Stuck at home and looking for ways to keep everyone entertained? Whether it’s a rainy day, a lazy weekend, or just a night in, there are plenty of fun things to do at home that can turn an ordinary day into a memorable one. From hands-on baking activities to DIY crafts and indoor adventures, we’ve rounded up some of the best ideas to keep both kids and adults engaged.

Table of Contents

• Bake Delicious Treats with HomeBaker Kits

• Create a Homemade Movie Theater

• Enjoy a Family Game Night

• Enjoy a Fun Science Experiment

• Enjoy an Indoor Camping Adventure

Bake Delicious Treats with HomeBaker Kits

There's nothing that unites a family like the smell of freshly baked cookies! If you're looking for entertaining activities to do at home, baking is the perfect hands-on activity that yields a delicious reward and one of the most fun things to do at home.

Bake Delicious Treats with HomeBaker Kits

For a mess-free and foolproof baking experience, look no further than HomeBaker Kits. Pre-measured ingredients and straightforward instructions ensure children and adults alike can bake together. Cookies or cupcakes, something for everyone!

One of ours is the Scouts Sip & Crunch Cookie Cup Baking Kit, in which you get to bake cookie cups that are edible and can be filled with milk or hot chocolate—a delicious and clever dessert twist!

Create a Homemade Movie Theater

Get the movie house experience in your living room with a cozy DIY night out. Here's how:

Select a Movie – Have each member of the family select a favorite film.

Create Tickets – Allow the children to design and "sell" movie tickets.

Create a Snack Bar – Popcorn, cookies baked at home, and candy are the perfect snack.

Build a Fort – Pillows and blankets can be used to build a warm movie-watching nook.

The fact that a themed baking project, like movie-themed cupcakes to decorate, is included makes this one of the most fun things to do at home!

Enjoy a Family Game Night

A traditional game night never goes out of style! Board, video, or card game enthusiast, setting aside an evening for family fun is a great bonding opportunity.

Game Suggestions:

Old Favorites: Monopoly, Clue, and Scrabble never go out of style.

Home-Brewed Trivia Night: Create a quiz based on quirky facts about every family member.

Minute to Win It Games: Quick and goofy games using common household items.

Pair game night with some freshly baked cookies from HomeBaker Kits for a sweet treat between games and one of the most fun things to do at home!

Enjoy a Fun Science Experiment

Science doesn't have to be dull—especially when it's a groovy experiment! These easy DIY science experiments will keep children learning and engaged while having fun.

Fun Science Ideas:

Make Slime – Mix glue, baking soda, and contact lens solution to create stretchy slime.

Volcano Eruption – Combine baking soda and vinegar for a foamy volcano explosion.

Invisible Ink – Write hidden messages with lemon juice that appear when heated up.

With a bit of imagination, science experiments are one of the most exciting fun things to do at home!

Enjoy an Indoor Camping Adventure

Why venture outdoors to camp? Bring the adventure indoors by setting up a living room campsite!

Indoor Camping Must-Haves:

Tent or Fort – Set up a cozy retreat with blankets, chairs, and fairy lights.

Storytelling – Share scary or funny stories by an imaginary "campfire" using a flashlight.

S'mores Bar – Oven or microwave-made s'mores are a tasty treat.

To complete the touch, bake a S’mores mug cake at home using HomeBaker Kits to snack on while telling stories!

Conclusion

There's always plenty of entertainment to be enjoyed at home if you're creative about it. From making cakes, movie nights, playing video games, conducting science experiments, or having a camping adventure in the living room, these things turn drab days into memories that last a lifetime and are some of the most fun things to do at home.