The No-Spend Weekend Summer Challenge

Ready to save money and still have fun this summer?
Join our No-Spend Weekend Summer Challenge and discover just how creative—and rewarding—saving can be.

NO-SPEND Weekend Summer Challenge

July 18 – August 10, 2025

Ready to save money and still have fun this summer?
Join our No-Spend Weekend Summer Challenge and discover just how creative—and rewarding—saving can be.

Over the course of four weekends, we’re challenging you to skip the spending and focus on fun, free, and feel-good ways to enjoy your time.

How It Works:

Each weekend, we’ll share a themed No-Spend Challenge designed to help you enjoy summer without dipping into your wallet. You’ll find tips, ideas, and encouragement to help you make the most of it.

After each challenge, we’ll ask you to share your experience:

  • What did you do instead of spending?
  • How much did you save?
  • Any creative ideas or lessons learned?

Share your story by commenting, tagging us, or submitting online—each entry puts you in the running for fun weekly prizes like gift cards or swag baskets!

Challenge Schedule:

Family Playing Soccer in Backyard

Weekend 1: Backyard Adventures (July 18–20)

Plan a no-spend weekend with backyard games, movie nights, picnics, or stargazing. Skip the restaurant or movie theater—bring the fun home!

Garage Sale with interesting dog statute

Weekend 2: Clear It Out + Cash In (July 25–27)

Clean out your space! Declutter, organize, and list a few things to sell online or donate. Saving money and making space? Win-win.

Community Movie Night

Weekend 3: Local Treasures (August 1–3)

Explore free events or resources in your community—think library visits, parks, concerts, or splash pads.

Young lady reading book in Library aisle

Weekend 4: Unplug & Recharge (August 8–10)

Ditch the screens and focus on free activities that recharge your mind and wallet. Think journaling, hiking, puzzles, or a DIY spa day.

Prize Details:

Each week, we’ll randomly select one participant to win a fun prize—like a gift card or a swag basket—to help you celebrate your savings success!

How to Enter:

  • Comment on our weekly challenge post
  • Tag us in your no-spend weekend update on Facebook (@AmericaSaves)
  • Or submit your story at the link below

Every entry = 1 chance to win!

Summer fun doesn’t have to come with a price tag.


Join the No-Spend Weekend Summer Challenge and find joy in saving—one weekend at a time.

Let’s see how creative you can be!

Do you have a No-Spend Weekend story you want to share with us?

Sharing your story enters you to win a prize.