Here is the ultimate list of cheap things to do with friends, which may bring a lot of fun, without emptying your wallet.

Just spending time with friends can be a fantastic thing to do itself. But, if you only stick to pubs, clubs – it can cost quite a bit, especially if you live in an expensive city.

No matter, where you live, there should be plenty of places to go and things to do with your friends.

1. Just go to the park

Organize a small picknick on the grass or in the park, maybe with some barbecue, sausages or wine.

It is a great opportunity to hang out, talk with each other, while on fresh air.

2. Volunteering

There are plenty of volunteering opportunities out there. And you can also help *save the world*.

 

Start a startup with your friends.

 

3. Board games

Monopoly, exploding kittens, cards against humanity, you name it – you can spend unforgettable moments together!

For example, in Copenhagen, there are plenty of board games cafes – they are always filled.

4. Petanque

Petanque is really popular in Europe, mostly among older people. But, it can be super fun for all ages and territories.

Bring a bottle of wine, and spend time with friends while playing petanque.

5. Beach volleyball

Either volleyball, basketball or football can be great activities to strengthen your friendship.

Very often, sports might open people much more than e.g. alcohol.

6. Go to yard sales

There is so much stuff you can find and buy in yard sales. You can also make some money with it – buy it cheap on the yard sales and sell much more expensively on eBay or Amazon. 😅

7. Flea markets

Especially in Europe, flea markets could be full of incredible things. A lot of these can bring you some design ideas, e.g. how to decorate your home.

Maybe, you can even start selling artifacts on Instagram and it can become your next business.

8. Camping & backpacking

Grab those backpacks, choose a spot and go on an adventure.

Sometimes, backpacking can be not the most comfortable thing to do, but exactly in this environment, you can actually figure out if your friends are really true friends.

9. Biking around

If you still don’t like going long distances on foot, then maybe biking is for you. I personally, really like mountain biking.

Ok, a good bike may cost some money, but it’s for sure worth it.

 

In an uncomfortable environment, you can figure out if your friends are real friends.

 

10. Electric scooters

These days there are more and more electric scooters on the streets. Jump, Lime, Voi, Tier and so on.

For just around $15-20 per hour, you can go back to childhood. It is super fun to do with your friends.

11. Free walking tours

Tours might be really expensive, but right now there are plenty of opportunities to explore practically any big city in the world with a free guide.

Google “free walking tours {your town}” and you will be impressed! It is an amazing opportunity to spend time with friends and also learn something new.

12. Free days in museums

Most of the museums in the world have free or at least discounted days during the year.

Also, in major cities, you can also enjoy museum nights.

That’s a fantastic thing to do with your friends.

13. Start a book club

Do you like to read? Are you a kindle junkie?

Books are great, but it’s even cooler to discuss main takeaways and new ideas with your friends.

14. Visit the theatre or cinema

While going to the cinema can be a quite common thing to do with friends, theatres might not be that popular among youngsters these days.

But, theater plays can bring you some real emotions and expand your horizons.

15. Fishing

Fishing can be a great activity to calm your nerves or to get out from the everyday routine.

Especially, if most of your friends are men – it can be a dream vacation.

16. Grill something new

If you are tired of sausages or fried chicken, try to grill something on your next getaway with friends.

Try new grilling recipes, experiment with different kinds of cheese, vegetables, mozzarella, tomatoes, etc.

17. Bake a pie

Well, you don’t need to organize a “Great British Bake-off”, but baking a few home-made pastries with friends – and then eating them together – can be super fun.

18. Go to the beach

If you live near the sea – you are lucky. And also, most beaches are free to visit. Get some tan with your friends!

19. Croquet

Many people have never played croquet or even don’t know what the hell is it.

In fact, it is cheap and super fun game, which can be played on any lawn.

Croquet is also a great choice for a big party, with dozens of friends, who can play in different teams and compete, who will finish first.

20. Open mic nights

Do you enjoy edgy standups? I bet, there are plenty of those in your city. And some of them are pretty cheap or free.

Why not go there with your friends or even participate in one?

There are also so-called “Fuckup Nighs”, where people gather to share their “fuckups” and laugh at themselves.

 

Read more: 20 amazing friendship quotes.

 

21. Escape room

Have you ever tried an escape room?

It is a super fun group activity, where you need to solve some hidden plot and escape the room, in a limited time.

IMHO, it’s a great activity for team building, because you learn how to solve problems together with your friends.

22. Get a free online course

There are plenty of opportunities to learn online these days. Anything from coding and blogging to gardening. It’s more fun to take a course with your friends, as you will have more motivation to finish it.

 

Learn how to solve problems together with your friends.

 

23. Start a company

Ok, it might not be a cheap thing to do.

But, it is for sure worth trying.

Many multibillion unicorns were started as a fun project with friends. Also, amazing quality team, with good chemistry and spirit, is what interests a lot of investors.

Find your common passion and think about how to turn it into business together. It can be super hard, but also super rewarding in middle or long terms.

 

24. Go dancing

Why not enjoy those “salsa weeks” with your friends?

It could be so much fun and great memories.

25. Star-gazing adventure

Get on the roof with your friends, get a telescope and enjoy some unbelievable stars.