{"id":3406,"date":"2022-12-19T16:48:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-19T16:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/uncategorized\/what-to-do-on-boxing-day"},"modified":"2023-11-21T10:16:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T10:16:52","slug":"what-to-do-on-boxing-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/what-to-do-on-boxing-day","title":{"rendered":"What To Do On Boxing Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After all the anticipation you had the last couple of months as you prepared for the holiday season, Christmas Day came as quickly as munching on the last mince pie! The leftovers of a big Christmas dinner are sitting in the fridge, your recycling bin is packed full of discarded wrapping paper, toys are strewn out after being played with and everyone is either tired from festivities or ready for another day! But now, you’re probably searching for ‘things to do on Boxing Day<\/strong>‘ – so you can get ahead of yourselves!<\/p>\n

Worry no more, because we\u2019ve got some ideas for you this festive season!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\t

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Boxing Fun<\/h3> \n \n
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\n Make use out of all the boxes from online purchases or what your gifts came in and build a fort<\/strong> with your kids!<\/p>\n

A brilliant and creative way to have some imaginative adventures with boxes on Boxing Day, <\/em>before you throw them out! And a fabulous family memory-making day that your kids will truly cherish!<\/p>\n

If you want to make your Boxing Day fort even more impressive, add some fairy lights<\/strong> for that magical touch. And if you wanted to do something different, have your kids decorate the boxes in whatever way they want and then they can play in them! Whether they paint a race car, a rocket ship, a boat, a mini shop, or a garden. Kids’ imaginations run wild and at least they\u2019ll be occupied for hours (while you recover from the Christmas Day tipple\u2026) <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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Build some LEGO!<\/h3> \n \n
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\n If your kids were gifted with some incredible LEGO sets<\/strong> (or maybe you were), then use Boxing Day to spend some fun quality time with your family and build your LEGO!<\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s only for a couple of hours or longer, it\u2019s an inclusive activity that everyone can enjoy and at the end, you\u2019ll have your completed set to show off!<\/p>\n

Did you get the Iron Man helmet? A Harry Potter adventure, a forever flower bouquet or even the LEGO London skyline set! A fun way to end the Christmas season before prepping for the big NYE bash! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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Winter Walks<\/h3> \n \n
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\n If you\u2019re feeling a little sluggish after Christmas Day festivities and fancied getting out of the house, then a winter walk i<\/strong>s the perfect solution to get those legs moving and to have your kids engage in some physical activities.<\/p>\n

Bring a ball with you too or whatever your kids love to play outside<\/strong> with, and walk to a park near you and engage in some friendly competition. Or just go on a long walk around your neighbourhood and create your own light trail by walking past the neighbour\u2019s houses that have illuminating light installations. It\u2019s still the festive period after all!<\/p>\n

Or perhaps you can go to an\u00a0actual\u00a0<\/em>light trail! Walk under tunnels of light<\/strong> and pass luminescent light displays<\/strong> as you wander through a winter wonderland full of light! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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Make Christmas Leftovers<\/h3> \n \n
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\n After Christmas Day, I bet you\u2019ll have lots of dinner leftovers<\/strong>, whether it\u2019s turkey, chicken or pies. So, why not make lots of different meals with it, like turkey\/chicken sandwiches, chicken salad, turkey tikka masala, turkey and ham pie, the list is endless! And you can never go wrong with eating more amazing food\u2026<\/p>\n

Whether your make turkey sandwiches with leftover turkey<\/strong>, mac and cheese, if you have any broccoli and cheese still or cake pops if you have cake leftover! There’s so much delicious food that you can make with leftovers, Boxing Day won’t be short on food heaven!<\/p>\n

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Shop \u2018til You Drop!<\/h3> \n \n
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\n No one can resist a bit of sales shopping<\/strong>, so if you\u2019re able to, why not! Whether you buy clothes for yourself, your kiddies for the year, or even start Christmas shopping for 2024 (if you\u2019re an eager beaver!).<\/p>\n

Treat yourself to a new wardrobe, or a set of suitcases if you\u2019re wanting to travel (when we can) or some new kitchen utensils. The sales will be everywhere and you\u2019re sure to find something, whether you go in person or buy it all online. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n

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Sand, Sea and\u2026Sun?<\/h3> \n \n
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\n If you live by the sea or you can travel to it, why not take the kids and your family to the beach<\/strong> for some fresh air, Where you can all enjoy the sand and the cool breeze in your hair? Maybe bring a kite on a windy day and enjoy some kite flying! But make sure to wrap up warm and bring an extra pair of clothes in case they get wet!<\/p>\n

Maybe this year, you’ll discover snow on the beach…<\/p>\n

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Christmas TV Round-Up<\/h3> \n \n
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\n Boxing Day doesn\u2019t have to be eventful if you don\u2019t want it to be. You can just sit back and watch your favourite movies<\/strong>, whether it\u2019s an old classic or new to TV blockbuster. Grab some popcorn and cosy up with your family. You can enjoy a much needed break, after the hectic run up to Christmas. If you don’t want live TV, there’s plenty available to stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n
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Go Ice Skating<\/h3> \n \n
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\n If your family fancy getting out of the house and enjoying some winter activities, then how about visiting some festive ice rinks<\/strong>? It’s the perfect winter activity to keep that festive feeling even after Christmas is over! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”25px”]\n
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Play Some Games or do a Jigsaw Puzzle<\/h3> \n \n
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\n A relaxing day is all you need after the hecticness Christmas Day brings!<\/p>\n

Sit down with your family and create some hilarious memories, playing entertaining games<\/strong>. Whether it\u2019s traditional board games like Monopoly, Articulate, console games like Mario Kart\/Party or a simple jigsaw puzzle. Fun that will last for hours! <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n [vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\t

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We hope we’ve given you some inspiration on what you can do on Boxing Day<\/strong>! Whether you grab the TV remote and relax watching your favourite films, stay occupied and play with the games you got for Christmas or get creative with LEGO building or crafts!<\/p>\n

Looking for more things to do with the kids after Christmas? We\u2019ve got a few more ideas for you:\u00a0| New Year\u2019s Eve with the Kids<\/a> | NYE Crafts for Kids<\/a> | 20 Winter Activities for Kids<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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