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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