Everyone Under the Sun Will Love These Fun Spring Activities
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As cozy as curling up on the couch can be, after a long winter of doing just that, you're probably ready for a spring refresh. That's where these spring activities come in! Think of them as a morning stretch after a long slumber—an easy way to shake off the winter blues and ease back into sunny days. Best of all, these spring activities are fun for everyone, whether you're making memories with friends and family or enjoying some alone time in warmer weather. (Though with all the chirping birds and buzzing bees, you'll never truly be alone!)
Some activities were made for sunny days, like bird-watching, starting a garden, hiking, biking, and planting flowers. And if the weather turns wet, which it often does in the spring, there are plenty of rainy day activities to keep you entertained indoors. And don't forget—you can always pull on your rain boots, grab an umbrella, and head out for a walk in the rain. Bonus points for jumping in puddles!
Spring is the perfect time to shake things up and clear out the stagnant energy left over from winter. That might mean tackling some spring cleaning, making fun spring crafts, or whipping up a batch of fresh spring desserts. With so many ways to welcome the new season, these spring activities will keep you busy and inspired all the way to summer.
Make the most of the spring season:
Do Yoga in a Park
Your gym has seen enough action all throughout the winter. Now, get active outside! Take your yoga mat to a local park or even your backyard and flow under the sun. It'll do wonders for both your mind and muscles!
Play Some Pickleball
It’s finally pickleball season again! Dust off your paddles and hit the courts with friends to make the most of a spring day.
Pick Berries
Before you know it, all your favorite spring and summer berries will be back in season! Head to a local U-pick farm and enjoy a day of berry picking with the whole family. It's the berry best way to enjoy the season!
Go to a Petting Zoo
Petting zoos are always fun, but they're especially exciting in the spring, with baby animals abound. The kiddos can have up-close encounters with those fur babies—and might even get to pet and feed them, too!
Go Hammocking
Longer days don't have to mean fewer naps. Take your me-time outside and set up a hammock at a park or in your backyard! It's the perfect place to read (or snooze) while enjoying the spring scenery and sounds.
Attend a Baseball Game
This spring, take yourself out to a ball game! Whether you're cheering on a nearby MLB team or supporting a local league, the whole crew will have a ball enjoying America's favorite pastime (and eating all those peanuts and Cracker Jacks).
Host a Tea Party
What could be better than enjoying a spot of tea on a sunny spring day? Go all out by sending intricate invites and setting a darling dress code for a tea party event you'll want to turn into an annual tradition.
Start a Garden
Growing a garden is a good idea for so many reasons. For one, it'll give you a fun new hobby for the season! Best of all, you'll get to enjoy the fruits of your labor (literally) whenever you whip up a recipe that calls for fresh produce.
Build a Fairy House
These charming little habitats will bring plenty of life (and a touch of magic) to your garden! Build your own fairy home using things like tree stumps, pots, or wheelbarrows. Then, decorate with colorful flowers, mushrooms, live plants, and other delightful trinkets.
Break Out the Sidewalk Chalk
Get inspired by the vibrant colors of the season by adding spring-inspired doodles and designs to your driveway or sidewalk! The kiddos can even create fun games like four square or hopscotch.
Head to the Farmers' Market
Farmers' markets aren't just for fresh fruits and veggies (although you can certainly get lost in all the produce stands)! You can also find artisanal products like jewelry, candles, and soaps, plus fresh flowers to liven up your home.
Collect and Paint Rocks
Turn your rock hunt into a crafting opportunity by painting the pebbles you find! It's a simple and enjoyable way for kids to unleash their creativity.
Play Outdoor Games
The arrival of spring can only mean one thing: cornhole and giant Jenga! Get your loved ones out of hibernation mode by heading outdoors for a little friendly backyard competition with the best outdoor games.
Feed Ducks
What could be cuter than feeding the ducks at a local pond or lake? Just be sure to do it in moderation and steer clear of bread. Some great alternatives include lettuce or cabbage, corn, rice, peas, broccoli, tomatoes, and most fruits (not citrus).
Bake a Spring Cake
Make the springtime season truly sweet by baking a variety of spring cakes straight from Ree’s kitchen. From carrot cake to pastel frostings to bright lemon flavors, these treats are perfect for spring.
Plan a Nature Scavenger Hunt
An outdoor scavenger hunt is fun for the whole family! You can find printable scavenger hunts online or create your own unique challenge for kids and adults.
Go Fishing
It's springtime and the fish are jumping! Visit a nearby lake, river, or stream and spend the afternoon fishing with your friends or family.
Have a Picnic
Gather your favorite springtime snacks and drinks and head to your favorite park for a picnic. Don't forget your picnic blanket—and your appetite!
Host an Outdoor Dinner
Now that we can *finally* enjoy the outdoors again, host a cocktail party or dinner right in your backyard. Set up a table with fresh decor and foods that nod to the season. And don’t forget the punch or lemonade!
Do Some Bird-Watching
Now that many birds have returned from their winter travels, it’s time to break out the binoculars and celebrate their return! Robins, geese, and chickadees are all back just in time for warm spring weather.
Go for a Bike Ride
There’s nothing quite as breezy or fun as going for a long bike ride on a gorgeous spring day. Explore a new path in your area, pack a picnic, and wear your springiest biking outfit. Make it a date by going with your special someone.
Hike Among Flowers
Research hiking trails in your area that are known for showcasing stunning spring wildflowers. Pack a bag and plan a day of savoring the great outdoors and breathing in the scents of those amazing blooms.
Spend an Afternoon on the Porch
Spring is the ideal season for slowing down and enjoying everything the outdoors has to offer. Put away your phone and head to the front porch for a lazy afternoon, spent in a rocking chair with some iced tea and a good book.
Plant Some Flowers
As soon as it’s okay to plant springtime flowers (be sure to check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone map to find out the best time to plant), make a plan for your backyard garden. See if you can try some new florals this year and further punch it up by including adorable garden decor.
Go for a Walk in the Rain
Just because it’s pouring doesn’t mean you should stay inside snoring! Instead, get out your most colorful umbrella, don a raincoat and boots, and head out for a walk on your own or go on one with your whole family. And don’t forget to jump in the puddles!
Take a Country Drive
Close that GPS app on your phone and head out to the country for a meandering drive. Explore places you’ve never seen before, take pictures of newly-green fields dotted with cows, and stop at a charming place for lunch.
Wear an Airy Spring Dress
Now that you’ve packed away all those cardigans and turtlenecks, it’s time to introduce those springtime dresses back into your wardrobe! In light materials like cotton and linen, you can feel your prettiest on a balmy spring day.
Make Crafts
Spring is such a fun time to get your DIY on since your interiors could probably use a bit of freshening up. Whether you’re creating an Easter tree, making the perfect handmade Mother’s Day card, or just looking for ways to shake up your spring decor, you can gather up your pals and spend an afternoon crafting away.
Visit an Arboretum or Public Garden
Arboretums, public gardens, and other greenspaces are finally in bloom again, so now’s the time to visit. Catch tulips, daffodils, and flowering trees in all their springtime glory.
Make a Fresh Spring Salad
Is there anything better than an oh-so-fresh springtime salad? Ree’s got plenty of recipes you can try, whether it's a strawberry spinach salad or a barbecue chicken salad.
Read Outdoors
You’ve spent pretty much your entire winter indoors—now take those indoor activities outdoors! That means reading with your kiddo in the garden, flipping through The Pioneer Woman Magazine amid springtime breezes, and doing some solo reading on the porch.
Pick Wildflowers
Be a kid again and head out to those glorious fields of wildflowers to frolic and pick beautiful blooms. Just be sure it’s OK to pick flowers there, whether you have permission from a neighbor or you could head to a U-pick wildflower farm.
Have a Springtime Date
Block a springtime afternoon in your calendars—because you and your partner are going on a date. Eat lunch on an outdoor patio and go for a stroll to see newly-green trees and flowers at their best.
View Cherry Blossoms
Whether it’s a road trip to Washington, D.C. or another regional spot, find out where to view the very best cherry blossoms. With their intoxicating fragrance and sumptuous pink petals, you’ll take pictures galore and soak up the beauty of springtime, too.
Fly a Kite
Those spring breezes are begging for kite-flying! Find one at a local store or head online to score one that’s bright and colorful. Go to an open field or park and send up that kite, which is sure to make your little ones smile from ear to ear.
Freshen Up Your Decor
While we certainly love throw blankets, plaid patterns, and cozy textures around here, now that it’s spring, swap out those heavy decor pieces for ones that are light and bright. Think: light wood finishes, vases of flowers, and pops of color.
Stop and Smell the Flowers
It’s good to slow down in the midst of a busy day, no matter what season it is, but spring is especially magical. It takes the phrase, “stop and smell the flowers,” to a whole new level, since spring flowers are the best-smelling blooms all year! Whether you’re walking to a work lunch or need a midday break, be sure to pause for those blossoms.
Decorate Your Entry
If you’ve already decorated your interiors for spring, don’t forget to show a little springtime love to your front door, too. Put out pots of freshly-planted flowers and hang a spring wreath that you made yourself.
Go Camping
While summer tends to be everyone’s go-to season for camping, don’t overlook spring. Those cool evenings will feel amazing when compared to sultry summer nights, and it’ll help you emerge from your winter cocoon and enjoy the outdoors once again.
Do Some Spring Cleaning
‘Tis the season for spring cleaning! Winter can leave our homes feeling dusty and cluttered. Now’s the time to clear out winter coats, dust those shelves, and clean the windows to let in all that lovely sunlight.
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