The NYC Family Fall Bucket List
Fall in New York City never lasts quite long enough, so make the most of every crisp, colorful day! From pumpkin picking and leaf peeping to cozy treats and Halloween fun, here are 20 things to do with the kids before winter arrives. 1. Go pumpkin picking Choose the perfect pumpkin and make a day of it with hayrides, farm animals and plenty of fall treats. 2. Pick your own apples Head out of the city for a classic fall day filled with orchards, cider and apple cider donuts. 3. See the fall colors in Central Park Take a walk, bring a picnic or simply wander beneath the changing leaves. 4. Visit a fall festival Look out for family festivals, harvest celebrations and seasonal fairs popping up across the city. 5. Carve a pumpkin Let the kids design their own spooky, silly or seriously impressive creation. 6. Eat an apple cider donut Possibly one of the best reasons for fall to exist. 7. Take a family leaf-peeping walk Prospect Park, Fort Tryon Park, Van Cortlandt Park and the New York Botanical Garden are all beautiful at this time of year. 8. Explore a corn maze Turn a farm day into an adventure and see who can find the way out first. 9. Go on a fall ferry ride Wrap up warm and enjoy the city skyline from the water. 10. Find the best Halloween decorations Some NYC neighborhoods go all out — make an evening of spotting your favorites.
11. Dress up for Halloween Whether it’s spooky, silly or completely homemade, let everyone get involved. 12. Join a Halloween parade NYC has plenty of family-friendly parades and celebrations throughout October. 13. Have a cozy hot chocolate stop Perfect after a chilly afternoon exploring the city. 14. Visit a museum on a rainy fall day Save one of NYC’s brilliant museums for when the weather turns. 15. Collect colorful fall leaves Turn them into crafts, decorations or a little fall scrapbook at home. 16. Try a new class Fall is the perfect time for kids to discover a new hobby, sport or creative activity. 17. Have one last outdoor picnic Grab a blanket, some snacks and enjoy the Cruise through a park or along one of NYC’s waterfront paths while the weather is still mild. 19. Experience Thanksgiving in NYC From the famous parade to family activities across the city, it’s a magical time to be in New York. 20. Go ice skating Some of NYC’s rinks open well before winter officially begins — the perfect way to round off the season. How many can your family tick off this fall? parks before winter really sets in. 18. Take a family bike ride
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