50 Fun Summer Activities for Teen Girls

That Don’t Involve Screens—Because Real Life Is Pretty Amazing, Too

Let’s be honest: it’s easy for summer to turn into a scroll-fest. But deep down, most teen girls crave more than just TikTok and binge-watching marathons. They want real connection. Real fun. Real memories.

And the best part? You don’t need a huge budget or elaborate plans. Just a few simple, screen-free ideas that inspire creativity, movement, laughter, and confidence.

Whether you’re planning activities for your girls empowerment group, mentoring a teen, or raising one of your own, this list is here to help make this summer feel fun, full, and fearless.

💡 Key Takeaways

• Summer is a powerful time for self-discovery and growth

• Screen-free activities help girls connect with themselves and others

• You don’t need perfection—just a little intention and inspiration

• Many of these ideas work solo, with friends, or in small groups

• Encourage girls to try a few and build their own “Summer Shine List!”

🌸 Creative & Reflective Activities

1. Create a summer vision board with words, images, and affirmations

2. Make a DIY “I Am” journal and write one positive thing every day

3. Paint kindness rocks and leave them around the neighborhood

4. Write a letter to your future self

5. Make a “Songs That Make Me Feel Confident” playlist

6. Try blackout poetry using old magazines or book pages

7. Decorate a confidence jar and fill it with affirmations

8. Learn hand lettering or calligraphy with inspiring quotes

9. Start a gratitude journal with a new entry each night

10. Create a personal mantra and turn it into wall art

🏃 Movement & Wellness Activities

11. Take a walk or bike ride with no destination—just explore

12. Try yoga outside (YouTube free flows—then unplug!)

13. Create a backyard obstacle course

14. Try a new sport or physical challenge—just for fun

15. Make a summer fitness bingo with stretch and strength moves

16. Go for a sunrise or sunset walk and reflect

17. Do a “just dance” party with friends or solo

18. Build your own mini mindfulness routine

19. Host a mini “spa night” with DIY masks and relaxation

20. Go swimming or try paddle boarding at a local lake

👯 Friendship & Group Activities

21. Host a screen-free picnic with your besties

22. Organize a themed dress-up day just for fun

23. Start a DIY book club with empowering reads

24. Do a compliment circle with your friend group

25. Take silly “Polaroid-style” pics and make a memory board

26. Plan a random act of kindness day together

27. Write surprise love notes to each other

28. Have a glow stick dance party in the backyard

29. Host a “dream board + snacks” night

30. Create a friendship bucket list and check things off together

🌱 Nature & Outdoor Adventures

31. Go stargazing and make up your own constellations

32. Make flower crowns with friends (or just for you!)

33. Hike a new trail and reflect on your journey

34. Try nature sketching or watercolor painting

35. Create a fairy garden or tiny kindness village

36. Go fruit picking and make a fresh treat

37. Collect and press flowers in a journal

38. Build a bird feeder or bug hotel

39. Do a “sit spot” challenge: same spot, same time each day, just notice

40. Try cloud-watching and name the shapes you see

💕 Confidence-Building & Empowerment Challenges

41. Write a list of 20 things you love about yourself

42. Set a brave summer goal and track your progress

43. Try one new thing each week that stretches your comfort zone

44. Start a “kindness to self” challenge—daily acts of self-love

45. Learn how to introduce yourself with confidence

46. Interview a woman you admire (mom, mentor, teacher)

47. Create a DIY empowerment card deck

48. Practice a social media detox (even just one day!)

49. Write a pep talk you can come back to anytime

50. Celebrate your strengths by creating a “Shine List” poster

Bonus Idea: Make Your Own “Shine Circle”

Invite a few friends (or just yourself!) to gather weekly and share:

• One thing you’re proud of

• One way you were kind (to yourself or someone else)

• One thing you're looking forward to

It’s simple, powerful, and a beautiful way to stay connected—screen-free.

Want help turning these into a printable summer challenge or group activity planner? The FearlesslyGiRL Program Kits include ready-to-use journaling prompts, confidence tools, and group ideas—perfect for summer circles, mini camps, or one-on-one mentoring sessions.

Here’s to a summer filled with sunshine, strength, and self-love.
Let me know which activity your girls try first—I’d love to hear how it goes!

– Kate