With the holiday season in full swing, many people will spend their cold winter days huddled in a dorm studying for finals or watching Netflix alone. But I'm challenging all those wanting to wrap themselves in an obscene amount of blankets and binge 'The Office' for the millionth time to do this: go out and do some cute activities with your friends or significant other. With the start of winter break mere days away, here are some ideas to get you in the holiday spirit.
1. Ice skating
Ice skating is a great activity to do with a large group of friends or a significant other. Even if your climate will allow for an outdoor rink, indoor skating is just as fun and is usually at a minimal cost.
2. Holiday decorating
What's better than decorating for the holidays? Decorating your house with the ones you love. You can spend time with your friends while simultaneously getting your tree and stockings up faster than you could on your own.
3. Go to a tree lighting
The sense of community that comes with a tree lighting makes it the perfect winter activity to gather a group of people together for.
4. Gift shopping/wrapping
Gift shopping can be stressful, but you can have your friends help you with gifts for your S.O. and vice versa. I mean, who doesn't love shopping? Then you can go home and wrap your presents together.
5. Singing/Screaming Christmas carols in the car
I'd be lying if I said I didn't spend every month of December blasting 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' on repeat, so why not do it with some friends? Crank the holiday radio station and sing your heart out.
6. Snowball fight
Snowball fights are the quintessence of winter fun, and having one with your friends, especially if you're all in college, is a way to remind yourselves of childhood. You can stop worrying about finals for a little bit and focus on your perfect aim instead.
7. Driving through a neighborhood and looking at lights
Sometimes a simple drive around the neighborhood and looking at everyone's Christmas lights can be a bonding experience.
8. Holiday movie marathon
Once you're done with all of the tiring activities, curl up with a peppermint hot chocolate and watch all the holiday movies you want.