Looking for some Summer bucket list ideas?
From a picnic at the beach to creating a summer wardrobe, check out this curated list of 101 Summer bucket list ideas.
What is a Summer Bucket List
Creating a summer bucket list is a fun way to intentionally carve time within your schedule to complete some fun activities.
Plus, the bucket list can act as a fantastic guide when you’re looking for something to do.
Lastly, it can help you take advantage of wonderful seasonal activities that only happen during the summer.
Summer Bucket List Ideas
1. Go to an amusement park
2. Go stargazing
3. Spend a day at the beach
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4. Take sunset pictures
5. Visit a zoo
6. Get a mani-pedi
7. Go out for brunch with friends
8. Make tie dye clothing
9. Have an at home movie night party
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10. Take a pottery class
11. Create a summer playlist
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12. Go to a water park
13. Try a water activity (jet skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, etc.)
14. Make s’mores
15. Go on a hike
16. Have a game night
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17. Watch a movie at a drive in theater
18. Have a pool party
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19. Go bowling
20. Go go-kart racing
21. Have a summer picnic
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22. Go on a bike ride
23. Try food from a food truck
24. Eat at a fancy restaurant for dinner
Summer Bucket List
25. Have a slumber party
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26. Make tasty summer desserts
27. Go to a fair
28. Have an all-nighter movie marathon
29. Go fishing
30. Incorporate daily workouts into your routine
31. Make homemade pizza
32. Eat breakfast for dinner
33. Have an end-of summer party
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34. Watch a movie at a movie theater
35. Buy yourself flowers
36. Have an at-home spa night
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37. Watch the rain
38. Read a new book
39. Volunteer in your community
40. Sleep in and have a late start to your day
41. Have a paint and sip party
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42. Make a refreshing summer drink
43. Go on a weekend trip
44. Visit a berry fruit farm
45. Make jam
46. Have an ice cream party
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47. Collect seashells at the beach
48. Ride a carousel
49. Plant flowers
50. Learn a new skill
Summer Activities
51. Video record and vlog the entire day
52. Play golf
53. Watch fireworks
54. Go on a boat ride
55. Try a new restaurant
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56. Go to an arcade
57. Go thrifting
58. Visit a farmers market
59. Go bowling
60. Create a summer capsule wardrobe
61. Deep clean your space
62. Go camping
63. Eat barbecue
64. Read a book outside
65. Go for a run
66. Watch the sunrise
67. Try out new recipes
68. Call and hangout with a family member
69. Visit the beach at night
70. Go for an early morning drive with the windows down
71. Start a new hobby
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72. Get a summer themed manicure
73. Visit a museum
74. Have a summer photoshoot
75. Have a phone free day
76. Have a costume party
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77. Go parasailing
78. Visit a vineyard
79. Have a BBQ party with friends
80. Make a milkshake
81. Create a shared summer playlist with friends
82. Journal everyday and document your day
83. Paint something (ex: canvases, tote bags, furniture, bedroom walls, etc.)
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84. Go thrifting
85. Make sorbet out of frozen fruits
86. Go on a solo date
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87. Go for a morning swim
88. Complete random acts of kindness
89. Have a play date for your dog
90. Have a cupcake decorating party
91. Sit outside and paint canvases
92. Complete a jigsaw puzzle
93. Watch the sunset at the beach
94. Have a themed meal week
- Meatless Monday
- Taco Tuesday
- Waffle Wednesday
- Thai Thursday
- Fried chicken Friday
- Sushi Saturday
- Salad Sunday
95. Make a summer memories time capsule
96. Read a book with friends
97. Have a water balloon fight
98. Take pictures with a disposable camera
99. Karaoke with friends
100. Get a summer job
101. Have a picnic at the beach
How to Make a Summer Bucket List
Creating a fun and realistic bucket list is super simple and requires a little bit of planning.
In creating your summer bucket list, think about the following points:
- What are some cool things and places that you want to experience? (ex: restaurants, attractions, volunteer opportunities, etc.)
- What are some activities that you want to do by yourself and with others?
- What are some things that you want to learn or try during the summer months?
- Set a timeframe (Does your “Summer” end when school start or with the official start of fall?)
- Check your budget and align your plans within your financial capacity. Keep it real and enjoyable!
