These New Year's Day Activities Are The Perfect Way to Welcome 2020
These New Year's Day Activities Are The Perfect Way to Welcome 2020
It’s not just all of that champagne from last night—the post-holiday blues are real, and on New Year’s Day they’re at an all-time high. Whether you’re contemplating your list of resolutions or simply looking for something to do on your day off, there are plenty of activities to celebrate the Earth’s revolution around the sun, and start your year off on the right foot.
Whether you’re planning to fill your day with total relaxation, or prefer to kick things off by tackling all your to-do’s, there’s no wrong way to celebrate on January 1st. From throwing a New Year’s brunch to finding your zen at yoga, read on for 15+ things to do on New Year’s Day in 2020.
1) Write Down Your Resolutions
Santa made his list and checked it twice, now it's time for you to make yours too.
3) Get Organized
In order to declutter your life, we suggest starting with your home. Getting organized is the best way to clear up space in your interiors—and in your mind—to start off the new year right.
4) Take a Yoga Class
Finding your zen—and getting in some exercise—offers a time to reflect on the past 365 days, while looking to what the future may bring.
5) Send Out 'Happy New Year's' Cards
If you didn't get to the Christmas card this year, a New Year's alternative offers a perfectly unique back-up plan.
6) Have An Arts and Crafts Day
Whether your resolutions were to get more crafty, or you're looking to up your home decor game, getting down with DIY is a perfect New Year's accomplishment.
7) Shop the Post-Holiday Deals
I know what you’re thinking: “More shopping? No thanks!” We promise, the post-holiday deals are worth staying in shopping mode just a little longer.
8) Restock Your Pantry
If a more healthy lifestyle is on the horizon for 2020, hop on the road to eating more clean by restocking your pantry with some good-for-you grub.
9) Go Sledding
If you were lucky enough to experience a white Christmas, make the most of winter's bounties with some New Year's sledding.
10) Throw a New Year's Brunch
Reconnect with friends after a night of NYE fun—and keep the celebrations going—with an elegant New Year's brunch.
11) Go On a Hike
Walk off all that holiday grub (or get some fresh air after a night of partying) with a New Year's hike among nature.
12) Watch Football
Whether you're attending the game IRL, or watching from the comforts of home, channel your inner sports fanatic by kicking back and enjoying the game.
13) Call Your Loved Ones
Start off the new year by spreading the love; a quick ring on the phone will go a long way.
14) Put Your Holiday Decorations Away
Don't let your decorations linger for months to come—practice your resolution to get more organized by tackling this task ASAP.
15) Go to the Movies...
With the new year comes a slew of must-see movies, so enjoy a lazy day out by crossing a film off of your list.
16) ....Or Host a Movie Marathon!
Not feeling like trekking to the theater? Host your own movie marathon at home—and spend the day cozied up in your favorite throw blanket.
17) Enjoy Time With Family
As your reflect on the things that mean the most to you in the new year, an easy way to keep that spirit alive is with a day dedicated to family bonding.
Ring in 2020—and cap off the holiday season—with these unique ideas.