A November bucket list will put you in the mood to embrace the beauty of autumn, and experience all the seasonal activities that come along with it.
Leaves brush the clouds with different strokes of yellow, red, orange, and brown. The temperatures cool down, forcing families and friends to gather indoors.
School events, sports games, and opportunities to give back jam-pack weekly schedules.
The month of November also signifies transition.
We move from Fall to Winter and it’s the official introduction to the holiday season.
The last month to play catch up on your goals before the year comes to a close.
With Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving on the horizon, there’s no excuse for boredom.
So, what will you be adding to your November bucket list?
If you have no clue what to add to your November to do list, you’re in the right place!
What is a November bucket list?
A November bucket list is a carefully curated selection of activities, goals, and experiences that you plan to achieve or indulge in during the month of November.
Many people use a fall bucket list to stay organized, all while infusing the season with purpose, excitement, and personal achievement.
November is typically a busy month, jam-packed with seasonal and holiday themed activities and events that you take part in at work, at school, or around your community.
November is the month of Friday Night Lights (college football woo-hoo!), fall festivals, outdoor adventures, hearty foods, and engaging activities that foster gratitude and self-improvement.
A November to do list serves as your monthly itinerary, and also a daily reminder to be present.
Create memories, laugh like there’s no tomorrow, embrace contentment, and indulge in all the cozy experiences that November brings.
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What people usually do in November?
The code word for Fall is two words: pumpkin spice.
As soon as the season begins, pumpkin gets added to every single thing. Scents. Sweet treats. Drinks. Candles. Lattes!
People wait in lines wrapped around the corner for the exclusive pumpkin spice latte released on the Starbucks menu every single year.
Just like Starbucks has a signature coffee, you, too, should have a signature activity, drink, or event you attend to kick off the beginning of November.
What’s your go-to for November things to do?
Start with the city or town you live in. There are plenty of social media pages that are dedicated to promoting fall-themed events around your way.
I love researching various farmer’s markets, pumpkin patches, and apple orchards to visit. If they offer all three, I’m there!
You can attend these events alone, with family, or a group of friends! My favorite events have cute photo ops, farm animals and hay rides.
Taffy apples and freshly baked donuts are just a few of the seasonal staples you’ll find there – and I never leave without them.
Homecoming games, band classics, or college football games are additional options if that’s of interest to you.
November is also the month of festivals. Whether you’re into music, books, beer, food, or films, there’s no shortage of festivals to choose from.
One of the best times to go hiking, bike riding in the mountains, or glamping before snow hits the ground is November.
The weather is still comfortable and the breath-taking autumn scenery is to die for.
I always take walks up to the park, and feel a sense of calm, taking pictures of nature as the season changes.
Kicking up the leaves at my feet and listening to the crunch underneath also makes me feel nostalgic.
Raking and rolling around in leaves was my favorite pastime growing up.
But now that I’m older, I spend more time indoors. Daylight savings time takes place in November, which means we lose hours for sleep and the days become shorter.
Thankfully, I’m a homebody at heart, so creating cozy spaces isn’t new for me. I go all out with my fall decor.
It starts at my front door; festive Thanksgiving reefs, welcome mats, and autumn table settings.
To say the least…when you walk into my house, you know what season it is.
Curate your space to reflect the season. Thanksgiving is a huge holiday, but you don’t have to wait until it rolls around.
Cook some new fall recipes to uplift your mood, calm your senses, and provide warmth to your body. Try your hand at some baked goods such as pies, old-fashioned cakes, and bread.
Spend a day in a reading corner near the window or a cozy spot in your bedroom.
Throw events like game night and movie night for a more intimate experience with family and friends.
What should I do for November?
Use the fall bucket list ideas below to create the perfect November to do list that will keep you grounded and well balanced mentally and physically.
- Try something new
- Dedicated one full day to self care (massage, spa visit, esthetician, get a new hairstyle – the works!)
- Take a social media break for the week (or limit usage throughout the day)
- Wake up and journal every morning
- Read a book instead of watching television before bed
- Listen to an educational podcast
- Declutter your home
- Attend a workshop, online class or seminar
- Write a gratitude list (what are you grateful for this month?)
- Prepare a new thanksgiving recipe
- Bake a fall-inspired dessert from scratch
- Perform at least one act of kindness (or follow a random act of kindness challenge)
- Volunteer at a soup kitchen
- Write a thank you note to the people you know
- Start a gratitude journal
- Reach out to a friend you haven’t connected with in a while
- Check in with an older family member
- Make a donation to Goodwill
- Opt to work in a coffee shop alone
- Buy yourself an autumn bouquet
- Put up Christmas decorations
- Pull out cozy throw blankets and fall bedding for your room
- Start building a capsule wardrobe
- Try a new hobby or skill development project
- Reflect and wrap up your goals for the year
- Complete a custom puzzle from your favorite photo
- Follow a consistent gym routine
- Put your summer clothes in storage
- Read self-help books for leisure
- Host a pajama themed Friendsgiving
- Take photos at a pumpkin patch or local pop-up event
- Support your local Farmer’s market
- Patronize a secondhand bookstore
- Take a yoga class on the weekend
- Paint or draw
- Take pictures of fall landscaping
- Pick a signature November fragrance or scent
- Get a head start on your Christmas wish list
- Curate a shower routine (sugar scrubs, bath oils, exfoliator)
- Have a fall picnic
- Visit the state fair
- Go through a corn maze
- Visit a winery or art gallery for a date night
- Go to a drive-in movie
- Try a new restaurant
- Watch a live jazz concert
- Go to a Speakeasy
- Take a salsa dancing class
- Deep clean your home
- Plan for the holidays (start your Christmas wishlist and early gift shopping)
Why November is so special for you?
November is my favorite month of the year. It’s a time to relax and whine down with family and friends. Work slows down and holiday festivities begin.
Sweater weather is where my fashion-sense flourishes.
Comfy UGG boots, leggings, wool coats, cozy turtle necks, wide-legged pants, leather goods and neutral colors are back in season.
Oh, and the opportunity to layer?! Say less, goal friends.
I love browsing LTK and fall-themed IG feeds for home decor and OOTD inspiration.
I’m always on Pinterest searching for different ways to decorate my home for the season.
I’m a fan of Friday Night football, so the playoffs are going on around this time, and I love hosting football game nights.
Nachos, hot wings, pizza, and handheld sandwiches are my go-to.
Speaking of an appetite, no other month has better food than November.
It’s the only month where you can pardon your diet and indulge in southern inspired dishes.
Macaroni and cheese, collards, ham, and turkey are must-haves that will certainly pack on the pounds.
But who’s counting calories when you’re enjoying a scrumptious feast on Thanksgiving? Not me.
November is the perfect time to show support for friends, family, and local communities by reaching back to help those in need.
I’m intentional about serving and dedicating my time to my church, homeless shelters, and food banks around the holidays.
It’s my personal way of showing gratitude and giving back to the less fortunate.
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Need more ideas for a traditional November bucket list? Look no further, we’ve got you covered.
- Campfire and s’more’s night
- Forest scavenger hunt
- Homemade pie-eating contest
- Bobbing for apples
- Leaf pile jumping
- Nature crafts
- Fall foliage drive
- Apple cider tasting
- DIY fall wreaths
- DIY scarecrow
- Outdoor picnic
- Family karaoke night
- Hayride at a local farm
- Family gratitude tree
- Storytelling and hot chocolate night by the fireplace
- Museum visit
- Day trip to a nearby town
- Fishing trip
- Bake fall-themed cookies
- Stargazing
Things to do in November with friends
- Farm-to-table dinner night
- Baking competition
- Create a DIY fall-themed photo booth
- Horseback riding
- Go to an escape room
- Recreate Starbucks drinks
- Outdoor yoga
- Attend a harvest festival
- Trivia night
- Fireside book club
- Visit a brewery
- Sip and paint event
- Food truck festival
- Camping
- Visit a sunflower farm
- Fall potluck recipe exchange
- Ice skating
- Mixology night
- Marshmallow roasting
- Soup swap party
Your November bucket list should be a a direct reflection of who you are or the person you want to become.
Family, friends, coworkers, and new connections within your community should be a part of your intentional plans for autumn.
If you want to ensure that you are including your bucket list items in your weekly schedule come fall, download the daily routine planner today!
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