- With colder weather and fewer hours of daylight, you'll probably be spending a lot of time indoors this winter.
- If you're staying inside, there are still plenty of fun options for activities, from going to an indoor trampoline park to cooking new recipes.
Whether you live in a particularly cold climate or you're just dealing with fewer hours of daylight, wintertime often means spending a lot of time inside.
While staying indoors can often feel boring and repetitive, there are actually plenty of fun things you can do to pass the time inside on a cold winter day. From getting a fun and unconventional workout by visiting an indoor trampoline park to curling up at home with a good book, there are tons of ways to keep yourself entertained this season.
Break out your slow cooker and try out some new winter recipes.
There's nothing better than making a big batch of your favorite dish in a slow cooker to warm you up this season.
Finally get around to decluttering your home.
If you're spending a snowy day inside, there's no better time to go through your closets and organize your belongings. Home organization is the perfect way to start 2018 on the right foot.
Head to the theater and watch the best new movies of the season.
A ton of great movies came out in 2017. Take wintertime as an opportunity to catch up on the best movies of the year and films coming out in the new year.
Learn something new by visiting a local museum.
Whether you visit a new exhibition at an art gallery or explore your local historical society, you can get lost for hours exploring museums.
Unleash your inner child and head to an indoor trampoline park.
You may think that theme parks are just for the summertime, although there are also plenty of indoor attractions that will provide all the active fun you need during the winter. Check out an indoor trampoline park for a fun way to pass the time and get a great work out.
Take up a new hobby, like knitting.
If you think you might have a case of cabin fever, try your hand at a new hobby, like knitting or crocheting. You'll not only have a great way to spend your time on a cold day, but you can also make cozy knit accessories for when you eventually do have to go outside.
Get lost in a good book at your local library.
Libraries are a great place to spend a winter day. From the wide variety of literature to the inspiring academic atmosphere, it's easy to get lost in a good book and forget about the cold.
Learn how to make your favorite cocktail.
Winter is a great time to test out new recipes in the kitchen, so why not do the same with cocktails? Test out your bartending skills and learn how to make your favorite drink.
Plan a warm weather vacation.
If you're not a huge fan of winter, there's no better time than now to start planning a vacation for once the spring or summer. Daydreaming of your bucket list vacation destination is a great way to make the season go by faster.
Learn how to make the ultimate chocolate chip cookie.
Everyone loves a classic chocolate chip cookie. Take advantage of a chilly day and try out a new cookie recipe. Your whole house will smell delicious, plus the end result will provide you with delicious treats for a few days.
Host a book club with friends.
If you've found a new favorite book after spending chilly winter afternoons in the library, why not share your newfound literary obsession with your friends? Gather your friends at your home or local coffee shop and spend a few hours discussing a book each month.
Try out a new exercise class.
Whether you're trying a unique yoga class or an intense Victoria's Secret model-inspired workout, winter is a great time to try out a new exercise routine.
Test out your artistic skills with a paint night.
Round up a group of friends and head to a local art studio for a painting class. Many studios offer nighttime classes where you can drink wine and spend time with friends, all while learning how to paint a beautiful picture.
Stay in your pajamas all day.
There are tons of indoor activities you can do during the wintertime, although sometimes there's truly nothing better than relaxing in your pajamas.
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