Ways to Enjoy Detty December on A Budget

Now that the year is coming to an end, there are a lot of fun activities going on everywhere around the country. For many people, this is the month they let their hair down and wrap up the year with the most fun they can catch. We’re sure you also have plans to unwind and make the most of “Detty December”. After a long year, you deserve to unwind and reward yourself for making it through the year. 

However, given the current economic situation, your Detty December plans may not be coming along as expected. I mean, have you seen the prices of these concert tickets? Or what about transportation costs? Everything is more expensive than ever and your account balance may not be able to keep up. Nevertheless, we’ve got ideas on how to maximize what you have to enjoy the season to the fullest. You don’t need to attend all the concerts, events, or carnivals happening to have fun. We’ve got something for you.

Plus, if you aren’t careful and get into spending mode, you can easily lose track and spend all you have on Detty December. Of course, you don’t want to start the year broke or in debt. 

In this post, we’ll share the most important tips about ways to enjoy Detty December on a budget and prepare your finances for 2024.

Most Important Thing— Make a Budget

Yes, having fun is good but you wouldn’t want to do that at the expense of your finances. Having a budget will save you from overspending and even help you make better choices about where and how to unwind this season. It doesn’t matter if you’re ready to splurge, or be modest in your spending, you should make a budget. Now, it doesn’t end there. After making a budget, you should stick to it without compromise. This way, you’ll be able to curate a list of fun activities that tally with your account balance. A budget will help you determine if Netflix and chill or going out to party at the club is what will work for you. 

Organize Parties With Your Friends

If you don’t have money to be “outside”, you can have your party right in your apartment. All you need to do is get a couple of friends or family members and hang out with them in your house. This is the best way to catch up with loved ones and relive the year. The best part is you get to do this without loud music or wandering eyes from strangers staring at you. Plus, it’s a financially responsible way to have fun. Tell each person to come with snacks, drinks, and games, and there you have it— fun from the comfort of your home without paralyzing your account. 

Streamline Your Options

The truth is when you make a list of everything happening in December, there’s a high chance that the majority of them appeal to you. However, that’s not necessarily true. In reality, it’s the fear of missing out that pushes us to attend all the events we hear about. 

A wise financial decision is to carefully choose selected events and concerts and stick to them. Not only will this save your account balance, but it will also prevent you from having massive burnout after all the fun. 

Purchase Tickets Early

Many concert and event tickets are usually relatively cheaper for early birds. So, be on the lookout for tickets to events on your list. You do not want to wallow in regret after realizing you could have gotten a ticket way cheaper if you had purchased it earlier. If you’re a procrastinator, this is a good time to get rid of the habit. Don’t let your procrastination have you coughing up funds that will hurt your account balance. 

Attend Street Festivals/Carnivals

If carnivals are happening on your street, as long as you can guarantee the safety of the place, you should attend them. Find out what street festivals are happening, which artists will be performing, and what time it will be kicking off. In most cases, these carnivals are free and you’ll have a good time. You can go with trusted friends if you want to check up on the security levels. 

Pool Money With Friends

When it comes to budget-friendly celebrations, having a reasonable circle of friends makes things easier. You can consider pooling money with friends to attend joint events or activities. Not only will this collaborative effort help you save more, but it will also help you create shared memories with your favorite people. 

Needs Over Wants

Yes, you’ve tried and it’s time to reward yourself for a year well spent. Nevertheless, take a step back and take your time to distinguish between needs and wants. Remember that the season is all about creating valuable memories and not draining your wallet on expensive stuff you don’t even need. 

Avoid Loans

It is very tempting to want to go over your budget when you’re having fun but remember how long January usually is. No matter what, do not borrow from anyone for your detty December doings. Stay within your budget at all times, and if there’s a new activity that’s going to cut into your reserve, don’t think twice about it. That activity is not for you. 

Set Apart a Cash Reserve

Before creating your December budget, remember to have backup cash that remains untouched, come hell or high waters. You can party with ultimate peace of mind when you know there’s reserve cash to take you through your post-enjoyment expenses. You can stand out in pride when everyone is complaining about being broke in January because you made the wise decision of saving something up for later. 

Takeaway 

You deserve to unwind and have as much fun as possible this season. You’ve been working all year and now’s the time to relax and pamper yourself. After all, “Detty December” is a time for relaxation, laughter, and creating lasting memories.

However, you shouldn’t get caught up in the moment and forget what lies ahead. By embracing budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season, you can be sure that the joy will extend well into the new year. 

Give street carnivals a chance, organize events with your friends, have a strict budget, ensure you have enough cash reserve, and try to purchase event and concert tickets early. 

Speaking of tickets, Changera has made the process of purchasing tickets to your favorite events and concerts incredibly simple. Just one click on your mobile phone and you’re good to go. Now, you can purchase your tickets early to get the best deals and discounts. 

Download the Changera mobile app from the Google Play Store or App Store to get started. Happy celebrations.