The Morning Thing is here to help!

Check out these FUN Ideas for some Family Fun this Independence Day!

🎆 Outdoor Activities

1. Watch a Fireworks Show – Find a local display or do a small, safe one at home.
2. Backyard BBQ or Picnic – Grill out classic American favorites.
3. Decorate Bikes for a Parade – Host a mini neighborhood bike parade.
4. Play Lawn Games – Cornhole, horseshoes, sack races, or a water balloon toss.
5. Go to a Local Festival – Many towns host 4th of July events with food and games.
6. Camp Out in the Backyard – Stargaze, tell stories, and enjoy s’mores.
7. Host a Water Day – Sprinklers, slip n’ slide, kiddie pools, or a water balloon fight.

🎨 Creative Fun

8. DIY T-Shirts or Tie-Dye – Use red, white, and blue to make festive shirts.
9. Patriotic Face Painting – Stars, stripes, and sparkles!
10. Make 4th of July Crafts – Flags, pinwheels, or paper fireworks.
11. Decorate the Yard or House – Let the kids help with flags and streamers.

🍓 Food-Focused Fun

12. Bake Patriotic Treats – Star-shaped cookies, flag fruit pizza, or red/white/blue Jello cups.
13. Create a Hot Dog or Ice Cream Bar – Let everyone build their own.
14. Make Homemade Lemonade or Snow Cones – Perfect for hot weather.

🧠 Quiet or Indoor Options

15. Watch an Independence Day-Themed Movie – Ideas: National Treasure, The Sandlot, or Liberty’s Kids for younger viewers.
16. Read Books About America – Great for young kids to learn about history.
17. Play Patriotic Music and Sing Along – Teach classic American songs.

🏃‍♂️ Get Moving

18. Do a Family Walk or Bike Ride – Explore a park or trail.
19. Join a Fun Run or Parade – Many towns host family-friendly events.
20. Scavenger Hunt with a Red, White & Blue Theme – Use household or nature items.

Want to know WHERE and WHEN to see fireworks this year?
Thanks to Knox Pages for this very informative list of Fireworks Displays and events happening around the Knox County Area! Click HERE to see their list of events for the 4th of July Weekend.