Here are some fun and not too expensive ideas for Spring Break

Spring Break is right around the corner. Some of you might have a grand vacation planned or maybe your child is going to camp. If neither of those are the case, here are some fun and not too expensive ideas for a Spring Break Stay-Cation!

Free Family Outings

• Go to your local library. Manatee County Libraries offers many activities for different ages throughout the week.
• Go to a local toy store. The Learning Express has activities for the little ones which are typically free.
• Check out our local nature preserves. We have so many here to choose where the kids can ride bikes, walk, kayak or even climb a tower!
• Take a family trip to the beach! Yes it might be a bit crowded this time of the year, but as locals, we do know the best locations and times to go.
• Have a family fishing day! What’s better than a day on the water?
• Go for a bike ride around your neighborhood.
• Visit the Ringling Museum on a Monday. Monday’s are free for the museum and grounds.

Fun Activities Inside

• Bake a cake or cookies
• Make a meal together
• Have a fun arts and crafts day
• Have a family game night
• Have breakfast for supper
• Make homemade pizza
• Do a family puzzle together
• Have a family movie night

Quick Day Trips

• Take a trip to The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. They have family friendly activities and the kids will love it.
• Visit the Mote Aquarium. There are so many different species of marine life and hands on activities. The kids will have a blast.
• Check out Sarasota Jungle Gardens. Between the Butterfly Garden, playground, and walking amongst free roaming flamingos, it’ll be an experience the whole family will talk about for a while!
• Visit the Florida Railroad Museum for a train ride!

Just remember the sunscreen and insect repellent for those outdoor activities. You don’t want to end a great adventure with a sunburn or itchy bug bites.