Fall Bucket List 2024: 40 Fun Activities To Try This Autumn

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Summer has come and gone and fall is now almost upon us.

Although I’m more of a summer type of gal, there’s something about fall from cozy sweaters, hay rides, and drinking apple cider that makes me smile like I’m a kid again.

If you need a little bit of inspiration on what to do this season, I’ve put together the ultimate fall bucket list of activities you can try this autumn in this post.

Here are 40 indoor and outdoor fall activities you need to put on your to-do list.

The Ultimate Fall Bucket List: 40 Fun Activities To Try

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1. Go pumpkin picking

Love pumpkins? Go pumpkin picking at a farm. This is perfect to add to your fall home decor or to carve Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween.

2. Go on a fall hike

Taking a hike and looking at all the beautiful fall foliage is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon.

3. Make DIY Halloween costumes

Spending an afternoon making your own Halloween costumes is a great way to have fun while saving money.

4. Make pumpkin spice waffles & Lattes

Fall is all about pumpkin spice.

What better way to enjoy fall than to whip up some delicious pumpkin spice waffles and a yummy cup of homemade pumpkin spice latte.

5. Make a Gratitude List

Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks for what you have. Make a list of things you’re thankful for this Thanksgiving with a gratitude journal.

6. Visit a fall fair

Gather your family and friends and head out to a fall fair for some afternoon fun.

7. Host a Thanksgiving Dinner

If you love having friends and family over, host a dinner during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

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8. Go on a fall picnic date

As the weather starts cooling down, a great fall date would be to go on a picnic.

It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful changing leaves while eating delicious food with good company.

9. Make apple fritters

If you love desserts and apples, making your own apple fritters is the perfect fall activity.

10. Pumpkin carving

With the pumpkins you picked out from the farm, a great way to spend an afternoon is carving Jack-O-Lantern’s for Halloween.

11. Make pumpkin soup

Add some more pumpkin into your life this season by making tasty pumpkin soup.

12. Take a family photo for Christmas

There is no time like fall to get started on preparing your family photos so they’re ready to mail out for Christmas.

13. Go apple picking

Along with pumpkin picking, another fun activity is to go apple picking.

14. Make candy apples

Now that you have apples, dip your own candy apples and make some delicious treats at home! You can also add some nuts if that’s your jam.

15. Make apple cider

If you like cider, make your own apple cider with the apples you picked earlier.

16. Bake apple & pumpkin pie

Fall is the perfect festive time for pie. Make your own apple and pumpkin pie this season for your family and friends.

17. Go to a drive-in movie theatre

If you love movies and want to try something different, go to a drive-in movie theatre. Don’t forget to bring some cozy blankets!

18. Shop for fall candles

Fall candles are a great way to add fall accents to your home for fall.

With so many different fragrances to choose from, you’ll be able to make your home smell like fall just the way you like it.

Pumpkin Pie Amber Jar Candle

Pumpkin Spice Mason Jar Soy Candle

Pumpkin Spice Latte Whipped Candles

Pumpkin Spice Wax Melts

Hello Fall Amber Jar Candles

Caramel Pumpkin Dream Whipped Mug Candle

19. Volunteer at a food bank

A great activity to give back during the fall season is to volunteer at a food bank to help the less fortunate.

20. Go stargazing

A clear, fall night is the perfect night to go stargazing.

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21. Visit a haunted house

In the spirit of Halloween, visit a haunted house for a fun scare.

22. Rake your leaves

Make a fun day out of raking your leaves from your lawn.

23. Go for a scenic drive to see the changing leaves

If you’re not a hiker, go for a scenic drive instead to see fall foliage.

24. Switch out your summer clothes to your fall wardrobe

Get your wardrobe ready for the colder seasons ahead by switching out your closet from your summer to fall clothes.

25. Bake Halloween cookies

If you love all things Halloween, bake some cookies and decorate them with scary accents.

26. Decorate Your Home

Fall isn’t complete without decorating your home. Take a day to take out all your old fall decor from storage and decorate your home.

27. Attend a football game

Attending a fall football game is always a great way to start off the season.

28. Have a scary movie marathon

Have a whole list of scary movies you want to see before Halloween? Spend a whole day at home and have a scary movie marathon with all the best movies.

29. Make a DIY fall wreath

If you’re a DIY craft lover, make your own fall wreath and hang it on your door.

30. Roast pumpkin seeds

It’s never good to waste so what better way to use the remaining pumpkin seeds than by roasting them.

31. Bake pumpkin bread

You can never have enough pumpkin during fall!

32. Go horseback riding

If you love horses, go on a fall horseback riding trip.

Find a day to bake delicious pumpkin bread and share it with all your family and friends for Thanksgiving weekend.

33. Visit a corn maze

Get into the fall spirit by visiting a corn maze.

34. Host a bonfire & roast marshmallows

Chill by a bonfire and start roasting marshmallows for a fun, cozy time.

35. Find cheap fall home decor at a thrift store

Need cheap fall home decor? Check out your local thrift store so you can turn your home into a cozy sanctuary for the colder months.

36. Cook apple chips

Another great fun activity to do this fall is to cook apple chips at home.

37. Knit your own scarf & sweater

Have a talent in knitting? Knit your own scarf and sweater before winter hits.

38. Go on a hay ride

Fall isn’t complete with a hay ride at your local farm.

39. Visit the zoo

Love animals? Take advantage of the cooler weather and visit a zoo.

40. Camp in your backyard

If you have a backyard, a great fall activity to add to your list is to camp out in your backyard. So fun without needing to leave your home!