Author: This list of 35 fun fall activities will help get you in the fall mood even when it’s hot! From pumpkin patch photos to seasonal recipes, this list has something for everyone! Plus, most of them are completely free!
35 Fun Fall Activities
I love fall, but when it’s still so hot outside, I find it difficult to get into the autumn mood. A friend of mine recently said that she was boycotting all things fall until the weather cooled off.
If you’re lucky enough to be somewhere like Kentucky, Oregon, or California, this may not be an issue for you, but here in the good ol’ Lone Star State, <em>it’s still blazing hot</em> when “fall” rolls around!
So that got me to thinking, how could we start enjoying fall now? I came up with a list of 35 fall activities that you could do to enjoy fall, even when it’s hot outside.
BONUS: They are (almost) all free!!
1. Make a Loaf of Pumpkin Bread
Crank the AC down a bit, and make a loaf of this soft pumpkin bread. Enjoy the season in spite of the heat!
2. Enjoy the Newest Season of Your Favorite Fall TV Shows
Curl up on the couch and dive into your favorite series. Add a fall snack for an extra cozy evening.
3. Go to a Pumpkin Patch
Head to a local pumpkin patch, snap some pictures, and bring home a pumpkin (or three).
4. Make Acorn Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Try a fun twist on classic cookies by baking with acorn flour—it adds a nutty, autumn flavor.
5. Collect Canned Goods for a Food Bank
Spread kindness this season by gathering donations for your local pantry.
6. Visit a Corn Maze
Test your navigation skills with a family trip through a corn maze.
7. Take Your Family Holiday Card Photo
Use the beautiful fall backdrop for this year’s holiday photos.
8. Make a Fall Craft with Your Kids
Pick from one of these 21 fall crafts for kids and spend the afternoon making something cute together!
9. Play in the Leaves
Tidy up the yard and collect the season’s colors. Once they’re raked, jump in! Kids (and adults) will love it.
10. Start Writing “I’m Thankful For…” Cards
Get a head start on Thanksgiving by writing out what you’re thankful for on these cute Thanksgiving place setting cards!
11. Change Out Your Seasonal Clothing
Swap shorts for sweaters—even if it’s still warm, you’ll feel more in the spirit.
12. Paint Your Nails in Fall Colors
Try rich reds, warm browns, or golden yellows for a seasonal look.
13. Have a Picnic Under a Shade Tree
Enjoy a relaxed meal outdoors before the weather gets chilly.
14. Decorate for Fall on a Budget
Use pinecones for decoration, use acorns, thrifted items, and more to decorate for fall!
15. Make Creamy Potato Soup
This cozy soup is a family favorite and perfect for cooler evenings.
16. Go Camping
Set up camp in your backyard or head to a local site for fresh air and stargazing.
17. Go for a Fall Foliage Drive
Hop in the car and enjoy the beauty of the leaves before they’re gone.
18. Download Some Free Fall Printables
Decorate your home for free with these adorable fall printable art pieces!
19. Photograph the Changing Seasons
Take pictures each week to watch nature transform.
20. Make Crockpot Apple Butter
Fill your home with the scent of apples and cinnamon while making a sweet treat.
21. Go to a Fall Festival
Look for a community harvest event with food, games, and music.
22. Update Your Facebook Cover Photo
Choose a fall image to instantly bring the season to your profile.
23. Pick Pinecones and Decorate with Them
Natural, free, and cozy—perfect for fall displays.
24. Volunteer at a Shelter or Soup Kitchen
Give your time to help those in need this season.
25. Host a Potluck Fall Harvest Dinner
Invite friends to bring their favorite fall dishes and celebrate together.
26. Make Corn-Husk Dolls
This traditional fall craft is a charming keepsake.
27. Make a Scarecrow
Dress up old clothes with straw and set out a friendly scarecrow.
28. Take a Nighttime Hayride
Bundle up and enjoy a cool evening ride under the stars.
29. Go on a Fall-Themed Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Search for acorns, red leaves, and pinecones along the trail.
30. Make Your House Smell Like Fall
Simmer spices or use essential oils for an instant autumn aroma.
31. Eat Candy Corn
It’s not fall without this classic sweet!
32. Roast Pumpkin or Gourd Seeds
Season and roast seeds for a crunchy snack.
33. Create a Fall Playlist
Fill it with cozy songs to set the mood at home.
34. Watch the Harvest Moon
Step outside and take in the glow of this seasonal beauty.
35. Curl Up With a Good Book
Light a candle, grab a blanket, and settle in for a cozy read.
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