50 Things to Do This Fall
Crisp leaves, cool air, and cozy vibes—fall is already in full swing! Even though the first official day of autumn was back in September, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy all the fall things before snow flurries begin. If you need some inspiration, here’s a list of 50 things to do in the fall.
Take a ride to see the changing leaves.
Go on a nature walk and make sun prints with your findings.
Visit an orchard and pick peaches, apples or other in-season produce.
Visit a pumpkin patch.
Host a soup exchange.
Participate in a fall race or fun run.
Have a fall movie night. This could be spooky, kid-friendly, or romantic (You’ve Got Mail, anyone?)
Make apple cider donuts.
Carve pumpkins.
Ride around to see Halloween decorations or Christmas lights (Yes, Christmas lights! The last day of fall is Dec. 20th).
Have a craft night.
Attend a class either in-person or online.
Have a bonfire.
Jump in leaves.
Eat pumpkin-flavored or cinnamon-spiced foods.
Visit a haunted house.
Go on a ghost tour in your city.
Go on a hike.
Bake a pie.
Light a fall candle.
Write a letter to someone and tell them why you’re grateful for them.
Cozy up under a blanket and read.
Pick out a new sweater.
Watch a football game.
Host a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving dinner.
Register to vote.
Buy a fall bouquet.
Decorate for fall/Halloween.
Learn to knit or crochet.
Bob for apples.
Start planning for Christmas.
Make a treat or “Boo basket” for neighbors.
Take advantage of Black Friday shopping.
Try fall art: Apple stamps, leaf rubbing, paint a fall scene.
Make chili and cornbread.
Go to a farmer’s market.
Create or visit a spooky escape room.
Do fall gardening/planting.
Tell ghost stories.
Take family photos.
Find your way out of a corn maze.
Attend your local library activities.
Attend an Oktoberfest near you.
Throw a Halloween party.
Decorate sugar cookies.
Have a fall/Halloween scavenger hunt.
Rake a neighbor’s leaves or do another service for someone.
Make caramel apples.
Donate to a food bank.
Go horseback riding.
These are just a few of the many activities that fall has to offer. If all else fails, customize your own fall bucket list using one of the many list sheets in your planner!