October is by far one of the best months to plan a lot of fun, seasonal activities. From typical Fall things to spooky things to get us all in the Halloween mood, there are so many possibilities to get together with friends and make some memories!
Here are a few of my suggestions:
Go to an apple orchard or cider mill - Nothing says Fall better than taking an early morning trip to a local orchard/cider mill. There is just something about hot apple cider, warm cinnamon donuts, and a hayride that get me in the Fall mood.
And once the hayride is over, of course you have to buy at least 3 gallons of apple cider, a dozen of your favorite apples, and some more donuts before heading home.
Bake pies/other Fall treats - Now that you have tons of apples from your orchard visit, you might as well put them to good use and bake a pie, like these Glazed Apple Hand Pies. Or if apples aren't your thing, bake some other kind of seasonal treat and share it with loved ones!
Make a soup - Savory a little more up your alley? Try making a soup using seasonal ingredients, like an Autumn Wild Rice Soup!
Have a bonfire - As the weather gets colder, the nights become perfect for a nice bonfire in the evening. If you are able to safely (and legally) have bonfire, do it! Invite some friends over, have some mulled wine or cider, and roast some marshmallows.
Collect fallen leaves or nuts for easy DIY crafts - Looking for something to do with all of the beautiful leaves and nuts that you find everywhere? Here are a few craft ideas for the spoils of your next Fall nature walk
Carve pumpkins - Would it really be October if I didn't mention carving pumpkins? Whether you do this with friends, your partner, or by yourself, it is one of the most tried and true ways to get in to the mood of the season.
Watch scary movies - If you can handle it, watch some scary movies - preferably not alone. Classics like Nightmare on Elm Street or Scream are great ones to check out. If scary movies aren't really your thing, the cult-classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, is a seasonal favorite of mine, and despite the name, is not scary at all.
Visit a Halloween store - Halloween stores are a whole different level of fun. I always get excited when you are driving around and you see that empty store finally taken over by a Halloween store. Definitely go check it out! Even if you don't get something there, you will have a great time looking at all of the different costumes and decorations.
Be sure to let me know which ideas you try out this month! What things that aren't here are you doing this October? Leave a comment!
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