10+ Fun Things To Do On Playdates
A mom’s guide to planning a stress-free playdate with over 10 fun things to do on playdates with kids.
Are you in charge of hosting the next playdate? Are you wondering how to keep energetic kids entertained, fed, and happy without losing your sanity? I’m here to help!
In this post, I’m sharing my top tips, tricks, and activity ideas to make hosting a playdate stress-free. From snacks and engaging games, and from prep to cleanup, I’ve got you covered!
So grab a pen, notepad, and a cup of coffee, and let’s get ready to host an epic playdate that will leave everyone happy!
This post is all about fun things to do on playdates.
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Before The Playdate:
- Make a list of things you need to pick up from the store (snacks, games, etc.)
- Check with the other children’s parents if they have any food allergies.
- Get an idea of what your child and their friends want to do on their playdate.
- Confirm with parents how long the playdate will last, the playdate plans, and the drop-off/pick-up plan for the kids.
- Plan to have the playdate at a time that doesn’t interfere with mealtime or have a meal in mind that can feed everyone.
Fun Things To Do On Playdates (at home):
1. Arts and crafts
Bring out the arts and crafts supplies and let the kids get creative. You can let them come up with their craft ideas or pick up DIY craft kits.
Craft kits for younger children
Animal craft kit – includes 20 pre-prepped crafts organized into envelopes with all the necessary supplies
Jewelry-making kit – comes with 520 pieces and the beads snap together, making it easy for younger kids to put together and pull apart
Craft kits for older children
DIY clay jewelry bowl – comes with supplies to make three clay jewelry bowls
DIY flower button bouquet – comes with supplies to make two vases with bouquets
2. Play video games
Video games plus snacks will make a fun playdate for older kids. They can work together to level up and have friendly competition with friends!
3. Play board games
Board games are perfect for a play date at home! You can find fun games for every age group and ensure a fun time among friends.
Fun board games for younger kids
Fun board games for older kids
4. Answer fun trivia questions
Trivia questions are a free and easy way to keep kids entertained!
5. Watch a show or movie
A movie day at home is a cozy and entertaining play date idea. You can set up a special movie area with blankets, pillows, and snacks to make it feel like a special treat.
6. Build
Let kids get creative and build something with Legos or magnetic tiles.
Legos
Magnetic tiles
Fun Things To Do On Playdates (outside):
6. Play a sport
Do you have kids who love to play basketball, football, or soccer? Playing sports is a fun way to let kids burn off their energy. You could set up a game in your backyard or at your local park.
7. Go to a park
Parks are a great low-cost play date idea with endless opportunities for fun! Kids can play tag, swing, slide, fly kites, and more!
8. Burn off energy at a trampoline park
Trampoline parks offer a unique, fun, and active play experience, with foam pits, rock climbing, and other exciting features that encourage kids to get moving, have fun, and burn off energy!
9. Have a picnic
Make it a fun, but casual playdate by packing or picking up lunch, and heading to a nearby park for a picnic. Afterward, the kids can run around, play, and enjoy the outdoors!
10. Go bowling
Bowling is a great play date activity for a group of older kids!
11. Watch a movie at a theatre
Taking kids to the movie theatre is a great play date idea for kids of every age. You can make it extra special by splurging on popcorn and snacks! The kids will surely have a fun time!
When the playdate ends:
- Have children clean up after themselves while you tidy up
- Make sure the children have all their belongings
- Discuss the next playdate (if interested)
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