Summer Nights | Things To Do On These Beautiful Evenings

Heyyy there, and happy Friday! I spent this week in Maine on the lake with my family, and it has been such a nice break from the routine of everyday life. It also has been so fun spending every day in the sun, in the water, on a boat, and climbing and jumping off rocks into the water (;

On Wednesday night my family and I went out on a boat ride and experienced a rainbow, followed by the most beautiful sunset I’ve ever seen. We were completely surrounded by a warm pink and blue sky, reflecting off the water, and I was reminded of how beautiful God’s creation is.

I love these beautiful summer nights, when the air starts to cool off but is still warm from the day, and it stays light out until about 9 p.m. Hannah and I recently tried to come up with different activities we could do to really enjoy the summer evenings, and that got me thinking!

Whether you’re going out with your boyfriend, best friend, family, or a group of friends, I’ve made a list of fun activities/date night ideas to try! I asked you guys on Instagram for some ideas, and came up with a few on my own!

Go Swimming/Find A Ropeswing

I’ve been swimming a lot so far this summer, and it’s such good exercise and a fun thing to do with friends on a warm summer evening. And if you want something a little more challenging, a rope swing can be super fun, too!

Golden Hour Photo Shoot

My friends know how much I love capturing moments through pictures and videos. A photo shoot is such a fun activity to do with friends, and you end up with cute pictures to look back on! Dress up cute, find a location, bring a milkshake or some flowers for a prop, and be silly and take some cute pics for insta or just to keep in your phone!

Sunset In A Truck Bed

A couple nights ago, as I was driving with Hannah, we passed the cutest couple sitting on the side of the road by the the river, watching the sunset in the back of a truck. They had some blankets and and snacks, and it looked like the cutest, most romantic date!

Dinner With Outdoor Seating

This one is super fun when you have a group of friends going out together, and it’s fun to dress a little fancy to eat outside, too!

Campfire and S’mores

I just did this with some of my friends, and honestly, I always eat too many s’mores…

Night Walks

Sometimes I get a little afraid of the dark, but when I’m with a group of friends I love taking walks at night.

Ice Cream

Obviously.

Starbucks Frappuccino And Sunset Drive

Hannah and I love getting chai frappes and then just driving around town and talking while the sun goes down.

Read/Write On The Porch

You can do this on your own, or with a friend. Either way, it’s a great way to unwind after a long day and enjoy the lasting sunshine.

Movies With Popcorn

If the weather isn’t so nice, a movie with some popcorn, cozy blankets, and sweatpants is a great idea for a night inside!

Self Care/Spa Night

I loooovvveeee showering and washing my hair and doing a full self care routine before bed, especially in the summer months when the weather is warm and I’ve been out in the sun all day. I’ll link my self-care routine here!