Summer is many people’s favorite time of the year, especially kids. School is out, the weather is warm and it’s time to relax and recharge. Now the only question is what to do on the first day of summer?<\/p>
“Summer is a fantastic time for families to reconnect and unplug together,” says Jill Tipograph, author of “Your Everything Summer Guide and Planner.<\/a>” Wendy Hogan, owner of Kids Turn Central, also feels kids need to break away from the computer during the summer and participate in other activities, too.<\/p> In the spirit of getting kids outside and into a summertime groove, our experts suggest some of their favorite screen-free activities. What will you do to celebrate the changing of seasons and longest day of the year? Here are some great suggestions for first day of summer activities to get you started.<\/p> For most families, summer begins as soon as the school year ends, but the official first day of summer is Sunday, June 21, 2026. The start of summer<\/a> changes every year, according The Farmer’s Almanac, as it’s dependent on the timing of the summer solstice — when the sun’s rays reach the northernmost point from the equator. Usually, the solstice occurs sometime between June 20-22.<\/p> Now, let’s talk about some expert recommendations for things to do on the first day of summer!<\/p> Looking for things to do on the first day of summer? Make the backyard into a water park by turning a plastic tarp into a giant slip n’ slide, hanging a cluster of water balloons from the ceiling like a piñata and giving everyone water-squirting toys for a splashing good time.<\/p> Create a kit that will help make this summer one to remember. Give kids a box filled with some of their favorite activities, like sand toys, art supplies<\/a>, games and books. It will provide inspiration for fun things to do and will help keep them occupied during the warm weather months.<\/p> “Make an ‘unplug pact’ and see if your family can take a break from all electronics together at least once a day,” Tipograph suggests. This can include a screen-free meal together, planning an hour or two of tech-free rest or organizing a daily family game or activity in lieu of scrolling on devices.<\/p> Have kids write summertime activities they would like to do on index cards. Then store them in a jar and draw one each day or every time they need things to do or say “I’m bored<\/a>!”<\/p> Read more:<\/strong><\/p>Key takeaways<\/h3>
When is the first day of summer 2026?<\/h2>
14 first day of summer activities<\/h2>
1. Throw a “First Day of Summer” water party<\/h3>
2. Make a “Welcome to Summer” fun box<\/strong><\/h3>
3. Make summertime “Unplug Pact”<\/h3>
4. Make a summertime activity <\/strong>jar<\/h3>