10 Rainy Day Activities to Keep Kids Busy (and Moms Sane!)

But don’t worry, mama! I’ve got you covered with 10 fun, low-prep rainy day activities that’ll keep the kids happy, learning, and (bonus!) off their screens — at least for a little while.

Indoor Treasure Hunt

Turn your living room into an adventure zone! Hide small toys or treats around the house and leave simple clues. For older kids, make riddles (“I’m cold and full of food — look where you’d find something good!”). For toddlers, draw picture hints or just let them explore!

FitFab Tip: Use items you already have — LEGO pieces, stickers, or even snacks. It’s all about the thrill of the hunt.

Build a Blanket Fort

A classic for a reason! Grab pillows, sheets, and fairy lights if you’re feeling fancy. Let the kids design their own “fort city” — complete with a reading nook and snack corner. Once it’s up, bring in a tablet for a cozy movie marathon.

DIY Pizza Party

Turn dinner into an activity! Set up a “pizza bar” with toppings and let everyone create their own mini pizzas on pita bread or tortillas. Cooking + creativity = a full hour of fun (and less complaining at dinner).

Rainy Day Science Experiments

Make rainy days feel wow-worthy with easy science fun:

Baking soda + vinegar volcano

Dancing raisins in soda water

DIY slime (you knew this one was coming 😅)

Create a Family Talent Show

Everyone has to perform something — a dance, a joke, a song, a magic trick. Record it for future laughs (and blackmail material for their teenage years).

Arts & Crafts Corner

Pull out the paints, paper rolls, stickers, or whatever you’ve got. You don’t need Pinterest perfection — just a space to create. Try making rain-themed art: paint raindrops with Q-tips, or draw umbrellas with tissue paper clouds.

Baking Challenge

Let your kids pick a simple recipe (like cookies, muffins, or banana bread) and make it together. They’ll love measuring, stirring, and — let’s be honest — licking the spoon.

Family Yoga or Dance Party

Move that energy out! Search YouTube for family yoga or kids dance workouts. You’ll all get some exercise, giggles, and maybe a moment of peace afterward.

FitFab Tip: Make it themed — “Frozen Dance Party” or “Superhero Yoga!”

Create Your Own Board Game

Grab cardboard, markers, and dice. Let the kids design their own rules — they’ll love being the game creators. It’s messy fun that keeps them busy and thinking.

Rainy Day Movie Marathon

End the day with cozy vibes. Build a snack tray (popcorn + fruit + mini treats), dim the lights, and let everyone pick one short show or movie. Extra points if you make “tickets” and let the kids be the movie theater staff!

Or even let them watch their movie in the fort they built!

Final Thoughts

Rainy days don’t have to be survival mode days. With a few creative ideas, you can turn them into little pockets of family connection — and maybe even some quiet moments for yourself (fingers crossed).

So the next time those clouds roll in, grab your coffee, pull out this list, and get ready to make some cozy memories.