It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and no, I’m not talking about Christmas just yet. Autumn has arrived, so that means it’s time to create your fall bucket list to get everything you desire and more out of this season.
Fall rivals summer in that it’s not too hot or too cold to enjoy outdoor activities. The weather is just right.
You don’t feel pressured to show skin because its sweater weather, allowing you to showcase your fashion sense through layering.
Bold and bright colors are out, now mauve, dark colors are in for handbags, nail polish, clothing items, and coats.
You can either dress up or dress down textured fabric, with some of the most popular options being suede, tweed, and wool.
If you ever want inspiration for fall vibes, watch a few episodes of Gilmore Girl, Practical Magic, or re-watch the Harry Potter series for inspiration.
These feel good movies and shows will not only put you in the mood for autumn, but fill your cup with nostalgic childhood memories.
Get ready to check off every item on your fall bucket list this year!
What is the most popular thing about fall?
The most popular thing about fall is all the festivities associated with the cooler weather during this time of year.
Autumn occurs in the last quarter of the year with some of the most popular holidays, such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.
It’s a great time to reconnect with family and friends, participate in local events, and enjoy indoor and outdoor activities while looking your best or dressing up as someone else.
Fall is the initial beginning of the holiday season where things slow down. The days are shorter, people spend more time together inside, and there is more opportunity to form cozier spaces with autumn decorations.
Halloween is an exciting time for kids, but still loads of fun for adults, too. Between visiting haunted houses, attending Halloween parties, participating in costume contests, and decorating your home, Halloween is for adults with or without children to enjoy, too.
Thanksgiving feasts are highly anticipated for a reason.
It’s the one time of year, where close friends and family gather to cook a delicious meal together, share what they are grateful for, and catch up on life with people they haven’t seen in a while.
Fall is popular for a myriad of reasons. There’s literally nothing not to love about it.
Does fall make people happier?
Fall makes people feel happy when they are intentional about the activities they indulge during the season.
Rather than staying in and rejecting invites to local events, parties, or date nights, it’s best to fill up your weekly schedule by trying new hobbies and doing activities with people whose company you genuinely enjoy.
It’s the perfect time to break away from large, hot crowds in the sweltering heat, and socialize with friends in more intimate settings.
Friendsgiving and Halloween are two holidays that many adults look forward to.
At Halloween, you can revisit your childhood without guilt or any strict rules to follow.
You can take your children or chaperone younger family members trick-or-treating without any limit on how much candy you can eat.
There are fun ways to drink responsibly at adult Halloween parties, and plenty of curated Halloween events with adults as their target audiences, such as theme parks, festivals, and pop-up corn mazes and farms.
Have you ever seen someone unhappy on Halloween? Well, when they’re not screaming or terrified, at least.
All the pumpkin spice flavored drinks, leaves turning colors, and the smell of hearty, delicious meals on cooler fall days are enough to put a smile on anyone’s face.
How to enjoy fall season?
Determine what aspect of autumn resonates best with you.
For some it’s switching out their summer wardrobes for fall fashion, and putting head turning outfits together with over the knee boots, long skirts, chunky knit sweaters, cozy accessories, and double-breasted coats.
For others, it’s finding cozy spaces in their homes, bringing out seasonal decor, and color coordinating throw pillows with dark and muted tones.
Mugs for warmer drinks, waffle knit throws, and fall-inspired book themes may be the go-to for introverts.
While the adventurers at heart gear up for group hiking trails, bicycle rides through the brisk air, or the occasional weekend getaway to do some glamping with friends.
The way you choose to enjoy fall is not up for debate.
There are so many hobbies and activities to get into this time of season. The options are pretty limitless no matter where you are across the globe.
Use your fall bucket list as a guide or checklist. Don’t be afraid to add or remove from the list.
Fall only lasts three short months before there’s snow on the ground, so prioritize what makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside.
What’s your ideal fall day? Is it taking a walk through a scenic route?
Cozying up with your significant other by the fireplace?
Sipping on tea while putting a 100-piece puzzle together with a friend? Or is it sharing ghost stories with family by the bonfire or making s’mores?
What fall bucket list ideas fit your personality best goal friends?
How can I enjoy fall alone?
With the change in weather, there’s no longer judgment about choosing to stay indoors or preferring solo dates to group outings.
Take advantage of fall to engage in personal hibernation. Take this time to retreat inside mentally and physically.
You should be planning for the new year, setting goals, resting and rewarding yourself for your wins this year.
With winter just around the corner, it is completely normal to slow down and become introspective.
Unlike summer, you may not find that many outdoor events to partake in alone.
However, you can certainly have fun at home all by yourself or attend events that don’t require someone else to tag along for a good time.
With a little planning and intentionality, there are plenty of activities you can absolutely do within the comfort of your own home.
30 solo activities to add to your fall bucket list
- Create a book TBR jar for autumn
- Develop a comfort recipe board on Pinterest or create a cookbook trying new hearty recipes for fall
- Work on fall themed jigsaw puzzles
- Tour a historic neighborhood and look at the Halloween decorations
- Listen to a spooky audiobook or mystery podcast
- Festive DIY crafts (reefs with dried fruits)
- Take a virtual class for fun
- Start an indoor garden
- Scrapbook
- Decorate your home for autumn
- Explore a local hiking trail
- Visit a pumpkin festival
- Fall photo shoot of vibrant foliage
- Bake some pumpkin bread
- Carve a pumpkin
- Watch a feel good, fall themed movie
- Try a festive fall drink (pumpkin spiced latte!)
- Paint night with a spooky theme
- Write a letter to yourself or someone you love
- Bring out your autumn wardrobe
- Listen to a fall themed playlist
- Make yourself a boo basket
- Try a new coffee shop, restaurant, etc.
- Make a fall scented candle
- Read a cozy mystery book by the fire
- Take a trip to an old record store
- Cook a sweet treat with apples or pumpkin
- Go apple picking at an orchard
- Volunteer your time
- Color or paint outside
What is the best fall activity?
There are so many fall activities. How can you even choose?
But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. I’ve mixed in some classic fall bucket list ideas with a few new ones to romanticize your life.
Fall activities can be done with your family, friends, or even alone.
Check out the epic fall bucket list that has something for everyone to make the most of the season.
- Visit the Farmer’s Market
- Put on a fall-inspired outfit and makeup
- Take aesthetic fall-themed photos with your friends
- Have a pumpkin carving contest
- Order an autumn inspired meal or drink off of a restaurant menu
- Watch Hocus Pocus for a movie night party outdoors
- Make homemade apple cider
- Buy a batch of cider donuts
- Visit an apple picking farm in a neighboring town
- Family s’mores and bonfire night
- Go to a wine tasting
- Bake bread for your family
- Get fall nails
- Go for a scenic drive
- Weekend movie marathon with kettle corn
- Thrift for sweaters
- Go through a corn maze with friends
- Rent a cabin in the woods for a weekend getaway
- Decorate your home for the fall (inside and out)
- A pumpkin spice bake off
- Cook a big pot of soup or chili
- Stargaze in your backyard
- Go on an autumn picnic with your partner
- Go on a fall foliage train ride
- Knit a cozy fall blanket
- Take your kids on a hayride
- Visit a sunflower farm
- Create spider web cocktails for a Halloween party
- Fall-themed self care night
- Sip on hot chocolate and chat with your besties
- Walk through a botanical garden
- Go to your local Octoberfest
- Pumpkin shaped pizza night
- A long bike ride
- Calligraphy Class
Embrace the crisp air and vibrant colors of autumn by checking off each item on your fall bucket list, from scenic hikes to cozy bonfires. By savoring these seasonal moments, you’ll make this fall your most memorable yet.
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