As the leaves turn different shades of red and the air becomes crisp, it’s clear that autumn has finally arrived. The colorful and cozy season is often cherished through fall traditions, whether enjoying pumpkin-flavored everything or getting lost in a corn maze. With the weather becoming colder, you may want to spend the season inside or take the time to enjoy the chilly temperatures while you still can. Before the leaves start dying and snow starts falling, here are 5 fun things you can do to celebrate fall.
- Corn mazes are a great way to maximize the autumn weather while having a good — although sometimes challenging — experience with family and friends. While you can find corn mazes across Illinois, the intricate mazes at County Line Orchard in Hobart, Indiana, are worth the short trek across the state line. After navigating your way through the maze, reward yourself with some tasty doughnuts and refreshing apple cider.
- Pumpkin carving is one of the most classic ways to welcome the new season. With just a spoon, knife and candle, you can transform an average pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern or carve out an original design.
- Watching scary movies can help you get into the Halloween spirit. If you’re willing to be frightened in theaters, “The Exorcist: Believer” and “Saw X” are sequels to classic horror movies releasing this month. Streaming services Disney+ and Hulu also brought the popular childrens’ series “Goosebumps” to the screen on Oct. 13.
- Baking fall treats is a great way to celebrate fall and express your creativity. From a classic pumpkin pie, to the popular Taylor Swift chai sugar cookies, there are endless ways you can create delicious masterpieces while simultaneously improving your baking skills.
- Trying pumpkin spice flavored drinks, like the pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks, is a popular tradition. The limited timeframe in which the flavor is offered makes you cherish the sweet and cinnamon-flavored drink of the season while it lasts.
