Rain or Shine: 10 Ways to Play This Summer

Summer days are made for play, both inside and outside. Whether you're building sandcastles at the beach, setting up shop in your backyard, or creating cozy corners indoors, HABA has toys and activities that spark imagination and joy no matter what the weather brings. Here are 10 of our favorite ways to make the most of every summer moment—rain or shine.

1. Hit the Road with HABA Cars Our collection of HABA cars is ready for big adventures in small hands. Whether you're racing down makeshift outside tracks or exploring the living room floor, these sturdy vehicles inspire endless imaginative routes.

2. Create Wild Tracks with Kullerbü Kullerbü is your go-to indoor roller coaster system, designed for exciting twists, turns, and tumbles. Rainy day? No problem. Build ball runs, racing ramps, and new track layouts that keep little engineers engaged for hours.

3. Explore the Wild with Terra Kids From bug catcher magnifiers to binoculars, Terra Kids outdoor tools encourage curiosity in the backyard and beyond. Head to the woods or your local park and let your little explorers observe the wonders of the natural world with real tools for real discoveries.

4. Dig, Scoop, and Splash with Spielstabil No summer is complete without sand between your toes. Spielstabil sand toys are ultra-durable, BPA-free, and built to last. Whether it's digging moats with a sturdy shovel or serving pretend ice cream, these tools are a beach-day essential.

5. Pour on the Fun with Our New Spilling Funnel Level up your sand and water play with our brand-new Spilling Funnel. Designed to mix water and sand into mesmerizing flows, it's perfect for decorating castles or experimenting with creative construction.

6. Make a World of Stories with Little Friends Camp out under the stars, take a pretend road trip, or start a backyard band—Little Friends are ready for anything. These bendable dolls and their tiny accessories bring big storytelling energy to long summer days.

7. Play Indoors with HABA Games From classic stacking games like Animal Upon Animal to beginner-friendly strategy games, our collection is built for screen-free family fun. They're perfect for rainy days, travel downtime, or just taking a break in the shade.

8. Have Some Doll Friends Over  Summer is all about friends and playdates and who makes a better friend than a soft and snuggly doll? HABA's collection of soft dolls help little ones express empathy and imagination, whether rocking a baby to sleep or hosting an afternoon picnic. Add summer-themed accessories like our doll bike seat for extra seasonal charm!

9. Set Up Shop with Pretend Play Turn your living room into a farmer’s market and hang our play store for imaginative fun. Stock it with play food, stuffed animals, or handmade signs and watch as your child rings up customers with glee.

10. Make It Real with a Lemonade Stand Nothing says summer like a good old-fashioned lemonade stand. Use your pretend play setup as a jumping-off point, then work together to make a real pitcher of lemonade and signs for your stand. It's a sweet way to practice math, hospitality, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Bonus Ideas for Endless Play

• Water Painting with Brushes and Buckets – paint the sidewalk with water for no-mess outdoor art
• Nature Table Scavenger Hunt – collect stones, leaves, and flowers to display at home
• Backyard Obstacle Course – use cones, ribbons, and toys to build your own mini camp

Soak Up the Season 

No matter the forecast, summer is full of opportunities to explore, create, and connect. With a little imagination (and the right toys), every day is a new adventure—rain or shine.