Hey GF! I recently had the best time with my girl gang once againg and I had to share a few fun ideas to do with your girl friend group, so whether you are embarking on adventures and creating unforgettable memories with your girl squad, it is a delightful experience that adds an extra layer of joy to friendship.
In this blog post, we’re diving into a treasure trove of fun and exciting things to do with your girl friend group. From laughter-filled movie nights to creative DIY projects, exhilarating outdoor escapades, and pampering spa sessions, we’ve curated a list of activities that will strengthen the bonds of friendship and leave you with cherished moments. So, gather your besties, and let’s explore a world of laughter, creativity, and shared joy in the company of your amazing girl gang!
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1. Movie Night with the girls
Have a themed movie night with your favorite films, complete with popcorn, snacks, and cozy blankets. Want to head out instead? Meet up for dinner and a movie with your girl friends. I have done this many times with my girlfriend’s. We especially love it when we have read a particular book that became a movie.
2. DIY Craft Night
We recently attended a fun DIY floral workshop with our girl gang. It was so much fun! We got together to celebrate our friend Nicole’s birthday. We had food catered, champagne to sip on, cookies to snack on, all while learning how to make our own floral arrangements. It was so much fun! This happened to be a morning outing while the kids were all at school (we are all work from home moms) but a craft night is a great idea too!
You can get creative with a DIY crafting session. You could make personalized items, home decor, or even try out some Pinterest-inspired projects. The opportunities are endless. Your best girl friends will love getting together and showing off their creative side all while having fun!
Think candle making, diy soap making, make your own sugar scurb. You could also do a small canvas painting and follow a YouTube video on a design or it you have an artsy friend have her lead the class.
3. Spa Day Night
Get your girl friends together and get pampered. Pamper yourselves with DIY facemasks, mani-pedis, and relaxation. Create a spa-like atmosphere at home. Better yet you can do this first and then throw on a movie. Have your besties bring their favorite beauty products to use and or share with others. TJ Maxx always has great deals on facemasks, eye patches, and other beauty products. Not able to run to the store? Here are some highly rated face masks that come in bulk. These eye patches have great reviews too!
4. Road Trip
Plan a spontaneous road trip to a nearby town or city. Explore new places and create lasting memories. If you live in Texas, there are so many places near by to explore! You could take a trip to a vineyard, head out to the nearest outlet mall, take a trip to float the river, visit an old small town, and so much more. If you’re from the Texas area, check out my Texas Travel Series.
5. Game Night
Have a game night with board games, card games, or video games. You can also try out new and unique games. This is one we do often. Invite your best girlfriends over for a fun game night. There will be so many laughs and so much fun. Here’s a list of our favorite games for Game night.
6. Book Club
Choose a book to read together and have regular meetups to discuss it. It’s a great way to combine reading and socializing. I have read so many great books lately! Get together with your bff’s and discuss your favorite characters. Here are a few of my favorites lately, The Housemaid, The Perfect Marriage, Verity, and Atomic Habits.
7. Karaoke Night
Sing your hearts out at a karaoke night. It’s a fun and entertaining way to spend time with friends. I have a group of friends that love to do this. One way we have karaoke night is at a friend’s house. All you need is YouTube and a few friends to belt it out with. It’s a plus to have this karaoke microphone but not needed to have fun.
8. Photograhy Day
Explore your city or a scenic area and take pictures together. It’s a creative and memorable way to spend the day. Grab your friends and head out to explore your city. There are so many instagrammable places, especially in Houston. If you are reading this during Christmas season, check out this guide to all the cute photo ops in HTX. Take pictures on your phone or grab a cute photos with this little polaroid camera.
9. Art Class
Take an art class together, whether it’s painting, pottery, or any other form of artistic expression. There are so many art classes these days. From painting door signs, to floor mats, and even plastered figurines. Taking an art class with your girlfriends is a great way to connect and have fun.
10. Cooking or Baking Party
Choose a recipe or cooking theme, and have a cooking or baking night together. It’s a fun way to bond and enjoy delicious food. We have a group of friends that purchased a book with recipes and they would have themed dinners. They would cook the meals at a friend’s house and then sit down together and enjoy the meal. The meals were generally foods they had never made before such as beef Wellington. It was a fun experience making the meals together and then sitting down to enjoy them.
11. Theme Costume Party
Have a costume party with a fun theme. It could be a decade, movie characters, or anything else you find exciting. Have you ever been to a costume party? They aren’t just for Halloween. Plan a fun themed night where you and your best friends can dress up just for fun. 80’s themed party anyone? Count me in!
12. Outdoor Adventure
Plan a day outdoors with activities like hiking, biking, or in a local park. You could plan a cute picnic at the park with your girl gang. Visit a local botanical garden for a leisurely stroll through beautiful landscapes. It’s a serene option for those who prefer a more relaxed outdoor adventure. Find a local outdoor yoga class or fitness session. It’s a healthy and invigorating way to spend time together while taking care of your well-being.
Before embarking on your outdoor adventure, make sure to check the weather forecast, bring any necessary supplies (like sunscreen, water, or bug spray), and tailor the activity to the preferences and comfort levels of your group.
13. Outdoor Movie Night
We recently bought this projector and have been loving it. Set it up outside and have watch your favorite chick flick with your girlfriends. No need to over complicate it, just grab an old white sheet and hang it on the fence or on the house. If you want to go all out this screen is really nice too. Bring out the snacks, drinks, and blankets for a fun night at home with your bff’s. Check out this movie bucket list. You can make it a goal with your friends to watch all these top hits.
If you have a pool make it a pool party movie night! Bring out the floats and watch a movie while hanging out in the pool.
14. Bring a board/ spread party
Have you been seeing this trend all over social. Each friend brings a different themed spread/board. It is similar to a potluck but so much more fun! You could bring a chicken nugget board, a baked potato board, a chili board, etc. The possibilities are endless. Need more ideas? Head over to Pinterest.
15. Have a dessert tasting party
Try different desserts from a local bakery or make a variety at home for a sweet evening. Have each friend bring a different dessert to try. They can be homemade or picked up from their favorite bakery. Once a group of friends and I had a party where we brought off brand and branded foods to try. We brought Doritios and a similar store brand. We all took turns blind folding ourselves and trying each brand seeing with one we liked more and seeing if we could name the branded one. It was so much fun!
16. Cocktail, Mocktail, or wine tasting night
Have a drink you specialize in making? Bring a few over and share it with your best friends. Each person brings their favorite drinks to the party. This a fun way to try new drinks, hang out with friends, and have a great time.
17. Movie Marathon with you best gals
Set up a cozy movie night with your favorite films, popcorn, and comfy blankets. We already mentioned an outdoor movie time but bring the movie indoors. Watch your favorite movie series with your girl friends. Our favorite is Star Wars. You could also binge watch your favorite tv show series too. Friends, This is Us, Seinfield, Game of Thrones, whatever you like.
18. Bible study night
This one may be my favorite one. Have a Bible study night with your best friends. It’s a great way to connect, help each other grow spiritually, hear new perspectives, and share you favorite scriptures with your gfs. If you’re into bible journaling you could host a party for that as well. If religion isn’t your style no worries, have a vision board night or a goals night were you all gather together to dream and plan for your futures. Don’t forget to plan more girl’s nights while your at it too.
Conclusion
There are so many fun ideas and way to spend time with your best girl friends. This list is just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you are having a dessert tasting party, doing a floral workshop, having a sleepover, or playing games at game night, you are sure to make lots of memories all while connecting and having lots of fun!
