100 Weekend Bucket List Ideas

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Nostalgic and fun

76. Rewatch your favorite childhood movie

Get cozy and reconnect with the feelings from your younger years.

77. Play your favorite childhood game

Whether it’s Sims, Mario Kart, or Monopoly, bring the nostalgia back.

78. Write a letter to your future self

Seal it and read it a year from now or even further down the line.

79. Recreate old photos

Pick a favorite picture from the past and recreate it now for a fun comparison.

80. Make a time capsule

Include notes, mementos, and keepsakes, and bury or store it somewhere special.

Budget-friendly ideas

81. Explore free local events

Check local Facebook groups or community boards for free weekend happenings.

82. Do a library run

Borrow books, DVDs, or audiobooks for free entertainment.

83. Watch the stars

Head to a dark spot, lay on a blanket, and stargaze—maybe even catch a meteor shower.

84. Try geocaching

Go on a modern treasure hunt using a GPS-enabled app—it’s free and exciting.

85. Start a gratitude jar

Write down something you’re thankful for each day and collect them.

Meaningful connection

86. Call someone you haven’t talked to in a while

Catch up and reconnect with someone who means a lot to you.

87. Plan a family recipe night

Cook a meal from your childhood or a dish that carries family memories.

88. Have a sleepover with a close friend

Stay up chatting, doing face masks, and watching movies like old times.

89. Write a heartfelt letter

Surprise someone you love with a handwritten note sharing what they mean to you.

90. Create a friendship photo album

Print out your favorite moments together and put them in a cute album.

Just for fun

91. Try a new board game

Whether solo or with friends, it’s a refreshing change from screens.

92. Visit a thrift store

Hunt for unique finds or plan a $10 challenge to see who scores the best item.

93. Build a blanket fort

Yes, even as an adult—it’s cozy and surprisingly fun.

94. Take a fun personality quiz

Dive into Enneagram, MBTI, or something just for laughs.

95. Start a collection

Pick something fun—like crystals, postcards, or pins—and start curating your favorites.

Romantic weekend ideas

96. Plan a candlelit dinner at home

Cook a meal together and set the table with candles and soft music.

97. Take a sunset walk

Stroll through a park or along the beach and enjoy the quiet beauty.

98. Do a DIY couples photoshoot

Set a tripod or use a timer and capture moments together.

99. Create a couple’s bucket list

List fun things to do together and hang it somewhere visible.

100. Recreate your first date

Relive those early sparks by going back to where it all started.

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Hope this list gave you plenty of ideas to turn your weekends into something special. Whether you’re staying in or heading out, there’s always something exciting to try and memories waiting to be made.

Kisses, Juhh!

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