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5 Things To Do In August With Kids

Plus your free August calendar printable from Macaroni KID Acadia-St. Landry

By Courtney Jennings, Publisher Acadia-St. Landry July 28, 2022

Where is this summer going? It's hard to believe it's August already. We've rounded up a list of 5 things you can do in August with your kids in Acadia-St. Landry to make the most of the month!


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1. Spend time with your neighbors

National Night Out, Aug. 2, is all about COMMUNITY! Get out there and meet your local neighbors by hosting a block party, backyard barbeque, or organize a bingo night. 


Don't miss our FREE printable August calendar to hang on your fridge to fill with family fun in Acadia-St. Landry for events at a glance





2. Read a book

There's never a bad time to pick up a book, but if you're looking for an excuse, National Book Lovers Day is Aug. 9. Better yet, take your kids to a local library to find a new read!

3. Go thrifting!

National Thrift Shop Day is Aug. 17. Stock up on school clothes or get something fun for yourself, all while supporting the locally-owned thrift stores in your community. 

The Arc of Acadiana Resale Stores, Arc location in Sunset - 166 Oak Tree Dr.
Bayou Some Stuff Thrift Shop - Sunset, La
Becky's Barn - Opelousas, La
Crowley Christian Care Center - Crowley, La
2nd Time Around Consignment, LLC - Crowley, La
Revente Consignment Shop - Eunice, La
St. Joseph's House of Care - Church Point

Send us your local thrift shops to add to our list! Email us at mackidacadia@macaronikid.com

4. Make Family Meal Night Special

August is National Family Meal month. It's a great time to come together and talk about your day while eating a family meal. We have 5 Great Ways to Mealtime Fun for families to make the most of this holiday.

5. Go geocaching!

Kids love the thrill of the treasure hunt and you'll love that it's a chance to explore the outdoors with your kids on Aug. 20, National Geocaching Day. Geocaching is simple with a smartphone!  Find out how to do it here.


If you're still looking for something fun to do with the kids, be sure to check our Summer Fun Activities Guide! There are many great places to discover around Acadia-St. Landry before school is back in session. Take a day to get out and visit one of the local museums to beat the heat (or stay out of the rain!)