August Bucket List Ideas (with a Bonus Photo Bucket List)

What’s great about our August bucket list is that it encourages you to make the most of your surroundings, backyard, home, and nearby places.

If you have a big trip or getaway planned, then absolutely have a great time. However, don’t overlook the memories and moments you can have closer to home.

Use the bucket list to make plans for August. Or if you’re feeling really adventurous, set you and your family the challenge to see how many you can check off! Have a great August, and make the most of the last few weeks of summer!

Take one photo every day this month.

Attend an outdoor concert or festival.

Try daily journaling.

Go to the beach (or a lake) for the day.

Go for a sunrise hike.

Go for a scenic sunset walk.

Host or go to a backyard BBQ with a friend.

Tell stories by the bonfire.

Go to a state fair.

Take photos in a sunflower field (or wildflower field).

Go fruit or berry-picking.

Stargaze during the Perseid meteor shower (peak Aug 12-13).

Make s’mores with friends.

Make homemade ice cream or popsicles.

Have a pool day with friends or family.

Make lemonade and try different flavors.

Go on a road trip for the day or the weekend.

Create a scrapbook with summer memories.

Try a fun water sport (kayaking, paddleboarding, surfing).

Have a picnic at the park.

Have an evening at an art gallery.

Go to a water park for the day.

Visit a charming town near you.

Try a new summer recipe.

Collect seashells or pebbles.

Visit a local farmers’ market on the weekend.

Have a friend or family reunion.

Play lawn games.

Make a time capsule to open next summer.

Make a fall bucket list.