If you’re wondering what to do with your infants this summer, you’re not alone. The long holidays are full of opportunity — but also a lot of hours to fill! At Kixx, we know how important it is to keep your little ones active, engaged, and smiling throughout the summer months.
Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, creative indoor ideas, or ways to keep a healthy routine, we’ve put together our favourite activities for infants this summer to make it one to remember.
Activities For Outdoors
Gardening Together
Summer is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy nature. Gardening not only keeps little hands busy, but it also teaches children where food comes from and encourages healthy eating.
Let your child dig, plant seeds, and water the garden. It’s a wonderful sensory experience that promotes patience, responsibility, and care for the environment. According to Kent Teach, gardening helps children build fine motor skills, improve focus, and develop a sense of pride in their work — all while enjoying the fresh air.
Tip: Give your little one their own plant pot to nurture — it builds confidence and pride as they see their plant grow.
Park Picnics and Family Kickabouts
A picnic in the park never goes out of style. Pack your favourite snacks, a blanket, and of course… a football!
Did you know the average UK child spends only 16 minutes a day outdoors? And fewer than one in four meet the recommended level of daily exercise. Now is the time to change those numbers. According to Sport England, positive outdoor experiences help children build confidence, competence and a habit of movement that lasts into later life.
Bring along outdoor toys like a balance bike, frisbee, or football, and start your own mini family tournament. Friendly competition helps your child develop coordination, teamwork, and confidence — and it’s guaranteed fun for everyone!
Water Play Adventures
Nothing says summer like water play! From sprinklers in the garden to paddling pools or good old-fashioned water fights, this is an activity that gets everyone laughing.
Water play builds sensory awareness, balance, and coordination — and, most importantly, creates those moments of pure joy every parent cherishes. So fill up those balloons, grab a bucket, and get ready for giggles galore!
Indoor Activities
Creative Play and Imagination Time
When the rain arrives (and it always does in the UK!), creative play is your best friend. Activities like painting, crafting, dancing, or inventing stories help children explore their imagination and express themselves freely.
Creative play also supports mental development, concentration, and fine motor skills — all key to early learning. According to Rhino Play, it encourages problem-solving, self-expression, and social interaction, helping children build confidence while having fun indoors.
Try dedicating a “creativity hour” each day and watch their ideas flow!
Baking
Baking with your infant is a wonderful indoor activity that engages all the senses. Measuring, stirring, and decorating help with hand–eye coordination and early maths skills — plus, it’s an excellent lesson in patience!
Beyond the fun (and tasty results), baking has proven mental health benefits too. According to Northern Healthcare, the process of following a recipe can promote mindfulness, reduce stress, and boost mood — making it a great wellbeing activity for both parents and children.
Don’t worry about the mess; it’s all part of the fun. The smell of freshly baked muffins or cookies will make your home feel extra cosy, and your little one will love sharing their creations.
Living Room Obstacle Courses
Who says you need a big space to be active? Turn your living room into a mini obstacle course using pillows, tunnels, or masking tape lines.
This kind of play improves balance, coordination, and problem-solving. It also introduces early movement skills that support football development — something we at Kixx are passionate about!
For more ideas, check out our blog: 3 Fun Ways To Introduce Football For Under 5s At Home.
Why Summer Routines Matter for Infants
Summer freedom is wonderful, but routines are still important — for both children and parents. A simple weekly structure helps little ones feel secure, balanced, and happy.
According to Health for Under 5’s, consistent routines give children a sense of safety and predictability, helping them understand what comes next and reducing anxiety. Even small, familiar rituals — like morning breakfast together or bedtime stories — make a big difference to their emotional wellbeing.
Plan ahead by marking a few activities on the calendar each week. Having something to look forward to — whether it’s a picnic, a playdate, or a Kixx football session — keeps the whole family feeling organised and upbeat.
A predictable rhythm also supports emotional balance and makes returning to nursery or school much smoother come September.
Join #TeamOrange This Summer
We hope this guide has given you plenty of inspiration for what to do with your infants this summer!
If you’re looking for a weekly highlight to add to your routine, our Kixx football academies are the perfect fit. We stay open throughout the holidays, offering fun, inclusive football sessions for children aged 18 months to 11 years — designed to build confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love for movement.
Find your nearest academy and join the thousands of families who make football part of their summer with Kixx.
Because at Kixx, we believe football is about so much more than kicking a ball — it’s about helping children grow, learn, and shine both on and off the pitch.
