Part 1: Indoor Festive Fun Ideas
December festivities aren’t just about the outdoors – there are plenty of ways to have a blast indoors too! Festive fun for the whole family: Whether it’s to escape the heat, avoid rainy days, or just enjoy cozy family time, here are creative ideas for games, arts and crafts, food, and more to keep the whole family entertained.
Games for Indoor Fun
- DIY Indoor Obstacle Course: Create a fun obstacle course using pillows, chairs, hula hoops, or masking tape on the floor. This is a perfect way to keep kids active and burn off energy.
- Family Board Game Night: Summer-themed board games like "Taco vs. Burrito" or classics like "Uno" and "30 Seconds" are perfect for bringing everyone together.
- Treasure Hunt: Set up an indoor scavenger hunt with fun summer-themed clues and hidden prizes (like stickers, candies, or mini gifts).
- Movie Marathon with a Twist: Choose a summer adventure theme – from ocean-themed films to road trip classics – and let the kids vote on their favourite movies. Add popcorn and homemade ice slushies for a full cinema experience.
Arts and Crafts Fun
- DIY Summer-Inspired Crafts: Make seashell picture frames, painted rocks, or flower crowns. Use craft supplies like glitter and bright paints to embrace those summer vibes.
- Create Your Own Summer Greeting Cards: Design cards using stamps, stickers, or watercolour paints. These cards can be gifted to grandparents or friends to share summer joy.
- Homemade Tie-Dye Fun: Gather plain t-shirts or pillowcases and experiment with bright summer colours. This can become a memorable family project with matching outfits!
- Salt Dough Keepsakes: Help the kids create salt dough ornaments shaped like sunflowers, starfish, or flip-flops – perfect for decorating or gifting.
Family Food and Snack Ideas
Mealtime fun with summer themed festive fun ideas:
- Fruit Kebabs and Dips: Skewer colourful fruits like watermelon, pineapple, and berries. Serve with yogurt or honey-lime dip for a refreshing snack.
- Build-Your-Own Pizza Night: Lay out toppings like peppers, olives, pineapple, and more. Let each family member customize their pizza before baking it together.
- Frozen Yogurt Bar: Set out toppings like granola, fresh fruit, and mini marshmallows. Everyone can create their own cool treat for those hot days!
Gifting Ideas to Make Indoors
- Mason Jar Summer Kits: Fill jars with small gifts – think candies, mini sunscreens, or travel-size games. Decorate with ribbons and tags for personalized gifts.
- Hand-Painted Plant Pots: Use ceramic paint to customize pots with bright designs. Add a small succulent or herb as a thoughtful, eco-friendly gift.
- Photo Memory Albums: Gather summer photos from past years and help the kids assemble scrapbooks to preserve those memories.
Keeping the kids busy over the festive season can be a tiresome task, however we hope that some of the ideas that we have presented here will make your festive season one to remember.
Indoor summer festive fun is a chance to enjoy creative play and bonding moments. Now, let’s take the festivities outdoors!
