Summer may be over, but the fun is just beginning. Warmer months are great for outdoor activities, but cooler temperatures open the door for even more entertainment. Here are five affordable and enjoyable activities for winter.
Tour the globe with food.
Choose a different continent, country or U.S. region to “tour.” Then search for delectable recipes to prepare from locations you have chosen to “visit.” Invite friends and family to join and bring a dish to contribute to this palette-expanding opportunity for even more fun and to reduce cost.
Learn a new hobby.
Have you ever wanted to learn to sew? Paint? Rebuild cars? Refinish furniture? There is no time like the present. Many hobby supply stores and trade schools offer free or low-cost adult classes to help people learn a new skill. Choose an in-demand hobby, and your creations can be sold for a profit or to fund the next project.
Host an event.
A great way to strengthen relationships and expand a friend group is through hosting get-togethers. Whether it be a cookie exchange, game night or a movie night, time spent together creates bonding experiences and memories.
Indoor adventures.
There are many indoor adventures that do not close for the winter. These could include indoor skydiving, skating, bowling, pickleball, racquetball, trampoline centers, ropes courses, escape rooms and arcades. Call ahead to check prices and reservations to ensure the adventure is affordable and available.
Pamper yourself.
The cold winter months can dry out skin as much as the hot sun. Search the internet for inexpensive beauty treatments that can be made at home. By using your own creativity, you can find plenty of ways to have fun. If you need guidance, check online calendars listed on the websites of your favorite local hotspots; you can also start with chambers of commerce, libraries and vocational training institutes for some ideas in your local area. Another great place to find fun activities near you is by checking local official city, town or community municipal websites.
Article by Tina Herndon, TFCU Financial Educator
About the author
Tina Herndon began her financial career managing three native not-for-profit loan funds and completed a financial counseling session with each loan closing. She served as the Financial Education and Training Manager for the national nonprofit financial counseling and education service, BALANCE, where one of her responsibilities was main presenter. In 2022, she joined the Financial Empowerment team at Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) as a Financial Educator. Learn more about TFCU’s Financial Education team here.