Bonding with friends is such a great way to spend your leisure time, especially on holidays! This allows you to catch up, do fun activities together, revisit old memories and even create new ones! But as much as we’d like to spend time with friends, going out as a group can be quite pricey.
But not to worry! There are now tons of inexpensive ways to bond with friends. We listed great bonding ideas to do with friends for the holidays, AND all are pretty budget-friendly! So if you’re ready to have a blast with friends over the holidays without breaking the bank, check out our list below!
1 – Have a movie night!
Who doesn’t like watching movies with friends? This is such a simple and affordable way to bond with friends! Plus all you basically need is (1) A place to watch movies, (2) snacks and drinks and (3) a list of films to watch, then voila! You got yourself a movie night.
To make it more cozy you can ask your friends to come in pajamas, drink some hot cocoa and even build a fort out of sheets and pillows! But a secret to a good movie night is a list of great films, so while crafting your movie list, make sure to pick ones you’d know all your friends would like.
2 – Have a bake-off
A fun way to spend your holiday evenings is by having a bake-off with friends! This is a fun activity to do that’ll bring out the creativity within yourselves and also the competitive side! And if you’re worried about being a beginner in baking, don’t sweat! Try doing simple recipes like cookies, brownies, and cupcakes and even simply decorating store-bought sponge cakes/cupcakes.
And after, you can taste and indulge in your wonderful creations! All you need is an oven, needed ingredients (based on what you’re planning to bake), an apron and baking equipment.
3 – Go on a staycation!
Staycations are a new and inexpensive way to go on a gateway! This is a great thing to do with friends, especially if you’re looking for an “overnight” activity. All you have to do is look for accommodation within your area and book!
A great accommodation to consider is service apartments! This is bigger compared to hotel rooms and motels and is much cheaper for its size. Serviced apartments are furnished units and come with a bedroom/s, a living room, a bathroom/s and sometimes a laundry room.
So you’ll have everything you need to sleep, “hang”, cook and even do laundry. Plus since serviced apartments are usually more spacious, this is perfect for big groups and long stays.
4 – Have a barbecue!
If you’re looking for a quick and chill bonding idea to do with friends, this might be the one for you. Having a barbecue is a great way to gather friends and also enjoy a delicious meal too! You can even assign your friends to bring other dishes, drinks and desserts.
5 – Go on a hike
Looking for something active to do with friends? Then this might be one to consider! Going on a hike is a great way to bond with friends, see new sights and even squeeze in a cardio day. This is an inexpensive activity to do since most mountain trails are free or come with cheap environmental fees.
6 – Go thrift shopping
If your friends love clothes and saving a quick buck then go on a thrift shopping spree! This is a fun way to bond with friends as you pick out one-of-a-kind pieces for a dollar or less! Plus thrift shopping will not only give you a great time with friends but also new vintage pieces!
7 – Have a spa day at home!
Thinking of treating yourselves after months of long hours in the office? Then why not have a spa day at home this holiday? This is an inexpensive way to pamper yourselves and also have a great time together.
You can come up with fruit-infused water, DIY beauty treatments, pick out your favourite scented candle, put on relaxing music and do facials and foot masks!
8 – Have a karaoke night at home!
Planning to sing your hearts out this holiday? Then pull out your microphones and have a karaoke night at home! This is a great way to bond with friends and is also pretty affordable. Pair this with some snacks and drinks then tah-dah! You’re now ready for a night of singing and dancing! You can even ask your friends to each bring a dish or beverage of their choosing to cut on food expenses.
Take away
But before sending that invite, make sure to also consider your friends’ interests, schedules and preferences about what you have planned. This is to ensure everyone has a great time! Now that you know 8 great budget-friendly ideas to bond with friends, use your newfound knowledge and have the best time with friends this holiday!
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