Snow Day Activities: Fun Things to Do at Home

There’s a major snowstorm sweeping through the U.S., leaving us all bundled up and stuck inside. So, what can you do to pass the time? Here are a few ideas to keep you entertained:

Streaming Shows and Movies: Whether it’s Netflix, Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, Disney+, Hulu, Paramount, Peacock, Tubi, Pluto TV, or Freevee, there are plenty of platforms to choose from. Need recommendations? Check out our list of staff favorites.

Cooking and Baking: Feeling like a master chef? Head to websites like Sally’s Baking Addiction, Cloudy Kitchen, Diva’s Can Cook, My Baking Addiction, All Recipes, or America’s Test Kitchen for some delicious recipes to try.

Online Coloring: Who says coloring is just for kids? Websites like Coloring Online, The Color, Google Arts and Culture, Crayola offer fun coloring pages for everyone.

Reading: Cozy up with a good book from your collection or explore online libraries like Libby and Open Library for more options.

Arts and Crafts: Feeling creative? Try knitting with Sheep and Stitch, crocheting with Lion Brand Yarn, online puzzles with CrazyGames, or jigsaw puzzles with Jigsaw Planet or Jigsaw Explorer.

Snow Day Activities: Embrace the snow by having a snowball fight, building a snowman, making snow angels, sledding, or just playing outside. Don’t forget to snap some pictures of the winter wonderland!

Other Ideas: Don’t forget to spend quality time with your pets, get crafty with scrapbooking or collages, or build a fort with pillows and blankets for a cozy hideout.
Whether you’re in the mood for a movie marathon, a baking session, or some outdoor snow fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while we wait out the storm. Stay safe and warm!