Stay Sane & Entertained: Fun Things to Do at Home During COVID-19 Lockdown

Welcome to the rollercoaster ride that is quarantine—where real pants are a distant memory, your couch is now your office, and your pet is officially your most reliable coworker. The world might be on pause, but that doesn’t mean boredom gets to win. So, shake off the cabin fever, grab a quarantini (spiked or sober, no judgment), and dive into this laugh-out-loud list of the most ridiculously fun things to do at home. Let’s turn your lockdown lair into the ultimate entertainment zone!

1. Do (or at least attempt to do) DIY Projects

If there was ever a time to channel your inner Bob the Builder, it’s now! DIY projects are one of the best things to do when you’re stuck indoors. Just don’t expect Pinterest-worthy results—there will be glue disasters, lopsided shelves, and the occasional emotional breakdown over tangled yarn. But hey, at least you tried!

Fun Things to Do at Home During COVID-19 Quarantine

2. Learn a New Language (or Pretend You Are)

One of the smartest things to do during quarantine? Expanding your linguistic skills. Bonjour, hola, konnichiwa—get ready to impress your pet and confuse your friends with random phrases. Whether you’re mastering Spanish or making up your own gibberish, it’s all part of the fun.

3. Boost Your Immune System Like a Pro

Let’s talk about one of the most productive things to do: making your immune system unbreakable. Stock up on vitamins, chug green juice like a wellness guru, and throw in some yoga stretches for good measure. Just be careful not to turn into a full-blown health fanatic—your friends don’t need daily turmeric shot updates.

Fun Things to Do at Home During COVID-19 Quarantine

4. Get Artsy (Even If It’s a Hot Mess)

If you’re searching for creative things to do, pick up a paintbrush and let your inner Picasso shine! Whether you’re crafting a masterpiece or something that looks like a toddler’s finger painting, art is art. Plus, if your creation is hideous, just call it “abstract.”

5. Shake It Off With Yoga or Zumba

One of the healthiest things to do when stuck at home? Moving your body! Whether you’re channeling your inner Shakira with Zumba or attempting yoga poses that look suspiciously like falling over, it’s all about staying active. Bonus points if you film your failed attempts for TikTok.

6. Become a Quarantine Chef (or Bartender)

Learning new recipes is one of the most delicious things to do indoors. Try your hand at cooking something fancy, or just make an extravagant grilled cheese—no judgment here. Feeling fancy? Whip up a cocktail (or mocktail) and toast to surviving another day in lockdown.

Fun Things to Do at Home During COVID-19 Quarantine

7. Dust Off That Old Instrument (or Pretend You Can Play One)

One of the loudest things to do at home? Making music! If you’ve got an instrument lying around, now’s the time to practice. No instrument? No problem. Just turn everyday objects into percussion instruments—banging pots and pans counts as musical talent, right?

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8. Declutter Your Space (and Discover Weird Stuff You Forgot About)

Tidying up is one of the most productive things to do at home. Channel your inner Marie Kondo and start organizing. You might find long-lost treasures, cringe-worthy love letters, or that sock you thought your washing machine ate.

9. Invent Something Ridiculous (or Genius)

If boredom has you feeling inventive, this is one of the most exciting things to do—create something brand new! Whether it’s a makeshift gadget, a new dance move, or an entirely new way to procrastinate, embrace your inner mad scientist.

10. Master the Fine Art of Sleeping

Among all the things to do, this one is essential. If sleep were an Olympic sport, now would be your time to train. Go ahead—sleep in, take naps, and recharge. Your future, non-quarantined self will thank you.

If you’ve run out of things to do (impossible, but okay), hit up the Bored Button—a magical little website that provides endless random games to keep your mind entertained. Just don’t blame me if you get addicted!

There you have it—tons of things to do while you’re stuck at home. Whether you’re crafting, cooking, learning, or just sleeping like a champion, quarantine doesn’t have to be boring. So go forth, my fellow homebodies, and make the most of your lockdown adventures!

What hobbies keep you entertained throughout your quarantine? Drop a comment below—I need more ideas too!!

Polly Amora

Polly Amora is the señorita behind GoldenIslandSenorita.Net. A corporate warrior by day, and a perpetual explorer by heart. She is a lifelong learner who is very outgoing, speaks four languages, loud & outspoken, and loves to have adventures in the mountains, on the beach, and in the city. You can throw her anywhere, and she'll handle it like a pro. Ice cream and bourbon are two of her weaknesses.

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  1. Need to try some of this. My number 10 is my favorite though 🙂

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