Going out and drinking can add up fast, and before you know it, you’re broke. If you are a person that likes to have fun partying and drinking, I’m sure you would want to know where you can go to drink for free. Yes, I said free! Some of these will take a little skill to pull off, so get ready to play the part. No doubt you are up for the challenge.

Party time

House parties are a great place to start your alcohol consumption. Whether you are invited or crashing a party, there almost always has to be alcohol there. You not only get to socialize and meet new people, but you also get to drink for free. Remember not to crowd the keg. No one likes a hog, and getting drunk alone will be the next consequence. Take advantage of the party atmosphere. Walk around and taste the various different brands that are in sight. Just know your limits. If the room starts spinning and the crowd’s chants to chug get drowned out, it might be time to take a break.

Who’s getting married?

Marriage is a sacred union between two people in love. But it is also one of the greatest places to get your drink on. Can you say open bar? High end liquor, champagne and a bottomless keg lead most people to the reception early. Just remember to keep your head. No one wants the best man speech to go down in flames due to an untimely drop from the table.

Barbeque anyone?

As the weather warms up, the calls begin to come in about barbeques. Everyone wants to show off their incredible grill skills, but for us it’s all about the booze. Luckily, no barbeque is complete without an abundance of beer and liquor. Costs are never an issue, although you might be encouraged to bring something like chips. So drop down the Ritz and grab up a brew. The drinking continues until the food runs out and the sun goes down, so use your time wisely.

Extreme wine tasting

Sure they tell you to spit out the wine after every taste. Yes, we could do that, but what a waste. Instead, break the rules and drink up. With plenty of different flavors and styles to choose from, there is no doubt you will enjoy this drinking incursion. Your input might not be the best of the group, but you will definitely be having the most fun. Just don’t get grossed out by all the backwashed wine in the bucket and the night might just last forever, or at least until they kick you out.

For the Girls, Act Like a Slut!

Now for the female readers, you have probably already made a science out of getting free drinks. But let’s lay it out for the newcomers. Getting free drinks is a subtle, yet simple process. Go out to a bar, any bar. Remember to dress up and look good. This is not a requirement, but it does make it easier. Next you can either target the bartender or other people sitting around. Spark up a conversation, or sit back and let the conversation come to you. By targeting the bartender and getting on a first name basis, you allow for free drinks on a longer time frame. You can come back again and again, and let your friendship pay for itself. Guys, you can also pull this off, you just have to target the right bartenders.
If you are trying for the regular bar hopper, it really just comes down to letting them believe there is a common interest. If you feel bad about faking it, just choose someone you would have interest in. Make eye contact, let loose a smile, and watch what happens. With an opening apparent, most men will instinctively spark off the conversation with an offer of your choice of drinks. From there, you can choose how long you milk it for, and if you want to go anywhere with it. Very simple, very effective and can always be used when your wallet is strained.

Taking all these places and activities into account, there is no reason you can’t drink your fill at anytime you choose. Follow the rules, stick to a plan, and watch your wallet stay filled while your belly joins it. Just don’t forget to have fun, as if I had to remind you.

If you are in search of that special someone, you might be wondering where you can go to find him or her? The answer is.. just about anywhere really. No matter where you go, you are capable of meeting a great person. Although I would rather not encourage you to stop looking everywhere you go, here is a list of several places that are the best when searching for the “one.”

A few things to keep in mind before you start making your rounds; you have to keep an open mind and not be uptight about meeting someone. Chances are good that special someone may not come right up to you. You, yes you, are going to have to get out there and engage them. Also, you need to realize that you won’t be able to meet them sitting in front of the television, so after reading this, get your best outfit on and get out and start looking! So what are these hot spots for finding your perfect romance?

On the Job

Start out with the places you might already frequent, and might possibly overlook. One such place happens to be at your job. Sure people go off and say office romance is a bad idea, and I can understand their position.. BUT there is no good reason you should be narrowing your search when you should be expanding it. Your job is a great place to meet someone for many reasons. Conversation is easy to start, due to the similarities you can convey about your work, your boss, and anything job related.

In the Alter

You may plan on walking down these one day, but before that your church can be a great place to meet someone. The surroundings are calming and everyone is at ease within a church. Conversations are easy to spark up, and you can assume the person has some moral fiber, since they are attending church services regularly.

Step up in Produce, aisle five

The supermarket can be the perfect place to find someone special. Surroundings are casual, and you can spark up a conversation over anything. People can’t get around buying food, so start taking advantage of the time they spend and make your move.

Hit the gym

Besides getting yourself into shape, showing up at the local health club can open up the chance to meet a large amount of single individuals. Try to avoid hitting on people while they are working out, and you may find your self in a different setting very quickly.

Clean your clothes at the Laundromat

A cheap way to get out of your house and in contact with others is by taking your laundry out. People are forced together for a good amount of time, and very open to talking. Do not bring out your stained tighty whiteys, that is a definite no no.

Here comes the bride

Just like the movies seem to center on, wedding day pickups can be a goldmine. The mood is right, the drinks are flowing, and you are sure to have at least one friend in common. Get a thumbs up from the bride and groom and your in.

Activities

So often I see people that stay inside all day, besides going to work. It is time you get out and get a hobby. Join a men’s softball league. Take yoga. Whatever it takes to get you out of the house and into a close quarters with other people.

Online

With new technology taking over, it is about time you expand online. People are busier than ever, and the internet is a way to meet people on their own schedule. With plenty of free dating sites to choose from, you can expand you options with every signup.

Get to the Dog Park

This is a normally overlooked hangout for hotties. You have outdoor enthusiasts taking in the weather and sites, in a very casual setting. Dog parks are great because your animal is a conversation starter all on it’s own. Don’t have a dog? Just offer to walk a friends dog, I am sure they won’t refuse.

Hit the books

Still in school? Time to use that to your advantage. You are constantly forced to interact with other students, and a simple study date in the library can get you involved with other people under comfortable settings. If you are out of school now, don’t worry. Just hang out at the local college library. You will constantly have students and faculty alike walking in and out, and there are plenty of conversation starters to be used.