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Memorial Traditions to Start this Weekend
Here is a list of family/friend fun-inspired ideas for this 3 day Memorial Day weekend:
Have a Backyard Picnic: Set up a picnic in your backyard or a local park. Pack a delicious spread of sandwiches, snacks, and refreshing drinks. Enjoy quality time together while soaking up the sun and playing outdoor games.
Organize a Scavenger Hunt: Create a Memorial Day-themed scavenger hunt for the whole family. Hide small patriotic items or clues around your house or neighborhood and let the kids search for them. Offer small prizes for completing the hunt.
Outdoor Movie Night: Set up a cozy outdoor movie night in your backyard. Use a projector and a white sheet or screen to watch a family-friendly movie under the stars. Don't forget the blankets, popcorn, and snacks!
Arts and Crafts: Engage in Memorial Day-themed arts and crafts activities. Decorate flags, create patriotic-themed artwork, or make handmade cards to send to veterans or active-duty military members to express your gratitude.
Group Bike Ride: Explore your local area on a family bike ride. Find a scenic trail or bike path and enjoy the beautiful outdoors together. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy during a rest stop.
Plan a Campout: Set up a tent in your backyard and have a family campout. Roast marshmallows, tell stories, and stargaze together. If weather permits, you can also consider camping at a nearby campground.
Visit a Local Farm: Check out local farms that offer family-friendly activities. You can go strawberry picking, enjoy hayrides, interact with farm animals, and learn about agricultural practices in your region.
Create Patriotic Crafts: Engage in crafts that celebrate the patriotic spirit. Decorate T-shirts or hats with red, white, and blue colors, or make paper lanterns and windsocks in patriotic themes.
Game Night: Have a family/friend game night with board games, card games, or outdoor games like cornhole or ladder toss. Rotate who gets to choose the games, and enjoy some friendly competition and laughter.
Attend Community Events: Check out local community events happening over the Memorial Day weekend. Look for 5K run/walks, festivals, fairs, or outdoor concerts that offer family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Remember, the most important thing this 3 day weekend is to spend quality time together, create lasting memories, and appreciate the freedom and togetherness that Memorial Day represents.
