Fall Bucket List

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Looking for do-able fall bucket list ideas in 2020 that are family-friendly?

These fall bucket list ideas are easy and fun, and will create memories for you and your family!

I still remember going to pumpkin patches, squirting whip cream on my pumpkin pie, and eating roasted pumpkin seeds when I was a kid – I remember the smell of roasted pumpkin seeds baking in the oven. 

My mom would bake the pumpkin seeds in the evening after we carved pumpkins and they were a special treat my brothers, sister, and I would eat that night.  That smell still lingers when I roast pumpkin seeds for my family now.

I plan to bring these fall ideas and traditions into my family now – so my kids can have wonderful memories that remind them of fall and family.

What things do you remember doing in fall with your family as a child?  

All of these fall bucket list ideas are kid and family-friendly. 

I hope these fall bucket list ideas will create lasting memories and joy for you this season!

Here is a list of easy and do-able fall activities you can start today to add to your bucket list!

• Go on a walk or to the park and collect leaves, acorns, pinecones, and other nature pieces

We go on walks rain or shine in the fall – since in the Pacific Northwest you just never know what the weather will be for the season.  Use the leaves or acorns you collected for decor or make an acorn sensory bin for little kids!

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• Bake a pumpkin pie or apple pie

A great activity for kids and toddlers to help with!  Don’t forget the whip cream – my kids’ favorite for pie! 

• Make fall and Halloween crafts

There are tons of ideas on Pinterest for every age and preference!  Find what suits you!

• Go to a Pumpkin Patch for a fun autumn bucket list idea

I prefer to go to pumpkin patches in rainy and cooler weather because it’s less crowded – or go earlier in the day (or weekday) and it’s usually less crowded. 

I felt a little safer taking my toddlers to a pumpkin patch during Covid since it was outside and we went first thing when it opened – we literally had the pumpkin patch to ourselves! 

• Roast Pumpkin Seeds 

After carving your pumpkin, save the seeds to roast and eat an easy fall bucket list idea!

To roast pumpkin seeds rinse the seeds well, dry, and spread on a cookie sheet. Sprinkle with salt and a little bit of oil (I use avocado oil or melted butter) and bake in 350 degree F oven for 15-20 minutes or lightly browned. Pumpkin seeds are full of nutrients!

• Make pumpkin recipes 

There are so many pumpkin recipes out there on Pinterest and they look so good!   

I make these healthy pumpkin chocolate chip muffins for my family and this pumpkin pie smoothie for my kids!

• Decorate your house with fall or Halloween decor 

The kids love this, too!  My kids like to decorate their rooms as well at the start of fall. 

The dollar store is a great place to get decorations, especially for kids.  Target dollar spot also has some great fall and Halloween decor!

• Go apple or peach picking

Fun for kids and adults!  Look up what local farms you have in your area.  

• Go on a hay bale ride

Some farms aren’t doing hayrides this autumn.  My toddlers were able to do this cow ride instead of a hayride at the farm – and they had just as much fun!

• Drink apple cider this fall

Or other fall drinks – hot chocolate or pumpkin drinks are good, too! 

• Carve pumpkins

So fun for kids and adults!  My twins also like to decorate their pumpkins with stickers – a good alternative for toddlers.  

Related:  No-carve toddler pumpkin ideas

• Play in the leaves

An easy and free fall family bucket list activity!

• Watch Halloween Movies at Home

Pop some popcorn and cozy up with a movie.  Some of our favorite fall movies are The Great Pumpkin (Charlie Brown), Scoob, Casper The Friendly Ghost, and Hotel Transylvania.  The toddlers love Coco Melon Halloween Songs.

• Make a Thankful Pumpkin

This is a tradition we started last year and I plan to continue it every year!  

I use chalk markers and have our whole family write down on a pumpkin we picked out about things they are thankful for.  It makes for a great homemade decor piece or center piece for Thanksgiving. 

• Have a candy hunt in your yard or inside your house

This is similar to an egg hunt except don’t hide the candy in eggs.  This is a great alternative if you won’t be trick-or-treating this year. 

If you go outside you can bring flashlights and hunt in the dark!

Did I miss anything on this family fall bucket list?  Please tell me so I can add to it!