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Summer Kids Bucket List
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items Keeping kids entertained in the summer can be so hard! Here’s a variety of ideas no matter what your time frame or budget is. I promise your kids will have a blast and you might even have a little fun too😉
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Activities for Free!
Worth the Drive
A Quick Outing
Rainy Day Fun
Activities for Free!
Summer activities can get expensive! Here are few places where it’s free and my kids have still had an absolutely blast.
This is by far my favorite park! It’s fully fenced so I don’t have to worry about my kids getting into the parking lot. It’s a new playground and has so many fun things for the kids to climb on and ride. There’s no swing set though. On the back side ...
Rosedale Nature Park
My kids love playing with sand at the beach and this park has a cute little beach right on the lake! Plus there’s also a nice shady playground and plenty of trails to walk around explore.
Jetton Park
During the week when there aren’t games, the Cannonballers stadium is open to the public. You walk around the stadium to get your steps or take a pit stop at the playground for the kids to play. Plus, they are almost always playing music. It’s right ...
Atrium Health Ballpark
Okay so selfishly this is mamas favorite. Birkdale has a nice little green area for kids to play. They also run movies throughout the day that are family friendly. There are lots of shops and restaurants that are family friendly and easily accessible...
Birkdale Village
Worth the Drive
When I’m feeling a little adventurous here are a few places I’ve loved taking my kiddos! These are places that take me 45 minutes or more to get to so a little more planning is needed.
This was such a fun place for kids of all ages! Each area had a different theme allowing kids to explore and use their imagination. It’s $12 per child and babies under 12 months are free. They have a few vending machines so it’s recommended to bring ...
Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum
This is another one of our favorite kids museums. What’s nice about this place is it has a designated area for little kids under the age of 3. There’s also a cafe inside when it’s time for a snack.
Nido & Mariana Qubein Children's Museum
We love taking the kids to the zoo but be prepared for a lot of walking! Right inside the Africa entrance there’s a fun little kid area to get wet and play in the mud. Pack lots of sunscreen and water. There’s lots of options for food throughout the ...
North Carolina Zoo
I’m adding this to the list because it’s actually on our bucket list of things to do this summer! This zoo is located in Columbia SC. I’ve heard it has a splash pad and playground in the middle of the zoo, which my kids would love!
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
This is one of the closer options for the sections. We love Patterson Farms! They have a whole play area designed for kids. You can always explore the farm, see the animals, and wander through the market. They have season passes available so you can ...
Patterson Farm Market & Tours Inc
A Quick Outing
Sometimes I just need to get the kids out of the house for an hour or two to burn off some energy. These are my go to spots! As a bonus, most of these options are either cheap or free!
If you need a quick, cheap water outing, then you should definitely try out the village park splash pad! It’s only $1.50 per person. There’s ton of water fountains and sprayers for kids to play in. If you have smaller kids, just be aware that this pl...
Village Park Splash Pad
Need to get out of the house but don’t want to mess with a splash pad? The Village Park is a great option! There’s a carousel and a train that’s open daily during the summer. Tickets are $1.50 per person per ride. There’s also a large open field for ...
Village Park
This is one of our favorite parks! It’s got a ramp so it easier for younger kids to climb up and participate. Near the far left soccer fields there’s also a dirt path to ride bicycles on. This park does have a splash pad, but you have to sign up for ...
Harrisburg Park · Harrisburg, North Carolina
Rainy Day Fun
I swear my kids have more energy on the days it’s raining. Here are a few activities that are great for rainy day fun!
This is our favorite indoor play place! It’s got a large area for kids to run around and burn off some energy. There’s even a smaller area for kiddos under the age of 3. There’s even a nice cafe inside where you can order snacks and coffee while you ...
Playland Indoor Playground + Café
This is one of our favorite activities year round! There’s a designated area for toddlers so they don’t get run over by the bigger kids. It’s always been super clean every time we go. You will need grippy socks for anyone participating. When the kids...
Big Air Trampoline Park - University City Blvd
We love discovery place kids because it lets kids use their imagination. My kids LOVE the water area. On hot or rainy days, it does get super busy!
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville