99 Adventures For Under $99

Opportunities are all around us all the time. Here are 99 adventure ideas that cost less than $99. Add some of these to your Calendar today. Let's go!

1. Do a polar plunge.
2. Take a hike with some friends.
3. Sign up for a carpentry class.
   
4. Setup a scavenger hunt for friends and family.
   
5. Run, walk, or ride a local race.
   
6. Find a waterfall.
   
7. Volunteer for a local charity.
   
8. Find a museum exhibit on something you know nothing about.
   
9. Dance at a slilent disco.
   
10. Host a themed potluck with friends.
    
11. Try a cooking class.
    
12. Go to a farmer’s market and try some new foods.
    
13. Take a yoga or fitness class.
    
14. Check out a local thrift store and see what hidden   gems you can find.
    
15. Take a scenic drive and stop at random spots.
    
16. Visit a local observatory or planetarium for a tour.
    
17. Go on a photography walk around your city.
    
18. Visit a petting zoo or animal sanctuary.
    
19. Take a painting class or try painting at home.
    
20. Rent a kayak or paddleboard and spend the day on the water.
    
21. Try an escape room with friends.
    
22. Host a movie marathon of your favorite films.
    
23. Visit a flea market and hunt for unique treasures.
    
24. Go to a local library and get lost in books.
    
25. Take a dance class (e.g., salsa, swing, hip-hop).
    
26. Go for a scenic train ride.
    
27. Plan a DIY wine tasting at home with friends.
    
28. Go ice skating or roller skating.
    
29. Take a pottery class.
    
30. Visit a historic site or landmark nearby.
    
31. Try geocaching for a fun outdoor treasure hunt.
    
32. Try a new coffee shop and spend the day reading.
    
33. Go to a comedy show or open mic night.
    
34. Host a backyard BBQ or picnic.
    
35. Attend a free outdoor concert or live music event.
36. Spend the day at a local arcade or game bar.
37. Take a scenic sunset boat ride.
38. Explore a new hiking trail and bring along a camera.
39. Go stargazing in a nearby park.
40. Go on a food truck crawl.
41. Visit a local vineyard or brewery for a tasting.
42. Take a scenic walk along a river or lake.
43. Go to a local pool or beach for a relaxing day.
44. Try a DIY craft project or scrapbooking.
45. Have a DIY home photo shoot with friends or family.
46. Go to a public garden and sketch the landscape.
47. Take a weekend pottery or ceramics class.
48. Have a “staycation” at a local hotel and enjoy the amenities.
49. Visit a trampoline park or indoor play zone.
50. Try archery at a local range.
51. Plan a fun scavenger hunt for friends or family.
52. Go horseback riding at a nearby stable.
53. Visit a nearby cave or cavern and take a tour.
54. Try a new type of cuisine you’ve never had before.
55. Go to a local sports game or match.
56. Visit a local historical museum.
57. Organize a group picnic in the park.
58. Take a group fitness class, like Zumba or spinning.
59. Explore a nearby national or state park.
60. Go to a botanical garden and take photos of the flowers.
61. Have a themed movie night at home.
62. Go to a drive-in movie theater.
63. Take a DIY cocktail-making class with friends.
64. Go to a comedy club for a night of laughs.
65. Take a pottery wheel class.
66. Visit a new part of your town that you’ve never explored.
67. Go rollerblading in a local park.
68. Go for a scenic walk or jog along the beach.
69. Try a new craft beer or coffee tasting.
70. Attend a free public lecture or seminar.
71. Go for a swim at a local public pool.
    
72. Have a picnic.YEAR-DEFINING
    
73. Visit a botanical garden.
    
74. Visit a local observatory for a stargazing session.
    
75. Attend a community theater performance.
    
76. Take a cooking or baking class.
    
77. Go to an indoor trampoline park.
    
78. Organize a community garage sale with neighbors.
    
79. Go for a run or jog in a scenic part of your city.
    
80. Have a board game or card game marathon with friends.
    
81. Try a new hobby like knitting or crocheting.
    
82. Go for a walk and explore a local historic district.
    
83. Try an aerial yoga or circus arts class.
    
84. Visit a local botanical garden or arboretum.
    
85. Go thrift shopping for vintage clothes.
    
86. Go to a local amusement park for a day of fun.
    
87. Attend a book reading or author talk at a local bookstore.
    
88. Have a DIY spa day with face masks and manicures.
    
89. Take a pottery or ceramic workshop.
    
90. Visit a local animal shelter and spend time with the animals.
    
91. Go to a public pool for some laps and relaxation.
    
92. Have a baking or cooking contest with friends.
    
93. Attend a free or low-cost local event or festival.
    
94. Go on a coffee shop crawl and try the best lattes in town.
    
95. Visit a planetarium and explore the stars.
    
96. Spend the day at a local park and fly a kite.
    
97. Try an outdoor adventure like zip-lining or rock climbing.
    
98. Take a self-defense class.
    
99. Explore a nearby town or city you’ve never visited.