Have a free afternoon and no idea how to spend it? Spin the wheel and let it pick something for you. Start with our ideas, then fill it with the things that you and your family really enjoy.
How to use the things to do wheel
- Start with our ideas, or type your own activities, one on each line.
- Press Spin in the middle of the wheel.
- Read the idea in the pop-up, then go and do it.
- Your list is saved in this browser, so it will be here the next time you get stuck.
Who uses the Things to Do Wheel
Rainy days with children
Sit down together on a good day and make the list. When the rain comes and the complaints begin, a spin turns "I'm bored" into a small event, and the children have already agreed to everything on the wheel.
Weekends with friends
Groups can spend longer choosing a plan than they spend on the plan itself. Let everyone add an idea, spin once, and go. You may end up doing something that nobody would have suggested out loud.
Breaking out of a routine
It is easy to spend each weekend in the same way. Fill the wheel with things that you keep meaning to try, such as a new walk, a museum, or a hobby. Chance removes the excuse of not knowing where to start.
A small treat for yourself
Add a few simple pleasures to your list, like a long bath or a favourite album, and spin when you need a break.
Building a better list of things to do
The wheel is only as good as what you put on it. Replace the starter ideas with things you would really enjoy, and include a mix of options so that the result suits the day.
Ideas to add
- Free and nearby: a park, a library, or a street you have never walked down.
- At home: baking, a puzzle, or finally sorting those photos.
- With other people: calling an old friend, or inviting a neighbour for tea.
- Useful: one small job that you have been putting off.
Make a rule before you spin
Boredom often comes from having too many choices. Agree that you will do whatever the wheel says for at least half an hour. If you still dislike it after that, you are free to spin again.
Things to Do Wheel questions
Can I add my own activities?
Yes, and the wheel works better when you do. Type each idea on its own line, and it appears on the wheel straight away. Your list stays saved in this browser.
What if I do not like the result?
Then spin again. It is your afternoon. If you keep rejecting an idea, remove it from the list. Some people like to make a rule that the second spin is final, which helps to avoid endless spinning.
How can I make sure I do not repeat activities?
Tick Remove winner, and each idea is taken off the wheel once it comes up. Press Reset to go back to the starter list, or keep a copy of your own list so that you can paste it back.
Is this useful for groups?
Yes. A shared screen works well, and you can use Copy share link to send your list to friends. The entries are written into that link, so anyone who has it can read them.
Are the ideas suitable for everyone?
The starter ideas are general suggestions, so please check that each one is safe and suitable for your group, the weather and your local area. You know your situation best, so edit the list freely.
Last updated by GetRandomName.