36 Can’t-Miss Fall Activities for Kids (2024)

Vibrant colors. The crunch of leaves. Crisp, sunny days.  

That can mean only one thing – Fall is here!   

The season of Autumn brings so many opportunities to make joyful, everlasting memories as a family. 

As a trampoline brand that cherishes the smiles of children at play, we’ve crafted our favorite fall activities for kids with an extra emphasis on the outdoors. 

36 Fun Fall Activities for Kids  

The following are fall-themed activities for kids (and families) to enjoy this Autumn.  

You’ll find tons of activities spanning arts & crafts, food, nature, sports, science and much more!  

1. Take A Nature Walk – Walking through the beautiful autumn colors is a great way to get outside and moving.  

2. Chalk Drawing – It’s not just for summer! Grab some chalk and let your imagination soar. Use your driveway, sidewalk or even your Springfree Trampoline mat for your personal canvas. 

Springfree Trampoline.

3. Plant Something And Watch It Grow - Okay, we know that doesn’t sound like a lot of fun, but it is! There are many plants, including herbs and vegetables that can be planted in autumn.

4. Pumpkin Picking – Pumpkin patches are a go-to fall destination. Pick the best pumpkins you can find as a family and have a pumpkin-carving contest when you get home!  

5. Jump On A  Springfree Trampoline – Yes! Even when the weather gets chilly, bouncing on a trampoline is a thrill. Just make sure your kids wear socks to keep those little feet warm. 

Springfree Trampoline. 

6. Create An Autumn Mask – Go hunting for leaves outside then pull out the art box and turn them into a beautiful mask.  

7. Have a Picnic – Head to a local park or even your backyard and enjoy a nice picnic. Bonus points for including fall-themed snacks like roasted pumpkin seeds or maple-glazed popcorn! 

8. Build Your Own Halloween Costume - Many classic costumes, from caped superheroes to tiara-sporting princesses to bedsheet ghosts, can be made with craft cloth, scissors, glue, paint, items from your dress-up closet and other household items. (You can even “costumize” your trampoline!) 

Springfree Trampoline.

9. Build a Mini-Golf Course – All you need are simple household items like cups, toys and cereal boxes to make your own mini-golf course. This works as the perfect outdoor or indoor fall activity for kids.  

10. Fall Coloring Pages – A timeless fall tradition for kids to get creative – great for elementary students. You can find fall-themed coloring pages online.  

11. Hunt for Buried Treasure – ‘X’ marks the spot! Bury a prize, create a map of your backyard and watch the fun. 

12. Jump in a Pile of Leaves – No explanation needed here! 

Springfree Trampoline.  

13. Movie Nights - This is a hit for all ages! All you need is a sheet, projector, computer and a movie – it’s easy! Watch on your Springfree Trampoline, here's how!   

14. Bike Ride – Autumn is the perfect time to go for a family bike ride. It’s not too hot, the air is crisp, and autumn foliage will brighten things up! 

15. Go Fishing - Fishing as a family is so much fun. The fish are active, the scenery is beautiful, and you don’t have to worry (too much) about sunburns. 

16. Apple Picking – Head to the nearest apple orchard when the weather is nice and pick apples to make into apple pie or apple cider – perfect for those cozy fall days. 

17. Collect and Preserve Leaves – Have your kids go outside and collect leaves in as many colors and shapes as possible. You can preserve the leaves by pressing them between wax paper with an iron or save them for making fall decorations.  

18. Fall-Themed Story Writing – Have your children write a poem or story about fall. Focus on themes like pumpkins, the leaves, weather, family, etc.  

19. Make Fall Decorations – Looking for fall craft activities for kids? Make spooky pipe-cleaner spiders and construction paper skeletons for Halloween or hand-traced turkeys for Thanksgiving! 

20. Play on a Swing Set – Swing sets are a fantastic fall outdoor activity for kids to get active while enjoying outside play. 

Photo courtesy of gobaplay (sister brand of Springfree Trampoline).   

21. Stargazing - Pick a night when the sky is clear and gaze at the stars. Look for seven dimmer stars that make up the shape of a small scoop—that’s the Little Dipper! 

22. Host Neighborhood Food Drive - Design posters as a family and go door to door to collect food donations. Afterward, bring your food donations to a local food bank to help them stock their shelves before the Thanksgiving rush.  

23. Build a Scarecrow – This is a great fall STEM activity for kids. Using straw, old clothes and sticks, have your kids build a scarecrow from scratch.  

24. Backyard Camping – Grab a tent, make smore’s and read campfire stories for an epic backyard camping adventure.  

25. Create a Fall-Themed Wreath – A great fall art activity for kids is to create a wreath out of fall decorations like little pumpkins and leaves.  

26. Watch the Clouds – This is an easy fall activity for kids. Grab a blanket and set it up in your backyard. Have your child look at the clouds and see if they notice any fun shapes in the clouds! 

27. Outdoor Climbing – Use a backyard climbing dome or climbing tower for your kids to develop strength and coordination while having fun.  

Photo courtesy of gobaplay. 

28. Fall Baking Contest – This is for kids and adults who love to cook. Bake your favorite fall desserts like pumpkin pie and compare to see who made the tastiest treat.  

29. Backyard Flag Football – Have a neighborhood full of kids who love sports? Host a friendly flag football game! 

30. Create Fall Musical Instruments – Collect materials like acorns, sticks, and leaves outdoors to create DIY instruments like maracas, drums, or wind chimes. 

31. Make a Pumpkin Volcano – For our science folks out there, gather up the necessary materials and create your own pumpkin volcano! 

32. Go on a Hayride – A classic autumn activity for kids that transcends generations! 

33. Backyard Pumpkin Bowling – This is an excellent fall game for kids to enjoy outdoors. Use small pumpkins as pins and a medium-sized pumpkin as the “bowling ball”.  

34. Play Fall-Themed Bingo – There are free printable versions of fall bingo for kids online.  

35. Make Candles with Fall Scents – Craft your own candles with your favorite fall scents, including cinnamon, nutmeg or pumpkin spice! 

36. Fall Scrapbook – To collect all the fun fall memories from the year, make a fall scrapbook with your family. Make this an annual tradition!  

What are your favorite fall activities for kids?  

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