14 Fall Date Ideas that You and Your Partner Will Love
1. Visit a Pumpkin Patch
Go to a pumpkin patch and work together to choose the best pumpkins. Pumpkin Patches can be so fun for a date night or the family.
2. Roast Pumpkin Seeds
My wife introduced me to roasted pumpkin seeds. It’s something I had never tried before her and honestly wasn’t interested…. at first. Now, it’s a Fall tradition in our home. Roasted pumpkin seeds are so fun and easy to make and a delicious snack. I highly recommend this for a date night.
3. Have a Picnic
Lay out your favorite foods, snacks, and beverages and enjoy your time together.
4. Go Apple Picking
Apple picking is popular for couples because it offers a mix of adventure, relaxation, and shared moments that make it a fantastic date idea for couples looking to have a fun and memorable time together.
5. Carving Pumpkins Together
Pumpkin carving is a way to show your creative side. You can create all types of designs, patterns and images. We also had a pumpkin carving contest and asked our Instagram followers to choose the winner. This can be modified to get your family and friends involved in the fun.
6. Visit a Haunted House
Visiting a haunted house is a fun date when you two are a thrill seeker and enjoy the spookier side of Fall. Haunted Houses are a fun date for you two to experience a SERIOUS adrenaline rush.
7. Fall Festival or Fair
I love living in North Carolina because the North Carolina State Fair… that’s why! Fall Festivals or Fairs are another favorite of ours as a couple. They are so fun! I remember winning my wife the tiniest stuffed frog almost a decade ago and seeing the joy on her face made my night. Festivals/Fairs are an energetic and engaging backdrop for a date, combining playful activities, tasty treats, and a festive atmosphere that leaves you with an enjoyable and memorable experience.
8. Couples Spa Day
Self care is necessary. So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or want a rejuvenating and intimate experience, a couples' spa date is a perfect fall date to create memorable and cherished time for you to connect and indulge in self-care together.
9. Fall Farmer’s Market
Fall is a season known for its abundance of harvest, and farmers' markets showcase a variety of seasonal produce like pumpkins, apples, squashes, and colorful foliage. Making a farmers' market date in the fall the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty and bounty of the season while spending quality time with your partner.
10. Have a Karaoke Night
Doing a karaoke night is a fun fall date idea that you should definitely try. You can either stay indoors for a cozy and intimate feel or go to a karaoke bar. Singing your favorite songs and watching each other perform can lead to lots of laughter and enjoyment, fostering a fun and lighthearted atmosphere.
11. Go On a Scenic Horse Drawn Carriage Ride
A horse-drawn carriage ride in the fall offers more than just a mode of transportation; it's a journey back in time, a nostalgic escape into a world of elegance and charm - if you’re in to that kind of stuff. From the elegance of the carriage to the charm of the surroundings, everything about a horse-drawn carriage ride spells romance.
12. Visit a Botanical Garden
What could be more romantic than an autumnal escape to a botanical garden? Visit your local Botanical Garden.
13. Take a Scenic Boat Ride
Away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, a boat ride creates a peaceful haven where you and your partner can escape. The rhythmic lapping of the water against the boat's hull becomes a soothing melody, setting the stage for meaningful conversations and romantic contemplation.
14. Fall Movie Date Night
While the movie itself might take center stage, it's only the beginning. The post-movie discussions—sharing thoughts, dissecting the plot, and even debating the ending— provide endless conversation material that keeps the interaction alive long after the credits roll. Here’s some of our IG followers Fall Favorite Movies:
Practical Magic
Autumn in New York
Dead Poets Society
Step Mom
When Harry Met Sally
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Hocus Pocus I & II
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Halloween Town