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66 Things To Do Instead Of Spend Money

We get it, you're a poor college student. So here are 66 fun activities you can do, without spending money.

Bethany Jones
Oct 04, 2016
Saint Cloud State University
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66 Things To Do Instead Of Spend Money

Just because you're a poor college student that's strapped for cash doesn't mean you can't still have fun. Whether you'd rather hang out at home, go out with some friends, or enjoy sometime outdoors, this list offers plenty of ideas to choose from.

1. Go on a bike ride

2. Practice new makeup looks

3. Sunbathe

4. Visit a local park

5. Make a playlist of some of your favorite songs

6. Read a book

7. Visit a local beach

8. Organize your closet

9. Swap clothing with a friend

10. Try a new hairstyle at home

11. Take a nap

12. Go on a walking tour

13. Yoga

14. Learn to play an instrument

15. Volunteer somewhere

16. Catch up on laundry

17. Sign up for a free class

18. Cook a new recipe

19. Rearrange your furniture

20. Have a movie marathon with some close friends

21. Go swimming

22. Play a board game

23. Plant some flowers

24. Host a dinner party

25. Paint your nails

26. Check out some DVDs from your local library

27. Watch reruns of your favorite TV show

28. Sightseeing

29. Go for a walk

30. Go hiking

31. Start a blog or a journal

32. Watch the sunset

33. Or better yet wake up early and watch the sunrise

34. Visit a free museum

35. Go on a photography adventure

36. Make a scrapbook or a memory book

37. Try to write a song

38. Wash your car

39. Organize your kitchen

40. Paint a pot

41. Start a DIY project \

42. Exercise

43. Bake some cookies

44. Write a bucket list for yourself

45. Clean out your desk

46. Dance

47. Take a bath (be sure to use a bath bomb!)

48. Write a letter to someone you care about

49. Finish a puzzle

50. Start planning and saving up for a vacation

51. Work on a to-do list

52. Try and find a new hobby

53. Tie-Dye a shirt

54. Watch home movies

55. Have a sleepover with your friends

56. Organize a bulletin board

57. Go fishing

58. Play volleyball in the local park

59. Fly a kite

60. Go for a drive

61. Discover new music

62. Make your own pizza

63. Daydream

64. Video chat with a friend

65. Go camping in your backyard

66. Listen to the radio

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