35 things to do on a No Spend Weekend. Choose one or more ideas for a fun weekend without any expenses.
Weekend fun can get a little spendy. So I like to change it up and give myself a no spend weekend challenge every once in a while. At least once a month is a good idea for my family. Give your budget a break and try something new or finally finish something you’ve had on your to-do list.
Here are some ideas to get you started but I’m sure you’ll be able to think of more as you go along.
Go on a hike – Find a local trail and explore nature around your home.
Watch a new movie – If you have a streaming service watch a movie you haven’t seen yet.
Play board games – Games are great for family time and fun together.
Visit a park – Take snacks or a picnic to enjoy the whole day at the park.
Learn a new skill – Try something new you’ve been wanting to do for a while.
Camp in the back yard – If you’ve never camped in the backyard you have to give it a try. Kids love the experience.
Have a star gazing night – Download a free app and use your phone to find stars and planets. You can also make s’mores for a treat.
Visit a free museum – Some museums have free weekends. Find out which weekend is free and plan for that weekend.
Practice photography – Take photos of family, friends or nature. You can even plan a small family photo shoot.
Go thru old photos – Maybe now it’s time to finally get those old photos in order. And who doesn’t love going through old photos?
Bake something – Bake something together or have a family bake-off.
Read a book – Have a read-a-thon as a family and add treats because that makes everything even better.
Do something you’ve been putting off – Make time to do something you’ve been putting off. Now is the time!
Go window shopping – Go to your favorite area of town and do some window shopping and walk away without spending anything.
Clean out a closet – Have a family organization day and get some closets organized.
Go for a bike ride – Grab some water bottles and map out a bike route.
Attend a free local event – check for free local events and plan your weekend around something you’ll enjoy.
Volunteer somewhere – Ask where you can volunteer locally. Some places need extra help on the weekends.
Go geocaching – Download a free app and go on a fun geocaching treasure hunt.
Detail your car – Everyone loves a clean car but often can’t make time to give it that attention. Blast music and make it fun.
Home town sightseeing – When was the last time you played tourist in your home town? It’s fun and eye opening.
Play video games – I’m not great at video games but sometimes it’s fun and relaxing to do something different.
Clean out the garage – If your garage can use a good clean out gather the family and make it a productive day.
Do yard work – Get your yard in shape so you can enjoy it the rest of the season.
Have a scavenger hunt – Plan and carry out a scavenger hunt for the family.
DIY something – What’s something you’ve been wanting to create? Make it happen!
Make a time capsule – Have every member of the family add something to the capsule then seal it and open it in 5-10 years.
Have a spa day – Turn you home into a spa by adding pleasant music, good smells and relaxing lighting. Then add nail, hair and body care for a relaxing day.
Minute to Win It games – Make fun games by using things you already have around the house. Pinterest has some fun minute to win it games.
Try yoga or a new workout – Try a new exercise routine.
Do a puzzle – Make space on a table to work on a puzzle all weekend.
Make a new recipe – Create a new recipe using food in the pantry. You could make it a contest and then enjoy everyone’s creations.
Use any free coupons you have – If you’ve been collecting free coupons for food and events now is the time to use them.
Paint something – Use supplies you already have and plan an art class then display your creations.
Work on family history – Stories and photos about ancestors are enlightening and interesting. What a joy to learn about family.
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