80 Fun Things To Do On Hangouts

My first hangout was in the University. It wasn’t grungy—we didn’t go to a club and blow lots of money.

A group of us decided to meet at the park in front of the school, grab a snack, and just chat.

We laughed until our stomachs hurt, played silly games, took random pictures, and sang aloud in goofy voices, almost in unison as though we were a tiny singing group.

That is all, and I mean all, I remember from that simple hangout, and hindsight tells me that’s because it wasn’t the games that made it one of my greatest memories—it was the people and the fun we shared.

Since then, I’ve learned that the most fun hangouts are the ones filled with creativity, laughter, and shared experiences.

Whether you’re hanging out at home with friends, exploring the outdoors, or connecting online, there are limitless opportunities to make your hangouts exciting.

So, if you’ve been wondering what you should do when you hang out, here’s a mega-list of 80 unique fun activities you can try.

I’ve grouped them into categories so you can choose the ones that suit your mood.

Fun things to do on hangouts

Classic Fun Activities

Play a game of charades.
Put together a truth-or-dare game.
Sing your favorite karaoke songs.
Have a dance party in the living room.
Play cards and board games such as Monopoly or UNO.
Create your own inside jokes game.
Try “Never Have I Ever.”
Watch funny YouTube videos together.
Play video games as a group.
Have a storytelling circle.

Food & Snack Fun

Cook a meal together.
Order food from different restaurants and do a taste test.
Have a cook-off party (pizza night vs. pasta night).
Create funny sandwiches using made-up ingredients.
Bake custom cookies and decorate them individually.
Do blindfolded food tasting.
Host a mini barbecue.
Create crazy smoothie combinations.
Have an ice cream sundae bar.
Conduct a candy taste test.

Entertainment Vibes

Watch a movie marathon.
Stream a new series on Netflix together.
Host a mini talent show.
Do a live roast or funny skit of each other (for fun).
Watch old childhood music videos.
Try lip-sync battles.
Make TikToks together.
Host a meme slideshow night.
Listen to a new album together and rate it.
Play a “guess that song” game.

Creative Hangout Ideas

Paint or draw together.
Try tie-dyeing T-shirts.
Make a group vision board.
Write a short story together.
Try a photography challenge.
Decorate mugs or jars.
Learn how to make handmade friendship bracelets.
Try origami.
Record a mini podcast episode.
Write and perform a skit.

Outdoor Fun

Go for a picnic.
Play football, basketball, or volleyball.
Try frisbee at the park.
Go bike riding together.
Have a water balloon fight.
Go hiking.
Organize a mini treasure hunt.
Stargaze at night.
Try roller skating or skateboarding.
Go swimming.

Photo & Social Media Ideas

Have a photoshoot with props.
Recreate old childhood pictures.
Do funny face swaps.
Create a mini movie on your phone.
Start a TikTok challenge together.
Make a hangout vlog.
Create an Instagram reel.
Do a before-and-after makeover challenge.
Try a 10-second photo timer challenge.
Make funny memes from your pictures.

Chill & Low-Key Activities

Have a deep talk session.
Listen to a motivational podcast.
Read a short story aloud.
Play calming music and relax.
Try yoga or meditation together.
Do a skincare or spa night.
Make a gratitude list together.
Share funny or embarrassing stories.
Plan a future trip.
Just sit, laugh, and people-watch.

Excitement & Daring Challenges

Do a spicy food challenge.
Try the whisper challenge.
Play the blind drawing challenge.
Try “don’t laugh” competitions.
Do karaoke in random accents.
Play the floor-is-lava game.
Do hide-and-seek in the dark.
Prank call each other.
Swap phones and read texts (if you dare!).
Stay up all night telling ghost stories.

Final Thoughts

Hangouts don’t have to be complicated to be fun. The beauty is that you’re with your friends, and the point is to enjoy the moment and make memories.

The giggles, silly games, random snacks, and even the challenges you invent all come together to create stories you’ll never forget.

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Onwe Damian Chukwuemeka is a relationship writer, a law student and a student advocate. He was the former Deputy Director of Public Prosecution SUG, University of Calabar, Nigeria, and currently one of the Judges of the High Court of the Student Union Government, University of Calabar. Learn more about him

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