Fourth of July may look a little different this year but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Here are 20 quick ways to celebrate at home:
- Paint rocks: set out rocks, paint, paintbrushes, and water and have the kids decorate their patriotic rock.
- Set up your own photo booth prop: this is surely a Fourth of July to remember so why not have a little fun with it. We took poster board and cut out the middle section to form a frame. Label the year, grab some silly props, and snap away.
- Make the photo booth props: Use card stock and cut out props such as mustaches and hats. Glue them onto a popsicle stick and include them in your pictures!
- Paint a Frame: you can find frames online but we love searching Michael’s for frames you can decorate yourself. You can paint the frame and add your own creativity (stickers, foam art, glitter, etc.). Stick your Fourth of July family picture in the frame to remember this unique holiday!
- Patriotic Tattoos
- Decorate your bike, scooter, stroller, or pet and go for a Patriotic walk
- Read books about this holiday
- Paint a flower pot using red, white and blue paint
- Make a red, white, and blue paper chain out of construction paper
- Find a patriotic streaming music station
- Enjoy some Fourth of July popsicles
- Make a Fourth of July menu together
- Make Patriotic slime (find any homemade slime recipe) and add stars, glitter, and food coloring for a fun experience.
- Encourage your family to go on a scavenger hunt: how many flags can you find?
- Red, white, and blue water balloon fight
- Patriotic Neighborhood Bear Hunt: Click here for a neighborhood handout
- Face Paint
- Set blankets outside in the evening and watch a past fireworks show or find a way to stream live fireworks
- Dress the part: encourage everyone to find their red white and blue attire or have a family costume contest
- Make a family time capsule: This year will sure be memorable. Have your family write or draw something that is important to them and put it in the time capsule to be open in ten years
If you are venturing out for the Fourth of July, here’s a guide to help you celebrate: 4th of July Fireworks and Festivities In and Around Columbus. There are some unique ideas this year and a few communities setting off live fireworks. Stay safe!
