101 Summer Bucket List Ideas for an Epic Summer

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.

100 summer bucket list ideas for an amazing summer.

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

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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

Summer bucket list

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

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!