Fun Rainy Day Activities to Enjoy in Your Rockhaven Home

April showers may bring May flowers, but they also bring the perfect opportunity to create some fun, memorable moments at home with these rainy day activities. Whether you’re stuck inside because of rain or just want to embrace the cozy vibes of a spring day, your new home from Rockhaven has all the space and features you need to make the most of a day indoors. From movie marathons to DIY paint-and-sip nights, these indoor activities will turn a gloomy day into one filled with joy.

1. Movie Marathon

There’s nothing better than curling up on the couch with a cozy blanket and a good movie. Your spacious Rockhaven living room is the perfect spot to set up for a movie marathon. Whether you’re in the mood for a rom-com, a family-friendly film, or a thrilling mystery, we have some great recommendations.

Movie Recommendations:

Rom-Com: Crazy, Stupid, Love and The Proposal
Family-Friendly: Inside Out and Paddington
Thrillers: Shutter Island and Gone Girl

And don’t forget the popcorn! The open-concept layout in your Rockhaven home makes it easy to whip up snacks in the kitchen without missing a moment of the movie marathon.

Check out the Newhall Plan, our first-ever ranch home with a connected kitchen and family room that is perfect for movie night!

2. Baking Day

Turn a rainy day into a sweet escape by baking your favorite treats from scratch. There’s something special about the warm, comforting scents that fill the house as you whip up delicious homemade goodies. Whether it’s cookies, cake, or a fresh loaf of bread, baking is a perfect way to spend a rainy day indoors.

Recipe Recommendation: Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

1 cup softened butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp sea salt
2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Mix the butter and sugar until combined
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract (about 1 minute)
Mix in dry ingredients until combined
Add chocolate chips and mix well.
Roll the dough into 2-3 tbsp balls, place them on a baking sheet, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
Let sit on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to cooling rack. Enjoy!

Check out these other kid-friendly recipes you can bake on a rainy day (or any day, really).

3. Family Cook-Off

Spice up your rainy day with a friendly cook-off! Split into teams and challenge each other to create the best dish using no recipe and whatever ingredients you have on hand. The best part? Judging each other’s creations and eating a yummy meal together (hopefully)!

Pro Tip: Give bonus points for creativity and presentation. Let the competition bring out your inner chef!

4. Home Karaoke Night

Bring the fun of a karaoke bar right into your living room with a home karaoke night! You don’t need a fancy karaoke machine—just a karaoke app on your smartphone or smart TV, a Bluetooth speaker, and your favorite songs.

How to Set Up:

Use YouTube or a karaoke app. Both will allow you to choose from a variety of songs.
Connect your device to a Bluetooth speaker for better sound quality.
Grab a microphone (or your favorite kitchen utensil or hairbrush if you don’t have one), and let the fun begin!

From your favorite hits to nostalgic classics, get ready to have a blast in the comfort of your own home.

Check out this list from Billboard to give you some inspiration for karaoke night!

5. DIY Paint-And-Sip Night

Set up your own little art studio for the perfect DIY paint-and-sip night. Grab some canvases and paint (or some markers and paper) and a glass of your favorite wine or cocktail. Follow along with a YouTube tutorial, or use your imagination to create your own masterpiece.

Let your creativity flow, and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends or family!

6. Reading Marathon

Sometimes, the best way to enjoy a rainy day is to curl up with a good book. Set up a cozy reading nook by a window, where you can listen to the rain while diving into a new story. Add a comfy chair or plush cushions, a warm throw blanket, and a soft lamp or string lights to create the perfect atmosphere.

Recommended Reads:

Mystery & Thrillers:
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

Fantasy:
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Circe by Madeline Miller

Romance & Drama:
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Classics:
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Young Adult:
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

Grab a cup of tea or coffee and let yourself get lost in your books.

7. Take an Online Cooking Class

Take your culinary skills to the next level by signing up for an online cooking class. From the comfort of your own kitchen, you can learn to make a new dish and elevate your cooking game. Platforms like MasterClass with Gordon Ramsay and other renowned chefs, Sur La Table online cooking classes, and Skillshare offer a variety of recipes and techniques to explore. After the class, have a fun taste test to compare your dishes, and then enjoy your delicious creations together!

Make the Most of Every Rainy Day in Your New Home With These Indoor Activities

Rainy days don’t have to put a damper on your plans. With plenty of space to relax, create, and spend quality time together, your Rockhaven home is designed to make every day enjoyable—no matter the weather. From baking cookies in your spacious kitchen to hosting cozy movie marathons in your living room, your new home is the perfect backdrop for making memories. And with a brand-new home, you might even find yourself looking forward to having an excuse to stay in and enjoy your space. Check out our communities and see how a Rockhaven home can elevate your lifestyle, rain or shine.

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