Happy first day of fall friends! James and I were just talking about how fall is the best season and we’re so excited to do all the festive things. The temperatures are crisp and brisk, it’s time to start prepping for the holidays, the changing leaves are bright and beautiful, and you just want to cuddle up in a cozy blanket and drink warm mulled apple cider. Sounds magical, right? With this year being strange and unorthodox, we compiled a fall 2020 bucket list to safely work through this year.
Shop all the things from our Fall 2020 Bucket List
Fall 2020 Bucket List
Leaf Peeping
With the leaves changing colors in the upcoming weeks, it’s the perfect time to head to your favorite parks and watch them transform. Pack a charcuterie board and have a picnic!
Mountainside Hike
The temperatures are perfect for longer hikes, it isn’t too hot or too cold. So take advantage of the beautiful autumn weather and spend time outside. The mountains look especially beautiful when the leaves are changing. Cute hiking outfit linked here.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Instead of getting the ever so popular PSL in store, try brewing it at home. It’s pretty simple, and way healthier this way too! We use this to get ours tasting exactly like the coffeeshop version.
Related Post: 23 Pumpkin Spice Recipes that Feel Like Fall
Warm and Hearty Stew
Pull out the Crock Pot or Dutch Oven and make a warm and hearty stew or chili recipe. The aroma will totally put you in the fall mood!
Check out The Farmers Market
Seasonal veggies are on full display at farmers markets so it’s a great time to support local while enjoying farm fresh produce. Dress cute, bring the pup and stock up on healthy goodies.
Apple Picking
If you have orchards near by, bring the family and pick some fresh apples. There’s nothing link a perfectly ripe apple straight off the tree. Bring a camera and take fun fall pictures too!
Bake a Pie from Fresh Apples
If you’re going apple picking, you have to make apple pie! The warm, gooey combo of cinnamon and baked apples is divine.
Halloween Movie Night
Whether you like scary halloween movies or fun ones like Hocus Pocus, make some popcorn and have a night of festive streaming. We love binging the Harry Potter movies in the fall.
DIY an Autumn Wreath
Or just get one of these adorable Amazon wreaths. If you want to DIY it, try this gorgeous one!
Gameday at Home
Tailgating before a game is going to look different this year, but you can get creative and make game days a hit at home with cheerful appetizers, yummy drinks and a big tv.
Pumpkin Patch
Pick fresh pumpkins to carve and decorate with at the pumpkin patch! Also a great place to take autumn themed pictures.
Decorate for the Fall
Pull out all of the pampas, dried florals, pumpkins and Halloween stuff and transform your home. Since we’re spending so much time at home, might as well make it warm, seasonal and inviting.
Knit an Oversized Blanket
Use this tutorial to knit a cozy, chunky blanket to cuddle up with. Or you can purchase one of them here.
Stock up on Warm Sweaters and Sweats
We’re living in the work from home era, so instead of getting cute work friendly boots, opt for comfortable stay at home sweats! These are our favorites.
Make Mulled Wine
Wine, but warmed up and flavored with delicious herbs, spices and citrus…what’s not to love. Sit by the bonfire and try this recipe.
S’mores and Bonfire Night
Bonfires are a great way to enjoy the outdoors but still stay warm. Use a firepit and roast s’mores all evening long.
Stay in a Mountain Cabin
Find a secluded mountainside cabin and get away for the weekend. Hike, relax, and unplug while enjoying the great outdoors.
Warm Apple Cider
Try making apple cider from freshly picked apples or mull some ready made apple cider with spices and booze! Oh and you can make apple cider donuts too!
Test out Fall Candles
If you’re baking fall goodies, then your home will already absorb that delightful warm aroma that comes with fall. If not, try out some fall candles to get you in the autumn mood.
Related: Best Fall Candles for 2019 that Add Coziness
Festive Manicure
Stick to deep reds, browns, olives and jewel tones for a beautiful fall manicure that screams seasons changing. Or you can go crazy and try a Halloween manicure.