July is one of the best months of the year. The weather is beautiful and there is tons of summer fun to go around. However, enjoying the summer can sometimes mean overspending. We have a few tips that will ensure you can have the best summer possible while also pocketing away some cash.

1. Vacation Packages: With summer one of the most popular times of the year to travel, many hotels and flights such as Radisson Hotels and JetBlue Getaways offer special vacation package deals that allow you to save money on your vacation. Take advantage of all-inclusive packages to avoid any surprise bills at the end of your trip.

2. Free Camps for Kids: When the kids are out of school for the summer, you may feel forced to spend tons of money on expensive summer camp programs to keep them entertained during the day. Fortunately, there are plenty of other options perfect for summer fun that are not only educational, but free! Apple has their own in-store Free Youth Program for children ages 8 to 12 that provides lessons in robotics, filmmaking, and storytelling. Microsoft offers a similar program with their YouthSpark camp, where children learn how to code and create games and apps.

3. Common July Deals: It may seem early, but around this time of year stores are already starting to prepare for the fall. With this preparation arrives sales on summer items in order to clear off the shelves. These deals include outdoor gear, grilling appliances and summer clothing. Also, you can participate in Nordstrom’s annual event as they celebrate their store anniversary in July with major sales.

4. Save on Utilities: Now is the perfect time to save on your monthly utility bills. You can keep your house cooler by grilling food outside, lowering your AC bill. You can even benefit from the warm weather by skipping the dryer and hanging your laundry outside to dry. Also, make sure to turn down your hot water heater and turn off electronics that are not being used.

5. Free Events: This July, enjoy free summer events with friends and family. Attend some free outdoor musical performances in your local park or get a taste of some of the best local restaurants during a food festival. You’ll save on what you’d usually spend on entertainment, while also having a blast.