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5 Unique Ways to Spend Your July 4th Weekend

Posted on July 1, 2022
by Faith Neece
Feel like you always do the same thing every year for the 4th of July? Fireworks and barbecues are nice, but you might want to try something new this year. Luckily, we’ve got some ideas for how you can escape ordinary and have fun with your family this July 4th. 

Visit a National Landmark
July 4th is about honoring our nation’s history, but why not take the opportunity to actually see some of it? There are all kinds of cool landmarks you can visit in whatever state you live in! Find a list of national historic landmarks here

Play an Escape Room at Breakout Games
Got a bunch of family coming in for the 4th and wondering how you can keep them all entertained? Give an escape room a try! And this 4th of July weekend is the perfect time to do it because we have a PROMO CODE for you! Use the code INDEPENDENCEYAY at checkout to get 20% off your game! The code is good July 4-7, so  book your game now!

Get Crafty
Crafts can be an awesome way to keep kids engaged over a long weekend. And the 4th of July is the perfect time to make some patriotic crafts! There are all kinds of easy crafts your kids can make over the holiday. We love these wooden beads for make-your-own bracelets and this easy patriotic face paint kit.

Go Berry Picking
Summer months present an awesome opportunity to pick your own local berries! It’s such a fun way to get the family out of the house and into the outdoors. Not to mention you get to take home some juicy snacks! This list will show you the perfect place to pick berries in your state. 

Have a Patriotic Movie Marathon
Wanting to escape the crowds and stay in this year? Stay at home and have your own movie marathon! There are so many great movies to get you in the patriotic spirit. Find ideas for your marathon here

However you choose to spend it, we wish you a happy 4th from Breakout!

P.S. Don't forget to use the code INDEPENDENCEYAY when you book your game!