
- Make your own family summer bucket list together
No matter how you spend your days, the goal is simple: slow down, get outside, and enjoy this in-between season while it lasts.
Check out RAINY DAY SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS here.
Things to Do in Connecticut During the Spring
Spring in New England can be tricky – sometimes it is cold and rainy for days – other times its 75 and sunny. Whenever it’s nice out we make a point to take advantage of the beautiful weather! Here are a few fun things to do in Connecticut during the spring:
- Take a spring hike (check out the 10 best trails in CT)
- Visit a farm
- Eat ice cream (We love Sweet Creams in Wallingford)
- Visit the Beardsley Zoo
- Visit Gillette Castle State Park in East Haddam
- Shop at a farmer’s market
- Visit Castle Craig in Meriden
- Visit Hammonasset Beach State Park
- Visit Mystic Aquarium (read all about our trip to Mystic, CT here!)
- Ride the Essex Steam Train
What Our Family Is Looking Forward to This Summer
When I first created this bucket list in 2022, Annabelle and Ailey were still little enough that a trip to the playground could fill an entire afternoon and a popsicle was the highlight of their day. Arbor was not yet crawling and content to watch her sisters play on the playground. Now Annabelle is on the cusp of seventh grade, Ailey is approaching 1-0 and Arbor is… Arbor… and summer feels completely different.
The big sisters at 12 and 9 years old are becoming more independent, more social, and often more interested in making plans with friends than tagging along on a family adventure. As bittersweet as that can be, it has made me appreciate summer in a new way. I know our years of family of 5 vacations, late-night bike rides, backyard movie nights, and spontaneous day trips won’t last forever. Every summer seems to move a little faster than the one before it.
This year, we’re looking forward to slowing down when we can, saying yes to more adventures, and making the most of the time we have together before another school year begins. Some of the activities on this bucket list are traditions we’ve loved for years, while others are new ideas we can’t wait to try.
No matter how old your kids are, I hope this list inspires you to soak up the sunshine, make a few memories, and enjoy the magic that summer always seems to bring.
Want to make your own Ultimate Spring into Summer Bucket List?
Hi Caitlin,
I am the new manager of the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre in Fairfield, CT. One part of my job is creating unique family events, we are trying to do these events on Sundays.
We just officially opened this past September and I have only been there 6 months.
Our first event is an adorable dog show that tours the country and even performed for the White House. All the dogs were rescued and then trained to do amazing and fun tricks.
After these last two years it really is exactly what families are looking for. Since we are so new I was wondering if you would help me share it to your followers. I want to bring smiles to as many little faces as I can.
I would love to send you the links if it is allowed.
I also have a video if you would like me to send you that.
Thank you so much for your consideration.
Maureen