50+ Fun Things to Do in Fall
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Fall is officially here and I don’t know about you, but Fall is my favorite time of the year to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful changing colors of the leaves. It’s not unbearably hot like summer and all the spooky Fall and Halloween events take place.
If you feel the same way and are looking for ideas on Fun Things to Do in Fall (or just want a Fall Bucket List to go off of) you’ve landed in the right place!
I’ve compiled my favorite list of 50+ Fun Things to Do in Fall and even made you a Free Printable Fall Bucket List you can use as reference too!
50+ Fun Things to Do in Fall
Visit a pumpkin patch.
Carve or paint pumpkins.
Go on a nature walk to admire the fall foliage.
Host a backyard bonfire with s’mores.
Collect and press colorful autumn leaves.
Bake homemade apple pies or crisps.
Have a picnic in the park.
Attend a local harvest festival or fair.
Visit a corn maze.
Make homemade caramel apples.
Create DIY fall crafts with leaves, pinecones, and acorns.
Go apple picking at a nearby orchard.
Decorate the house with fall-themed items.
Have a movie night with fall-themed films or Halloween classics.
Make homemade hot chocolate or apple cider.
Build a scarecrow in the yard.
Go for a family bike ride on a cool fall day.
Rake leaves and jump into a big pile.
Visit a local farm to pet animals or go on a hayride.
Play backyard games like football or soccer.
Take a scenic drive to admire the fall colors.
Set up a family photo shoot in the fall scenery.
Create a DIY fall wreath for the door.
Make popcorn balls or candy corn treats.
Go camping or have a backyard camping night.
Host a pumpkin-themed bake-off or cook-off.
Visit a local farmers’ market for fall produce.
Host a potluck with fall-inspired dishes.
Explore local hiking trails.
Go stargazing on a crisp, clear fall night.
Make a gratitude jar to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Decorate sugar cookies with fall colors and designs.
Have a spooky story night by the fire.
Visit a historical site or museum.
Create a scavenger hunt using fall-themed items.
Play board games or card games indoors.
Have a family game of capture the flag in the backyard.
Paint rocks with fall designs or positive messages.
Volunteer at a local food drive or shelter.
Try a fall-themed science experiment (like pumpkin volcanoes).
Host a chili or soup cook-off with friends.
Take family-friendly ghost tours or visit haunted spots.
Visit a local botanical garden or nature reserve.
Try a new fall soup recipe together.
Attend a local high school football game.
Make a batch of homemade pumpkin spice lattes.
Try geocaching in a local park or neighborhood.
Build and fly homemade kites.
Have a nature photography contest with the family.
Make DIY bird feeders for migrating birds.
Make a DIY Halloween costume with materials you have at home.
Organize a neighborhood fall festival with games and treats.
Have a cozy family reading night with fall-themed books.
Create leaf rubbings with crayons and paper.
Build a mini scarecrow for your porch or yard.
Host a backyard movie night with blankets and warm drinks.
Collect pinecones and make bird feeders or fall decorations.
Take a family walk to a local park and play in the crisp autumn air.
Have a “fall flavors” taste test with things like pumpkin, cinnamon, and caramel.
Make a fall scrapbook to document all your seasonal adventures.
If you love these ideas and want a fun printable, check out the Free Printable Fall Bucket List. Just click the image below to download and print it!
