As school ends and summer quickly approaches, the hunt for fun begins! But who’s to say you have to empty your wallet in the process completely? Try these five activities under $10 to keep you busy this summer.
A Picnic in the Park
In need of some fun and fresh air? Try a park picnic for under $10. Some household items like blankets and pillows will come in handy for a comfortable sitting. Simple and affordable snacks like chips or candy are perfect, or you can even make your homemade treats to bring. For a wider selection of snacks, you can invite friends to come out and enjoy the picnic while bringing other foods, beverages, or even games to play. There are plenty of parks in the Mansfield area, such as the Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park, Webb Community Park, and Katherine Rose Memorial Park.
Have an at-home spa day.
It always feels good to lie back and relax on less busy days. Treat yourself to an at-home spa day with only a couple of store ingredients. For a smooth and moisturized face, try a honey and oatmeal face mask with only three ingredients. Combine 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of ground oatmeal, and a little water until it forms a paste. Now pair this face mask with sliced cucumbers, some soothing music, and a freshly washed bathrobe while in a relaxing environment, and you’ve got yourself an at-home spa day.
Visit the International Bowling Museum & Hall of Fame
With tickets costing only $7.50 for children and teens, you can stop by the International Bowling Museum in Arlington, Texas beside Six Flags Amusement Park. This can be a fun activity for anyone interested in the history of bowling because of their Bowling Hall of Fame, Early Egyptian bowling, and Highway 66′ mini-games.
DIY crafts
A Dollar Tree painting kit costs about $5 and paint brushes $2-3. You can spend time doing DIY crafts with paint, like rock or paper plate painting. Come up with fun designs or quotes to paint on the outside of household items not being used that could use a bright color touch-up.
Water balloon fight
At the local Walmart, you can get water balloon packs for $6. This can be a refreshing and fun activity to enjoy with friends on a hot summer day. Fill water balloons with an outside hose and let them fill up until they pop off the sticks. Then, time can be spent laughing and throwing the balloons around with family and friends.
Summer doesn’t always have to break the bank to be fun or memorable. Try one of these activities to save money and have a good time with family and friends.
