Fall Bucket List! 20 best things to do this fall!

Happy first day of fall! 🍂 There’s something truly magical about this season—when the mornings turn crisp, the air feels fresher, and the trees paint the world in shades of red, gold, and orange. It’s the time of year when pumpkin-spiced everything starts popping up, cozy sweaters and scarves seem to call your name, and the evenings feel made for curling up with a blanket and a warm drink.

Fall invites us to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and really appreciate the small joys around us—whether it’s taking a walk through crunchy leaves, sipping cider with friends, or enjoying the comfort of a homemade soup simmering on the stove. It’s also the perfect season for creating new traditions, revisiting favorite ones, and making memories that will carry us through the colder months ahead.

To help you soak in all the richness of the season, here’s a list of 20 things to do this fall that will bring warmth, adventure, and a little bit of magic to your days.

1. Go Apple Picking

Nothing says fall like wandering through an orchard with a bag full of apples. Bonus points if you make pies, apple cider, or caramel apples afterward.

2. Visit a Pumpkin Patch

Pick out that perfectly lopsided pumpkin, take a million photos, and maybe even hop on a hayride. Carving them later is just the icing on the pumpkin pie.

3. Sip All the Fall Drinks

Pumpkin spice latte? Check. Hot apple cider? Check. Chai tea? Absolutely. Fall is basically a season made for cozy drinks.

4. Break Out the Sweaters

Oversized, chunky, fuzzy… you name it. Bonus points if your wardrobe got a glow-up after a little weight loss—hello, fall shopping spree!

5. Have a Bonfire Night

Roast marshmallows, make s’mores, and to top it off, throw a big projector screen outside for a fall movie night under the stars. Hocus Pocus mandatory.

6. Read a Book Under a Blanket

Rain tapping on the windows, leaves falling outside, and you wrapped in a blanket with tea in hand…pure bliss.

7. Watch Football

Whether you’re into the game or just the snacks, football is fall. Bonus: this one’s basically done if your kid plays little league!

8. Go for a Scenic Walk

Crunchy leaves, crisp air, and colorful trees—fall walks are like therapy for the soul.

9. Bake Fall Treats

Pumpkin bread, apple crisp, cinnamon rolls… even if they aren’t perfect, your house will smell amazing.

10. Decorate for Halloween

Cobwebs, pumpkins, spooky lights… even a simple setup can make your house feel festive.

11. Visit a Fall Festival or Fair

Rides, games, funnel cakes, and maybe even a petting zoo—fall festivals are a full-on celebration.

12. Make a Thankful Jar

Write down something you’re thankful for each week and read them at Thanksgiving. Warning: you might cry a little.

13. Get Lost in a Corn Maze

Wandering in circles is half the fun. Bonus points if you call for help—okay, maybe not bonus, but memorable!

14. Do Fall Crafts

Pumpkin painting, wreath-making, or leaf art—get creative and make some memories.

15. Take Fall Photos

Capture the beauty of the season with family, kids, pumpkins, or just the leaves. Awkward poses included!

16. Go on a Hayride

Extra fun if it’s at a local farm, complete with apple cider and hay to sit on.

17. Try a New Fall Recipe

From hearty soups to pumpkin cheesecake, fall is the perfect time to experiment in the kitchen.

18. Have a Cozy Movie Marathon

Think Hocus Pocus, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, or anything with a fall vibe. Don’t forget the popcorn!

19. Go Stargazing on a Crisp Night

Bundle up, bring a blanket, and watch the stars come out. Fall skies are some of the clearest of the year.

20. Take a Weekend Road Trip to See Fall Foliage

Hit the back roads, drive through mountains, or visit a nearby town with colorful trees. Snap pics, pack snacks, and enjoy the scenery.

Fall is short, so don’t wait! Whether it’s cozy nights by the fire, fun adventures outdoors, or indulging in all the seasonal treats, there’s something for everyone. Life’s too short to let this magical season slip by—so grab your pumpkin spice latte, throw on your coziest sweater, and start checking these off!

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