4 Frugal Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend Fun
Memorial Day is a day reserved for honoring those brave men and women who have served our country in the armed forces, whether they are currently serving, have served in the past or died in service. This federal US holiday is officially on May 30th, but is celebrated, in most states, on the last Monday of May.
So instead of simple having Memorial Day, we typically celebrate Memorial Day weekend, which, if we’re lucky, usually coincides with some warmer, summery weather. Unsure of what to do to celebrate? Here are some ideas that I wouldn’t mind trying out myself!
Take a Last Minute Trip
Feeling spontaneous? Why not just pack up and head out for the long weekend? It turns out that it’s actually a great weekend to snag a last minute deal.
Check out some deals I found for last minute travel on Memorial Day weekend. If you’ve got the freedom, you might be able to head down to Miami, off to LA or hit the Vegas strip for just a few hundred dollars:
- Priceline’s Memorial Day Weekend Deals
- Travel Zoo’s Last Minute Deals
- Memorial Day Travel Deals on CNN.com
Have a Barbecue
Memorial Day weekend is a perfect time to fire up that grill and invite your friends and/or family over for a good, old-fashioned cookout. Don’t have a grill? Maybe someone you know can be convinced to host if you do a potluck-style barbecue.
Here are some tips to help you have the most successful and enjoyable BBQ you can this weekend:
- How to Have a Cheap and Successful Barbecue
- 10 Frugal Summer Salad Recipes
- 10 Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes for Potlucks
- 16 Party Pleasing Easy Potluck Recipes
Go on a Picnic
What’s lovelier than a nice picnic on a beautiful day? Whether you head down to the beach, to a local park, or to your own backyard, getting outside for a meal can not only be a nice way to dine – it can be a wonderful way to fill an entire afternoon.
- How to Have the Perfect Summer Picnic
- How to Picnic on a Budget
- Easy Fruit Salads for Summer
- Favorite Summery Recipes of Fellow Tip Heroes
Enjoy Your Backyard
There are other ways to enjoy your backyard when it’s beautiful out besides having a barbecue or picnic. Here are some outdoor ideas that might be perfect for filling up your long weekend:
- 5 Backyard Alternatives to Expensive Summer Activities
- 20 Ways to Entertain Your Kids Outside
- How to Make Your Own Fire Pit on the Cheap
What do you plan on doing this Memorial Day weekend? Any fun ideas to share? Please do so in the comments section below. Thanks for being a Tip Hero!