While summer is indeed in full swing, you may have your vacation plans already in place.What about days where you just want to budget and be as frugal as possible?

There are a variety of free and low-cost summer fun ideas out there that are not only easy, but fun and geared towards the entire family.

Here are some free and low-cost ideas so that you can start planning now.

Free Summer Family Ideas

1. Family Movie Night- Search for family movies on the TV/Cable or even pick out a DVD you haven’t watched as a family in a long time.Pop some popcorn, pour some lemonade (or any fun beverage) and your night together is set!
2. Picnic and a Hike in the Park-Plan a day where you can pack a picnic and a hike at your favorite local park.
3. Free Admission to Local Fairs and Museums-Search your area for family “free” days at any community fairs or even museums.
4. Crafts and Workshops at local Craft Stores-Craft stores such as Michaels, etc., has free summer programs each month designed around a theme.
5. Free Summer Bowling-Search your local bowling alley for free summer kids and family programs.
6. Go the beach or local splash park-This makes for the perfect summer day.
7. Go to the library.

Low-Cost Summer Family Ideas

1. Plant a Garden-Head to local family market and plan out what you and your family would like to plant together.
2. $5 Movies-Check local theatres for matinees.Those are much cheaper than the regular movie ticket rates usually around $5.
3. Make your Own Pizza-Look up an easy pizza recipe, shop for ingredients (very inexpensive) and have a pizza decorating and baking party.
4. Head out for an ice cream cone treat.
5. Go camping-The cost of packing your own food, etc., can be kept at low-cost.

You and your family can get creative too and come up with your own free and frugal ideas.The possibilities are limitless.

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