The 4th of July has traditionally been a summer highlight. It’s time to celebrate, and spend time with friends and family, while enjoying our freedoms and our wonderful country. Consider how many wonderful childhood memories you have of playing outside, eating too many hot dogs, and then seeing the sky light up so brightly that you could see fireworks on the back of your eyelids.
Hang a flag, go through a sprinkler with the kids, and brush up on some 4th of July trivia, such as the fact that our cheeky American ancestors celebrated the first Independence Day in 1776 with fake funerals for King George III. So, there’s no need to feel obligated to do the same old things this year! Plan a lengthy holiday weekend that the entire family will enjoy. Let the 4th of July celebrations begin!
1) DIY Patriotic Craft
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You may satisfy your inner crafter in both kids and adults by creating some adorable (and surprisingly easy) colorful American flags. All you need are some leftover fabric and ribbon, as well as a dowel or hanger. Use homemade red, white, and blue decorations to deck out your whole house, inside and out.
Together, create patriotic crafts during the afternoon. Some other creative ideas are to make American flag windsocks, star-spangled wreaths for your front door, or tie-dying red, white, and blue t-shirts. Encourage your family to participate and create their own statement pieces.
2) Charcuterie Board
A charcuterie board requires little to no cooking, which saves time and creates a statement. You don’t need to be a talented food stylist, and it only takes a few minutes to prepare.
A festive snack board is a beautiful centerpiece and an excellent appetizer! You just need to put your preferred savory and sweet cheeses, meats, crackers, snacks, and fruits on your 4th of July board—it sounds hard enough, but it really is very simple. Extra points for being blue, white, or red!
3) Family Dinner
The only thing better than a picnic lunch at the park is a nice family dinner. You have a couple of options here. Choose between an outside BBQ or a prepared multi-course dinner. Either way, family and mealtime go hand in hand.
Make a supper that consists of foods from various parts of the US. Incorporate local favorites such as avocado salad from California, New England clam chowder, and Southern BBQ. It’s a delectable way to honor the rich culinary legacy of America.
4) Games And Activities
Play activities inspired by Independence Day with your family, such as a red, white, and blue water balloon throw or a star-and-stripes version of tic-tac-toe.
Grab your mitts, locate a ball, and get batting! It’s time to celebrate and honor the national 4th of July pastime of America with a family baseball game of your own. Even hats and jerseys can be made to order.
5) Family Picnic or Beach Day
For a fun-filled day in the sun, celebrate, pack a picnic, and head to the park or beach nearby. Take along some activities, like paddleball, volleyball, or frisbee, and round up the day with a stunning sunset and maybe a view of the fireworks. Before planning anything, check the weather wherever you are going. And if there is a heat wave warning, pack accordingly.
Or make your way to the backyard with your picnic basket. For a casual outside supper with your family, this is the ideal time of year. Perhaps you could even persuade your children to keep their phones indoors.
6) Celebrate: Watch Fireworks on the 4th of July
This 4th of July tradition never goes out of style, whether you choose to attend a nearby local fireworks display or take a special trip to watch one of the top fireworks displays in the nation. Remaining inside? Always stock up on sparklers and set up your backyard patriotic 4th of July light show.
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