Have a Great Weekend

Have a Great Weekend Too! Enthusiastic & Positive Replies

Introduction

When someone wishes you a “great weekend,” it’s a thoughtful and friendly gesture, signaling the end of the workweek and the beginning of some well-deserved downtime. Depending on your relationship with the person, you may want to respond with enthusiasm, warmth, or a hint of playfulness. A good response can reflect your mood, share your plans, or simply express your appreciation for their wish. Whether you’re keeping it casual, adding a bit of humor, or returning the sentiment with some extra charm, here are 20 ways to respond to “Have a great weekend!”

Responses to Have a Great Weekend

  1. “Thanks! I definitely will! Hope you have an awesome one too!”
  2. “You too! Let’s both make the most of it!”
  3. “Thanks! Got any fun plans lined up for the weekend?”
  4. “I’ll try my best, but I think it’d be even better if we hung out.”
  5. “Appreciate it! I’ve got a pretty fun weekend ahead.”
  6. “You too! Let me know if you want to do something this weekend.”
  7. “Thanks! Any exciting plans for you?”
  8. “You too! I hope your weekend is as awesome as you are!”
  9. “Thanks, you as well! Here’s to a weekend full of good vibes.”
  10. “Thanks! I’m planning to relax a lot—how about you?”
  11. “Cheers! I’m looking forward to some downtime, hope you are too!”
  12. “Thanks! I’ll be sure to enjoy it… hopefully see you soon!”
  13. “Thanks! Hope you have a weekend full of adventure!”
  14. “You too! Let’s both make this weekend memorable!”
  15. “I will, thank you! Have a fabulous weekend as well!”
  16. “Thank you! I’ll try to enjoy every minute of it!”
  17. “Thanks! I’m definitely looking forward to some relaxation. How about you?”
  18. “I will, and I hope yours is even better!”
  19. “Thanks! It’s going to be a good one for sure. Hope yours is amazing too!”
  20. “Thank you! Let’s catch up next week and share our weekend stories.”

Conclusion

Responding to “Have a great weekend” is a chance to convey positivity, share your excitement for the weekend, or even spark plans to spend time with the person. Whether you’re wishing them a fun weekend back or teasing about your own plans, it’s a simple way to keep the conversation going and end the week on a cheerful note. A good response can reflect your mood, give a hint about your weekend, or even lead to further conversation. Whatever your reply, the key is to keep it warm and genuine—because a weekend full of relaxation, fun, or adventure is something everyone looks forward to!

Alex Bennett Author

Digital Communication Strategist

Hey, I’m Alex Bennett—a digital communication strategist who believes in one simple truth: People trust people, not corporate jargon.

With an M.A. in Communication Studies from Boston University, I’ve spent years helping brands ditch the robotic tone and create messaging that actually connects with their audience. Whether it’s through content strategy, audience engagement, or crisis communication, my goal is to make brands sound more human, more relatable, and more trustworthy.

What I Do

  • Craft brand voices that feel real. No fluff, just genuine conversations that build trust.
  • Turn interactions into engagement. Every response is an opportunity to connect.
  • Help brands navigate tough conversations. Crisis management with transparency and authenticity.
  • Use data-driven insights. Understanding audience sentiment to shape messaging that works.

Where I’ve Worked

🔹 Digital Communication Strategist | GoodsResponse (Dec 2023 – Present)
— Leading strategy to make brand messaging more natural and engaging.
— Analyzing audience sentiment to shape responses that build trust.
— Publishing expert insights on audience engagement.

🔹 Senior Content Strategist | Freelance Consultant (Mar 2020 – Sep 2023)
— Helped startups and eCommerce brands find their authentic voice.
— Created engagement playbooks that boosted brand interactions by 40%.
— Led a content revamp that tripled organic engagement for a tech startup.

🔹 Content & Engagement Specialist | PR & Digital Media (May 2017 – Aug 2020)
— Researched online conversations to understand audience sentiment.
— Worked with PR teams on crisis communication strategies.
— Helped a tech brand recover from a reputation crisis, improving sentiment by 60% in 48 hours.

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  • American Marketing Association (AMA)
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