Instagram is a very helpful and important tool for growing your blog and connecting with your audience.

Or you can just do this challenge just for fun!!

But we all know how difficult it can be to come up with content ideas that are fun and make your audience want to truly engage.

Which is why I put together this Summer Instagram challenge for this summer!

The challenge is simple- throughout the 3 main months of summer (June, July, and August) post all 40 of these picture ideas!

By following this Summer Instagram challenge throughout the summer you would have enough content for 2-3 posts a week and then add an additional 2-3 that are specific to your brand or blog. Remember that consistency is key for growing your Instagram account.

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1. Share a summer drink (and include the recipe)

2. #national best friend day – June 8th

3. Flat lay pic of pool or beach supplies

4. Fun pic with a summer treat (think popsicles or DQ bar!)

5. #national selfie day – June 21st

6. Summer travel tips and tricks

7. Behind the scenes of your photos

8. #world social media day – June 30th

9. Share your favorite books for summer reading

10. Sunrise snap

11. 4th of July (try using sparklers!)

12. #national ice cream day – July 19th

13. Pic at your favorite outdoor patio

14. Playing in the water picture

15. #National wine and cheese day – July 25th

16. Throwback to a summer childhood picture

17. Favorite summer outfits

18. A snap of your summer lunch ideas

19. Field of flowers (drive a little out of town if you can’t find one!)

20. Selfie with a fun summer hat

21. Fun pic with fruit (recommend using Pinterest for inspo!)

22. Snap of your coffee, summer edition!

23. #International Beer Day – August 7th (21+)

24. Summer manicure (bright colors really pop)

25. Classic feet in the sand pic

26. Summer hair style (beach waves or french braids anyone?!)

27. Nature inspired- get creative with summer flowers!

28. #National relaxation day – August 15th

29. Snap of you at your favorite summer event

30. Road Tripping (try the “out the car window” challenge!)

31. #National Dog Day – August 26th show off that cute pup

32. Celebrate the end of the Dog Days of Summer on August 11th

33. Picture on the beach or the park

34. Snap of you playing with summer inspired makeup

35. Get creative with bubbles or a sparklers

36. Under the stars pic

37. Try an underwater camera for some awesome snaps

38. Goofy pic with your friends- don’t be afraid to show a fun side!

39. Sunglasses selfie- keep it simple!

40. A wrap up of your favorite pics from summer

If you try this challenge I would love if you tag me in Instagram- @korrashay !

For tips on planning your social media content then check out this calendar and for more Instagram content ideas check this out: Instagram Content Calendar for Bloggers.

Korra-Shay