☀️ Summer Fun Isn't Over: Family Activities Around Somerset County
If your family is anything like mine, summer seems to fly by.
One minute school is ending, and the next you're wondering how it's already July. The good news? There are still plenty of weeks left to make memories, try something new, and enjoy everything our area has to offer.
Whether you're looking for a last-minute adventure or trying to keep the kids busy without hearing "I'm bored," here are a few ideas to enjoy this month.
💦 Cool Off at a Splash Pad
Nothing says summer quite like water play! Somerset and nearby counties have several splash pads and spray parks that are perfect for younger children and a great way to beat the heat.
Pack sunscreen, towels, and a picnic lunch for an easy family outing.
🌳 Visit a Local Park
Take a walk, enjoy a playground, or simply have lunch outside.
Some local favorites include:
• Duke Farms (Hillsborough)
• Washington Valley Park (Bridgewater)
• Colonial Park (Somerset)
Nature is one of the best (and free!) ways to spend a summer afternoon.
🎡 Check Out Local Festivals & Fairs
Summer is full of community events, food truck festivals, outdoor concerts, and county fairs.
Many local towns host family-friendly evenings with music, food, rides, and activities throughout July.
📚 Visit Your Local Library
Libraries aren't just for books anymore.
Many offer:
• crafts
• STEM activities
• story times
• summer reading programs
• special performances
Best of all, most activities are free.
🎨 Try Something Creative
Summer is a wonderful time for kids to explore their creativity.
Painting, clay, theater games, STEAM challenges, music, and hands-on projects all help children build confidence while making new friends.
If you're still looking for summer activities, All Children's Art Center of NJ is offering creative summer camp experiences in Bound Brook featuring art, theater, games, STEAM, outdoor fun, and new projects every day.
Our small groups give children the opportunity to create, explore, and make memories in a welcoming environment while giving parents flexible summer options.
Learn more about upcoming camp weeks at:
🌞 Make the Most of July
Summer doesn't have to be filled with expensive vacations to be memorable.
Sometimes it's a trip to the park, an afternoon creating art, a local festival, or simply making new friends that children remember the most.
There is still plenty of summer left.
Get outside, try something new, and enjoy every moment.
