Fall birthdays have a charm all their own. The crisp air, gorgeous leaves, and cozy atmosphere make any gathering feel extra special.
Whether you’re throwing a party for yourself or for someone you love, autumn sets the perfect scene. You get so many ways to make memories, both big and small.
Here are 20 fall birthday party ideas to help you capture the warmth and beauty of the season.
Try outdoor adventures like pumpkin picking and bonfires, or keep it simple with cozy indoor gatherings and crafts.
You’ll find something for every age, from backyard fun to themed celebrations that really lean into fall’s magic.
1. Pumpkin Patch Party with hayrides and pumpkin decorating
Turn your backyard into a mini pumpkin patch for a classic fall vibe. Scatter pumpkins everywhere and arrange hay bales for seating.
Set up a decorating station with paints, stickers, and plenty of glitter. Kids always go wild for painting pumpkins in bright, silly designs.
Plan a hayride around your yard or neighborhood. Decorate a wagon with fall touches and fill it with hay.
2. Cider Donut Cake centerpiece with spiked apple cider drinks
Bake a cake that tastes just like fresh apple cider donuts. Fill it with warm spices and apple flavor.
Serve hot cider spiked with rum or bourbon for the adults. It’s a must for chilly fall nights.
3. Bonfire Bash with marshmallows and cozy blankets
Gather friends around a crackling bonfire for a memorable celebration. Toss blankets over hay bales for comfy seating.
Pile up marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate for s’mores. Keep extra blankets handy so nobody gets cold.
4. Rustic Outdoor Party with burlap decorations and mason jars
Bring in rustic charm with burlap table runners on your outdoor tables. Use mason jars for drinks or as vases with autumn flowers.
Drop candles or fairy lights into the jars for a soft glow. The little details set the mood.
Recreate the rustic look above. Click here to check out burlap placemats.
5. Halloween Costume Birthday Bash
Mix Halloween fun with birthday energy. Ask everyone to show up in their favorite costumes.
String up spooky lights and scatter pumpkins everywhere. Run a costume contest with silly prizes to get everyone involved.
Set the scene for a Halloween birthday. Click here to see Halloween party supplies.
6. Cozy Indoor Gathering with warm blankets and spiced cider
Make your living room extra inviting with soft blankets and pillows. Set out a cider bar with cinnamon sticks and apple slices.
Your guests will settle in and soak up those cozy fall vibes. It’s a good call when the weather turns chilly.
7. Apple Picking and Pie Baking Party
Kick things off at a local apple orchard. Everyone gets to pick their own apples right from the tree.
Head home and bake pies together. Give each person a mini pie tin so they can make their own creation.
8. Campfire Storytelling with hot chocolate and s’mores
Gather around a fire pit for stories and laughter. Set up chairs and blankets in a big circle.
Pour hot chocolate into thermoses to keep it warm. Let the kids roast marshmallows and build their own gooey s’mores.
9. Autumn Leaves Scavenger Hunt
Send the kids on a leaf hunt adventure. Make a checklist with leaves in different colors—red, yellow, orange, brown.
Set up the hunt in your backyard or a nearby park. Whoever finds the most colors wins a small prize.
10. Thanksgiving Harvest Feast theme
Host a birthday feast inspired by Thanksgiving. Decorate long tables with pumpkins, colorful leaves, and candles.
Serve butternut squash soup, roasted veggies, and apple desserts. Ask guests to bring a dish for a potluck-style meal.
11. Woodland Fairy Tale Party with twinkle lights
Turn your space into a fairy tale forest with strings of twinkle lights. Wrap them around trees, fences, or doorways for a magical glow.
Scatter faux toadstools and preserved ferns on the tables. Add a little moss for that enchanted woodland look.
12. DIY Leaf Garland Crafting Station
Set up a crafting table for making leaf garlands. Lay out kraft paper, scissors, and twine.
Everyone can cut out leaves and string them together. It’s a simple activity, but people love taking their garlands home.
13. Sweater Weather Photo Booth with fall props
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Create a photo booth corner packed with fall props. Stack up pumpkins, leaves, and hay bales for the backdrop.
Toss in scarves, knit hats, and funny autumn signs. People can’t resist snapping photos in their favorite cozy sweaters.
14. Pumpkin Carving Contest
Hand out pumpkins and carving tools to everyone. Let people get creative with their designs.
Set up contest categories—funniest face, most creative, or even scariest. Prizes make it extra fun.
15. Caramel Apple Decorating Bar
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Set up a caramel apple bar for a sweet treat. Slice apples and offer warm caramel for dipping.
Put out toppings like chocolate chips, nuts, sprinkles, and crushed cookies. Let everyone build their own masterpiece.
16. Hot Toddy Cocktail Hour for adults
Invite your friends to a hot toddy hour. Set up a station with whiskey, honey, and hot water.
Add lemon slices and cinnamon sticks for a custom touch. This one’s a hit on chilly evenings.
17. Vintage Fall Tea Party with pumpkins and lace
Go vintage with lace tablecloths and tiny orange pumpkins as centerpieces. Arrange delicate teacups on tiered stands.
Slip lace doilies under each plate. Serve apple cider tea and mini pumpkin scones for a classy fall vibe.
Click here for a delicate tea set that completes the vintage vibe.
18. Harvest Table Setting with gourds and candles
Dress your birthday table with small gourds and pumpkins. Line them down the center for a festive look.
Tuck candles between the gourds for a cozy, flickering glow. Stick to fall colors for napkins and plates.
19. Nature Walk and Sketch Party
Take everyone on a nature walk with sketch pads and colored pencils in hand. Wander through a park or wooded trail, looking for inspiration.
Set up spots where kids (and adults, honestly) can sit and draw what catches their eye. It’s a laid-back way to connect with nature and get creative.
20. Fall Movie Marathon with Pumpkin Popcorn
Set up a cozy movie night with fall classics. I always reach for Harry Potter or Hocus Pocus when the leaves start changing.
Make pumpkin-spiced popcorn by tossing cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice onto a fresh batch. It’s a little messy, but the flavor just screams autumn.
Build a snack bar with themed treats and warm drinks. Guests can help themselves, and honestly, who doesn’t love a chill birthday spent with good movies and snacks?