Epic List Of Fun Things To Do For The Weekend

So it’s Friday and instead of relaxing, you’re looking for fun things to do for this weekend.

Maybe you want productive things to do when bored at home or want to be out with friends. We got you covered with activities to suit your mood.

In this post, you’ll find fun things to do for the weekend when bored at home and fun things to do with friends on weekends when bored.

fun things to do for the weekend when bored at home

Looking for things to do at home when bored this weekend? Then keep reading. You’ll love this list.

1| Practice playing an instrument

Take a class on teachable or find free ones on YouTube.

2| Redecorate your home

Paint, rearrange furniture or get some new decor, new window coverings, deep clean and declutter…

3| Reading a book

Spend the weekend listening to your favorite audiobook or reading a book.

4| Painting wall art

Add some creative decor to your home with your own wall art. You don’t need to be an artist to create wall art, it can be and affordable to do. And if you’re good at painting, your artwork could become a side hustle.

5| Make greeting cards

Make greeting cards or morning wishes for friends, for a special occasion or your partner to tell them how you feel. This list of deep passionate love messages for him and good morning text messages will give you some ideas for your card.

6| Host a dinner party

Invite your besties, family or host a couple’s date night dinner party.

7| Decorate a cake

Take a cake decorating class and wow your family with a cake you made and decorated on your own. But if you don’t want to pay for a class, find how-to videos on YouTube. Get a cake decorating kit and get started.

8| Furniture makeover

I love doing furniture makeover, it’s a fun way to update an old piece. The best places to get old furniture that needs some love are thrift stores. Or maybe you have a piece at home in need of a facelift.

9| Make homemade pet treats

If you’re a pet lover, am sure you’re concerned about what goes in their foods. So, why not try making your own pet foods? How hard can it be?

10| Pickle vegetables

This is a fun summer activity to do at home. That you can enjoy for months to come. The great thing about pickling your own vegetables, especially homegrown ones, is that you know exactly what’s going into it. And you can make it taste how you want it to.

11| DIY self-care products

Learn how to make your own bath bombs, body butters, candles, soaps, face masks, oil blends…

12| Learn a new language

What language have you always wanted to learn? Stop putting it off! Find an online class or an app to practise on the weekends.

13| Clean your house to your favourite tunes

So you’re stuck doing laundry or cleaning. Might as well put some music on and get to work. Afterwards, indulge in some comfort foods.

14| Have a date night at home

Get creative with at home date nights because they are cheap and you don’t need to drive anywhere. But hey, you still need to dress up.

Make a multicourse meal, dessert and don’t forget the wine. Here’s a fun list of ideas for date night at home, you will love.

15| Try an online escape room

Create your own adventure at home with a virtual escape room. Get your adrenaline pumping with this fun list of escape rooms to try.

things to do on the weekend Outdoor activities

After slaving away all week, you need to relax and recharge, or try our fun list of things to do with friends that you’ll love. These activities are also fun to do with family.

So here are some fun things to do on weekend with friends, kids, your partner, and family.

16| Host a back yard dinner party

Invite your pals to a cool dinner party in your backyard. BBQ, potluck style, takeout…

17| Do landscape or gardening

Use the weekend to freshen up your outdoor area. Go plant shopping, new patio furniture, clear out old plants and weeds. Give your outdoor space a makeover.

18| Plan a getaway with your partner or friends

19| Visit a water park

There are plenty of indoor and outdoor water parks within Ontario to keep you busy in winter or summer.

20| Volunteering

Get involved with your community, volunteer at local animal shelters, food banks, boys and girls clubs, homeless shelters, get involved with city clean-ups…

21| Visit a farmers’ market

Visit your local farmers’ market and get fresh fruits and vegetables for your upcoming meals.

22| Go apple picking

Apple picking is so much fun, especially with kids. Find a local apple orchard that is organic or uses no pesticides and sample the fruits while you pick.

23| Make pies

Put some fruits from the orchid or farmers’ market to good use. Make pies, applesauce, apple crumbles, jellies and jam.

24| Have a garage sale

Make time to get rid of unused things and host a garage sale. Or get your neighbors together and have a block garage sale.

25| Book an Airbnb for the weekend

Airbnbs are the best home away from home. You usually have access to a kitchen, unlike hotels. And they are typically more family friendly.

26| Visit a nearby major city for the weekend

Research in advance to find fun things to do in a nearby city. For our summer, we plan on finding fun things to do in Niagara Falls, Kitchener, Toronto and Muskoka.

27| Go for a walk or hike

Take a long walk on a nearby trail or go hiking. Because being outdoors surrounded by nature helps to destress.

28| Watch the sunrise or sunset

So you’re busy all week with no time to sip on your favourite drink and enjoy the sun’s beauty. The weekend is the perfect time to get up early and watch the sunset while surrounded by nature.

29| Take your family or friends on a short road trip

29| Teach your kids a new task

The weekend is the perfect time to give your kids cooking lessons. Or teach them a life lesson such as riding a bike, skateboarding, swimming…

30| Have a bonfire

Invite friends over for a fun bonfire with s’mores, a BBQ meal, have a good time by the fire. This can be at parks, the beach, backyard…

31| Pool party

32| Water sports

Enjoy a day by the water with friends and family swimming, water skiing, surfing, kite surfing, whitewater rafting, kayaking and much more. Here is a list of fun water sports to do for a weekend with friends.

33| Go camping, glamping, visit a theme park…

34| Have a beach day

A day at the beach is a fun activity to do with friends or kids on a hot summer day. But don’t forget cold water, lunch and sunscreen.

35| Have a fun workout session

So you’ve been lounging around and snacking all winter. The weekend is the perfect time to get friends together for a fun workout session.

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Final thoughts on the list of fun things to do for the weekend

Don’t just spend your weekend binge watching Netflix. Find things to do with friends on the weekend that ignite creativity, and get you moving.

What kind of fun activities do you usually do on the weekend with friends or family?

If you have a bucket list, surely there’s something on there you would like to cross off on the weekend.