Summer Bingo

Summer days are perfect for simple, screen-free activities—and this Printable Summer Bingo game is just the thing. Whether you’re teaching, parenting, or planning a group activity, this free bingo set offers a fun way to keep children engaged and smiling.

In this post, you’ll find:

• A free printable Summer Bingo game with 12 bingo mats and 30 calling cards
• Instructions for setting up and playing
• Tips to enhance your bingo session
• A link to the full version with extra features for larger groups or longer play

What’s Included in the Free Bingo Pack

The free version includes:

• 12 unique Summer Bingo cards (5×5 grid with a free space in the centre)
• 30 calling cards featuring kid-friendly summer items such as sunglasses, ice cream, and flip-flops.

This set is ideal for:

• End-of-term school fun
• Summer camps or daycare groups
• Family game nights
• Travel activities or rainy day entertainment

Supplies you’ll need to make a Bingo Game

• 120 GSM Printing Paper or Card stock
• Laminator and Laminating sheets (Optional) – Ideal for multiple uses.)
• Markers – Use coins, buttons, or any small objects as bingo markers.

Tip: Laminating the cards makes them reusable, but if you prefer, cardstock alone works well too!

Kids can also use Do-A-Dot markers on the cards for a fun twist.

How to Set Up

1. Print the bingo mats and cut out the calling cards.
2. Shuffle the calling cards and place them in a jar or small container.
3. Give each child one bingo card and a set of markers—small buttons, coins, or even bits of paper will work.
4. Choose someone to be the caller, and you’re ready to play.

How to Play

1. The caller draws one card and reads the item aloud.
2. Players look for the item on their cards and cover it if they have it.
3. The first player to get five in a row—horizontally, vertically or diagonally—shouts “Bingo!”
4. You can continue playing for multiple winners or use alternative rules like blackout bingo (covering the entire card), four corners, or fun patterns.

Looking for More?

If you enjoy the free set and want more variety, the Full Summer Bingo Pack is the one. It’s perfect for larger groups (up to 30 players) , classrooms, or anyone wanting to extend the fun.

The full pack includes:

• 30 unique bingo cards (enough for a full class or party)
• 30 calling cards with fun, child-friendly summer riddles

• Colour and black-and-white versions of everything
• Printable instructions for easy use

This is a great low-prep resource that can be reused year after year.

Bonus Tips

• Let children colour their black-and-white cards for an added activity
• Use simple prizes like stickers, pencils or certificates to keep the game exciting
• Use the calling cards for memory games, scavenger hunts, storytelling prompts, or vocabulary flashcards
• The riddle cards work beautifully on their own as a summer-themed guessing game

More summer Printables for kids

• I spy summer Printable
• Sunrays Count and match cards
• Summer colouring pages for preschoolers
• Summer Worksheets

Summer Crafts for kids

Here are polished and rewritten versions of each sentence:

Potato Stamp Ice Cream Craft – Kids will love creating these adorable potato stamp ice cream cones—perfect for stocking their play kitchen in just minutes!

Rainbow Fish Craft – This book-inspired craft is ideal for an ocean unit or summer theme, and it comes with a free printable template.

Torn Paper Watermelon – A super simple fine motor craft that lets kids create a vibrant watermelon using torn paper; includes a free template.

Handprint Crab Craft – This cute crab is made by combining two handprints—an easy and memorable summer keepsake!

Download Your Free Summer Bingo

Ready to get started? Click below to download your free Summer Bingo printable and bring a little extra fun to your summer plans.

And if you love it, be sure to check out the Summer Bingo Full version for more cards, riddles, and flexibility.