By Mitch Rice
After working all week tirelessly, it is important to let loose and make the most of your weekend. There’s no denying that traveling is expensive, and nightlife in some locations can wipe you out quickly. But where’s the fun in working long hours only to come home to leftovers and soap operas? Fortunately, we have the ladies in our life whom we can go to and unwind all our stress. They know exactly how to put our minds and souls together and give us the attention that no stranger at a random Saturday-night-out can provide.
A tradition of girls’ night out is something most women enjoy at least once a month. It gives them time to unwind, relax and catch up, so why not make the meetup as unforgettable and impressive as possible? Instead of the typical hangouts with a dry lunch, cocktails, and chasing elusive men, let’s do a little something different this year.
We’ve compiled a list of girls-night-out ideas that will make you step outside the ordinary and jazz up the fun!
Concerts
Spending the evening swaying to the beat of musical instruments with your girlfriends is a great way to bond. If all your queens have a musical bent, keep an eye out for the concerts around your area. Make sure to pick the genre you all can enjoy. Don’t buy tickets for a qawwali night out if their taste in music is more upbeat.
If you all love pop music, Olivia Rodrigo tickets are on sale this season. Go check her out, and don’t miss a beat!
Charades
Who doesn’t remember playing this classic game as a kid? You can bring it back to life once more, with a little twist this time around. Gather all your girlfriends and let them create their own charade. Put a price on the winner to make it as competitive as possible. Also, you can play it as a group and make your guesses together. Make your own rules as you go, take pictures, munch on snacks and have as much fun as you can.
Paint your nails
Painting nails may sound cliché, but it’s the best way to make your time together memorable. Invite your gang over and give each other manicures. Watch DIY nail paint videos on YouTube or make new designs on the fly. Be creative, be messy, throw pillows, but most importantly, look pretty and feel fresh.
Do some baking
There’s no wrong time or age to meet your girlfriends and have fun. No matter if you’re a teen, a boss lady or a mama, there are tons of activities to get involved in and bond over.
If your crowd is a bunch of homemakers, then instead of throwing a nail party, have a cooking party. It’s an excellent way to build camaraderie with your friends, and it is also a lot of fun! Spending time with your girlfriends in the kitchen is amazing; you’ll love it! The best part is, you can make your cake in any flavor. This means that whatever your preference is, you’ll be able to find a recipe for it.
Do some knitting
If baking is not your thing, try to do something out of the ordinary, like learning to knit. Knitting can be a relaxing activity and fun too! You can create clothes for your pets, make crochet afgaans for friends or knit yourself a cool shrug.
If your friends don’t know how to knit, plan a day to teach them the skill. They may take a little while to learn the first few times, but they will catch on once they realize how helpful it can be. Soon enough, you’ll be the best knitter around!
Spend the day at a spa
A spa day out is a great way to relax and pamper yourself. There are many different treatments available to you at the spa, and you can even choose to do them in groups. Besides being affordable, it is relaxing and will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Additionally, it’s a great way to bond with your friends while doing something good for yourself.
Wine tasting party
Women and red wines are known to be allies. Then why not learn more about them? Schedule a date and take your friends wine-tasting. You can even turn it into a little game by picking a bunch of bottles to serve them and having them guess which wine is from which label. Your friends will certainly enjoy it, and you will certainly bond over it.
Go out for afternoon tea
Enjoy a cup of tea with your friends as another great activity. Plan a venue that offers calming vibes where you can sit back, enjoy your favorite beverages and catch up on each other’s lives.
Conclusion
Weekend girls’ nights out are a great way to relax and bond with your girlfriends. You can visit bars, pubs, coffee shops, or even go out to eat. You can also pick something from the list and go a little extra. When you’re with the people you love, you can never run out of ideas.
Do something as silly as painting nails, to as sophisticated as knitting; you’ll enjoy every minute of it. It’s up to you whether to expand your horizons or not, no activity won’t strengthen your bond. While enjoying yourselves, you and your friends will have a lot of fun.
