When away at college, many students find it hard to come home for the holidays.  Whether the drive is really long, their friends and family are out of town, or it just doesn’t work out, there is always a way to have fun at campus too!  Don’t feel bad if you can’t make it home for the holiday weekend, because you’re not the only one who has gone through this.  So, if you’re staying at campus for the holidays be sure you do something fun as well!  Need some ideas for a fun night?  Read below and consider these top choices.

Party – If you’re not the only one that is staying on campus for the holidays be sure to get some of your friends together to celebrate.  Throwing or attending a party is the way to go!  Get some friends together, plays some fun games, watch movies and just have a good time. 

Make dinner – Whether you’re staying at campus on Thanksgiving or Easter, it is always fun to make a nice dinner.  Invite as many people as you’d like or invite people to come up and see you.  If you know of someone in the same situation hang out with them and have a nice dinner.  If not them, and you have a significant other that is the perfect way to celebrate your Thanksgiving as well. 

Fun activities – If these two ideas aren’t an option for you and don’t work out, check with your college for fun activities.  Colleges will usually have get togethers for students who can’t make it home and don’t have any plans.  Whether they’re holding a party, a nice dinner, or just a get together, you should join!  This is a great way to make some extra friends and get out of the house.

Don’t feel alone if you can’t go home for the holidays.  It is very common due to severe weather conditions (snowing on Christmas especially, and just the long rides home, or no time.  Instead just find something fun to do before hand and get out and have a good time.