75 Fall Bucket List Ideas for Autumn Weekends (+Free Printable)

It’s officially my favorite season – fall! I seriously love this time of year. The weather is perfect, the scenery is beautiful, and there are so many yummy treats to try! Every year, I love making a fall bucket list and in this post, I’m sharing some of my favorite fall bucket list ideas with you!

There’s something on this list for everyone – whether you like apple picking, cozy activities, taking fall road trips, or eating pumpkin-flavored everything. You’ll also find some family-friendly fall bucket list ideas if you’re looking for festive activities to do with the kids this season!

To make it even easier, I’ve put together a FREE printable fall bucket list that you can download on your phone or print out to hang on your fridge!

☀️ Holding on to the last bits of summer? I also have a FREE printable summer bucket list too! →

Ready to start planning your best autumn season yet? Let’s go!

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Download a Free Printable PDF of the Fall Bucket List!

Get a free PDF version of the Fall Bucket List for easy printing and use on mobile devices!
The PDF contains both a color copy as well as a black & white copy that is printer-friendly!

This printable is also part of my travel freebie library which contains all of my FREE printables, packing lists, checklists, and itineraries in one convenient location! When you download this bucket list, you will get the access code to the library emailed to you! You can also just sign up for the freebie library directly to access this printable.

Fall Travel Essentials

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Classic Fall Activities

Let’s start off with some classic fall things to do that are my go-to every season! These are the traditional fall activities that I never get tired of and make sure to do them every single year. It’s also a great way to spend time with friends and family during the season!

1. Visit a pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin
2. Carve a pumpkin
3. Apple picking at a local orchard
4. Go through a corn maze
5. Go on a hayride at a local farm
6. Have a fall/Halloween movie marathon
7. Shop for seasonal produce at the farmers market
8. Attend a county or state fair
9. Roast marshmallows over a fire pit
10. Jump or play in a pile of leaves

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Outdoor Fall Activities

Fall is my favorite season to spend time outdoors – I hate how hot and humid it can get here in the Northeast over the summer! Since the weather is crisp and cooler in the autumn months, I’m always finding reasons to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Here are some of my favorite outdoor activities to enjoy in the fall.

11. Go on a nature trail for leaf-peeping
12. Try a new hiking trail
13. Spend a weekend camping
14. Kayak or canoe across a lake
15. Go on a scenic bike ride
16. Visit a national or state park during peak fall foliage
17. Go birdwatching
18. Watch the sunrise on a fall morning hike
19. Go ziplining
20. Plant bulbs for next spring!

Family-Friendly Fall Fun

A lot of the activities mentioned in this post are family-friendly, but here’s a few more fun activities to do with the whole fam. Don’t forget to bring your camera so you can snap some photos for the scrapbook!

21. Attend a fall festival
22. Pumpkin carving night with the family
23. Make s’mores by the campfire
24. Collect pinecones and make crafts
25. Go trick or treating in homemade Halloween costumes
26. Attend fall events at the zoo or aquarium
27. Go camping in the backyard
28. Plan a fall-themed family game night
29. Make fall crafts with the kiddos
30. Go on a bike ride with the family

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Spooky Adventures

I’m not the biggest fan of spooky and creepy things, but if you are – this list is for you! Don’t worry there’s some less scary activities on this list too if you like the creepy stuff without the horror 😆

31. Take a ghost tour
32. Explore a haunted house
33. Have a horror movie marathon
34. Attend a haunted corn maze at night
35. Do a cemetery tour
36. Try a haunted hayride
37. Read a murder mystery
38. Stay overnight at a haunted hotel
39. Visit Salem, Massachusetts during Halloween
40. Explore the town of Sleepy Hollow, NY during Halloween season

Scenic Fall Drives

Taking a scenic fall road trip is one of my favorite things to do in autumn. Driving down the highway with beautiful fall foliage surrounding you – nothing beats that experience! Whether you’re taking a day trip or planning a longer weekend getaway, these are some ideas to inspire your fall travels.

41. Take a weekend road trip – here are 10 fall weekend getaway ideas!
42. Drive the Kancamangus Highway in New Hampshire
43. Take a fall road trip through Vermont Route 100 – download a FREE Stowe, VT day trip itinerary!
44. Drive through the Catskills and Adirondacks in Upstate New York during peak foliage
45. Explore the Hudson Valley, New York during leaf season
46. Check out the lighthouses along the coast of Maine
47. Drive across a covered bridge in New England
48. Explore the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania during fall season
49. Take a road trip through the Blue Ridge Mountains
50. Road trip through Martha’s Vineyard during the fall – grab my FREE Martha’s Vineyard itinerary!

Fall Getaways

Green Mountain Inn in Stowe, Vermont – click here for the itinerary!

Sure, taking a summer vacation is great, but I also love planning a cozy weekend getaway in the fall. The weather is perfect, less crowds, and there’s so many seasonal activities to enjoy. Here are some of my favorite ideas for an autumn getaway. I also wrote a whole blogpost on 10 fall getaways in the Northeast so make sure to check that out for even more inspiration!

51. Visit Vermont or New Hampshire in the fall – grab my FREE Stowe, VT day trip itinerary!
52. Visit the Finger Lakes region
53. Visit Acadia National Park in Maine
54. Visit NYC or Boston in the fall – get my FREE 3-day NYC itinerary!
55. Rent a cabin in the woods for a weekend
56. Go glamping
57. Stay at a historic New England inn
58. Book a bed & breakfast in a small town
59. Spend a weekend in a lakeside cottage
60. Take a scenic train ride through the countryside

Fall Foodie Adventures

Fresh apple cider donuts at Cold Hollow Cider Mill in Stowe, Vermont – click here for the itinerary!

My favorite part of fall is cooking, baking, and eating all of the yummy seasonal treats! Whether it’s making my own butternut squash soup or baking a fresh loaf of pumpkin bread at home, it’s the perfect way to spend a cozy fall Sunday afternoon.

61. Get fresh apple cider donuts from a farm stand
62. Drink a pumpkin spice latte
63. Drink a maple latte
64. Make a cozy bowl of chili at home
65. Indulge in hot chocolate at a cozy cafe
66. Have a fall picnic on a nice Sunday afternoon
67. Make a casserole
68. Eat a bowl of butternut squash soup
69. Bake a pumpkin pie or apple pie at home
70. Make caramel apples

Fall Staycation Ideas

These fall staycation ideas are perfect for a solo date night or for going out with your significant other!

71. Have a Harry Potter or Gilmore Girls marathon
72. Decorate your home for the fall
73. Cook a fall-inspired meal at home
74. Have a spa night with scented fall candles and a bubble bath
75. Read a new book (extra points if it’s fall themed!)

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Fall Travel Essentials

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Download a Free Printable PDF of the Fall Bucket List!

Get a free PDF version of the Fall Bucket List for easy printing and use on mobile devices!
The PDF contains both a color copy as well as a black & white copy that is printer-friendly!

This printable is also part of my travel freebie library which contains all of my FREE printables, packing lists, checklists, and itineraries in one convenient location! When you download this bucket list, you will get the access code to the library emailed to you! You can also just sign up for the freebie library directly to access this printable.

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I hope you enjoyed this fall bucket list! Make sure to grab the free printable and let me know if you did any of the activities on this list!

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