Many of us welcome fall with what can only be described as mixed emotions. After all the lazy days of summer are behind us and fall presents a new transition to winter. The truth is though, fall is also a brand-new season that presents unique smells, sights and flavors. In fact, it is one of the most gorgeous seasons of the entire year. This is the perfect time to find fall activities for families so you can all welcome the season with open arms.
There is almost always something fun to do during the autumn months. Whether you visit a pumpkin patch to choose the perfect pumpkin to carve or jump on the pumpkin spice bandwagon and create delicious desserts, there are several fall activities for families that can bring everyone joy this season.
Outdoor Family Fall Activities
The fall months offer up the perfect chance to get outdoors and participate in some really great fall activities. Just remember, the weather is getting colder, so you will want to bundle up.
Rake Leaves and Jump in Them
There is nothing quite like jumping in a fresh pile of leaves. Gather your family together and rake the fresh fallen leaves into a neat pile and then take turns jumping in them.
Go Apple Picking
Visit the NC mountains and stop at a pick your own farm and gather up some delicious apples. This is the perfect autumn activity for families. Make a day or a weekend trip out of it!!
Visit a Pumpkin Patch
Choosing your own pumpkin to carve can be an exciting adventure for the entire family. In fact, you can make a day out of it. Most pumpkin patches offer several different activities to participate in as well. In fact, they may have corn mazes, petting zoos, farmer’s markets and even a hayride on site. Visiting a pumpkin patch can be an exciting way to enjoy a fall day outdoors with your family.
Go on a Nature Walk
Seeing the leaves changing colors on the trees is something that people of all ages can enjoy. The beauty it presents is just astounding. Not only that, but while you are on your nature walk, your family can collect things like fallen leaves and pinecones to create beautiful art with, later.
Go on a Fall Picnic
As long as the weather permits, a fall picnic can be a fantastic way to enjoy a day with your family. Pack an amazing and comforting picnic to take with you to one of the great local parks we have in the Wake Forest and Raleigh area. Just make sure to use insulated containers to keep your food and warm, and do not forget the got apple cider.
Visit a Fall Fair or Festival
Fall fairs and festivals are so much fun to attend with your family. Enjoy some rides, some candy apples and maybe even enter in a pie eating contest. Our Southern Lux Living Fall Festival is THIS WEEKEND {Saturday, October 12th from 10am – Noon at Macon Gardens at 2704 Burlington Mills Rd, Wake Forest, NC} and the NC State Fair starts on October 17 and runs for 10 days!!
Jump in Puddles
Rainy day? No problem. Have your family get dressed up in their rain attire and go jump in puddles and dance in the rain. There is no reason to seclude yourself indoors.
Indoor Fall Activities for Families
Some days during the fall months may be just too cold to head out into the great outdoors. That is ok though, because there are several fun fall activities you and your family can do inside.
Decorate or Carve a Pumpkin
There are several fun ways you can decorate or carve a pumpkin. In fact, if carving a pumpkin isn’t for your family, you can always use paint or even stickers to decorate it. This is a great way to spend some fun and creative time indoors with your family this fall.
Make Your own Hot Chocolate
Homemade hot chocolate is simply delicious and enjoying it with the ones you love is even better. Just do not forget the mini marshmallows and whipped cream.
Read Aloud
Have everyone get into their comfy clothes and gather in a cozy spot together to read. Have each person take turns reading aloud from a wonderful book from your home library.
Make Delicious Baking
Whether you use the apples you picked and make a pie or try your hand at a pumpkin spice themed dessert, baking together is fun. Get the entire family in the kitchen to create some delicious fall desserts and then sample them.
Have a Movie Night
The fall months are the perfect time for a Halloween movie marathon. Snuggle in to watch some of your favorite Halloween classics. Just do not forget the popcorn.
Make Some Fall Crafts
You can paint pinecones, make some leaf art or even create spiders out of pom poms and pipe cleaners. No matter what you decide to craft this fall, spending creative time with your family is a fantastic fall activity.
While the lazy days of summer are behind us, there are so many fabulous fall activities for families that can get you excited for the season. Just get creative, whether you are outdoors or inside.
