Not only does fall bring pleasantly cool weather and stunning scenery from the changing colours of the leaves, there are many opportunities to have fun during fall when you’re a university student. Make the most of fall this year by filling your free time with these fun activities.
1. Organize a Picnic
Spend time outdoors before the weather turns too cold by having a fall picnic. Ask all your friends to bring different things to eat to have a delicious platter.
2. Go for a Hike
Although you could just have a picnic in your local park, you’ll work up more of an appetite if you go hiking. Plus, the walk will warm you up if the weather is chilly. Head to your favourite spot or search for a new hiking trail in a nearby forest or nature reserve.
3. Take a Trip to a Pumpkin Patch
An essential fall activity is a trip to a pumpkin patch. Go with a few friends and pick out pumpkins to cook or carve into jack-o’-lanterns. Most pumpkin patches also have a number of other activities, such as crafts and hay rides.
4. Find Your Way Out of a Corn Maze
The largest farms may even have a corn maze. If you visit one with a complex design, be prepared to be lost for a while. You may like to go with several friends and split up into a couple groups to see who can make it out first.
5. Pick Apples
Another activity that may be available at a farm is apple picking. It’s a fun way to spend time outdoors — and you’ll be rewarded for your efforts with fruit you can use as snacks or bake into desserts like apple pie.
6. Host a Halloween Party
If none of your friends are throwing a Halloween party, host one yourself. Ask everyone to dress up (you may like to choose a theme), organize some games, and make sure you have plenty of fall-themed treats on offer.
7. Have a Scary Movie Night
If you’d prefer to have just a small group of friends over to your apartment, host a scary movie night. You’ll find plenty of classics streaming during this time of year.
8. Decorate Your Apartment
Decorating your apartment is ideal whether you’re hosting an event or you just want to get into the mood for fall. Find cheap Halloween and fall decor in discount stores or make your own.
9. Search for a Haunted House
One more essential Halloween activity is a visit to a haunted house. You should find there are at least a few in your town — a club at your university may even set up a haunted house on campus.
10. Make a Bonfire
Your campus may also organize a bonfire one evening. If not, search for a place to make one yourself. This is the perfect activity for a cold fall night — and it’s even better if you bring along some s’mores to roast.
Enjoy the fall to the max by moving into off-campus rooms for rent. Oshawa students can find a new home at 17Hundred. You’ll have a spacious suite where you can entertain guests or relax after your fall activities. Plus, we have several communal spaces, including a TV and games room, a fitness studio, and WiFi study spaces. Contact us to learn about our current promotions.