Ideas for Fall Activities While Social Distancing

Fall is upon us and while this year might look completely different, the change in seasons symbolizes something new. In most parts of US, we are still practicing social distancing as well as other rules and restrictions due to the pandemic. We’ve had to get creative this year since traveling abroad, previous plans and hosting extravagant parties are pretty much off the table. If you’re wondering what you’re going to do this Fall with friends and family, here are a few ideas to spark your interest:

Explore a National Park

Millions of people have taken to the great outdoors and US national parks this year. Whether driving cross country, boating, renting RVs, hiking, camping or even visiting luxury resorts – people have had the chance to slow down and appreciate their surroundings in nature. National parks have become a huge hit during the pandemic and Fall is a perfect time to visit. Check out this list of the best national parks in each state. Just don’t forget to pack all of the equipment you’ll need while you’re there, including gear for significant weather changes.

Take a Road Trip

Although more people are flying now than in the past six months, consider taking that road trip you’ve always wanted this Fall! It’s a great way to remain socially distanced, see things you haven’t seen before and if you’re in the southeast, you might even experience the leaves change as you drive north. You can either plan your road trip in advance or if you are on the adventure side, have a destination in mind and see where the road in between takes you. If this year has taught us anything, it’s how to be flexible and adapt to our situation. This can definitely come in handy on a road trip.

Socially Distanced Game Nights

Most people have been spending time with a small group of friends or family. If you’re looking for a unique way to spend time together this Fall, consider having socially distanced game nights on a regular basis. Move the game night outside if someone has a great patio or backyard – the weather will soon be perfect for it. If you’re not sure what games to play, check out this handy guide for all the tips on hosting a poker night. Sequence or Cards Against Humanity are also crowd pleasers. Rotate the games you play each week and it will make for a more challenging season.

Host a Pumpkin Carving Competition

The cooler weather symbolizes all the things that make Fall so great – pumpkins, football, soup, sweaters, fireplaces, friends and family and more. A great socially distanced activity for outside is pumpkin carving. Set up a few tables, buy the pumpkins and invite your neighborhood over for a pumpkin carving competition. Kids will thoroughly enjoy this activity and the opportunity to spend time with their neighbors. Just be sure to buy a few affordable prizes for the winners!

Fall 2020 will be different, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make it fun and enjoyable with a little creativity and planning. The most important thing to remember is to be grateful for another changing of seasons.