If September has got you looking forward to sweater weather, then you’ll be excited to kick off all the fun activities fall brings with it! From festive fall colors to those iconic pumpkin spice lattes, fall is the perfect time to cozy up with friends and family for halloween movies, apple pie baking, and everything in between. Here are 10 fall activities to look forward to this season!

Pumpkin Carving

Nothing screams “fall” more than carving pumpkins for your Halloween jack-o-lanterns! If you want to take things up a notch, head to your local pumpkin patch to pick out your pumpkins yourself. 

Apple Picking 

There are few more classic fall activities than apple picking. Take a road trip to your nearest orchard, bundle up the kids or your significant other, and spend the day picking all the apples you can eat! Take home a bushel and make yourself some apple pie.

Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes 

If you aren’t yet in the Halloween mood, haunted houses and corn mazes will certainly get you there! Get ready to scream at every turn and lose yourself with your boo in a spooky corn maze. 

Halloween Movies

Bundle up for a Halloween movie marathon with your friends and family and watch all the seasonal classics. From Hocus Pocus to Beetlejuice, these flicks will have you ready to throw on your costume!

Fall Hikes

Fall is the perfect time to get out on the trails and enjoy a picturesque hike. Lose yourself  in the gorgeous colors of changing leaves and breathe in the fresh autumn air. Not too hot and not too cold, there truly is no better time for a hike!

Pie Baking 

Whether you opt for pumpkin or apple, there’s no question that fall is the season for pie baking! Get together with your friends and family and spend the afternoon baking up some delicious seasonal pies. 

Fall Road Trips 

Who doesn’t love a quick fall getaway? Pack up the car and head out on a fun fall road trip. No matter your destination, you’re sure to fall in love with the beautiful changing leaves along your scenic drive.

Hayrides

Head to your local orchard and enjoy a fun hayride! Cozy up with your family for a morning ride through the apple orchards and pumpkin patches or snuggle up with your S/O for an intimate evening hayride.

Play Football

Though the traditional football season may be on hold this year, that shouldn’t stop you from getting together with friends and hosting a neighborhood football game in the park! Throw on your favorite team’s gear and enjoy some classic fall fun. 

Fall Farmers Markets

Let’s be honest, fall produce is the best. From gourds to fresh peppers to apples and beyond, charming fall farmers markets are just what you need to get in the mood for everything autumn.