Visit the larger bookstores, such as Barnes & Noble or Borders, to sample music, browse the books, enjoy storytime with the kids, or listen to free entertainment.  Just call ahead for a schedule.

Have a movie night and invite friends or neighbors.  Pop a big batch of popcorn, pass out the napkins, and enjoy!

Check to see if the local zoo, museum, etc. host a free day during the month.

If you can’t afford the entrance fees for festivals or other cultural events, check with the participating organizations to see if the need volunteers.  I’ve attended several plays, a Blues Festival, a Mozart concert, forums, and an Earth Day festival for free (in exhange for volunteering).

Have a treasure hunt.  Make a list of things to find, then send everyone on their way.  The first one back with the most items wins!  The prize can be something simple.

Star gaze – put a blanket outside on a clear night and sip on hot cocoa while you try to identify the constellations.

Hug a tree (close your eyes if you’re embarrassed!).

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Watch the clouds and try to see shapes. I watch them sometimes and identify shapes like countries like the last time I saw one that looked like

Sing

Crosswords

Sudoku

Puzzles, surely you have one at home that a relative gave as a present (when they had no idea what to give you )

play cards without betting

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