Happy Family Fun Month!

You aren’t able to choose your family, but fortunately, you are able to choose what you do with your family! August is Family Fun Month. Summer is winding down, school is about to begin once again, so why not make the most out of the month and create long-lasting memories with your loved ones?

Summer always seems to go by too fast; there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day for vacations, ice cream shop visits, and not to mention sleep. Luckily for you, we have created a list of fun activities for each day of August to enjoy those last bits of summer playtime before the busy school season begins again!

1. Go on a picnic. In case you didn’t get to celebrate National Picnic Month in July, now is the perfect time to! Find your local park here!
2. Make a family garden. Nothing brings a family together like farm-to-table food! Check out what is in season and plant for the fall.
3. DIY craft projects. Think of things you and your family members could use around your house to make your life easier. Whether it be a new corkboard to manage family schedules, etc. or storage bins for organizational purposes, the possibilities are endless!
4. Make breakfast together. Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast! Make a list of your favorite breakfast items and shop local!
5. Create your own bubbles. Get outside and have some fun! Check out this easy recipe for bubbles.
6. Have a movie night. Each family member picks out a favorite movie and randomly select two or three out of a hat to watch. Don’t forget your popcorn!
7. Create a fort. This can be done in your living room, kitchen, basement, etc. Use chairs and blankets and let your imagination run wild!
8. Make a scrapbook. Find fun family pictures that highlight your favorite memories and make a book using random paper scraps around your house to eliminate waste.
9. Host a family game night. Gather your board games, card games, video games, and have a friendly family competition with prizes for each game.
10. Go to your local beach or lake. August weather is great for fun in the sun!
11. Go to an amusement park. Rides, games, and funnel cakes galore… This is a great bonding experience for the whole family, especially the members that need a hand holding on a roller coaster.
12. Clean out your belongings and donate them to your local thrift store. Not only will you make room for more family activities in your home, you will lend a hand to those in need when you donate! Check out this guide on what and what not to donate.
13. Go shopping at your local thrift store. Why not find a funky a new outfit after donating your unused belonging?
14. Visit your local botanical garden. Nature is a gift that keeps on giving. Share that gift with your loved ones!
15. Pick a day to volunteer together. Giving back to your community is heartwarming and a great way to strengthen family values. Volunteer Match is a great place to browse volunteer opportunities near you. You can also check out volunteer opportunities with SpeedyQ Drive here!
16. Go to a water park. The clock is ticking for pool activities. Go on as many water slides as possible!
17. Go to your local library. Sometimes silence is a beautiful way to enjoy another’s company. Each family member chooses a book to read, then discuss them with each other.
18. Have a dance party! Get your daily exercise in, have a dance battle, play your favorite tunes and dance the evening away.
19. Visit a family member you haven’t seen in a while. Why not make a day in August a whole family affair? Go to lunch or dinner with a distant family member, or take a full family vacation.
20. Plan a scavenger hunt. This could be done in your house, backyard, or around your neighborhood. Get your kids to put on their thinking caps and create a fun, but challenging scavenger hunt for them to win prizes!
21. Go to a museum. Find a museum that you feel would be the most interesting for your kids. Think of art, science, history, etc.!
22. Watch a new show on Netflix. The platform is always coming out with new, original shows. Make a family show night and before you know it, you will be discussing favorite scenes and characters with each other. You can find a list of originals here.
23. Go bowling! A lot of bowling alleys have specials during the summer, especially for families. Find your closest one and browse their summer specials!
24. Create a dessert. Most children (and adults) have a sweet tooth. Here is a list of healthier dessert recipes for the whole family.
25. Bird watch in your backyard. This activity is exciting and educational. Grab a book with different types of birds and learn more about the wildlife that calls your backyard a home. You might even be inspired to create a birdhouse for them to nest in!
26. Create a puppet show or play. Let your children’s imagination run wild. Make puppets out of old socks or gloves and set up a place for them to perform their creation.
27. Make a lemonade stand. When life gives you lemons, squeeze them and make lemonade! This is a great way for your children to learn how to manage money, even if it is a small amount!
28. Camp outside. Choose to camp in your backyard or camp at a local campground. Don’t know where to go? This site can help you out!
29. Do yoga together. If you’ve had a long week of activities, why not slow it down with the practice of yoga. It’s great for the body and mind!
30. Invite another family over for dinner, movies, and games. Get to know your neighbors, or make new memories with old family friends!
31. Go on a road trip. The best to end a summer full of adventures is with one last big adventure. Set out to a new place close or far. On your way out, don’t forget to fuel up at SpeedyQ stores to reduce your tailpipe emissions by up to 30%! Learn more here.

There you have it. With this list, there is no way you will be bored during the month of August. Spending time with your family creates a bond like no other! From SpeedyQ Drive to you, Happy Family Fun Month!