Summer Organizing Ideas

Here's a list of summer organization ideas—perfect for getting your home, schedule, and life in order during the warmer months:

Home Organization

• Declutter each room (donate, sell, or toss unused items)

• Switch to a summer wardrobe and store winter clothes

• Organize the garage or shed

• Create a summer cleaning schedule

• Set up a summer entryway/mudroom station (for sandals, towels, sunscreen)

• Organize kids' toys and outdoor gear

• Prep a picnic bin with ready-to-go supplies

• Label and store sports equipment

• Reorganize the pantry for summer snacks

• Sort and store gardening tools

  
  

Family & Kids

• Create a summer activity calendar

• Set up a chore chart with summer goals

• Organize a craft or DIY station for rainy days

• Prep a road trip or travel kit

• Plan and organize a summer reading nook

• Schedule and track summer camps or activities

• Create a summer photo album or memory board

• Set up a backyard “fun zone” (water toys, chalk, games)

• Organize a summer sleepover kit (sleeping bags, games, flashlights)

• Keep a summer journal or bucket list board

Outdoor & Garden

• Organize patio furniture and cushions

• Create a garden tool wall or caddy

• Label and store seeds and fertilizers

• Set up an herb or veggie container garden

• Organize a BBQ or outdoor dining station

• Prep a bug-out or first aid kit for the backyard

• Make a fire pit s’mores box

• Create a poolside supply bin

• Set up a birdwatching or nature observation area

• Organize outdoor lighting and décor

Digital & Personal

• Clean out your photo library

• Organize and back up digital files

• Create a digital detox plan

• Plan out your summer budget

• Set summer fitness or health goals

• Organize your calendar for summer trips and events

• Create a summer self-care routine

• Make a vision board for the second half of the year

• Tidy your email inbox

• Organize your skincare or beauty products for warm weather

Summer is the perfect time to refresh, reset, and get organized! With longer days, warmer weather, and a more relaxed routine, it's easier to tackle those lingering projects and bring order to your home and life.

Whether you're clearing out clutter, prepping for vacation, or streamlining your daily routine, a little organizing can go a long way in helping you enjoy a smoother, stress-free season.