As the pace of life quickens, it’s no surprise that the average American spends about 8.4 hours working each day. After a long week, everyone craves some fun and relaxing weekend activities.
You’ve made it through another busy week—whether at a customer service center, an accounting firm, or any other demanding job—and now it’s time to recharge. The weekend offers the perfect chance to unwind, reconnect with your significant other, and enjoy moments free from daily responsibilities.
No matter how long you’ve been together, routines can set in quickly. Ordering takeout or watching movies is cozy, but it’s also important to shake things up. Adding fresh and fun couple activities—whether indoors or outdoors—can strengthen your bond and create unforgettable memories.
Fun Things to Do: Activities You Can Do This Weekend
If you want to keep the spark alive and stay in the love bubble, you need to make an effort to add some zest to your life. No need to venture out, have a wonderful time with your partner in the warmth and coziness of your home. As Pepper Schwartz, PhD, coauthor of The Normal Bar: The Surprising Secrets of Happy Couples said, “At-home date nights show that your relationship can be more refreshing without artificial or expensive bells and whistles. Shake up a stale routine, and surprise each other with some new couple activity ideas.
Here are some fun things to do on weekends to make your relaxing time spent indoors with your partner and your kids more enjoyable.
1. Binge-Watching
Most couples have at least one show that they watch together at night or while eating dinner, but what about spending an entire afternoon just binge-watching an entire season? Just imagine cozying up on the couch or bed, grabbing your favorite snacks, and clearing your schedule for the rest of the day only to watch every episode of the new season of Stranger Things! Absolutely divine.
2. Cooking Together
Time to put on your chef hat and pre-heat the oven, because cooking with your partner is an entire experience. Whether your cooking skills are Iron Chef-worthy or you’ve never done more than make toast, cooking can be a very rewarding time. Just pick out a recipe that both of you will like, gather up all the ingredients, and follow the instructions as provided. You’ll both have fun, and if all goes well, you’ll get something tasty for your efforts.
3. Playing Games
Games can be a cheerful way to make life easier and more enjoyable together as they bring a bit of playful competitiveness to your relationship. The two of you could play card games, board games, video games, trivia games, or anything in between. It will bring you back to your childhood and let you compete for fun rewards, like the loser having to do the dishes or the winner getting to pick that night’s movie—just remember that it’s all in good fun.
4. Making Art
You don’t have to be Picasso to create works of art with your significant other. Play with mindful art activities like cool doodle ideas together, such as patterns, shapes, and lines. Engaging in these creative projects can make your day and help relieve daily stress. With some paint or pencils, the two of you can work on art projects together to decorate your home! Alternatively, take part in some kids art activities like coloring the adult books to relax and relieve your stress and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces. You might pick out each other’s subjects, the medium, or perhaps the style in which each of you must create your pieces. Another option is to work on one project together and see how it turns out!
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5. Create Photo Albums
Making a photo album may sound like something your grandma would rather do, but you may find that doing this with your partner is surprisingly fun. You’ll both have a blast going through all of your old photos and reminiscing about the special moments as you figure out how to best organize them. Then once you’re finished, you’ll have a book that you can look back on each time you want a laugh.
6. Having An Indoor Camping Adventure
Enjoy each other’s company by disconnecting from devices. Transform your living room into a cozy haven by setting up a couple of flat sheets or blankets as a peaceful campsite in front of the fireplace. Play calming water sounds, such as rain or ocean waves, to create a soothing ambiance, and share gentle stories, recall cherished moments, or let your worries fade away in your makeshift tent, allowing yourselves to unwind and prepare for a serene core sleep.
A Weekend Well Spent
These are all excellent ways to spend the weekend inside with your partner. Regardless of if you decide to play games, watch movies, or even work on art together, you can rest assured that you’re both in for a fun time! And if you’re feeling especially daring, you might even venture . . . outside.
