Best Summer Letter Board Ideas That You’ll Love!

Summer is finally here—bringing sunshine, cold drinks, and a great excuse to switch up your home decor! If you’re looking for fresh ideas to update your letter board, this list of summer letter board ideas is the perfect way to capture the fun of your favorite season.

If you don’t have a letter board (this one comes with it’s own stand) yet, what are you waiting for? They are very affordable and so cute! I just noticed this pink one as well….dare I have TWO letter boards?

I think they make excellent fun gifts as well.

I’ve been having so much fun with my letter board! Who knew what a blast it would be to change it up and watch my husband chuckle as he walks past it or see my guests point at it and smile! You can change it up for literally any reason: it’s Tuesday, a birthday, every single holiday, your weekly menu, or you’re just in the mood to change it!

Whether you’re planning a summer party or counting down to your next beach trip, the right quote can help bring in all the summer vibes. From funny summer letter board quotes to inspirational quotes and sweet sayings, I’ve got you covered.

Why Update Your Letter Board in Summer?

This time of year is full of beach days, road trips, and summer break memories. Changing your letter board message (often!) to match the season is an easy way to add personality to any space and generate excitement for upcoming events! Whether you’re a teacher prepping for the end of the school year, a parent at home with kids, or a beach lover counting the days to vacation, these summer letter board ideas are for you.

A well-placed quote can:

• Brighten up your entryway or kitchen
• Add humor to your office or classroom
• Welcome guests with seasonal charm
• Serve as fun decor at a summer party

Funny Summer Letter Board Quotes

Bring on the laughs with these clever and funny summer quotes:

• I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream
• I’m in a serious relationship… with air conditioning
• I’m outdoorsy… I drink cold drinks on the patio
• Currently melting. Please send popsicles
• I’m sorry for what I said when it was 100 degrees
• I’m not a hot mess—I’m a spicy disaster

Beach Vacation & Ocean Breeze Quotes

Perfect for the beach lovers and those dreaming of salty air and sandy toes:

• Ocean breeze & flip flops, please
• Sandy toes, sunburnt nose, no regrets
• Gone to the beach. Be back in September
• I need vitamin sea
• Eat. Beach. Sleep. Repeat
• Sea shells and mermaid tails
• Instant mermaid, just add water
• Just another day in paradise

Short Quotes for Summer Decor

Looking for cute quotes that are short, simple, and perfect for your board?

• Summer vibes
• Stay cool
• Just keep swimming
• Hello, sunshine
• Life’s better in flip flops
• Less stress, more summer
• Walking on sunshine
• Let the summer fun begin!
• Tropic like it’s hot
• Here comes the sun

Inspirational Summer Letter Board Quotes

• Make this summer your masterpiece
• Let your dreams set sail
• Shine like the sun, even on cloudy days
• Chase the sun and catch the joy
• Every summer has a story—start writing yours
• Adventure is calling, and I must go
• Start where you are. Use what you have. Soak up the sun

Quotes for Classrooms & Teen Spaces

If you’re working with high school students, here are some ideas to set a fun tone: 

• Make this summer break unforgettable
• See you in September!
• Catch you later, alligator!
• Goodbye, homework. Hello, sunshine
• S’more learning, please!
• Happy summer, class of [insert year]!

Food & Fun Summer Letterboard Quotes

Celebrate the treats that make summer sweet with these funny summer letter board quotes:

• You had me at BBQ
• Calories don’t count at a BBQ
• Ice cream solves everything
• Life is short—eat the popsicle
• Chillin’ and grillin’
• Serving hamburgers, cold drinks and sass!

Summer Quotes From Literature

I don’t know about you but I always enjoy some literary quotes from some of my favorite authors and books, especially on the letter board!

• “The crickets felt it was their duty to warn everybody that summertime cannot last forever.”
  —E.B. White, Charlotte’s Web
• “When you see someone putting on his Big Boots, you can be pretty sure that an Adventure is going to happen.”—A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
• “We didn’t realize we were making memories. We just knew we were having fun.”— A.A. Milne (attributed, often quoted for nostalgic childhood reflections)
• “The sun shone through the trees, and Peter Rabbit was very glad he had nothing at all to do.”
  —Beatrix Potter

Short & Silly Summer Jokes for Kids

• Why did the sun go to school?
  To get a little brighter!
• What do you call a snowman in July?
  A puddle!
• What do you do if you get rejected at the sunscreen factory?
  Reapply!
• Why don’t oysters share their beach toys?
  Because they’re shellfish!
• What’s the best day to go to the beach?
  Sun-day!
• Why did the crab never share?
  Because he was a little shellfish!
• What do frogs like to drink in the summer?
  Croak-a-cola!
• Why did the ice cream truck break down?
  Because of the rocky road!
• What do you call a dog on the beach in the summer?
  A hot dog!

Bonus Tip: Rotate Props For Added Fun

Use your summer letter board to rotate through inspirational quotes, short quotes, fun jokes for the kids or even reminders for the week. For added fun, pair your letter board with seasonal touches like sunglasses, faux citrus fruit, or beach-themed trinkets.

Related Post

Looking for more seasonal inspiration? Check out our related post on Easter Letter Board Ideas to keep your board fresh in the spring as well. I’ll be adding more letter board ideas so be sure to keep checking our home page!

Show Off Your Summer Style!

What’s on your board this season? Share your favorites in the comments or tag us on social media with your summer letter board ideas. Whether you’re soaking up the ocean breeze or staying cool inside (with my best friend Air Conditioning!), the right quote is the perfect way to welcome sunny days ahead!