Fun Fall Activities for Families

It’s hard to believe that fall is here! As summer winds down, it’s important to think of activities your family can do when the cooler weather hits. Check out some of these fall activities for families you can do without breaking the bank.

I love the fall temperatures for having, even more, fun as a family. Since it isn’t too hot or too cold outside, that means we can get out together for fun things like hiking and outdoor events. This list of fun fall activities for families will have you and your family loving this season even more!

Fall Fun Fair
Can you imagine putting a frugal fall fun fair together for your family? You can create fun games for the whole family to enjoy and also cook up a bunch of your favorite fall foods. Apple bobbing and hay rides aren’t just for local apple orchards you know.

Take a Fall Hike
Some of the most beautiful leaves fall during the autumn weather! Taking a hike with your family is one way to not only enjoy the weather but also see what leaves fall on the ground. Feel free to collect whatever leaves interest you the most.

Decorate the House
One of the best activities for a family to do together for fall is house decorating. Fall offers some of the best decorations out there. Find various parts of the house that you’d like to decorate and then execute the plan, but involve your family.

Get Lost in a Corn Maze
If you live in the right part of the country, why not check out a corn maze? These mazes aren’t for everyone, but they do make for a family fun activity. Getting lost in a corn maze once a year isn’t so bad, right?

Tailgate with friends
Football season is the perfect time to fire up the grill and tailgate with your friends. Grab some hot dogs, burgers, chips, dips, and your favorite drinks to head out and fire up the tailgate grill at the local college football games. There are even fun portable grills you can keep in your trunk to make this easier!

Check out our free printable tailgate checklist!

Jump in a Pile of Leaves
Raking leaves is a must do for most families in the fall, but at least make it fun. Jump in a pile of leaves and discover your inner childhood again. Plus, after you’re done jumping in the leaves, they are much smaller and easier to pick up, right?

Visit a Local Farm
Fall is an exciting time for most local farms and the perfect time to visit. If you’re interested in seeing what goes on during the fall months during the farm, call a local one up and visit! This is one fun fall activity you won’t regret.

Share your fall activities for kids that you like to enjoy in the comments!