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Looking For A Hobby? Here Are 127 Options To Find Your Next New Thing

Author:

Sarah Regan

December 06, 2023

mbg Spirituality & Relationships Editor

By Sarah Regan

mbg Spirituality & Relationships Editor

Sarah Regan is a Spirituality & Relationships Editor, and a registered yoga instructor. She received her bachelor's in broadcasting and mass communication from SUNY Oswego, and lives in Buffalo, New York.

December 06, 2023

Hobbies are like the cherry-on-top of a well-rounded life. Not only are they enriching and challenging for our minds, but they're actually beneficial to our health and longevity too.

Your hobbies might be totally different from the next person's, and that's totally cool! What counts is that you're having fun, you feel enriched, or that the activity is somehow beneficial for you.

Not to mention, hobbies become even more important as we get older. One recent study published in the journal Nature Medicine1 even found that having a hobby is linked with not only fewer depressive symptoms in people 65 and up but also higher levels of happiness, self-reported health, and life satisfaction.

So, without further ado, here are 127 unique hobbies for women (or anyone really!) looking to try something new.

Creative & crafty hobbies

Scrapbooking
Collaging
Knitting
Sewing
Embroidery
Crocheting
Resin crafts
Jewelry making
Card making
Quilt making
Clothing making
Drawing
Painting
Watercolors
Sketching
Wreath making
Pottery
Wood burning
Playing an instrument
Singing
Calligraphy
Papier-mâché
Candle making
Poetry
Journaling
Flower arranging
Photography
Bullet journaling
Flower pressing
Music production software
Photo editing
Video editing
Soap making
Sea glass and/or driftwood art
Screen printing
Origami
Mandala-making
Coloring books

Outdoor & athletic hobbies

Running
Walking
Hiking
Trail walking
Kayaking
Canoeing
Frisbee golf
Pickleball
Badminton
Yoga
Pilates
Dance
Zumba
Spinning
Bike riding
Rollerblading
Archery
Weight lifting
Boxing
Tai chi
Qi gong
Barre
Ice skating
Golf
Tennis
Horseback riding
Volleyball
Softball
Swimming
Bowling
Table tennis
Kickball
Gardening
Birdwatching
Rock climbing
Fishing
Skiing
Snowboarding
Snow shoeing

Relaxing hobbies

Reading
Meditation
Visiting art galleries
Visiting museums
Visiting libraries
Learning a new language
Blogging
Listening to podcasts
Acupressure
Perfecting your skin care routine

Group hobbies

Volunteering
Joining a fitness club (i.e., running or tennis)
Starting a book club
Hosting dinner parties
Taking group fitness classes (i.e., yoga or Pilates)
Taking group workshops (i.e., writing or pottery)
Taking cooking classes
Joining an outdoor hiking club
Going to local trivia nights
Community gardening
Joining a local sports league (i.e., softball or kickball)
Hosting a monthly movie club

Collecting hobbies

Crystals
Magnets
Coins
Sports memorabilia
Buttons & pins
T-shirts
Travel souvenirs
Sea glass
Seashells
Driftwood
Vintage decor
Vintage clothing
Books
Houseplants
Stamps
Teacups
Art

Wildcard hobbies

Beekeeping
Investing
Foraging
Stand-up comedy
Playing poker or card games
Playing board games
Wine tasting
Pickling/preserving food
Learning astrology
Writing a book
Doing puzzles

FAQ:

What hobbies can women have?

Women can enjoy a variety of hobbies such as studying a particular topic, learning a new skill like baking or gardening, crafting, joining a club or workshop, and so much more.

What 5 hobbies should I have?

Consider different hobbies to suit different needs. For example, you can have a hobby that keeps you in shape, a hobby that makes you money, a hobby that is creative, a hobby that is intellectual, and a hobby involved with your friends/community.

How do I find a hobby I like?

To find a hobby you like, refer to a list such as the one found in this article, and narrow down a few that call to you based on your interests. Try out different hobbies until you find one that you like doing that fits into your life seamlessly.

The takeaway

Hobbies are a great way for women to enrich their lives, learn something new, and in some cases, connect with other people in your communities. Hobbies bring joy to our lives, keep us sharp as we age, and allow us to access flow states that are beneficial to our well-being—so find your next new thing and prepare to have some fun.