Your Ultimate Fall Bucket List: 15 Must-Do Activities This Season

Fall is a magical time of year when nature is at its most colorful, the air is crisp and the smell of pumpkin spice is omnipresent.

There’s something about this season that calls for slowing down and enjoying the little things in life.

Whether you want to embrace fall coziness or venture out into nature, this ultimate fall bucket list has you set.

So, let’s get to 15 must-do activities that will help make this season one to remember.

1. Go Apple Picking at a Orchard

A visit to an apple orchard is a classic fall activity.

Walking through rows of apple trees, picking your own fruit and sampling fresh pressed apple cider right at the source is a fall classic.

Plus, it’s a great time to stock up on apples for homemade pies, crisps, or simply a healthy snack.

2. Hit the Road for a Fall Foliage Drive

One of the highlights of the season is the changing foliage.

Take a day trip to a beautiful part of the countryside for a picnic dinner in the colors of fall.

No matter Whether it’s New England, the Blue Ridge Parkway, or your local countryside, the vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows will thrill in every turn.

3. Visit a Pumpkin Patch

Visiting a pumpkin patch is a must for fall.

Stroll through rows of fields brimming with pumpkins in all shapes and sizes, and select the ideal for carving or beautifying your home.

Pumpkin patches also frequently have hayrides, corn mazes, and other seasonal activities that can make for a day of family or friend fun.

4. Carve Jack-O’-Lanterns

Once you’ve selected your ideal gourd, it’s time to get creative.

Making jack-o’-lanterns is a perennial favorite fall activity.

Whether you choose a spooky face, a silly grin or an elaborate design, the glow of a lit pumpkin on your porch brings a little magic to the season.

5. Go on a Fall Hike

Fall is one of the best seasons for hiking.

The cooler weather and beautiful scenery make it the best time to get on the trails.

Select a hike that leads to sweeping views or pass through woods where the leaves crackle beneath you.

Make sure to bring a camera — you’ll want to document the beauty surrounding you.

6. Make Homemade Apple Cider

There’s nothing more quintessentially fall than a warm mug of spiced apple cider. It’s easier than you think to make your own at home.

All you need is some apples, spices like cinnamon and cloves, and a bit of patience.

The result is a delicious, cozy drink that spreads the scent of fall around your home.

7. Attend a Fall Festival

From Oktoberfests to harvest fairs, fall is filled with festivals that commemorate the season.

Sample local food, music and crafts, and absorb the festive atmosphere.

It’s a wonderful way to spend a day with friends or family, and you may even find some new fall traditions.

8. Bake Pumpkin Bread or Pie

Pumpkin is the flavor of the season, and baking with it is one way to lean into fall.

Whether you’re preparing a classic pumpkin pie or a loaf of pumpkin bread, the aroma of spices and baking pumpkin will envelop your home in autumnal warmth.

9. Cozy Up to Fall Classics for Movie Night

With the days getting shorter and evenings cooler, nothing beats cuddling with a blanket on the couch while watching a classic fall flick.

Thanks to a spooky Halloween movie or a feel-good family classic, a movie night.

10. Explore a Corn Maze

Corn mazes are a fun and somewhat challenging fall activity.

Whether you’re traversing the twists and turns during the day or braving a haunted maze at night, it’s an adventure sure to be filled with laughter and maybe surprises.

11. Go Camping or Glamping

Fall is a wonderful time to go camping — the bugs are gone, the nights are cool and the scenery is stunning.

If camping this way isn’t your style, consider glamping.”

Take in the beauty of nature without leaving all the comforts of home, such as a soft bed and a campfire to roast marshmallows.

12. Create a Fall-Themed Craft

Start making your own seasonal decorations this fall.

There are a ton of DIY projects — from colorful leaf wreaths to homemade candles with cinnamon and clove aromas — that capture the essence of fall.

It’s an enjoyable way to add a personal nature to your home aesthetics.

13. Visit a Haunted House

For fans of a good fright, going to a haunted house is an autumnal ritual.

Whether it’s a professional haunted attraction or a local legend, the excitement of being frightened out of your wits is a one-of-a-kind way to embrace the spooky aspect of the season.

Read our best Haunted Destinations to get an exciting ideas on this.

14. Host a Bonfire Night

Plan a bonfire night with your friends and family.

Sitting around a crackling fire with a couple of friends, roasting marshmallows, telling stories, everything just feels connect and grounded.

It’s the perfect excuse to gather ’round with loved ones on cool evenings.

15. Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride

For a truly unique fall experience, soar high in the sky in a hot air balloon.

Fall colors stretch across a patchwork land from an aerial view in this epic autumn landscape.

It’s a peaceful, awe-inspiring way to view the season’s beauty from an entirely different vantage point.

Conclusion, 15 Things to Add to Your Ultimate Fall Bucket List

Fall is that time of year when there are many opportunities for you to savor the simple life of being human.

Whether you’re leaving your worries behind in the great outdoors, enjoying harvest delicacies or gathering with family and friends, these 15 things to do will ensure you maximize this wonderful time of year.

So whip out your sweater, pour a hot beverage, and start checking things off your ultimate fall bucket list!