Looking for Something New? A List of 45+ Different Hobbies to Get Into

It’s a brand new year! Looking to make some changes?

A new year helps bring everything into focus. It’s time to commit to new hobbies, habits and goals. What do you need to leave in 2023, and what can you start new in 2024?

Aside from work, friends and family, what do you really enjoy doing?

There’s several benefits to having a hobby. It’s a great way to relieve stress and create a sense of fulfillment outside of work.

If you’re searching for something new and interesting, take a look at this list of side projects and hobbies.

Different Types of Hobbies to Try

Creative Hobbies:

Painting
Drawing
Photography
Writing (poetry, short stories, journals)
Pottery or ceramics
Crafting (knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking)
Jewelry
Calligraphy or hand lettering
Music (playing an instrument, composing, singing)

Physical Hobbies:

Local Sport Leagues (soccer, softball, basketball, tennis, etc.)
Yoga or Pilates
Hiking (Looking for a few recommendations? Check out our Travel posts)
Dance (ballet, salsa, hip-hop)
Martial arts
Rock climbing
Cycling or biking
Power lifting

Outdoor Hobbies:

Gardening
Birdwatching
Camping
Canoeing and Kayaking (Looking for a few recommendations? Check out our Travel posts)
Backpacking (Searching for a cool spot? Check out our Travel posts)
Geocaching aka treasure hunting using GPS
Fishing
Boating / Skiing / Wakeboarding (Looking for the best places to go? Check out our Travel posts)
Astronomy (stargazing and observing celestial objects)