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15 Frugal Winter Activities

Winter can be tough for some families financially. Between the holidays, increased heat and electricity bills, and managing debt, winter can be a struggle. And, once it starts to get chilly and dark outside, the Winter blues can really start to set in. Especially if you have energetic kiddos! These frugal winter activities can help you stay busy without busting your already tight budget or derailing your debt management efforts.

You can maintain your debt management progress and still have fun with frugal winter activities!

You can maintain your debt management progress and still have fun with frugal winter activities!

Frugal Winter Activities for the Family

Let’s face it, between the cold weather and more darkness, winter can make us lethargic. And if you don’t have the funds in your household budget for activities like skiing or snowboarding, you may feel like your options for fun are limited. We’ve put together a list of some fun, frugal activities that can keep you busy on a cold winter’s day for very little cash. It’s a great way to spend time together without adding to credit card debt.

  1. Movie Night/PJ Party
  2. Build a snowman
  3. Go sledding
  4. See Christmas lights
  5. Hot chocolate party
  6. Baking
  7. Bowling
  8. Scrapbooking
  9. Have a fire
  10. Book swap
  11. Make cards
  12. Game night!
  13. Blanket Forts
  14. Make bird feeders
  15. Craft with household items

Use your creativity to find activities to keep yourself and your loved ones busy so you can enjoy yourselves and reduce credit card debt all at the same time.

If you’re struggling with debt, see how ACCC’s debt management program can help you. 

ABOUT AUTHOR / Madison

Madison is a Marketing Communications & Programs Associate at ACCC. She is excited to share her tips on saving money and being financially responsible here on the Talking Cents blog!

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