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7 Things To Do In August With Kids

From National Night Out to Geo-Caching!

By K. White Publisher/Editor of MacaroniKID Kissimmee - St. Cloud, FL August 6, 2022

Where is this summer going? It's hard to believe it's August already. We've rounded up a list of 7 things you can do in August with your kids in Kissimmee - St. Cloud, FL to make the most of the month!



1. Spend time with your neighbors

National Night Out, Aug. 2, is all about COMMUNITY! Get out there and meet your Kissimmee - St. Cloud, FL neighbors at one of Kissimmee - St. Cloud, FL great National Night Out events. See a list of events here! 


2. Sneak some zucchini onto your neighbor’s porch

Did you know there's actually a "holiday" for this? Yep, Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day is Aug. 8. Celebrate by ... well you know what to do. 


Saint Cloud Shuler Memorial - Food Distribution Center

33 E 10th St, St Cloud, FL 34769

Renuevo Food Pantry

290 Competition Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34743






3. 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 

Coliseum of Comics Kissimmee                                                

2511 Old Vineland Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746

Phone Number: 407.870.5322


Trouble's Little Sister

1220 11th St, St Cloud, FL 34769

Phone Number: 407.593.8000



to find a new read!

4. Go thrifting!

National Thrift Shop Day is Aug. 17. Stock up on school clothes and get something fun for yourself, all while supporting the locally-owned {Town} {Thrift store or secondhand store in your town}.

5. Feast on a sandwich from 10th Street Produce and Deli

It's National Sandwich Month and, in our opinion, there's nowhere better to get a sandwich than

10th Street Produce and Deli

920 New York Ave, St Cloud, FL 34769

Phone Number: 407.593.9850


My kids really love their PB & Strawberry J Sandwich, while I can't get enough of the Italian Meat Sub. Definitely reason to celebrate!

6. Ride a roller coaster

Kids never say no to a visit to

Fun Spot America Theme Parks – Kissimmee

2850 Florida Plaza Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746

Phone Number: 407.363.3867


Old Town

5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746

Phone Number: 407.396.4888


! Surprise them with a trip to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day Aug. 16. How many times can they ride the Mind Blower Coaster?


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7. Go geocaching!

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