With a fall breeze sending a chill through the air, it’s time to get into the fall spirit! There are so many options within this cozy season! Here are some fun and easy activities to do with friends or family this fall!
Go Apple Picking
One easy idea is to pick fresh fruits to make yummy desserts or to enjoy on their own! It’s a joyful and delicious activity to do with a companion that allows you to spend quality time with your loved ones. It’s the perfect way to take advantage of the outdoors before the weather gets too chilly. You can connect with nature while enjoying the fresh air and beautiful scenery! Demarest Farms in Hillsdale, NJ, offers a great apple picking orchard and other fall activities such as a petting zoo, farmers market, and seasonal movie nights or light shows.
Visit A Pumpkin Patch
Fall isn’t complete without going to a pumpkin patch! Whether you’re just there for the autumn vibes, or to pick the perfect jack o’lantern, it’s a fun time all around! A pumpkin patch is where the spirit of fall comes alive. Most places with pumpkin patches also have additional activities to offer. You can have so much fun wandering around and finding the biggest, wackiest, or most aesthetically pleasing looking pumpkin to take home. It’s the perfect family activity that also comes along with picture opportunities and a sensory experience. It is assured that after a day out in the pumpkin patch, you will leave with a collection of not just pumpkins, but also joyful memories.
Hop On A Scenic Or Haunted Hay Ride
A perfect idea is to take a scenic drive through all of the beautiful fall foliage in New Jersey. Right now is the perfect time to relax and enjoy the weather, while the leaves are beautifully dashed with red and orange! Whether you get tickets for a haunted hay ride, or even a picturesque one, you can have so much fun. Stop by Secor Farms or the Pantophobia Haunted Attraction, both in Mahwah, or Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff for the perfect experience.
Enjoy Fall Treats From A Farmer’s Market
Visiting a farmer’s market to find fresh produce and treats is the perfect fall activity! Browse the market and find something new you may have never tried before! Most farm stands sell delectable fall treats like cider donuts, pumpkin pies, or fresh apple cider. You can also find seasonal fruits and vegetables, fall pantry staples, decor, and baked goods. There are even fresh jams from the local harvest. Delish! This season is the perfect time to buy all your favorite root vegetables, squash, and greens before the harvest changes again!
Host A Fall Movie Night
As Halloween gets closer, a great idea is to gather your friends together and binge spooky films! This blends comfort with eerie and seasonal fun! Set the scene by making themed snacks, setting up simple decor, adding ambiance lighting, providing festive treats, and choosing a list of the perfect and most iconic scary movies! If your goal is to have a casual family-friendly night, you can watch classics like Hocus Pocus, The Addams Family, or Beetlejuice. However, if you desire more of a scare, watch Bride of Frankenstein, The Shining, or even the Scream movies. Either way, bringing your favorite people together while relaxing with a good movie creates the ideal plan for a cozy fall night!
This autumn, there are so many cozy and seasonal fall activities to pick from. As long as you are joined by family and friends, you will have a blast in anything you undertake! Enjoy Autumn and everything that comes with it!
