How To Plan a Friendship Bucket List You'll Actually Want To Complete

Friendship is one of the best gifts God gives us — and it deserves to be celebrated! How fun would it be to look back on a list of amazing memories you’ve shared with your closest friends? That’s where a friendship bucket list comes in. It’s not just about doing cool things; it’s about living fully, building your bond, and creating moments you’ll remember for years. Ecclesiastes 4:9 reminds us, “Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor.” This is your chance to put that verse into action!  

Here’s how you can plan a friendship bucket list that’s not only fun but meaningful, too.  

1. Dream Big Together  

Start by gathering your friends and brainstorming ideas. Ask each person to share their dream activities — whether it’s going stargazing, taking a road trip, or baking every pie in a favorite recipe book. Write down every suggestion, even the funny or wild ones. Dreaming together is part of the fun!  

Proverbs 27:9 says, “The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.” Use this brainstorming session to hear each other’s hearts and dreams.  

2. Focus on Connection  

Your list doesn’t have to be full of big, expensive adventures. Think about things that will bring you closer together or make you laugh. Here are some ideas to inspire you:  

• Go to a baseball game.

• Have a picnic at the park.

• Volunteer together at a local charity.

• Have a backyard BBQ and game night.

• Try an escape room challenge together.

• Plan a “technology-free” day and go hiking.

• Host a cooking night and learn to make a new dish.

• Create handmade cards for people in your church or community.

Even something as small as sitting by a bonfire and swapping stories can deepen your friendship.  

3. Set Goals and Keep it Simple  

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, so start small. Maybe you pick one or two items for each season. This way, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy each activity without feeling rushed. A great verse to guide you is Psalm 90:12, which says, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Your bucket list is an invitation to steward your time wisely and make it count.  

4. Celebrate the Journey  

Each time you check something off your list, take a moment to thank God for the day and the memories you’ve made. Maybe even start a scrapbook to keep photos, notes, or small mementos from your adventures.

Planning a friendship bucket list is a great way to turn ordinary days into extraordinary experiences shared with people you love. It’s less about what you do and more about doing it together. Now grab your friends and start planning — you’ve got some memories to make!