Depression Information Sheet - 6 - Fun Activities Catalogue

Sep 18, 2026

Fun Activities Catalogue provides a structured list of pleasurable activities intended to help someone build enjoyable routines. The catalogue includes social and reflective options such as trivia nights, positive feedback, warm drinks, and sharing time with friends, as well as creative, physical, and practical activities like painting, exercising, repairing things, cooking, and caring for pets. It also suggests nature, cultural, volunteering, and learning ideas to support mood and daily engagement.

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Fun Activities Catalogue

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Fun Activities Catalogue The following is a list of activities that might be fun and pleasurable for you. Feel free to add your own fun activities to the list. 1. Going to a quiz or trivia night 2. Spending time in nature 3. Watching the clouds drift by 4. Debating 5. Painting my nails 6. Going ice skating, roller skating/blading 7. Scheduling a day with nothing to do 8. Giving positive feedback about something (e.g. writing a letter or email about good service) 9. Feeding the birds 10. Spending an evening with good friends 11. Making jams or preserves 12. Going out to dinner 13. Buying gifts 14. Having a political discussion 15. Repairing things around the house 16. Washing my car 17. Watching TV, videos 18. Sending a loved one a card in the mail 19. Baking something to share with others (e.g. family, neighbours, friends, work colleagues) 20. Taking a sauna, spa or a steam bath 21. Having a video call with someone who lives faraway 22. Organising my wardrobe 23. Playing musical instruments 24. Going to the ballet or opera 25. Lighting scented candles, oils or incense 26. Spending time alone 27. Exercising 28. Putting up a framed picture or artwork 29. Flirting 30. Entertaining 31. Riding a motorbike 32. Wine tasting 33. Going to the planetarium or observatory 34. Birdwatching 35. Doing something spontaneously 36. Going on a picnic 37. Having a warm drink 38. Massaging hand cream into my hands 39. Fantasising about the future 40. Laughing 41. Flying a plane 42. Playing tennis or badminton 43. Clearing my email inbox 44. Planting a terrarium 45. Playing lawn games (e.g. bowls, croquet, bocce) 46. Going to a party 47. Getting out of debt/paying debts 48. Seeing and/or showing photos 49. Going on a city tour 50. Going to an agricultural show 51. Jogging, walking 52. Going to home opens 53. Researching a topic of interest 54. Going to the beach 55. Redecorating 56. Volunteering for a cause I support 57. Smelling a flower 58. Opening the curtains and blinds to let light in 59. Going to the zoo or aquarium 60. Doing jigsaw puzzles 61. Donating old clothes or items to charity 62. Lying in the sun 63. Learning a magic trick 64. Talking on the phone 65. Listening to a podcast or radio show 66. Walking around my city and noticing architecture of buildings 67. Doing arts and crafts 68. Going on a ghost tour 69. Sketching, painting 70. Mowing the lawn 71. Going horseback riding 72. Doing the dishes 73. Sitting outside and listening to birds sing 74. Going to a free public lecture 75. Travelling to national parks 76. Going to a fair or fete 77. Playing cards 78. Putting moisturising cream on my face / body 79. Volunteering at an animal shelter 80. Re-watching a favourite movie 81. Gardening 82. Going camping 83. Playing volleyball 84. Going bike riding 85. Entering a competition 86. Doing crossword puzzles 87. Patting or cuddling my pet 88. Cooking a special meal 89. Soaking in the bathtub 90. Having a treatment at a day spa (e.g. facial) 91. Putting extra effort in to my appearance 92. Playing golf 93. Doing a favour for someone 94. Building a bird house or feeder 95. Looking at pictures of beautiful scenery 96. Having family get-togethers 97. Listening to music 98. Learning a new language 99. Taking a free online class 100. Working 101. Washing my hair 102. Singing around the house Centre for ClinicalInterventions •Psychotherapy•Research•Training This document is for information purposes only. Please refer to the full disclaimer and copyright statement available at [http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au regarding the information from this website before making use of such information](http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au regarding the information from this website before making use of such information). [See website ](See website www.cci.

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Fun Activities Catalogue?

It provides ideas for activities that might be fun and pleasurable, supporting someone in building enjoyable experiences.

How should I use the activity list?

Choose activities from the list and feel free to add your own fun activities to expand the options.

What kinds of activities are included?

The list covers social activities, creative hobbies, physical actions, nature outings, volunteering, learning, relaxation, and practical self-care tasks.

Sep 18, 2026

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