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This post is all about fall bucket list ideas to romanticize your autumn and make it the happiest season of the year. Read on for some cozy and fun autumn bucket list ideas!
When autumn comes knocking on your door, what’s the first thing you do?
That’s right – You pull out a glittery pen and prepare a sweet fall bucket list! Or at least, that’s what I like to do.
I can’t go any season without preparing a bucket list, but there’s something extra special about making plans for the fall.
Maybe it’s the changing leaves or the spooky yet thrilling vibes floating in the air, but I am head over heels for this beautiful season.
Also, where I’m from, autumn doesn’t last a very long time, and maybe that’s what creates an exciting need in me to load up on as many fall activities as I can get done.
From Halloween to pumpkin-spiced lattes, there is a lot that autumn has in store for us.
If you don’t have a fall bucket list in hand, you could end up missing out on some super fun activities. And we can’t have you sulking about that now, can we?
To mark the onset of fall and to double up on the autumn joy, I am sharing some fall bucket list ideas that will enhance your autumn vibes.
Gear up for some cozy, adventurous, and unique fall ideas.
35 FUN IDEAS FOR YOUR FALL BUCKET LIST
1. Visit A Pumpkin Patch
There is no activity more worthy of being at the top of your fall bucket list.
You must visit a pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkins for Halloween decorations and for your delicious pies and soups.
Don’t leave this task to another member of your family. The ghost pumpkins are watching.
2. Make A Leaf Art Scrapbook
Collect colorful leaves throughout the fall season and paste them on a scrapbook. You can call it your leafy art journal.
It’s one of the most creative ways to celebrate autumn!
3. Throw A Halloween Party
Well, duh, obviously you’ll be throwing a Halloween party. Those spooky and creative ideas running around in your brain need to be let out.
And nothing will be better than turning your house into a ghost residence for a night full of evil laughter and loads of fun.
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4. Have A Bonfire Night
Organize a bonfire night with your friends and family to mark the onset of fall.
Roast marshmallows, share stories, and enjoy the cozy ambiance that can only be created by the orange glow of the bonfire.
5. Master A Pumpkin Recipe
Pull out your inner chef and get yourself to master a pumpkin recipe. It could be a pie, a drink, or some mouth-watering soup!
The only two things you need to ensure – It must have pumpkin in it and should be approved by a close friend who wouldn’t lie to spare your feelings.
6. Create A Fall-Themed Journal
Start a new journal this season and fill it with your autumn experiences and all the exciting things that you are up to this season.
An idea for your first journal entry – Your own fall bucket list!
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7. Kite Flying
In my country, spring is considered to be an auspicious season for kiteflying, but I see plenty of people heading over to open grounds to fly kites during the autumn because of cooler weather conditions.
Try it if you are up for a date with the sky and a colorful kite of your choice.
8. Fill Up A Gratitude Jar
Buy a gratitude jar, and every day, write down one thing you are grateful for this fall and throw the chit in your jar.
By the time fall nears its end, you will have a jar full of gratitude and it will serve as a constant reminder to be thankful for the little things in life.
9. Go Bike Riding
Pull your old bike out of the shed and take it outside for a fun spin around the town.
You’ll love riding around feeling the breeze on your face as autumn leaves fall around you.
Be warned though. Autumn biking might just ruin this activity for you for any other season.
10. Board Game Night
Host a board game night and enjoy beating (and sometimes losing) your friends.
Keep plenty of popcorn, snacks, and drinks ready to keep your guests happy. Loads of laughter and good-natured jabs will be guaranteed.
11. A Weekend Getaway To A Cottage
If summer is all about long vacations to beach regions, then autumn is the season of weekend getaways in the woods.
Book a cottage near a lake on a weekend to relax, unwind, and absorb the fall vibes in their most natural form.
12. Prepare A Scented Candles Basket
Scented candles are my absolute favorite things for self-care and for tapping into my inner good vibes.
This fall, I am planning to buy a basket and fill it with scented candles of different scents from various brands.
A scented candle basket is something you’re going to want to prepare in the fall so that you can romanticize your autumn and winter days.
It’ll come in handy for your meditations, reading sessions, and bedtime routine.
13. Try A Fall-Themed Workout
Even if you’re not a fan of workouts, there’s no harm in pulling out your yoga mat and sweating yourself out.
You can join outdoor yoga classes or other fitness activities that embrace the fall season.
Your body and mind will love you for doing this, trust me.
14. Explore A Farmer’s Market
Stock up on fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables by visiting a farmer’s market.
You can also get your hands on homemade jams, sauces, and bread.
If you don’t have a farmer’s market in your town, look up the nearest location where one is hosted and drive to it on a day off.
15. Attend A Fall Festival
Fall festivals feature a lot of fun activities, crafts, and delicious seasonal treats.
Look for local fall festivals in your area and show up with your besties. You can also dress up in a floral outfit and go solo.
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16. Apple Picking
Apple picking during fall is a beloved seasonal activity for many people, especially in regions with apple orchards.
If your location allows for it, add apple picking to your bucket list.
It’s a beautiful way to enjoy the fall scenery, cool weather, and the bounty of fresh apples.
17. Go On A Nature Hike
Up for a sweat-inducing, adventurous, and nature-filled fall activity? Take a hike in the colorful outdoors!
You’ll get to enjoy the changing leaves and also get a good workout done in the crisp air.
18. Bake Fall Treats
Baking can be a nuisance if you don’t do it regularly.
But the latter half of the year is full of occasions that make you want to become a baking expert.
Find time out of your schedule to bake some fall treats. Having a buddy join you will make it more interesting.
My first baking attempt for the fall will be gingerbread cookies. What about you?
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19. Take Yourself On A Solo Date
Dress up nice and embrace self-love by taking yourself out on a solo date. You can go to a cozy cafe or catch a movie at an open theatre.
After all, autumn is the season of strolling in the street by yourself while sipping coffee.
20. Do Fall Organizing
With the change in season, you’ll need to put away your summer clothes to make way for your fall outfits.
Spare a day to do some fall organizing, declutter your house, and do a thorough cleaning of your room.
21. Decorate Your Room
I like doing small touch-ups in my room every time there is a change in season. It’s one of the tiny things I do to romanticize my life.
For fall decoration, you can place a smiley pumpkin on your shelf, buy a warm lamp for your desk, or stack up a few books on your nightstand.
Another pretty idea – Put up some fairy lights in preparation for the holiday season!
22. Outdoor Movie Night
Set up a movie night under the stars with warm blankets and hot cocoa.
Invite your close friends and family members, vote for the movies in advance, and have fun binging horror movies.
23. Try Knitting
As a kid, I used to help my mother knit. Well, she did most of the knitting and I just messed it up, but let’s pretend I’m an expert here.
There are many tutorials on youtube that can teach you how to knit a scarf or sweater, but learning from someone who knows knitting might help.
Think this is something you’ll be interested in? If yes, then add it to your fall bucket list right now.
24. Shop For Fall Special Outfits
Most of your fall bucket list activities might involve the outdoors. Won’t you need outfits to carry your fall vibes with you?
Go shopping and buy yourself some cute autumn outfits. Thrift shopping will be a good idea to avoid burning a hole in your pocket.
You might want to pick warm and earthy tones like mustard, chocolate brown, olive green, and rust to match the seasonal theme.
25. Read Cozy Books
Every summer, I slip into a reading slump, and the arrival of fall helps me launch back into my reading bucket list full force.
Autumn offers cozy vibes for reading, and it’d do you good to read books that match the theme of fall.
I personally find romance books to be a splendid fit for my autumn bucket reading list.
26. Have A Self-Care Day
s there ever a wrong time for self-care? I say not. Pause your other priorities and dedicate a full day to self-care this fall.
Take a long bath, put on a hydrating face mask, and paint your nails in pastel colors.
You can also read a romance book, sip coffee, order your favorite food, and watch a show you love to fill your self-care cup to the brim.
27. Go On A Long Drive
Autumn scenery is best enjoyed on a car drive. You can go with a friend or by yourself.
Play romantic songs, roll down the windows, and stop for a cup of coffee and some food in between.
28. Dedicate An Evening To Stargazing
Experience the beauty of fall nights by going stargazing on a clear evening.
It’ll be a perfect setup for you and your partner, or a friend who you can have meaningful conversations with.
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29. Get Spooked By A Haunted House
Experience some thrills and scares by visiting a haunted house attraction with your friends. You’ll be able to find haunted houses set up nearby around Halloween time.
Go even if haunted houses don’t really scare you; at least you’ll have a silly fall story to tell.
30. Go Camping
If I had to pick my favorite time of year to go camping, it would be fall.
It is a perfect activity to celebrate the summer-autumn transition. The weather is cooler and you get to experience nature in its beautiful fall glory.
31. Try Your Hand At DIY Fall Crafts
Get crafty with fall-inspired DIY items such as wreaths, centerpieces, or autumn-themed decorations.
You can create tiny pretty things for yourself and your loved ones.
Pinterest and youtube will give you plenty of ideas and directions regarding this.
32. Have A Picnic
Picnics and autumn were made for each other. The weather is pleasant, nature is a sight to behold, and you’ll be able to find plenty of spots for a quiet day out.
33. Visit A Botanical Garden
I hope you have a botanical garden nearby.
It will be a perfect destination to visit during the autumn to admire the fall foliage and seasonal displays.
34. Have A Corn Maze Adventure
This traditional activity is a must-add for the thriller section of your fall bucket list.
The thriller in you will love getting lost in a corn maze with friends or family for an entertaining and challenging experience.
35. Volunteer And Give Back
There is no wrong or right time of the year to volunteer. It’s a beautiful act that deserves a spot in all of your seasonal bucket lists.
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Create Your Own Autumn Bucket List!
We just looked at 35 fall bucket list ideas! I am hoping the ideas sound as fun to you as they do to me.
Use this post to create your own bucket list for the fall, and be sure to add some of your own ideas to the list.
Wishing you happy autumn days ahead!
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