Fall is such a wonderful time of year and there are so many fun Fall Activities for Kids. We have 25 free or inexpensive fall activities to enjoy this season as a family.

Family at the pumpkin patch.

The leaves are turning beautiful colors, the air is crisp and it’s pumpkin everything! However, life can also be really busy and it’s easy to miss all the splendors of the season.

Let’s be intentional with our time and make some wonderful memories with these Fall Activities for Kids. You can also try Fall Crafts for Kids.

Why We Love These Activities

This list is not meant to be extravagant but to focus on the simple pleasures in life. From nature walks to jumping in leaves and exploring the pumpkin patch, these activities are free or inexpensive.

There is something for all ages and the entire family will have a blast.

Llama llama give thanks book.

1. Curl Up and Read a Fall Book

We have lots of favorite books, but Llama Llama Gives Thanks is always one at the top of the list. Don’t underestimate the fun of reading and quality time with your family.

2. Jump in Fall Leaves

Grab the kids and see who can make the biggest pile and then jump for a fun fall bucket list activity. This timeless activity never gets old.

Slice of pumpkin pie.

3. Bake Something Pumpkin

The kids will have a blast helping you bake an assortment of pumpkin bread, muffins, cookies and more! This activity doubles as a really tasty treat as well.

4.Fall Walk

Take a walk into the woods, in the park or just around your yard! This is a great time to talk and just hear about each other’s day. We love to do this activity all season long to enjoy the weather and family time.

Charlie Brown Movie.

5. Watch a Fall Movie

We love It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown but any Fall movie will do. Make some popcorn or treats and watch the movie as a family.

6. Apple Picking

Visit a nearby apple orchard and spend the day picking apples. Pack a picnic and make a day of it! This is a great fall activity that kids of all ages will enjoy.

7. Pumpkin Patch

This is an annual tradition that you can enjoy, and the kids will look forward to it each year.

8. Roast S’mores

Make a bonfire or use your fire pit to make s’mores. The entire family will enjoy standing around the fire roasting marshmallows. It is inexpensive and always so much fun.

9. Make a Grateful Tree or Pumpkin

Gather small branches and place in a vase. Make construction paper leaves and each day let the family write something they are thankful for on the leaves.

Another option is to write this on a pumpkin if you like art projects. Either option is so festive and a great activity while fostering gratitude before Thanksgiving.

10. Random Act of Kindness

Decide as a family something you can do together in the Fall to help someone else. Some ideas include raking leaves in someone’s yard, helping a neighbor carry in groceries or delivering baked goods to a friend.

Scavenger hunt printable.

11. Nature Scavenger Hunt

Explore the woods or neighborhood in this free Fall scavenger hunt. The prizes can be candy corn!

12. Corn Maze

Head to a local corn maze or farm for a fun outdoor adventure everyone will enjoy.

Boys in crayon costumes.

13. Trick or Treating

Take the kids trick or treating for a great time together and yummy candy. Make a fun homemade costume like a Crayon Costume (Cost only $5).

14. Roast Pumpkin Seeds

This simple activity is fun and a delicious way to use the seeds after carving pumpkins.

15. Baked Apples

After a day at the apple orchard, make baked apples for another fun and tasty activity.

16. Wrap That Mummy Game

Use toilet paper to transform each other into mummies.

Halloween slime in a pile.

17. Halloween Slime

Slime is one of our favorite sensory activities for toddlers, preschoolers and older children. This Halloween slime recipe is so festive.

18. Leaf Rubbings Art Activities

Collect fall foliage off of a pretty fall tree to make leaf rubbings. This fall art using crayons helps with fine motor skills.

19. Bubble Fun

Turn pipe cleaners into DIY bubble wands for so much fun in your own backyard.

20. Fall Festivals

Explore your local Fall Festivals, parades and other fun events.

Apple cider in a glass.

21. Apple Cider

Apple Cider is another fun use for apples after the orchard.

22. Make a Tent or Fort

Gather pillows and blankets to make a tent or fort to play in.

Child in spider costume.

23. Spider Costume

This inexpensive Spider Costume is so easy to make with items you already have.

24. Bikes

Enjoy the Fall weather and go on a bike ride together.

25. Campfire

Make a campfire and roast marshmallows or tell campfire stories.

More Fun Fall Activities

Let us know what your favorite fall activities for kids are. We have so many fun activities that we love to do. Leave a comment and share your ideas. It brightens my day to hear from you.

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