25 Cozy Things to Add to Your Fall 2025 Bucket List
Check out this article if you want simple, feel-good fall ideas that bring joy, comfort, and a little magic to the season.
There’s just something about fall that makes me slow down and breathe a little deeper.
Maybe it’s the golden light, or how a cup of cider tastes better when your hands are cold. Every year, I make a little fall bucket list—and honestly, it’s the coziest tradition I’ve ever started.
This list is for anyone who wants to truly soak up fall.
It’s not about spending tons of money or traveling far. It’s about those little moments that make the season feel full, like wearing your favorite sweater or hearing leaves crunch under your boots.
Inside this list, you’ll find 25 cozy things to try that’ll make your autumn unforgettable.
So light a candle, grab a blanket, and let’s get into it.
1. Bake a Fresh Apple Pie from Scratch
There’s nothing more classic—or comforting—than a homemade apple pie in the oven.
Use fresh-picked apples if you can, and let your house fill with that sweet cinnamon scent.
Even if it’s not perfect, you’ll remember the feeling more than the crust.
2. Host a Chili Night with Friends
Make a big pot of chili and invite your favorite people over.
It’s casual, easy, and everyone leaves full and happy.
Add cornbread or hot cocoa for extra warmth.
3. Go for a Drive to See Fall Foliage
Pick a scenic route, roll the windows down, and let the colors blow you away.
Fall doesn’t last forever—this is your excuse to chase it.
Bring a thermos and stop for photos along the way.
4. Light a New Fall-Scented Candle
Whether it’s pumpkin, apple, or warm vanilla, candles bring instant calm.
I like to light mine in the early morning while journaling or sipping coffee.
It’s a small habit that turns ordinary days into cozy rituals.
5. Visit a Local Pumpkin Patch
There’s something nostalgic and grounding about walking through rows of pumpkins.
Pick one (or five) to carve, cook, or just set on your porch.
It’s also the perfect place for that fall photo you’ll actually want to keep.
6. Make a DIY Fall Wreath
Gather leaves, twigs, pinecones, or mini pumpkins—whatever you’ve got nearby.
Glue it all to a simple wire or grapevine base.
You’ll end up with a wreath that looks rustic and handmade (because it is).
7. Start a Cozy Book
Choose a novel that fits the season—something with small towns, changing leaves, or mystery.
Reading under a blanket with no noise around? Peak fall vibes.
Bonus points if you read it by candlelight or next to a fire.
8. Try a New Soup Recipe
From butternut squash to creamy tomato, fall soups are the ultimate comfort food.
Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for lazy nights.
You’ll be glad you did.
9. Take a Long Walk in Crunchy Leaves
You don’t need a plan—just step outside and wander.
The sound of leaves under your boots is oddly therapeutic.
Bring a playlist or go quiet and let your mind rest.
10. Decorate Your Porch (Even if It’s Small)
Add mums, a pumpkin or two, and maybe a plaid blanket over the chair.
It’s less about decor and more about creating a space that welcomes the season.
Every time you walk up, it’ll feel like a warm hug.
11. Have a No-Phone Morning
Leave your phone in the other room and just be.
Drink your coffee slowly, journal, or sit in silence.
Let your brain breathe for a bit.
12. Drink a Pumpkin Spice Latte (At Least Once)
It’s basic, sure—but it’s also delicious.
Try making your own at home with real pumpkin and cinnamon.
Or just hit up your favorite café and savor every sip.
13. Wrap Up in a Cozy Blanket and Watch the Sunset
Find a spot where you can see the sky turn gold and pink.
Fall sunsets hit different—especially when it’s cool enough for a blanket.
It’s free, simple, and oddly soul-filling.
14. Plan a Fall Picnic
Pack warm sandwiches, apple cider, and a thermos of soup.
Head to a local park or even your backyard with a cozy blanket.
You don’t need a reason to make a weekday special.
15. Wear That Oversized Sweater You Love
You know the one—it’s soft, slightly baggy, and makes you feel like your best fall self.
Throw it over jeans or leggings and live in it until spring.
It’s basically wearable comfort.
16. Roast Marshmallows Over a Fire (or Stove)
Campfire or kitchen, doesn’t matter.
Stick a marshmallow on a fork, roast it, and sandwich it with chocolate and graham crackers.
Instant nostalgia in every bite.
17. Write a Gratitude List
Fall naturally makes you reflect, and writing it down helps you soak it in.
Jot down 5 things you’re thankful for every day this month.
It shifts your whole mindset.
18. Create a Fall Playlist
Mix in soft acoustic, old favorites, or cozy lo-fi beats.
Play it while cooking, cleaning, or sipping tea.
It sets the tone for every cozy moment.
19. Go Apple Picking
Spend a day at an orchard and fill your basket with fresh apples.
It’s the kind of activity that makes you slow down and enjoy being outdoors.
And the apples taste so much better when you pick them yourself.
20. Watch a Classic Fall Movie
Think You’ve Got Mail, Dead Poets Society, or When Harry Met Sally.
Make popcorn, dim the lights, and let yourself sink into the story.
It’s the kind of night that leaves you feeling warm inside.
21. Try a New Fall Nail Color
Think burnt orange, deep burgundy, or mossy green.
It’s a small change that makes you feel pulled together.
You’ll smile every time you catch a glimpse of your hands.
22. Make Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
They take time—but that’s the point.
The smell alone is worth the effort, and they taste even better warm from the oven.
Share them with someone, or eat three yourself. No judgment.
23. Do a Cozy Puzzle on a Rainy Day
Puzzles slow you down in a good way.
Light a candle, play soft music, and let yourself focus.
It’s peaceful, quiet, and feels like old-school fall charm.
24. Go Thrift Shopping for Fall Decor
You’d be surprised how many gems you can find for cheap.
Look for vintage mugs, wool blankets, or leaf-themed decor.
Adding just one cozy piece can change the whole vibe of your space.
25. Make a DIY Fall Potpourri
Simmer cinnamon sticks, apple slices, cloves, and orange peels in a pot of water.
The scent is pure comfort and makes your whole house smell like fall.
It’s like a hug from the season itself.
