Frugal College Entertainment

We've all heard stories about the "poor college students" because most people in college aren't living it big. You've got tuition, books and living expenses and you might not have time for even a part-time job. That's why finding frugal college entertainment is so important. You don't have to drop $100 every time you and your friends go out. In fact, there are plenty of things to do in a college town that don't cost a dime. Try to find the middle ground between staying in all the time and spending money every night. Trust me: It can be done! Following are some tips for finding frugal college entertainment.

Attend Music & Dance Recitals
Most colleges and universities have music and dance programs, so go watch their recitals. They aren't nearly as corny as those you would find in junior high and high school and you might even have a few friends who are participating. This is a great way to both support your classmates and enjoy frugal college entertainment. In most cases, these performances are free or cost as little as $2 or $3, which is nothing compared to what you might spend at a bar, club or restaurant. Sometimes they even have free appetizers after the show!

Attend Plays
Along the same lines of my first tip, another way to enjoy frugal college entertainment is to attend school plays. The theater majors of your school are talented and often put on very moving performances. Watch the colorful flyers that begin to float around campus and look out for some of your favorite plays. Once you've found one you're interested in seeing, talk to your friends and arrange for a group of you to go. That way, you might get a discount on tickets in addition to your student discount.