10 Fun and Creative Ways to Celebrate Grandparents Day

Marian McQuade began an initiative in 1970 to create a special day in celebration of all grandparents. She established a statewide Grandparents Day campaign by reaching out to political, civic, faith, and business leaders. Congress passed the resolution in 1978, and President Jimmy Carter signed the proclamation stating that National Grandparents Day would always be celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This is an opportunity for children to learn guidance, wisdom, and strength from older people. In addition, it allows great-grandparents and grandparents to show their love for their grandchildren. Let’s take a look at 10 fun and creative ways to celebrate Grandparents Day.

Sharing is caring! Everyone grows up remembering the taste and smell of something delicious they ate at a family meal. Sharing meals is a wonderful way for families to bond. When saving family recipes, you’re not just saving the meal itself; you’re saving and cherishing the laughter and moments of being together. This Pumpkin Pie is one of my family favorites and can be served as a side dish with almost any meal or as a dessert with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. It is so simple to make and only takes a few minutes to prepare.

Photos are always memorable. Choose a designated location and tell grandma and grandpa to dress up in their finest outfits and meet you there. Have the photographer ready to take pictures of them once they arrive. Ask other family members to join too, and take pictures of all the different generations together. Furthermore, set up a photo booth and take some fun props along that everyone can use. Props are relatively affordable online, and there is a vast variety to choose from. You could also consider having the photo shoot at the park, taking along some beverages and snacks, and enjoying a picnic.

Build a strong family relationship and get everyone involved. Host the evening by making them a special card, listening to their favorite music, and eating their favorite foods. Create a questionnaire. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about what their life was like when they were young. Here are 20 questions to ask your grandparents and learn more about them.

1. When were you born?
2. Where did you and Grandma or Grandpa get married?
3. How old were you when you got married?
4. What was your favorite food growing up?
5. Do you still like that food, or do you have a different favorite food now?
6. What's your favorite color?
7. How did you meet Grandma or Grandpa?
8. What was your first job?
9. Did you have any pets?
10. What's your favorite song?
11. Where were you born?
12. Did you have a favorite toy when you were a kid?
13. Where have you traveled to, and what did you enjoy about it?
14. Did you ever get in trouble as a child? If so, what did you do?
15. What was your first car?
16. Did you have a favorite subject in school? If so, what was it, and why did you like it?
17. Would you rather fly like a bird or breathe like a fish underwater, and why?
18. If you could be an animal, what would it be and why?
19. Would you rather play in the snow or the sand?
20. If you had to eat the same food every day, what would it be?

Grandparents don’t often go out much, so why not surprise the family with a trip to the zoo or a national park? There are 63 national parks in the United States, and all of them have something special and memorable to offer for all ages. There is plenty of beautiful wildlife to see and gorgeous trails to take a walk on while viewing stunning waterfalls and more.

A fun and creative way to celebrate Grandparents Day is to get the kids and grandparents together to make a few crafts together. This creates a special bonding experience while being creative together and coming up with fun, unique ideas. Let grandma and grandpa take their special craft gift home. Use vibrant colors to make this frame a dear keepsake. Find a favorite photo that you want to place in the frame. Additionally, you could take a photo of them making this craft together and then place it in the frame once it is dry.

Material Needed:

• Rolling pin
• Air-dry clay
• Paintbrushes
• Cookie cutters
• Glue
• Acrylic paint
• Photo
• Optional clear adhesive sealant

Instructions:

1. First, roll out the clay to the desired size, shape, and thickness.
2. Use the cookie cutters to cut out your choice of shapes.
3. Next, to create an impression, press the photo on the clay.
4. Let the clay for the frame and shapes dry completely.
5. Once dry, using the acrylic paint, paint the frame and shapes.
6. Finally, when the paint is dry, attach the photo with glue and then glue on the shapes. For added shine and protection, apply the clear adhesive to the photo first.

Everyone loves to be spoiled with a scrumptious meal. Why not invite the grandparents over and get the kids to help prepare a lovely meal for all to enjoy? To make it extra special, get the kids to ask the grandparents some of the questions we mentioned earlier. We have put together four delightful recipes for you to try and add to your feast to celebrate Grandparents Day. Serve with your choice of vegetables or a crisp green salad.

Another great, fun, and creative way to celebrate Grandparents Day is to spoil them with chores. As people get older, doing chores like mowing the lawn, raking, and cleaning the house becomes more difficult. Why not gather your siblings, head over to the grandparents, and tidy up the yard? You could weed the garden, put up some flower baskets, and trim the trees. Don’t forget to take some cookies with you to enjoy after all your hard work. 

Old people have a lot of time once they retire. Find out what movies your grandparents like to watch and plan a movie night together. A classic movie can bring back a lot of memories and help stimulate the mind. It’s a great opportunity for them to talk about their pastime in a positive light.

Grandparents love to receive personalized gifts. Encourage the children to write a letter or poem expressing their love for them. If the kids are too small to write, they could even draw or color in a picture.

Finally, why not put a play on for your grandparents? Use some funny outfits and props. They will love this idea and the effort that has gone into preparing it. Everyone can have fun and participate together.