15 Fun Fall Activities For Kids That Moms Secretly Love

Being a mom is the perfect excuse to do a ton of fun fall activities! And head to LOFT for the perfect sweater to wear on that hayride you — uh, the kids — have been looking forward to!

1. Entering a jack-o'-lantern carving competition:

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Why moms love it: This is the perfect time to show off your creativity — and you've been looking forward to kicking your mom friends' butts in the contest all year.

2. Apple-picking:

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Why moms love it: Apple-picking is the PERFECT excuse to get two of Mom's favorite things: a new phone background and the ingredients for pies.

3. Creating a DIY haunted house at home:

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Why moms love it: The planning, the shopping, the decorating? (Not to mention the chance to scare the kids...just a little.) Right up Mom's alley!

4. Baking pumpkin-flavored desserts:

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Why moms love it: Yum! You literally cannot get enough pumpkin spice this time of year. So make some cookies and pretend they're for the kids.

5. Road trips to see the leaves:

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Why moms love it: You can tell the kids it's "educational," but you know you're just in it for the views. (And why not? Leaf-peeping season comes but once a year!)

6. Rewatching old Halloween specials:

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Why moms love it: Having an excuse to watch old cartoons is hands down one of the best parenting perks! Indulge without guilt.

7. Corn mazes:

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Why moms love it: Let’s face it — corn mazes are totally built for adults! (And we know you've secretly been waiting for this challenge all year long.)

8. Eating candy apples:

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Why moms love it: There's nothing like a treat that you can tell yourself is "healthy". And they're super fun to make and decorate.

9. Decorating with gourds and scarecrows:

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Why moms love it: Decorating your front porch is SO for the moms. Add some string lights and go nuts!

10. Raking leaves just to jump in them:

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Why moms love it: We're pretty sure this is just a way to get your kids to help with the yard work, and we're fine with that.

11. Warm apple cider:

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Why moms love it: Your kids love it, but you love it even more because it’s pretty tasty with a pour of bourbon. Cheers!

12. Homemade Halloween costumes:

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Why moms love it: This is yet another excuse for moms to get crafty. And the kids will be happy with whatever you come up with as long as they get their favorite candies.

13. Fall picnics:

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Why moms love it: For moms, fall picnics are all about the photos (yaaass!). Just don't forget the snacks too.

14. Camping:

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Why moms love it: Warm days and cold nights make fall the best time of year for a little family getaway — even if it's in your own backyard. (And also: s'mores!)

15. Fall crafts:

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Why moms love it: Even if your kids aren't into arts and crafts, it's totally acceptable for you to get crafty on your own. Just don't forget the chalkboard paint and pinecones!

If anyone loves fall, it's Busy Philips! Watch the video to see how she does fall. And get more Busy at LOFT.

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