67 Fall Bucket List Ideas for Teens and Families (plus a FREE Printable Fall Bucket List!)

Hey there, awesome teens and cool parents!

Fall is knocking on our door, and you know what that means – it’s time to swap those flip-flops for fuzzy socks and trade in beach days for pumpkin-spiced everything. But before you go thinking fall is all about raking leaves and back-to-school blues, hold onto your flannel shirts, because I’ve got news for you!

We’re about to dive into the ultimate fall bucket list that’ll make you wish autumn lasted all year long. I’m talking 65 ideas so fun, so fabulous, and so fall-tastic that you’ll be racing to tick them off faster than you can say “apple cider donut.”

Whether you’re a teen looking to make this fall your best one yet, or a parent trying to keep up with your too-cool-for-school kiddo, this list has something for everyone. We’re talking cozy nights, spooky thrills, tasty treats, and memory-making moments that’ll have you falling head over heels for fall.

So, grab your favorite oversized sweater, curl up with a mug of hot cocoa, and let’s dive into this cornucopia of autumn awesomeness with our fall bucket list ideas for teens and families. 

Free Printable Fall Bucket List

Get your free printable with all 67 fall bucket list ideas for teens and families right here! We also included a blank bucket list, so you can customize your own fall bucket list with your favorite autumn activities.

Fun Fall Activities

From fall outings to arts and crafts to fall-themed food, we’ve got 67 fun fall bucket list ideas for teens and families to keep you busy the entire fall season!

1. Visit a Pumpkin Patch

Gather your friends and head to a local pumpkin patch for all the fun fall activities they offer. Pick a pumpkin to bring home. 

2. Go Apple Picking

Visit a local orchard and fill your baskets with crisp, juicy apples. Bonus points if you turn your harvest into a delicious homemade apple pie or cider!

3. Take a Fall Hike

Enjoy the outdoors and scenery this fall with a hike. Choose a hike that suits your fitness level and bring a friend or family member along. 

4. Decorate Your Room for Fall

Transform your space into an autumn wonderland with fairy lights, cozy blankets, and pumpkin-scented candles. It’s like a warm hug for your room!

5. Have a Pumpkin Carving Party

Invite friends over for a pumpkin carving extravaganza. Award prizes for the spookiest, funniest, and most creative designs. 

6. Try a New Fall-Themed Recipe

Whip up some pumpkin spice cookies, butternut squash soup, or caramel apples. Your taste buds will thank you for this delicious autumn adventure.

7. Go on a Fall Foliage Drive

Hop in the car and cruise through the countryside to admire the colorful changing leaves. Don’t forget to take plenty of Instagram-worthy pics!

8. Host a Halloween Movie Marathon

Line up classic spooky flicks like “Hocus Pocus” and “Ghostbusters.” Snuggle up with friends, popcorn, and candy for a frightfully fun night in.

9. Create Fall-Themed Art

Get crafty with autumn-inspired paintings, leaf rubbings, or pinecone decorations. Let your creativity flow!

10. Go Stargazing on a Clear Fall Night

Grab a cozy blanket and head outside to marvel at the stars. The crisp air makes for perfect stargazing conditions – you might even spot a shooting star!

11. Visit a Corn Maze

Get lost (in a fun way!) in a twisting, turning corn maze. Bring friends and see who can find their way out first – it’s a-maize-ing!

12. Try Fall Nail Art

Pull out that fall-colored nail polish and invite your friends over to do nails. Try these tutorials for easy and adorable fall nail designs!

13. Make Caramel Apples

Dip crisp apples in gooey caramel and roll them in your favorite toppings. It’s a sticky, sweet adventure your taste buds will love!

14. Go on a Nature Scavenger Hunt

Create a list of fall items to find – colorful leaves, acorns, pinecones. Hit the park or woods and see who can check off their list first!

15. Host a Chili Cook-Off

Invite friends to bring their best chili recipes. Vote on the tastiest, spiciest, and most creative. Don’t forget the cornbread!

16. Create a Thankful Tree

Cut leaf shapes from colored paper, write what you’re grateful for, and hang them on branches. Watch your gratitude grow all season!

17. Have a Backyard Camping Night

Set up tents, roast hot dogs, and tell not-too-scary stories under the stars. It’s all the fun of camping without leaving home!

18. Make Fall Wreaths

Create a fall wreath for your bedroom door. I love this simple, frugal wreath idea using a wire coat hanger and fabric scraps!

19. Go Thrift Shopping for Fall Finds

Hunt for cozy sweaters, unique Halloween costume pieces, or fall decor at local thrift stores. It’s like a treasure hunt with awesome prizes!

20. Build a Blanket Fort

Construct the coziest hideout ever using blankets, pillows, and furniture. Add some twinkle lights or battery lanterns. It’s the perfect spot for reading, watching movies, snacking, or chilling.

21. Do a Fall Themed Puzzle

Choose a Halloween or fall-themed puzzle. It’s a relaxing way to spend an autumn evening while you watch your favorite fall movie. 

22. Have a Pumpkin Spice Taste Test

Gather all the pumpkin spice-flavored treats you can find. Rate and review each one – who knew there were so many ways to spice things up?

23. Go on a Ghost Tour

Find a local haunted history tour in your area. Learn spooky stories about your town while getting some fresh fall air – if you dare!

24. Make a Fall-Themed Music Playlist

Curate the ultimate autumn soundtrack. Include cozy tunes, Halloween classics, and songs with “fall” or “autumn” in the title.

25. Have a Leaf-Raking Race

Turn yard work into a competition! Split into teams and see who can rake the biggest pile of leaves the fastest. Winner gets hot chocolate!

26. Create DIY Fall Candles

Melt wax, add autumn-inspired scents like cinnamon or apple, and pour into simple mason jars, as seen in this tutorial. These make great gifts for teachers, neighbors, etc. 

27. Go Geocaching

Download a geocaching app and hunt for hidden treasures in your area. It’s like a real-life treasure hunt with a techy twist!

28. Host a Backyard Bonfire

Grab the hotdogs, marshmallows, and all your friends. A backyard bonfire around the firepit is the perfect way to spend a chilly fall evening. 

29. Make Leaf Crowns

Channel your inner forest fairy by creating gorgeous crowns from fallen leaves. Who needs a tiara when you’ve got nature’s bling?

30. Host a Board Game Marathon

As the weather gets cooler, stay in and have an epic board game tournament. Crown the Board Game Champion of Fall!

31. Create a Fall Photo Scavenger Hunt

Make a list of fall-themed items to photograph – a red leaf, a pumpkin, someone in a scarf. Share your pics and see who captured fall’s essence best!

32. Have a Pie-Baking Contest

Gather friends for a delicious competition. Apple, pumpkin, pecan – may the best pie win! Don’t forget to sample every single one (it’s only fair).

33. Go on a Hayride

Find a local farm offering hayrides. Bump along on a tractor-pulled wagon, enjoying the crisp air and beautiful scenery. It’s the ultimate fall experience!

34. Make Autumn Leaf Suncatchers

With an embroidery hoop, colorful fall leaves, and some wax paper, you can create a beautiful autumn leaf suncatcher.  Hang your creation in a window to catch the golden fall sunlight.

35. Have a Cozy Book Club Meeting

Pick a spooky or autumn-themed book, grab some blankets and hot drinks, and discuss the story with friends. It’s the perfect way to spend a chilly afternoon!

36. Set Up a Warm Apple Cider Bar

Get some jugs of apple cider and some of your favorite add-ins and toppings like caramel sauce, cinnamon, red hots, whipped cream, and more. Invite your friends over to share!

37. Go Pumpkin Bowling

Set up toilet paper roll “pins” and use small pumpkins as bowling balls. It’s a hilariously gourd time for the whole family!

38. Have a Fall-Themed Photoshoot

Grab your friends, don your coziest fall outfits, and head to a scenic spot for an autumn photoshoot. Leaves make the best confetti!

39. Make Leaf Pressing Bookmarks

Collect pretty leaves, press them between heavy books, and turn them into unique bookmarks. They’re perfect for marking your place in that spooky fall read!

40. Host a Halloween Costume Swap

Invite friends to bring old costumes and swap them. It’s eco-friendly and wallet-friendly, and you might find the perfect outfit for this year’s festivities!

41. Create Spooky Shadow Puppets

Use a flashlight and your hands (or cut-out shapes) to create eerie shadows on the wall. Tell scary stories to go with your creations!

42. Go on a Fall Flavor Ice Cream Tour

Visit local ice cream shops and try their seasonal flavors. Pumpkin, apple pie, cinnamon – rate them all and crown your fall flavor champion!

43. Make a Thankful Jar

Decorate a jar and fill it with notes about what you’re grateful for. Read them on Thanksgiving for an extra dose of gratitude.

44. Have a Fall-Themed Movie Quote Challenge

Watch classic autumn and Halloween movies, then challenge friends to a quote-off. Whoever guesses the most movie quotes correctly wins!

45. Create Pinecone Bird Feeders

Coat pinecones in peanut butter and birdseed, then hang them outside. Watch as feathered friends flock to your fall feast!

46. Go on a Ghost Story Writing Spree

Gather friends for a spooky story-writing session. Start a story and pass it around, each person adding a section. The results are sure to be terrifyingly hilarious!

47. Make Leaf-Print Bags or T-Shirts

Use fabric paint to stamp fall leaves onto canvas bags or plain t-shirts. You’ll have a wearable masterpiece that captures the colors of the season!

48. Host a Harvest Moon Viewing Party

Check when the harvest moon will appear, then gather friends for a moonlit picnic. Don’t forget to make a wish on the big, beautiful moon!

49. Create a Fall Bucket List Time Capsule

Write down your fall memories and favorite moments from your bucket list adventures. Seal them in a container to open next autumn!

50. Have a Caramel Apple Decorating Party

Provide apples, caramel, and tons of toppings. See who can create the most outrageous (and delicious) caramel apple masterpiece!

51. Create a Festive Fall Tablescape

Gather pinecones, mini pumpkins, and fall leaves to design a beautiful autumn centerpiece. Your dinner table will look magazine-worthy!

52. Have a Pumpkin Seed Roasting Contest

Save those seeds from your carved pumpkins! Experiment with different seasonings and see who can create the tastiest roasted pumpkin seeds.

53. Go on a Fall Foliage Bike Ride

Pedal through your neighborhood or a nearby trail to enjoy the colorful leaves. Don’t forget to pack a thermos of warm apple cider for pit stops!

54. Host a Football Game Watch Party

Fall is for football and that includes all the snacks! Invite your friends over for the game and ask everyone to bring their favorite game day food.

55. Host a Flannel Friday Party

Invite friends over for a cozy gathering where flannel is the dress code. Award prizes for the most creative or comfiest outfits!

56. Create Fall-Scented Play Dough

Playdough isn’t just for kids. Mix up some homemade play dough with pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. It’s a fun craft that smells amazing – just don’t eat it!

57. Have a Fall-Themed Karaoke Night

Belt out autumn-inspired tunes like “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire or “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood. Don’t forget the apple cider mocktails!

58. Make Leaf Mandalas

Collect leaves of different shapes and colors, then arrange them in beautiful circular mandala patterns. It’s like nature’s own art therapy!

59. Go on a Fall Farmers Market Adventure

Visit your local farmers market and challenge yourself to make a meal using only seasonal fall produce. Bonus points for finding the weirdest-looking gourd!

60. Create Spooky Silhouette Jars

Grab some mason jars, Halloween-colored tissue paper, black construction paper, Mod Podge, and some glitter if you dare.  These creepy-cool decorations are perfect for Halloween!

61. Have a Fall-Themed Bake-Off

Challenge your friends to create the most delicious and creative fall-themed baked goods. Pumpkin rolls, apple turnovers, cinnamon cookies – let your imagination run wild!

62. Paint Pumpkins

Create aesthetically pleasing pumpkins with some acrylic paint pens and stencils. These beautifully patterned pumpkins will create some decor all fall. 

63. Go on a Fall Camping Trip

Pack up your coziest gear and head to a nearby campground. Enjoy crisp air, stunning foliage, and s’mores around the campfire.

64. Go Apple-Picking

If you’re lucky enough to have an apple orchard near you, see if they offer pick-your-own apples. It’s a fun way to enjoy the fresh flavors of fall!

65. Host a Truck or Treat Booth

Find a local trunk or treat and volunteer! Pick a theme, create props, and costumes, and enjoy passing out candy to all the little trick-or-treaters.  It’s one of my favorite fall activities!

66. Visit a Haunted House

If you enjoy being scared, you can’t forget this favorite fall activity. Haunted houses are a classic fall activity you have to try at least once.

67. Volunteer at a Fall Festival

Fall festivals are such a classic fall activity. Communities, churches, and schools often host these events and are looking for volunteers. It’s the perfect way for teens to enjoy the fall season while giving back to the community.

Wrapping Up: 67 Fall Bucket List Ideas for Teens and Families

Well, there you have it, folks – 65 fantabulous ways to fall head over heels for fall! Whether you’re a pumpkin spice enthusiast, a leaf-jumping champion, or just someone who loves to cozy up with a good book and a warm blanket, this list has something for everyone.

Remember, the real magic of fall isn’t just in the changing leaves or the taste of apple cider (though let’s be real, those are pretty awesome). It’s in the memories you make, the laughter you share, and the cozy moments you create with friends and family.

So, grab your plaid shirt, lace up those boots, and get ready to tackle this list like it’s the last pile of leaves on your lawn. Mix and match these ideas, put your own spin on them, or use them as inspiration to create your own fall traditions. There’s no wrong way to autumn – except maybe wearing flip-flops in November, but hey, you do you!

And parents, don’t think for a second that you’re too old for this list. Trust me, nothing will make you feel young again quite like face-planting into a pile of leaves or getting lost in a corn maze. Plus, your teens might actually think you’re cool for once (no promises, though).

As the days get shorter and the air gets crisper, remember that fall is just a season – but with this round up of fall bucket list ideas for teens and families, you can make it legendary. So go forth, be basic, be bold, and most importantly, have a blast!

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with a pumpkin spice latte and a leaf pile that’s just begging to be jumped in. Happy fall, y’all!