Summertime is full of adventure and memories, so pack your bags and get out there! Don’t waste your time on electronics and social media (or your kids)! Ogden is an amazing place to live and explore for any age. Here’s a lowdown on 10 cheap, free, and fun activities Ogden has to offer. So whether you’re heading out on a road trip or going to the local park—here’s your list of ideas to keep the whole family out of the boredom zone.
Free Lunch Programs offered in Weber County from June 6th-July 29th
Lunch is served from 11:30-12:30 p.m.
North Ogden Elementary 530 E. 2650 N. North Ogden
Green Acres Elementary 640 E. 1900 N. Ogden.
18 and under free and $3.50 for adults
Weber County Libraries:
Weber County Libraries hold weekly events throughout the summe,r including their summer reading program. Take time to visit the 5 different locations: Main Branch, North Branch, Southwest Branch, Ogden Valley Branch, and Pleasant Valley Branch. Check out their website at www.weberpl.org for more information.
Ogden Nature Center: 966 W. 12th St. (801-621-7595)
Hours: M-F 9-5 p.m. Sat. 9-4 p.m. Closed Sunday
Adults including 13 yr. & older $5
Children 2-12 yr. $3
June 4th FREE RAMP day at ONC
Come explore the vast wilderness at the Ogden Nature Center with your children. There is much to see! Different trails, walks, look-outs and caves to take advantage of. Also, each Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the Education building there are fun classes focusing on aspects about nature such as honeybees, animals and flowers. Check out www.ogdennaturecenter.org for more info.
Ben Lomond High School Pool 2875 Tyler Ave. Ogden ( 801-737-7913)
Ben Lomond Pool has been totally renovated and improved for both competitive swimmers and families alike. With the low cost fee and waterslide, it’s sure to attract many!
Open swim Saturdays from 12-5 p.m. and M-Thurs. 6:30-8:30 p.m. General Admission $3
Union Station Museums: 25th Street Ogden (801-393-9890)
Children 3-12 $3; Students with ID $4; Adult 18-61 $5; Family Day pass $15
Come explore the Utah State Railroad Museum, John M. Browning Firearms Museum, Kimball Classic Car Museum and the Utah State Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.
Visit museums@theunionstation.org for more info.
Hill Aerospace Museum: 7961 Wardleigh Rd. Building 1995 (801-777-6868)
Open Mon.-Saturday 9:00-4:30 FREE
Come visit more than 90 military aircraft, missiles and aerospace vehicles
Ogden River Parkway Located East of 12th Street to the mouth of Ogden Canyon
You can choose to walk, scooter, skate or bike along the the asphalt trail. If you begin the trail at the east trailhead and follow the asphalt along the river, you’ll go past Rainbow Gardens, Dinosaur Park and the Greenery Restaurant. Also there are plenty of hiking spots including the Bird Song trail and the Bonneville Shoreline trail located in the South West parking lot of Rainbow Gardens. Both trails are good for beginner or intermediate hikers. Also perfect for mountain biking as well.
Visit the Farmer’s Market in Ogden from June-September located on Ogden’s Historic 25th Street
Hours go from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Artisan breads, fresh flowers, collectible art, fresh produce and more!
Fat Cats in Ogden 2261 Kiesel Ave. #1 Ogden (801-627-4FUN)
Come enjoy time with your kids spent bowling, playing laser tag or bumper cars each only $1
From May 31st-Sept. 5th
$1 Bowling, $1 Shoe Rental, $1 Bumper Cars and $1 Laser Tag
Check out ogden.fatcatsfun.com for more info.
High Adventure Park: 251 E. 18th Street Ogden
Visit this awesome park for young ones as well as teens. Different kinds of park than you expect to see! Located right next to the Ogden River it’s also a beautiful spot for a picnic. Take time to venture out to the many different parks in your neighborhood and city this summer!
