Fall Bucket List for Kids: 35 Top Things To Do in NYC this Fall

Candy, critters, and plenty of sweet treats await when Boo at the Zoo takes over the Bronx Zoo this fall. Photo by Julie Larsen Maher

With Labor Day behind us, we're focused on finding the best fall activities in NYC for families because it's official: The seasons are shifting. So, instead of lamenting the summer that was, we're looking forward to all the fall activities that await.

With that in mind, here's our season-long look at the best things to do this fall in NYC. After all, we've got assorted school holidays, plus a few long weekends to fill before the weather really changes. Without further ado, here is our fall bucket list, chock full of 35 things to do in NYC with kids.

Now that we've got you dreaming of fall, find our top picks for family-friendly fall day trips and more seasonal fun in our Guide to Fall Fun in NYC.

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 40 Top Things To Do in Atlanta This Fall

Celebrate fall by touring the Atlanta Botanical Garden for its Scarecrows in the Garden fall event. Photo courtesy of the garden

Fall in Atlanta is pretty much the peak of our seasonal activities—there are just so many things to do in Atlanta this fall with kids. We've got leaves changing colors, amazing weather (not too cold, not too hot), and lots of fall festivals. Atlanta families are also abuzz about football season, apple picking, Halloween, and all the opportunities to get outdoors without breaking a sweat. In fact, there are so many fun fall things to do in Atlanta with families that we decided to narrow it down with a list of merely 40 ideas.

Forty ideas aren't enough for you? We've got more where that came from in our Fall Fun Guide for Atlanta Kids!

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 25 Top Things To Do Near DC This Fall

It's not fall without a visit to the pumpkin patch. Photo courtesy of Great Country Farms

Fall is just around the corner in DC, and that means gorgeous weather, no stifling humidity or bugs, and beautiful fall foliage. It's the perfect time to enjoy all of the wonderful outdoor things to do in DC this fall that are on our fall bucket list for kids, like pumpkin picking, petting zoos, and tons of family-friendly fall festivals. There are also Halloween events galore, amazing exhibits and shows to see, and exciting fall train rides.

Read on for our list of 30 things to do in DC this fall and its surrounding areas with kids. The list includes fall activities in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the city itself for families and kids of all ages. For even more ideas for autumn activities, check out our Fall Fun Guide for Washington, DC Families.

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 35 Top Things To Do in Orlando This Fall

Brick-or-Treat will bewitch kiddos at Legoland Florida! Photo by Charlotte Blanton

Though it may not quite feel like fall (thanks continuous heatwaves), it's that time of year to celebrate pumpkin spice lattes (preferably the iced variety here in Florida)! There are lots of things to do in Orlando in the fall because the temperatures ease up, and the holidays increase the amount and cool factor of fall events. Of course this city throws epic fall festivals because Orlando knows how to party for every season of the year!

We've rounded up our favorite things to do in the fall in Orlando, perfect for families of all shapes and sizes. Find Central Florida Fall Festivals and more Orlando fall activities in our Orlando Fall Guide.

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 55 Awesome Things To Do in Philly This Fall

The quaint, fairy tale-themed amusement park, Dutch Wonderland, in Pennsylvania's Dutch Country caters toward the small but fearless. Photo courtesy of Dutch Wonderland

Fall foliage, cooler temperatures, and doorways decorated in cornstalks and gourds create a welcome change from summer throughout Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. As autumn settles into the region, Philly families anticipate traditions they know and love, including day trips to nearby corn mazes and hayrides, apple picking or pumpkin picking, and plenty more.

This year, we've rounded up the classics and thrown in some fresh ideas, too. Don't forget to review our comprehensive Fall Activity Guide for Philadelphia Kids and create a customized bucket list of fun for your family. For even more inspiration, browse our ultimate Philly bucket list, 100 Things To Do in Philly with Kids Before They Grow Up.

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 35 Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Fall

Visit the rescue animals at Kfar Saba Urban Farm. Photo by Limor Ness

Here's the fall bucket list for kids, jam-packed with fun things to do in Los Angeles this fall!

It’s easy to buy into the notion that Los Angeles doesn’t have seasons. LA’s pendulum only swings from summer heat to a more temperate 70ish as fall falls. But that doesn’t mean Angelenos don’t look forward to fall activities and autumn adventures!

Fall means we can start to do the things that it was too hot for in the summer (like hiking, camping, and taking trips to the desert) while still hitting the beach. We can even get our fill of fall fun like fall festivals in Los Angeles, apple picking near LA, pumpkin patches in Los Angeles, and leaf peeping near LA.

Without further ado, here are fabulous fall activities near Los Angeles. For more seasonal fun, be sure to bookmark our Fall Fun Guide for Los Angeles and OC Kids

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 20 Top Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Run wild in the forest obstacle course at Greenburgh Nature Center this fall. Photo courtesy of the center

It's hard to pull together a fall bucket list because we love all fall activities: the leaf-peeping, the pumpkin picking, and the fun to be had around Halloween. Sleepy Hollow is the center of the Halloween universe, after all, and Westchester and the Hudson Valley abound with fall activities. 

Here, we’ve rounded up 20 of our favorite fall activities near Westchester that are sure to please everyone from little ones to teens. Many of them are even FREE.

If this fall bucket list isn't enough entertainment for your family, be sure to bookmark our list of family-friendly fall festivals near Westchester and the Hudson Valley and our seasonal Guide to Fall Fun for more great things to do.

Best Gymnastics Classes in NYC for Kids

Chelsea Piers offers gymnastics classes for kids from toddlers to teens.

Gymnastics classes for kids provide a great introduction to physical fitness. Often called the "mother of all sports" for its conditioning qualities and focus on strength, balance, and flexibility, gymnastics gives kids an early athletic foundation.

Read on for 15 gymnastics classes in NYC for kids—whether you just want somewhere for little ones to get their wiggles out, or they're eyeing a future Olympic appearance. Take note: Fall is the prime time for registration. For more great classes for kids, including everything from tennis classes to karate classes and more, check out our NYC Classes for Kids Guide and Classes Directory.

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