Treat Yourself
Best Summer Bucket List Ideas for Kids, Teens & Adults
By James Robinson
June 25, 2025
Looking for fun summer bucket list ideas? Whether you’re planning adventures for your kids, your teens, or yourself, we’ve got something for everyone. From backyard bonfires to road trips and staycations, the right list can turn an ordinary summer into one you’ll never forget.
- Water balloon fights for kids
- Bonfires and gaming nights for teens
- Spa days and BBQs for adults
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What is a bucket list and how do I make one?
A bucket list is simply a list of all the experiences you’d like to enjoy before a set deadline—like the end of summer! Whether you’re dreaming of a big adventure or everyday fun, building a list helps you make the most of the season.
- Make it collaborative (invite a friend or family member to make one, too)
- Include a mix of easy wins and dream experiences
- Think across categories: travel, fitness, family, food, and fun
- Be intentional about why each item is on your list
Top summer bucket list ideas for adults
- Explore a new city
- Reconnect with an old friend
- Volunteer at an animal shelter
- Host a budget-friendly backyard BBQ
- Train for and run a 10K
- Plan a cycling tour
- Book a relaxing staycation
- Tidy up your garden
- Watch films at a local theater or film fest
- Go bungee jumping (or skydiving!)
- Host a retro board game night
- Throw a themed party
- Visit a theme park and ride every coaster
- Treat yourself to a DIY spa day
Fun summer bucket list ideas for teens
- Take an overnight hike
- Try paddleboarding, kayaking, or canoeing
- Read a classic novel
- Enroll in a college course or summer program
- Learn an instrument
- Attend a music festival
- Camp out in the backyard
- Take your first road trip (even 2-3 days counts!)
- Learn to cook your favorite dish
- Try go-kart racing
- Visit an escape room with friends
- Volunteer as a summer camp counselor
- Make s’mores at a bonfire
- Start journaling
- Host a 24-hour gaming marathon
Creative summer bucket list ideas for kids
- Have a water balloon fight
- Catch fireflies at night
- Explore a new playground
- Try mini golf
- Fly a kite
- Visit the zoo
- Go to a live sports game
- Make a splash at a water park
- Build a backyard fort or treehouse
- Host a slumber party
- Pick your own fruit at a farm
- Plan a backyard scavenger hunt
- Watch 4th of July fireworks
- Try an obstacle ropes course
- Do a creative summer crafts project