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Make red, white, and blue treats -

Whether it's cakes, pies, cookies, or ice cream, make a festive display of Fourth of July-themed sweet treats. 

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Plan patriotic outfits -

It's always extra fun when the whole gang dresses in theme, so dress up in your favorite red, white, and blue attire.

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Have an outdoor movie marathon -

After the fireworks, unwind by playing a couple of movies on an outdoor projector or screen!

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Visit a national monument or a historical landmark -

Wherever you are, the country is filled with national monuments and historical landmarks that represent the nation's independence.

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Host a block party -

Gather with friends and neighbors for a fun block party! Celebrate with drinks, music, and food, and ask everyone to bring a potluck dish.

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Decorate your home -

Whether you're throwing a patriotic party or having a chill day at home, add a festive spirit to your space with red, white, and blue accents. 

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Chill on the beach -

Pack a cooler and head to the beach to watch the sunset while grilling up hotdogs and marshmallows over a bonfire. Don't forget to bring speakers to listen to some tunes! 

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Blast a patriotic playlist -

It's not a party without great music! So, make a festive and lively playlist full of everyone's favorite American tunes! 

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Have a picnic -

There's no better way to enjoy the warm weather than with an elaborate picnic. Pack a bag and head outdoors! 

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Do arts and crafts -

Beat the heat indoors by printing out some coloring pages for your kids, or come up with creative crafts to do as a family.

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Go to an amusement park -

The Fourth of July is the perfect time for a fun-filled day in the amusement park. Plus, there's nothing that's more quintessentially American than riding rollercoasters, eating fair food, and playing games. 

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Rent a boat -

Head to the sea, or lake, and cool off from the heat with fun water activities like swimming, fishing, or simply lounging on a boat. 

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Learn some US history trivia -

Even if you were born and raised in the US, it can be hard to know all the facts. Challenge your friends and family to brush up on their US history with a fun game of trivia. 

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Enjoy an outdoor concert -

There's no better time to experience live music than on a warm summer evening. You'll probably find a concert near your hometown to celebrate the holiday, whether it's a local band or a big touring artist.

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Play some pool games -

Cool off and have fun with friends and family by playing some pool games! Think pool floats, water basketball, and waterproof cards.

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Dress up your pooch -

Let man's best friend get in on the fun too! Tie a bandana around your dog's neck or affix a bow to their collar for a Fourth of July-approved look!

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Visit a national park -

Celebrate by taking a trip to a national park for a day of admiring the nation's natural wonders. Don't forget to pack a good lunch! 

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Attend a parade -

The epitome of patriotism, head to your local parade and admire the marching bands, the decorative floats, and the huge balloons!

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Go berry picking -

Make the most of berry season by picking your own strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries. Then, use them to bake your own summer pie!

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Play backyard games -

From cornhole to horseshoes and croquet to badminton, there are so many backyard games to play during your Fourth of July celebrations. 

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Learn to tie-dye -

An activity both kids and adults will love, create a cool tie-dyed bag or shirt in red, white, and blue colors! 

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Have a water balloon fight -

A water balloon fight is a great way to cool down during a scorching hot day. Make it a kids-versus-adults battle for extra fun!

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Watch the fireworks -

Of course, no Fourth of July is complete without watching some fireworks at the end of the night.

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Go on a hike -

 Gather your friends and family and find a hike that works for everyone's skill levels. You'll admire the great outdoors while working up an appetite for dinner. 

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Play ball -

A perfect Fourth of July past-time, set up a family ball game by splitting up into teams. Get creative and make your own personalized baseball jerseys.

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Go camping -

Take advantage of the time off by planning a camping trip. And if you can't make it to a real campsite, set up a tent in your backyard.

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Have a volleyball tournament -

Partake in some friendly competition with a volleyball tournament, either on the beach or in your backyard.

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Set up a sprinkler -

Setting up a sprinkler is a great alternative if you don't have a pool! Both kids and adults will love to run in the fan of cool water during backyard celebrations. 

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Bring out the sparklers -

It's not a Fourth of July celebration until you light some sparklers at night! 

Sources: (The Pioneer Woman) (Country Living) (Good Housekeeping) 

See also: Things you probably didn’t know about the Fourth of July

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