Spending time with friends is hands-down one of my favorite things to do. Fancy cocktails at a rooftop bar? Count me in. Trip to Nashville for a long weekend? Absolutely! Getting our nails done or going to a spa for a massage? Sure thing.
But…my wallet doesn’t always love girl time…at least not when we are constantly choosing things that cost at least $75-100 to participate.
So my friends and I compiled a list of our top 25 all-time favorite, budget-friendly ways to hang out. Some are completely free and others are low-cost options because not every girls’ night needs to be a budget buster.
Best budget-friendly things to do
- Movie night (or The Bachelor??) with popcorn and snacks
- Coffee date and hot girl walk around a park
- Trip to the local farmer’s market
- After work happy hours
- Read a book and host a little book club
- Charcuterie picnic with wine
- Board game, drinking game, video game night
- Attend local free concerts
- Spend the afternoon thrifting/sale shopping
- Create mood/vision boards
- Try out crafting/crocheting/painting/drawing
- Take a long drive and find new music
- Attend a local musical/show
- Go for a bike ride
- Eat at your favorite ice cream place
- Host a bake-a-thon
- Host a dinner party with dresses
- Visit your local museums on free or discount days
- Go on a long hike
- Make a bonfire and roast s’mores
- Karaoke at your favorite dive bar
- Visit the library or local bookstore
- Try a new league sport or play pickup sand volleyball
- Get some fresh air and relaxation with outdoor yoga
- Make a Youtube or TikTok video