PDF download Download Article
Spice up your Sunday and prepare for the week ahead with this list of activities
PDF download Download Article

Need a little inspiration for your Sunday activities? No problem. When you’re unsure what to do, it’s easy to feel like you’ve wasted your precious weekend—which is why it can help to have a few concrete ideas at your disposal so you can make a plan. Whether you’re looking for something social, outdoorsy, active, or relaxing, we’ve got you covered! Read on for a list of suggestions on how to fill your Sunday with everything from productive chores and tasks to entertaining activities.

Things You Should Know

  • Start your Sunday morning with something fun like brunch, a picnic, or a visit to the farmer’s market.
  • Enjoy an outdoorsy activity—like a day at the beach or a hike through the woods. Alternatively, you could do some gardening.
  • If you like indoor activities, do a few arts and crafts or play games. You could even invite your friends over for an afternoon of board games.
  • Get ready for your upcoming week by doing productive things like organizing, doing laundry, and preparing your upcoming meals on Sunday.
1

Do Sunday brunch.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Not in the mood to cook on a lazy Sunday morning? You’re not alone. Pick your favorite brunch place (or find a new one you’ve been dying to try), invite a few friends along, and spend the morning eating delicious breakfast food, coffee, and cocktails.[1]
    • You could also make brunch at home. Whip up some pancakes, or make a scrumptious omelet. You could even make fresh orange juice or fix a homemade latte!
  2. Advertisement
3

Play board games.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Pick out a few of your favorite board games and card games and have your friends over for a day of friendly competition. Then, toss in some snacks and background music to complete the experience.
    • You could even have each of your friends play their favorite board game and try everyone’s pick at the game night![3]
    EXPERT TIP
    Our Family Plays Games

    Our Family Plays Games

    Board Game Experts
    Our Family Plays Games, LLC is a family-owned business based in Omaha, Nebraska. Launched in 2018, their mission is to promote growth and awareness of the modern board game hobby and bring more BIPOCs and families into the board game community. In June 2020 they were featured on Good Morning America and have since been featured on NBC News Online, Senet Magazine (UK), Ligadas.com (Brazil), a variety of YouTube programs, podcasts, and on local television. In January of 2022, they launched a second program on their channel, called OFPG Voices to highlight other underrepresented voices in the hobby. In addition, they make special appearances at board game conventions all around the country and work with board game publishers from around the world.
    Our Family Plays Games
    Our Family Plays Games
    Board Game Experts

    Strengthen your friendships by playing board games. Board games are a great way to connect with others, and can even help you make new friendships. Join a local game night or invite people to your house. Board games are a magic conversation starter. You'll be surprised by the connections you forge over the game table.

  2. Advertisement
Quiz

wikiHow Quiz: What Should I Do?

Not sure how to cure a case of boredom? Being bored can drain your energy and bring down your mood, which is why we’re here to help you out—and hopefully make your day a little more interesting. We’ve prepared a handy quiz to help you narrow down that list of activities and find a fun pastime that you’ll truly enjoy!
1 of 14

Who do you spend the most time with?

5

Get lost in a book.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Are there any books you’ve been meaning to read for a while but haven’t found the time to? A nice, quiet Sunday can offer the perfect opportunity to grab a book, sit in your favorite reading spot, and spend several hours reading. Or, if there’s nothing new on your list, pick an old favorite and spend the day on memory lane.[5]
    • Did you know many libraries also offer free e-books? Download an e-book from your public library’s database if you need something new to read but don’t want to pay bookstore prices.
  2. Advertisement
9

Have a themed movie marathon.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Whether you’re alone or invite a few friends to enjoy them with you, pick a theme for your movie day and then compile a list with a few movies that fit that theme. Watch them in a row—complete with popcorn, soft drinks, and other movie must-haves.[9]
    • For example, you could have a Lord of the Rings day and watch all 3 movies in the series, or choose a theme like ‘time travel’ and watch movies like Back to the Future and A Wrinkle in Time.
  2. Advertisement
11

Become a volunteer.

PDF download Download Article
17

Get some gardening done.

PDF download Download Article
  1. If you have space to garden at home, why not head to a nearby store and pick out some new additions to your flower patch? Or, if your garden is already at capacity, head outside to pull up weeds, water plants, and do whatever else you need to do for upkeep—like trimming trees or giving your flower beds a new coat of mulch.[15]
    • If you live in an apartment or house without much yard space, consider starting a container garden instead. Or, if you want to keep it simple, grow a single potted houseplant for decor.
  2. Advertisement
23

Purge the clutter from your home.

PDF download Download Article
26

Host a casual lunch or dinner.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Sunday is the perfect day to spend eating and chatting with your loved ones, so why not invite everyone for dinner at your place? You could host a barbeque, whip up a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, or invite everyone to bring a dish and try them all as part of a potluck![22]
    • Since you don’t want to stress over this too much, keep your dinner plans easy and uncomplicated. Don’t get caught up making too many different sides and appetizers, especially ones that take lots of time.
30

Practice calming yoga moves before bed.

PDF download Download Article
  1. Waking up on Mondays (especially when you have to run to work) can be downright painful. However, a good night’s sleep can really help—and yoga can help you wind down, de-stress, and relieve tension before bed to ensure you get the best sleep possible.[26]
    • Poses like the Wide-Knee Child’s Pose, the Standing Forward Bend, and the Reclining Bound Angle are ideal for pre-bedtime yoga.
    • There are also tons of tutorials on YouTube for bedtime yoga and yoga for better sleep. Find a routine that works for you, and do it regularly!

Expert Q&A

Search
Add New Question
  • Question
    How do I stop Sunday sadness?
    Alexandra Janelli
    Alexandra Janelli
    Anxiety and Stress Management Coach
    Alexandra Janelli is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Anxiety & Stress Management Coach, and owner and founder of Modrn Sanctuary, a holistic health and wellness facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience, Alexandra specializes in helping clients push through their roadblocks to achieve their goals using her hypnotherapeutic approach. Alexandra holds a BS from the University of Miami. She graduated from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute with an Advanced Training Graduate Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Handwriting Analysis. Alexandra is also a Certified Life Coach from the iPEC Coach Training Program. She has worked with Academy Award Nominee Actors, world-renowned photographers, singers, top-level executives, and professionals across many sectors of business. Alexandra has been featured on MTV, Elle Magazine, Oprah Magazine, Men's Fitness, Swell City Guide, Dossier Journal, The New Yorker, and Time Out Chicago.
    Alexandra Janelli
    Anxiety and Stress Management Coach
    Expert Answer
    Ask yourself what you are dreading. Is it your work? Is it a relationship? Is it responsibility? Maybe it's all of those things. The first step is always to just acknowledge how you feel without judgment. Then, ask yourself what you would probably do if you were not feeling sad and try to do these things. It's normal do feel the Sunday blues, but by acknowledging how you're feeling, not judging yourself, and distracting yourself, you might be able to overcome this feeling.
Ask a Question
200 characters left
Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.
Submit
Advertisement

Video

Tips

Submit a Tip
All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published
Name
Please provide your name and last initial
Thanks for submitting a tip for review!

You Might Also Like

Advertisement

About This Article

Alexandra Janelli
Co-authored by:
Anxiety and Stress Management Coach
This article was co-authored by Alexandra Janelli and by wikiHow staff writer, Glenn Carreau. Alexandra Janelli is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Anxiety & Stress Management Coach, and owner and founder of Modrn Sanctuary, a holistic health and wellness facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With over 10 years of experience, Alexandra specializes in helping clients push through their roadblocks to achieve their goals using her hypnotherapeutic approach. Alexandra holds a BS from the University of Miami. She graduated from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute with an Advanced Training Graduate Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Handwriting Analysis. Alexandra is also a Certified Life Coach from the iPEC Coach Training Program. She has worked with Academy Award Nominee Actors, world-renowned photographers, singers, top-level executives, and professionals across many sectors of business. Alexandra has been featured on MTV, Elle Magazine, Oprah Magazine, Men's Fitness, Swell City Guide, Dossier Journal, The New Yorker, and Time Out Chicago. This article has been viewed 76,755 times.
41 votes - 73%
Co-authors: 5
Updated: August 14, 2024
Views: 76,755
Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 76,755 times.

Did this article help you?

Advertisement