The fall season is a great time to participate in old traditions and create new ones. You can make memories with family and friends all season long by partaking in these fun autumn-themed activities!
1. Pumpkin picking
An oldie but a goodie. Pumpkin picking in a patch is a great fall tradition that you can do with anyone. You can pick out your very own pumpkin to either carve or decorate your home. Also, at some pumpkin patches, you can enjoy corn mazes and hay rides, or play some fun pumpkin-themed games like ring toss. You can even take part in the little-known activity pumpkin bowling! Food is probably available for purchase as well, with treats like apple cider donuts, kettle corn and cotton candy. If you have a pumpkin patch like this near you, make a day out of it and take your family and friends to participate in a fun pumpkin-picking tradition.
2. Apple picking
Another fun activity is apple picking. Because apples are in season from September to October, now is the best time to take a basket and pick apples right off the tree. Go to an apple orchard with some friends and fill your baskets to the brim with apples of various hues. If the orchard offers apple cider, take advantage of the moment — grab a cup and enjoy the sunset peeking through the branches of apple trees.
3. Make your favorite fall themed desserts
A beloved fall tradition is making those classic baked goods. All year long, people wait for the fall season to make certain desserts like pies and spiced cookies. If you’ve never baked before, autumn is the best time to try it out. Gather your nutmeg and pumpkin-spice butter because it’s time to make your favorite fall-themed desserts. Fill your kitchen with heavenly smells as you let your pies, muffins and crumble cakes bake in the oven. Make an outrageous amount of cookies so that you have an excuse to give some to friends and family. You can even host a baking night where you and your guests can make treats to share.
4. Watching your favorite fall shows at home
Some people just like to curl up at home with a hot beverage and good entertainment as the rain patters on the roof. Watch your favorite fall show as this time of year rolls around and create a nice tradition that announces the season’s arrival. Be it “Gilmore Girls,” “Scooby Doo” or “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” enjoy the cool fall weather from inside your home while burying yourself and your worries in layers of blankets. Detach from your fears and anxieties and take some time for yourself.
5. Carving jack o’lanterns
After picking up your perfect pumpkin, grab a pumpkin carving kit and get to work. This 400 year old tradition is still beloved to this day and carved pumpkins can be seen on the front steps of many houses in the days approaching Halloween. This messy activity is fun to do but make sure you have the right equipment or you could hurt yourself. Create simple or intricate designs in your pumpkin and light it up using a small tea light candle. If you feel confident enough in your pumpkin carving abilities, try entering in a contest!
6. Decorating your house with the spirit of fall
Of course we’ve all heard of decorating for Halloween but maybe it’s time to decorate for fall. On every 21st of September, take the time to make your home bright with warm orange and red colors. Bring the autumn palette to your living room and stack mini pumpkins against your windowsill. String fairy lights across your walls and sprinkle colorful leaves around your home. Create a warm and home-y atmosphere for yourself to bring you and everyone you love into fall!
