Last year our theme was parks and Pokehunting! It only took gas money. This year pur theme is swimming at pools. It cost a dollar for kids and 2.50 for adults. ☺
Low cost/ no cost things to do in summer?
Hike on nature trails. There are quite a few trails near me that are totally free. State parks for camping or a day trip. Most of the state parks where I live are $5 for a carload for the day, and $25 a night to camp. If you have a 4th grader in your family you can get a free pass to National Parks. Or if you have a permanent disability you can get one.
Many cities and towns are now doing the painted rocks. You can create your own and hide them, or hunt for them. There is also geo-caching, where you use your phone as a gps and look for hidden "treasure"
Hang out at the mall and make fun of old people.
Catch lightning bugs and cook them until they explode in the microwave oven.
Go into Petco and let all of the birds out of their cages.
Go around and randomly tie off areas with caution tape.
Hi there! There are so many things that you can actually do! And among these, you have visits to the beach. You might plan a camping trip with your pals. Once there, you can spend the time playing games like beach volley, castle building, etc. Do not forget your music and tanning cream!