Stay-at-Home Fun

10 ideas

Build an over-the-top fort, string up lights, and watch a movie inside it.

2–3 hr · $0–$15

Take turns being the chef. Pancakes are mandatory.

45 min–1.5 hr · $10–$25

Lay out a picnic on the lawn or balcony — no driving required.

1–2 hr · $5–$25

Sleeping bags, a lantern, s'mores in the oven, ghost stories.

3–8 hr · $0–$15

Work through the famous 36 questions designed to build closeness.

45 min–1.5 hr · Free

Pick a theme or director and binge with matching snacks.

4–8 hr · $0–$20

Give a tired room a total makeover using only what you already own.

1.5–3 hr · Free

Plant herbs or flowers together and name your plants.

1.5–3 hr · $15–$60

Order small dishes from three different places and rate them at home.

1–2 hr · $30–$70

Light a fire, roast marshmallows, and stay out until it burns down.

1.5–2.5 hr · $5–$20