30 Summer Bucket List Ideas
Ah, summer is HERE.
As a kid, summer meant carefree days swimming, relaxing, spending time with friends, and NO SCHOOL.
As an adult, the summer season is a bit different. Unlike my childhood self, most summer days are spent working. Even though the summer season may look or feel a bit different than previous ones, I believe you can still make Summer 2021 a great one!
Thinking about this upcoming summer, I am hopeful. More things are opening up, people are feeling more comfortable to gather together, and the overall vibe is positive. Plus, the weather is warmer and that seasonal depression is starting to disappear a bit.
As we enter the summer months, I thought it’d be fun to compile some bucket list ideas in case you’re looking for some creative things to do! I can’t take credit for all of these ideas, though. Thank you to everyone who replied to my Instagram Story sharing what’s on your summer bucket list!
Disclaimer: Some of these do require you spending money, but I tried to think of both free and inexpensive options to give you some ideas!
Plan a beach or pool day (or both!)
Go to an amusement park (Hershey Park is one of my faves!)
Go to a baseball game
Go to a museum or art gallery
Host a small dinner party
Watch a new TV show (Loki is now available on Disney+, by the way!)
Clean out your clothes and donate to Goodwill
Go thrifting
Surprise someone with coffee
Complete a 30-day challenge
Host an outdoor movie night
Create a summer playlist
Watch the sun rise
Take your dog to a dog park
Go to a farmer’s market
Visit a new coffee shop
Read books from your own bookshelf
Go parasailing
Play Scrabble at the beach
Visit a new state
Spend more time in nature
Do a small act of kindness (here are 30 small acts of kindness you can do from home)
Hike a new trail or do a weekend camping trip
Have a picnic
Do a DIY project
Treat yourself to ice cream or water ice
Learn a new skill
Work towards a personal goal or milestone
Plant a garden