Kaboutjie SA Mommy Blogs by Lynne Huysamen
If you are looking for fun ways to spend a day with the family, there is no shortage of fantastic ideas. From excursions, to the beach, to at-home backyard festivities – there are countless ways to entertain your loved ones by spending the day together. However, if you’re looking for ideas for your next family fun day, there’s a few things to consider.
Keep reading to find out some of the best places to have family fun, and what to bring to make sure the day is a complete success.
A Nature Escapade
Take the family on a wide-armed embrace of the Great Outdoors by going on an adventure in nature. Visit a nature reserve, local park, or botanical garden and enjoy the awe-inspiring wonders of the natural world. You can go bird-watching, hiking, exploring, or even just have a picnic against an incredible backdrop. It’s a great way to detach from the digital world and recharge. Be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen, water, and a ton of snacks. A first aid kit is also recommended.
A Culinary Adventure
Although this one might not seem suited for families of younger children, the fact is that there are plenty of activities for the smaller members of the group. This is especially true if you include a dessert menu. Imagine the fun of a homemade pizza night with an ice cream sundae station or an honorary taco Tuesday on a Saturday with fresh-baked cookies.
A Friendly Sports Tournament
Back when people used to still do things outside, sports and physical contests were quite common. Soccer and Frisbee are a couple of simple but fun options, as is horseshoe. And you can never go wrong with classics such as sack races, tug-of-war, or ping-pong.
Try Some Board and/or Card Games
This is another way to have family fun that most people don’t think about these days. And with so many options and all day to play, you can find games that everyone will enjoy. Just a few examples include:
- Monopoly
- Uno
- Scrabble
- Battleship
- Clue
Family Movie Marathon
Just as with board games, having a movie marathon allows everyone in the family to pick a favorite. Maybe it’s time to finally get caught up on the MCU. Or perhaps a buffet of inspirational sports movies. How about a line-up of silly comedies back-to-back? Whatever you decide, make sure to have lots of popcorn, candies, and plenty to drink!
Never a Shortage of Ways to Have Family Fun
Spending time with your family is about so much more than playing games or watching movies. It’s about sharing fun, laughter, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Maybe it’s singing along with the radio on the drive to your destination. Perhaps it’s making s’mores over a campfire on the beach. Whatever it is, these are the kinds of things you and your loved ones will remember forever.
