As we enter the cozy Autumn season, it is only right to get in the Fall spirit through some fun and wholesome activities! Here are some of the things on my Fall bucket list Harvard Edition:
1. Head of the Charles Regatta
Head to the Charles River to check out the biggest rowing competition in the world. You can watch teams from all over the world row at the event, and show your support for the Harvard rowers, of course. There will also be many booths set up where you can get free goodies, enjoy food by the river, and enjoy the livelihood of Memorial Drive.
2. Fall Foliage
Massachusetts is known as one of the places that has beautiful scenic areas to enjoy the fall foliage and admire the changing colors of the leaves. Here are some places close to campus to enjoy the fall foliage:
- Arnold Arboretum
- Boston Commons
- Beacon Hill
- Mt. Auburn Cemetery
- Charles River Esplanade
- Blue Hills Reservation
3. Apple Picking
You can never be too old to go apple picking with friends and family! Here is a list of some farms to eat and pick lots of apples, enjoy freshly made apple cider, and eat warm cider donuts:
- Russell Orchard
- Shelburne Farm
- Brooksby Farm
- Belkin Family Lookout Farm
- Boston Hill Farm
4. Pumpkin Picking
There are so many things you can do with a pumpkin including making pumpkin entrees, pumpkin desserts, and pumpkin painting. Here is a list of places you can go pumpkin picking:
- Hanson’s Farm
- Dowse Orchard
- Boston Hill Farm
- Tougas Family Farm
- Shelburne Farm
5. Movie Nights with Apple Cider and Pumpkin Seeds
Swap out your typical popcorn and soda for apple cider, pumpkin seeds, and other fall snacks as you watch a fall-themed movie with friends. Here is a list of some wholesome movies to get you in the fall spirit:
- It’s the Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
- Coraline
- Sweet Autumn
- Hocus Pocus
6. Bake!
What’s a better way to spend the night than eating fresh-baked goods on a chill Fall night? You can make pumpkin bread, cinnamon apple muffins, apple cider donuts, apple crisps, apple crumble, and more.
7. Make a Fall Bouquet
Take a short walk down to Brattle Street Florists and make a fall-themed bouquet with friends!
8. Cozy Reads
There are so many bookstores in Harvard including, the Harvard Coop, the Harvard Bookstore, and the Grolier Poetry Book Shop to buy a book and spend the night reading under a warm blanket.
I hope you take the time to enjoy the beautiful Fall season in the Greater Boston area. Happy Autumn!
