The summer holidays are almost upon us, and the kids will have plenty of time off to fill with activities.

Along with video games, hanging out with their friends, and whatever else your kids like doing, the summer holidays are the perfect opportunity to organise fun activities to do with your kids.

Here are a few ideas for fun activities and outings that the whole family can do together.

Go to the zoo

Going to the zoo is a great way to spend a day with your kids. Everyone gets excited seeing their favourite animals (adults included!), and it provides a good learning opportunity.

Your kids can learn about different kinds of animals as well as the importance of protecting the environment so that those animals don’t go extinct in the wild.

Amusement parks

Whichever city you live in, there is probably some kind of amusement park nearby. Melbourne and Sydney have Luna Park and those in Queensland are spoiled for choice. If you’re not near any of the major attractions, a lot of travelling carnivals still visit smaller towns. Keep an eye out for things in your area!

Amusement Parks have something for everyone. There are games and rides for kids of all ages, food, and quite often there are petting zoos as well. What’s not to love?

Go karting

If you’re up for some competitive fun with your kids, then go karting makes for an amazing day out. It’s a fun and safe way to add a bit of excitement to the summer holidays.

This is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, and you can all find who is the fastest. Not to mention: you have a lot more driving experience than your kids, so you can probably beat them!

Family trip

Going away for a few days can be a really good way to spend some quality time together as a family. Whether you want to go camping somewhere rural or relax in beach side town, there are plenty of beautiful places to visit.

This is also a good way to use some of your own time off work since a lot of businesses are closed around Christmas and the New Year.

Seasonal festivities

This is also the time of year for catching up with all the extended family and celebrating together. Whether your family celebrates Christmas or any other holiday this time of year (or nothing at all), any excuse to be amongst loved ones is a good one!

Whatever you choose to do with your kids these holidays, just make sure you have fun and make the most of your time.

What activities are you planning for your kids these school holidays? SHARE WITH OTHER MUMS in the comments below. 

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