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When you spend all your time with your friends, it can be difficult to think of new things to do with friends. From spending all day on the couch to hitting the same hiking trails over and over again, doing the same things over and over again can get a little boring.

But having a few new things to do up your sleeve can lead you and your friends on all kinds of new adventures. To make sure that you and your friends make the most of your time together, we have compiled a list of things to do with friends, so you never have to be bored again!

Contents

Best - #Best

Best

Bored - #Bored

Bored

Adventurous - #Adventurous

Adventurous

Sunday - #Sunday

Sunday

Home - #Home

Home

Fun - #Fun

Fun

Creative Things - #Creative-Things

Creative Things

To Do Online - #To-Do-Online

To Do Online

Productive Things - #Productive-Things

Productive Things

Over The Summer - #Over-The-Summer

Over The Summer

How - #How

How

Downloadable list - #Downloadable-list

Downloadable/Printable List

More Ways - #More-Ways

More Ways

21 Best Things To Do With Friends

Spending time with your friends doesn't have to cost the earth. But coming up with some things to do with friends does take time. Don't worry though. We have you covered.

1. Pinterest party

Whether you are planning a wedding or your next craft project, a Pinterest party is a creative way to spend your time.

2. Bake a cake from scratch

It doesn't have to be the best cake in the world. It's just as fun making it.

3. Listen to podcasts

From crime podcasts to comedy podcasts, listening to podcasts is a great way to cater to everyone's tastes.

4. Have fun in an obstacle course

American Ninja Warrior is a terrific program that celebrates the capacity of extreme athletes to crush high-level obstacle courses. Take some parkour courses if you really want to expand this way.

5. Feed ducks.

Don't feed wildlife processed human foods like Wonderbread and Saltines because even though it makes happy ducks in the moment, it's not good for their systems.

6. Have a cookout.

Grill some freshly caught trout. Chill around the campfire. Sing some songs with a guitar. You can't go wrong with this one.

7. Challenge each other to a badminton tournament.

Badminton takes a little less physical strength than tennis and yet you're still accomplishing similar goals and working together with a team.

8. Attend a county fair.

County fairs are the pride of rural areas because farmers prepare all year to show off their best animals and their best produce.

9. Movie Marathon

Action. Adventure. Comedy. Why not all of them?

10. Go to the zoo

Who doesn't love the zoo? Add some ice cream and you have a great day out.

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11. Go to an outlet mall

Shopping is a great way to spend some time with your friends. But getting bargains at cut prices? That's even better!

12. See a play or a musical

There is something about live theatre isn't there? The lights, the stage, the costumes. It really is a great way to spend an evening.

13. Participate in a color run

Not only does a color run make for some incredible pictures, but it is also a great way to stay fit, together.

14. Go to a horror house

This might not be to everyone's taste, but if you and your friends love being scared, a horror house might just be for you.

15. Make homemade sauces.

Make sauces at home so you know what's going into them and they're a lot fresher than if they arrived in a truck.

16. Go to the festival.

Any place where people gather for outdoor entertainment is sure to be a nice way to relax together.

17. Take turns playing detective using a telescope.

Futz around with a telescope, a microscope, and a magnifying glass and see things that the naked eye does not experience every day.

18. Have breakfast for dinner.

America has some boxed-in ideas about what should be served at each meal. Other countries simply have a meal consisting of whatever they want at a generally scheduled meal time and nobody feels mismatched about it.

19. Watch a scary movie.

Be scared together and see where that collective emotion takes you with an intentional discussion of what it brought up for you afterwards.

20. Karaoke night.

Whether you enjoy rocking out or belting out your favorite ballad, karaoke is a great way to get your friends together.

21. Dance to a Zumba Youtube video

Who knew you could have so much fun working out?

12 Things To Do With Your Besties When Bored

Doing the same thing every weekend can get really boring. But when you have a few things to do when bored up your sleeve, you and your friends are guaranteed to have a great time.

22. Weed out each other's garden

It might not seem like one of the most exciting things to do, but it can make your gardens look lovely.

23. Play truth or dare

Depending on who you play this with, it can get messy very quickly.

24. Tell scary stories

They say that scary stories are for children. But turn off the light and a scary story can scare even the bravest of adults.

25. Clean out wardrobe

Cleaning out your wardrobe can also lead to great clothes swapping party.

26. Online shopping

There is nothing like filling your virtual basket with your favorite items.

27. Binge-watch FRIENDS

When you're bored, it's great to have a TV show that you can just lose yourself in. And FRIENDS is always a great choice.

28. Create your group handshake

Friends come and go. But a group handshake? That lasts a lifetime.

29. Write letters to your future selves

Even better why not get your friends to write letters to you, in the future?

30. Take a walk in the park

With the sun beating down, a walk in the park is probably one of the best things to do when bored.

31. Take online personality tests

Some people say that online personality tests aren't accurate. But we all know they are 100% fun!

32. Run errands

When you have nothing else better to do, take the time to run some errands. You'll thank us later.

33. Learn basic self-defense via YouTube

WARNING: Before you do this, make sure you take the expensive stuff out of your sitting room.

12 Adventurous Things To Do With Friends

Do you remember when you were a kid and everything felt like an adventure? As an adult, it doesn't really feel like that anymore. But with some adventurous things to do, you and your friends can reclaim the feeling of adventure.

34. Challenge each other in an obstacle course

Whether the obstacle course is in the park or in your front room, it's going to be hilarious.

35. Try escape rooms

Escape rooms do one of two things. They either show you and your friends how good your work together. Or, they can drive you all mad!

36. Play laser tag

Laser tag is very retro. But it's also incredibly fun.

37. Have fun with go-karts

The speed, the smell of burning rubber, the wind blowing in your hair. There is nothing better than go-karts!

38. Take a road trip

Stick some music on, point to a spot on the map, and just drive. You never know where you will end up.

39. Go swim in a lake or river nearby

Who needs a swimming pool when you can discover nature's own swimming pool?

40. Camp out

Camping out under the stars always leads to a new adventure.

41. Freediving

Freediving isn't for everyone, but it's great for a big bunch of adventurers.

42. Paddleboarding

When you're standing on a paddleboard, you can pretend that you are sailing the seven seas.

43. Climb a tree

With some upper body strength and some courage, you can climb that tree!

44. Try an exotic cuisine

Broaden your and your friend's tastes by trying out some unusual cuisine.

45. Stick eye stickers to random things

It may seem like a simple thing to do, but it's actually really hilarious!

13 Things To Do With Friends On A Sunday

Sundays are a day of rest. But when you are with your friends, anything can happen. With these things to do on a Sunday, you will never have a boring Sunday again!

46. Try a new restaurant

Cooking on a Sunday always seems like a chore. So why not spend some time with your friends and grab a bite to eat?

47. Group Yoga

Even if you haven't done yoga before, group yoga is really enjoyable.

48. Spa day

Sunday is for relaxing. And what better way to relax than going to the spa?

49. Volunteer at an animal shelter

The only problem with volunteering at an animal shelter is that you might just come home with a cute puppy.

50. Hold a yard sale

Our houses are always fun of nick-nacks. So why not make some money and sell them?

51. Bake cookies

The best thing about baking cookies is eating cookies.

52. Teach yourselves how to knit

It can be frustrating at first, but it's a hobby worth learning.

53. Enroll in an online course

Well, you know what they say? Great minds think alike. So why not learn alike?

54. Practice origami

Patience and skills are needed when learning origami. And if you don't have those qualities, a paper ball is just as creative.

55. Start a compost bin

Becoming more environmentally friendly can be easy and starting a compost bin is a great start.

56. Beat each other's Sudoku times

A bit of healthy competition and a timer and you and your friends have yourself a challenge!

57. Water your plants

Plants can be your friend too. So why not water them and see how they grow.

58. Learn a new card trick

Wow both your friends and yourself by learning a magic trick.

11 Things To Do At Home With Friends

Sometimes you're short on cash and sometimes you just don't want to leave your house. So having a few fun things to do at home in mind will make sure you have fun, no matter the weather. 

59. Bonfire

There is nothing better than sitting around a bonfire with your friends.

60. Barbecue night

Actually, the only thing better than a bonfire is food cooked over some flames. So fire up that barbecue!

61. Potluck dinner

Step 1. Check your fridge

Step 2. Throw everything from your fridge into a pot

Step 3. Cook

Step 4. Enjoy a potluck dinner

62. Give your pets a bath

With some pampering, your pet will love you just a little bit more.

63. Play Monopoly

Monopoly is a great way to spend time with your friends. However, it's a good idea to put a timer on it. Because otherwise, it could go on for days!

64. Explore Spotify

Broaden your musical horizons by listening to music that you normally skip.

65. Cook a new recipe

It might not look or taste great, but really it's all about the cooking.

66. Indoor Picnic

When the weather doesn't cooperate with your picnic plans, you can always have it inside.

67. Browse old photo albums

Friendship is all about memories. So why not browse some of your past memories with your friends?

68. Design masks and have an indoor party

Whether your masks are funny or sophisticated, and some canapes and you have yourself a party.

69. Meditate

It can be difficult to keep a straight face when mediating with friends but it's worth all the giggles.

11 Fun things to do with friends

Hanging out with friends is one of life's great pleasures, but if you do the same things all the time it's likely that you're looking for brand new activities to enjoy together. Thankfully there are loads of fun things to do with friends that you can try out and experience.

70. Go to the beach

If you don't live very near the coast you could go on a road trip together and spend time on the beach. Whether it's a sandy beach or a rocky beach, taking some time away from the city is always fun.

71. Go bowling

Chances are that you spent time at a bowling alley as a kid and they can be just as fun as an adult. Grab a group of friends and book a lane or two then spend time chatting and bowling together to see who's the best in your group.

72. Write Out Your Bucket List and Pick One to Do

This can be one of the most fun things to do with friends because you get to tick off something you've always wanted to experience. You could write a collective bucket list or write one each and pick an activity from each of the lists.

73. Host a series watching party

If you and your friends love a series like The Office or Stranger Things, why not host a watching party? Get your friends to dress up and get in character, decorate your living room and grab some snacks, then settle down to enjoy the show together.

74. Go to free outdoor concerts or movies

There is something super fun about going to an open-air concert. The festival vibe that it creates means it's an awesome way to spend time with friends.

75. Attend a free admission day at the local museum or nature center

It's likey that you live close to museums, art galleries or nature centers, even if they're small. These places sometimes host days where they're free to enter and they can be an awesome way to spend time with friends and learn something new at the same time.

76. Go paintballing

Paintballing is a great activity to do with a group of friends that can be split into two teams. Maybe it's been a long time since you've gone paintballing or maybe you've never tried it, but now is the perfect opportunity to don a protective boiler suit.

77. Visit someone in a nursing home and chat about old times

If you or your friends have relatives in a nursing home, this is a great chance to go and visit them. Older people often have loads of interesting stories about when they were younger and it can be fun to sit and listen to them.

78. Have a watergun fight

Is the weather warm enough for water guns? If so, get a group of mates together and gather supplies like water guns, water balloons, and a hose. Then see who gets the wettest.

79. Play tourist in your own town

There are probably lots of tourist places that you and your friends haven't visited even though you've lived in your town for ages. Take some time to experience your local area with a fresh perspective and you'll see lots of things that you might have missed before.

80. Hold a video game competition with each other

Do your friends love playing video games? A competition or tournament can be a fantastic way to bring out everyone's competitive sides. Choose the game or games you're going to play and then see who is the champion. You could even organize a prize for the winner.

8 Creative Things To Do With Friends

When you've been with your friends for a very long time already, you probably have done almost everything together. These make choosing your next adventure together a bit hard. However, these creative things to do here will make that task a bit lighter. Pick one of these and do something different this time.

81. Go geocaching

An adventure that would take you to places you may have not been into is really creative.

82. Go on a group date

Make your significant other know your friends and their partners more.

83. Have an Iron Chef night

Get creative with food, try out new ingredients, and plate your dishes nicely.

84. Make the best ice cream sandwich

This is one creative and delicious undertaking that's sure to make your tummies happy.

85. Play a pub trivia

Wow, your friends and all the other people in there with your superb trivia knowledge.

86. Create a short film

Put your creative juice to work and enjoy the fruit of your labor

87. Host a "Minute to Win It" Party

Get creative to win the challenges in this party.

8 Things To Do With Friends Online

Nowadays, you can almost everything on the internet, including, of course, hang out with friends. These things to do online with friends are great ideas to level up your online hangout.

88. Register To An Online Dating Site

Well, of course, you should not be in a relationship before you do this.

89. Answer Questions On Forums

Be sure to answer truthfully, you might just be able to help someone in need.

90. Do Some Window Shopping On Amazon

Practice self-control please, just window-shop, don't buy them.

91. Tour The Earth Using Google Earth

Get into the most remote places and discover new travel destinations.

92. Create a how-to Youtube video

The best thing about this is that you'll be able to help somebody with your video.

93. Create a blog

You can even monetize this if you like.

94. Take a free online class

Learning for free? Just the best thing that's out there.

95. Learn TikTok dances

Become the next viral sensation.

8 Productive Things To Do With Friends

When you're with friends, most of the time is spent having fun and making fun of each other or just plain catching up with each other's life. While these are all totally fine, you can also squeeze in some productive things to do when you're together to make your time together much more fun.

96. Take an improv class

Learning something new and fun counts as productive, you know.

97. Make dinner together

This way, you will have a full tummy by the end of the day. Way to go!

98. Support important causes

Most of the time, important causes only need your time.

99. Try a new fitness class

Get fit together and aim to be the biggest loser.

100. Donate some unwanted things to charity

You'll not only make someone else happy, but you'll also declutter your space.

101. Learn to play a musical instrument

Maybe even build a band!

102. Rearrange the furniture in a room

Extra hands will make this task easier, so enlist your friends.

103. Plant a garden

The Ozone Layer's gonna be so thankful for you and your friends.

6 Things To Do With Friends Over The Summer

There are activities that are only doable in the summer, and there are those that are just more fun when it's summer, though you can still do them even if it's not summer. These things to do over the summer are specially picked so that you can enjoy the most of your summer with your friends. Pick one of these and your summer will surely be a blast.

104. Go to an arcade

Challenge each other to a classic arcade game., Oh, the fun!

105. Play baseball at the local park

Some outdoor sport is a really good idea when it's summer.

106. Go on a road trip

Road trips can work when it's rainy, but it's best with clear skies.

107. Have a BBQ night

A BBQ night with some cold drinks with your very best buddies sounds like a perfect summer thing.

108. Play frisbee at the park

Put those arms and legs to work under the sun in a friendly frisbee match.

109. Stargaze Under the Moonlight

Summer means clear skies and a clear view of the stars. Spot different constellations as you make the time pass.

How To Pick The Best Things To Do With Friends

With so many great ideas of things to do with friends, you can really make sure your friends have a great time. But how do you pick the best idea?

1. Make sure they can do it

Before you pick some things to do with friends, you need to consider what your group of friends can actually do. Some friends don't mind small spaces, but if your friends are afraid of small spaces, it is probably best to steer clear of an escape room.

2. Make it interesting

When you are picking things to do with your friends, try to pick something new. If apple picking or board games are a regular occurrence, try and move away from these ideas and pick something new. A little variety makes every so much more exciting.

3. Don't take it too seriously

At the end of the day, the people that you spend time with the most are your friends. With common interests and tastes, it's difficult to choose the wrong thing to do. So all that leaves you to do is to have fun and enjoy your time with your friends.

4. Take A Vote

Sometimes, democracy really is the best way. If everyone votes on what they want to do, then you can make sure that everyone feels that they were given a fair shot. 

5. Make Sure Everyone Has A Role To Play

Remember to make sure all of your friends are involved in your chosen activity. If you have a group of five friends, don't choose an activity that leaves people standing on the sidelines.

The best games for large groups are ones where everyone has a role to play.

6. Choose An Activity Related To Something You All Love

Friends think alike, so there's gotta be something you all have in common. Think about what brings you together more than anything else, and the best activity will be obvious.

If you're still not sure, think about some of the best memories you've had together as friends, and try to replicate those experiences with similar activity.

7. Teamwork Is Always Fun

If possible, try to choose an activity that involves all of you working together towards a common goal. Competitiveness can be fun, but it can also cause arguments and rifts in your group of friends.

To make sure it's all about laughing and having fun, try to choose an activity in which you're all on the same team.

8. Minimize Clean Up

Another tip is to pick an activity that has minimal cleanup required. The last thing you want to do with your friends is clean up a huge mess, so choose something that doesn't involve this.

Downloadable and Printable List of Things To Do With Friends

Here is a downloadable and printable jpg/pdf list of things to do with friends (right-click the image and select Save Image As...):

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are good for teenagers?

There are a number of things teenagers can do! They can play a fun board game or chill at a fun Netflix party. Being young allows you to enjoy a wide variety of things, so as long as the activity you're looking to do isn't specifically geared for adults, they can enjoy pretty much anything.

How to make any moment memorable with friends?

Above all else, the most important element of a memorable moment is how much fun you had in said moment. The more fun an event is, the longer it'll stay in your mind, even after it's over. Just let yourself go and have as much fun as you can!

Do we need to spend much to enjoy this list?

Not at all! A lot of the items on this list can be enjoyed cheaply, or even for free. People can make their own fun without needing to spend a lot - the important thing is to enjoy doing what you do, not how much you sunk into it.

Any tips on how to make these activities more interesting?

In my opinion, anything can be better if you make a game out of it; do some friendly competition, set aside prizes for winners (if there are any)... Everything can be made even more interesting if you can make progress along with your friends.

When is the best time to have fun with friends?

Obviously, the best time to have fun is when you and your friends have free time! During weekends, during school breaks, or just any time you don't have anything planned, is the best time you can spend hanging out with friends.

More Fun Ways To Spend Your Time

Spending time with your friends is always great. But it's difficult trying to think of things to do the rest of the time. Don't worry. We've compiled a couple of guides to help you make the most of your free time.

  1. Meeting new people is daunting at the best of times. To make sure you make the right impression, check out our list of ice breakers for large groups.
  2. Double dates can be awkward. So why not look at our list of double date ideas?
  3. Have you ever wondered how you can make money doing something you love? Why not head over to our list of hobbies that make money for some inspiration?

In Conclusion

Your friends are always there for you, through thick and thin. So it's only right that you should show them a good time with some great ideas for things to do with your bestie.

Remember before you choose things to do, make sure that your friends will actually do the thing you want them to do. Consider their likes, dislikes, and even fears. Then pick something unusual. Trying something new is always exciting and makes for a great time. To finish it all off, make sure that you have fun!

So now that you have some great ideas of things to do with friends, get planning! Your next adventure is just around the corner.