Going out on the town with your friends can be a lot of fun, but sometimes it isn't always practical. It might be that you're trying to save money, so paying for expensive drinks and food isn't something you can fit into your budget this month. You might just prefer to avoid big crowds because you find them annoying, or you still want to be cautious due to COVID still affecting people around the world. Whatever your reason to want to stay in this weekend, that doesn't mean you can't still have a great time with your friends at home! Just try one of the following suggestions.
Chocolate Tasting
Who doesn't love chocolate? If you and your friends have a sweet tooth, this could be an excellent idea to try at home. Although traditionally you might have had to visit a chocolatier's shop to take part in an event like this, more and more businesses are now providing virtual tastings as they had to adapt last year, and many are choosing to continue to do this. You'll get sent one of the company's popular chocolate gift boxes, and at your agreed appointment, you can all log in to find out more about how these delicious treats were made. Your friends can join you at your place to do this, or they can stay in the comfort of their homes if they would prefer.
Wine and Cheese Night
If you would prefer a savory treat instead, then hosting a wine and cheese night could be just the thing. It might sound played out, but these evenings are great for casual conversation and catching up. If everyone brings a bottle of wine and a special cheese, it means that you're not having to go through the effort of cooking a big meal for everybody, but the food will still be great. Just make sure you have other nibbles like olives, quality potato chips, dips, etc., so there are other options rather than just cheese and crackers! This is a particularly nice thing to do on a summer's evening when you can all sit out in the garden and watch the sunset.
Murder Mystery Night
A murder mystery night is an excellent way to have fun at home, and it is relatively easy to organize. All you need to do is purchase a games pack online and download the content. Then let everyone choose a character and then give them their character booklets when they arrive. Make everyone come dressed up as their characters to complete the magic, and laugh along with each other as you try to figure out who is the guilty culprit! There are many themed packs you can choose from out there, so finding one that you will all love shouldn't be too much of a challenge.
Arts and Crafts
If you feel like getting a bit creative, you can always try out an arts and crafts kit with your friends. When it comes to the festive season, something like wreath making or creating Christmas tree decorations could be fun and get you into the holiday spirit. This could also be fun in the run-up to Halloween or any other special occasion you have coming up that might require some festive décor.
If you want to spend time with your friends but would prefer to have a night in, consider the suggestions above as they are all great options that everyone can enjoy.
