It’s August. Teachers are setting up their classrooms, school supplies are flying off the shelves and vacations are over. But wait – did you get everything crossed off your family’s summer bucket list? Don’t worry! There’s still time to squeeze in some summer fun. Here’s a list we’ve compiled of a few favorite summer family activities.
Stop by Ty’s Summer Sno in Cape or Jackson for shaved ice that comes in dozens of flavors, from traditional cherry and blue raspberry to Tiger’s Blood and Wedding Cake.
Or if the creamy frozen treat is more your style, walk up to the old-school window at Port Cape Girardeau, drop by Sugar Chic Creamery for a smidge or a flight, or get the latest craze – rolled ice cream – at Buddy’s Rolled Ice Cream. For more places to find summer treats, go to our Food & Drinks page.
For a fun family activity, take the kids to paint their choice of pottery at Creative Ewe or design and paint a sign for your front porch or family room at Board and Brush. For more summer fun activities, go to https://visitcape.com/things-to-do/summer/.
Haven’t had a summer picnic yet? Pack the picnic basket and head to one of our beautiful Cape Girardeau Parks.
Have you been to the drive-in? Drive-in movies were popular in the 1950s and 60s, but you can experience it again in 2021! Pack the car and snacks (or buy some there) and head to the Rock ‘N’ Roll Drive-In in Chaffee! If you’re not into drive-ins, click VisitCape.com/things-to-do/ for more options.
Finally, if you haven’t made it to Cape Splash this summer, there’s still time! Cape Splash offers aquatic fun for all ages, from splash pads and slides to a lazy river and swirl pool.