r/Eugene 15d ago

Anything to do alone on Christmas? Something to do

So I’m 28 F and can’t join my family for Christmas, meaning it’ll just be me and my cat alone in my undecorated apartment. Anyone know of anything fun to do? I saw that Old Nicks is doing a LOTR marathon, which sounds kind of fun but also kind of lonely since I don’t have anyone to go with. Anyone know of other events or something worth going to? I figure I can’t be the only person sad and alone on Christmas around here…

Edit/update: First of all, thank you so much for all of the suggestions, it honestly brightened my day. Second, my coworker invited me to spend Christmas evening with her and her family, so as long as her aunt says it’s fine for a rando to show up at her house that’s probably what I’ll be doing. If that falls through then I’ll be going off of these suggestions, probably going to the LOTR marathon at Old Nicks.

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u/SluttyMuffler 15d ago

I just want to say, first of all, you’re not alone in feeling this way. The holidays can be really tough, especially when it feels like everyone else is surrounded by family and friends. But you’re doing something good by looking for ways to make the day special for yourself, and that takes a lot of strength. I am a loner myself, and my partner and I are battling family drama like every year, making us want to put our heads down and pretend it isn't the holidays.

I empathize and hope you can find something that fills your cup. All I can offer is a bong full of weed!

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u/hooligan8691 15d ago

But you offered and that is the most beautiful thing.

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u/Samediph 15d ago

Thank you for this, it really means more than you know.

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u/SluttyMuffler 15d ago

You're very welcome. If things get too lonely, please DM me and we can chat. Maybe figure something out for you.

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u/Jaysaawn 15d ago

Thanks Sluttymuffler