๐Ÿ 60 Fall Family Activities to Try This Year (+ Free Printable Bucket List!)

๐Ÿ‚ Welcome to Fall: The Season of Cozy Family Memories

Crisp air, cozy sweaters, apple cider in hand โ€” fall is a season built for memories. But between school schedules, soccer games, and work deadlines, itโ€™s easy for the weeks to fly by without enjoying all the magic this time of year has to offer.

Thatโ€™s why we created a FREE Fall Family Bucket List Printable โ€” packed with 60 fun, simple, and family-friendly activity ideas you can enjoy from September through November. From pumpkin patch trips to apple picking, this list will help you make the most of your fall weekends.

๐Ÿ“ฅ [Download your free Fall Family Bucket List Printable here!]
or Purchase your a Giant 3 Month Bucket List Fall Calendar


โœ… Why a Fall Bucket List Is a Must for Families

A bucket list makes it easy to:

  • Stay intentional about making memories.
  • Keep kids engaged (no more โ€œIโ€™m bored!โ€).
  • Free you of trying to come up with fall activity ideas.
  • Create structure around your weekends so the season doesnโ€™t slip away.

With 60 options, thereโ€™s something for every type of family โ€” from outdoor adventurers to cozy homebodies.


๐ŸŽ 60 Fun Fall Family Activities


Here are some highlights from our free bucket list:

๐ŸŒณ Outdoor Fall Adventures

  • Visit a pumpkin patch or apple orchard.
  • Take a hike to admire fall foliage.
  • Run through a corn maze.
  • Play in a giant leaf pile.
  • Go on a weekend camping trip under the fall stars.

๐Ÿก Cozy At-Home Activities

  • Bake homemade fall soup or apple crisp.
  • Set up an indoor sโ€™mores station.
  • Host a fall-themed family movie night.
  • Craft a DIY leaf wreath or pinecone garland.
  • Make a fall simmer pot to spread fall cheer.

๐ŸŽƒ Seasonal Traditions

  • Host a backyard bonfire night with neighbors.
  • Carve pumpkins and roast the seeds.
  • Attend a local fall festival or craft fair.
  • Do a fall leaf rubbings or press fall leaves.
  • Find a local ghost tour to attend

๐Ÿญ Random Fall Holidays (so fun for kids!)

  • Eat an Extra Dessert Day (September 4) โ†’ prob a fav holiday in their book.
  • Bread Day (October 16) โ†’ perfect day to bake pumpkin bread.
  • Howl at the Moon Day (October 26) โ†’ simple, easy - and memorable.
  • Use our reusable fall holiday stickies to keep track of all these fun mini-celebrations!

Need some specific fall how-to's? Check out our Fall Bucketlist Blog Post!


โœจ How to Stay Organized During the Fall Fun

Of course, with school, sports, and busy family schedules, itโ€™s easy to feel overwhelmed trying to fit it all in. Thatโ€™s why we designed tools to help families stay organized while making room for fun.

๐Ÿ“… [Shop our family calendars + fall stickies here!]


๐Ÿ‚ Tips for Making the Most of Your Fall Bucket List

  1. Choose a Common Area โ€” Hang your free bucket list on the fridge so the whole family sees it daily.
  2. Let kids choose โ€” Each weekend, let your kids pick an activity from the list.
  3. Combine with your calendar โ€” Write activities directly on your dry-erase calendar so they donโ€™t get lost in the shuffle.
  4. Celebrate progress โ€” Check off items together โ€” it makes the season feel like a family adventure.
  5. Don't forget to snap photos โ€” Capture little moments; these are the memories youโ€™ll cherish most.

๐Ÿ’› Final Thoughts

Fall is short, but sweet โ€” and it deserves to be savored. Whether youโ€™re exploring the pumpkin patch, baking something delicious, or celebrating a quirky holiday, these simple activities bring joy and connection to your family.

So go ahead:


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