Looking for something fun to do with the kids that won’t break the bank? Check out our list of free Cape Cod kids summer activities! There are plenty of free Cape Cod kids summer activities to keep them occupied all summer long.
Drop-in Dollhouse Making
Date: Wednesday, June 26
Where: Snow Library
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Registration: Not required
Age: Age not listed
This collaborative project invites artists to use a variety of mediums and objects to create a room that will be a part of a dollhouse that will be on display in the library.
Dirt Cake!
Date: Thursday, June 27
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Make your very own dirt cake using pudding, cool whip and sweet treats on the top at Brooks Free Library!
Nature Journal Workshop for Kids
Date: Friday, June 28
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: Age not listed
Writer and artist Mary Richmond will teach you how to sketch and journal your natural surroundings.
4-H Babysitting Course
Date: Friday, June 28 & Friday, July 5
Where: Eldredge Public Library
Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: 5th grade to 12th grade
This two-part babysitting course will earn you an ID card and certificate upon completion.
Jungle Jim’s a Balloonivers of Stories
Date: Tuesday, July 2
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: 3 – 10 years old
Join in for this free space themed balloon magic art show put on by the Friends of Snow Library and Orleans Cultural Council.
Galaxy Slime
Date: Tuesday, July 2
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Make everyone’s favorite messy and glittery project, galaxy slime at Brooks Free Library!
Ice Cream Party Summer Reading Sign Up
Date: Tuesday, July 9
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Enjoy a sundae while you sign up for your summer reading registration where you can earn a prize for 3 hours of reading!
Pajama Story Time
Date: Wednesday, July 10; July 17; July 24
Where: Snow Library
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:15pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: 3 – 6 years (siblings welcome)
Bring your lovey and wear your favorite jammies for Snow Library’s weekly story time.
Escape the Room
Date: Tuesday, July 16
Where: Snow Library
Time: There are two sessions, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: 10 – 18 years old
If you are the master of solving puzzles, riddles and mysteries check out Snow Library’s Escape the Room.
Alien Party
Date: Tuesday, July 16
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Join the Brooks Free Library for a fun and free alien themed party complete with games and crafts.
Build It Challenge
Date: Wednesday, July 17
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Check with the library
Ages: Age not listed
This week’s build it challenge is chain reactions.
Lucy’s STEM Workshop
Date: Thursday, July 18
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: 3 – 7 years old (siblings welcome)
There will be a variety of learning stations set up for your little ones to explore math, engineering, science and technology.
Meet Curious George
Date: Friday, July 19
Where: Brewster Book Store
Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Bring your camera for a photo op with everyone’s favorite monkey where you can meet him and participate in a special story time.
Galaxy Jars
Date: Tuesday, July 23
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Use glow in the dark paint and some imagination to create your very own galaxy jars!
Amazing Animal Ambassadors
Date: Thursday, July 25
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Registration: Call the library to check
Ages: Age not listed
Check out these cute and amazing animal ambassadors at Snow Library
Science Tellers
Date: Thursday, July 25
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Ticket for this event will be handed out at 2:00 pm, where children will hear stories and watch demonstrations for a one of a kind STEM experience.
Soap Making Workshop
Date: Tuesday, July 30
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: 5 and up (with an adult)
Create your alien or astronaut soap at the Snow Library, which will provide all necessary materials.
Drop-in Dollhouse Making
Date: Wednesday, July 31
Where: Snow Library
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Registration: Not required
Age: Age not listed
This collaborative project invites artists to use a variety of mediums and objects to create a room that will be a part of a dollhouse that will be on display in the library.
Build It Challenge
Date: Wednesday, July 31
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Check with the library
Ages: Age not listed
This week’s build it challenge is floating boats
Clay Creatures
Date: Thursday, August 1
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Create your very own creature, pot or anything you would like at this event hosted by the Brooks Free Library.
Pokemon scavenger Hunt
Date: Thursday, August 1
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Find Pokeballs and win prizes for solving the puzzle at this free event at Snow Library!
Kids Soap Making Workshop
Date: Friday, August 2
Where: Brewster Ladies Library
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: 5 and up
Create your own soap using scents, glitter and imagination at this workshop hosted by the Brewster Ladies Library.
Rainforest Reptiles
Date: Saturday, August 3
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Tickets for this event will be handed out at 2:00 pm on the day of the program.
Planet Mobile
Date: Tuesday, August 6
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Registration: Required
Ages: Ages not listed
Make your own wooden mobile at Snow Library, where all materials will be provided for you to make your very own work of art.
Pajama Story Time
Date: Wednesday, August 7, 14
Where: Snow Library
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:15pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: 3 – 6 years (siblings welcome)
Bring your lovey and wear your favorite jammies for Snow Library’s weekly story time.
Fizzy Rockets
Date: Thursday, August 8
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Create your own soda bottle rockets that can be shot in to space outside using vinegar and baking soda (weather permitting).
Tales to Tails
Date: Tuesday, August 13
Where: Snow Library
Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Drop in and read your favorite book to a dog from the Companion Animal Program of Cape Cod.
Build It Challenge
Date: Wednesday, August 14
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Call library for information
Ages: Age not listed
This week’s build it challenge is newspaper houses
Bates and Ticknell
Date: Thursday, August 15
Where: Snow Library
Time: 10:30 am – 11:15 am
Registration: Not required
Ages: Age not listed
Join in on the parent’s choice award winning duo, Bates and Ticknell singing songs and telling stories at Snow Library.
Tie Dye
Date: Tuesday, August 20
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Age: Age not listed
You bring the white t-shirt and the dye will be provided so you can create your very own tie dye creation!
Animal World Experience
Date: Tuesday, August 27
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Not required
Age: Age not listed
Tickets for the animal world experience program will be handed out at 2:00 pm.
Drop-in Dollhouse Making
Date: Wednesday, August 28
Where: Snow Library
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Registration: Not required
Age: Age not listed
This collaborative project invites artists to use a variety of mediums and objects to create a room that will be a part of a dollhouse that will be on display in the library
Build It Challenge
Date: Wednesday, August 28
Where: Brooks Free Library
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Registration: Call the library for more information
Ages: N/A
This week’s build it challenge is egg drop
Free Cape Cod Kids Summer Activities
While you’re out and about checking out the free Cape Cod kids summer activities, take the kids to one of. the “Cape Cod Ice Cream Shops by Town.” Looking for a good cup of coffee in between all of the summer fun? Check out our list of coffee shops around the Cape open all year long!