Cooler weather, crunchy leaves, pumpkin everything, camping trips, and family get togethers are just around the corner, and if you’re as tired of the summer heat as I am, you may already be planning your celebrations. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate the new season, look no further than these autumn activities for families.
- Sock pumpkin craft – This no-sew project is a fun fall decoration you can make with your kids.
- Go apple picking – This is a great outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy, and the fun doesn’t stop there! You can spend time in the kitchen together afterwards baking all sorts of yummy apple treats.
- Yarn wrapped pumpkins – You don’t need to be a crafting expert to do these. Older children may enjoy making these for friends and family too!
- Mason jar pumpkins – This DIY decoration is a great way to light up any room this fall.
- Beeswax dipped leaves – Go for a fall hike or nature walk and have everyone collect an array of leaves in different colors and patterns. When you get home, dip the leaves in beeswax to preserve them and create a nature garland to decorate your home.
- Beaded pumpkin craft – This cute little fall decoration is a great way to work on fine motor skills with kids, and only requires a couple of materials, which you probably already have lying around.
- Have a bonfire – Everyone loves warming up by a fire on a crisp autumn evening. Grab some s’mores ingredients and gather ’round a fire for stories and laughter.
- Visit a pumpkin patch – Find a pumpkin patch near you and get ready for a good dose of fall fun. Often they will have apple cider, corn maze, and other activities available as well. Have a friendly family pumpkin carving contest afterwards!
- Terra cotta pot pumpkin craft – This craft makes for a great indoor or outdoor fall decoration. How cute would these be amongst some fall mums?
- Fall sensory bin – Use dried corn kernels or popcorn kernels to create a simple fall sensory bin. You can add acorns, leaves, pinecones, and whatever else you can easily access, throw in some scoops and cups of various sizes. Voila!
