Our Ultimate Fall Bucket List: Autumn Fun in Jax

Hocus Pocus, anyone? From classics like Casper and The Nightmare Before Christmas to Monster House and Hotel Translyvania, this healthy-ish snack will give you all the fall feels.

Check with your neighborhood schools and churches, or consider donating to one of our favorite causes — Feeding Northeast Florida.

We have to work a bit harder to make it feel like autumn in Jacksonville, but we’re up for the challenge. Show us how you bring the season alive by tagging #jaxmomfallphotos on Instagram.

Bonus points for making a fun scavenger hunt to keep your little ones engaged with nature. Jacksonville has options for all ages and skill levels.

When life doesn’t hand you apple orchards, buy apples and spend the day making apple cider martinis, margarita, spritzes! Looking for inspiration? Check out the recepe linked below.

Even if you can’t make it to the stadium this season, you can still make the most of everyone’s favorite season — football! Hit up Wicked Barley for the best tailgate grub and growlers of locally brewed beer.

Photo courtesy of Corinna Hoffman Photography.

There are a million reasons to vote this year, but the most important ones are why we’re all reading this right now — our kids. Visit the link below for all the info you need to vote in Duval County. Or St. Johns County voter resources here.

Random acts of kindness go a long way these days, and this may be as close to trick-or-treating as some may get! Check out our tips on how to make your neighbors day with fall treats.

Nothing feels better than a freshly organized closet or playroom. (Right?) So take an afternoon to collect outgrown clothes and outloved toys to donate locally or share with your fellow mama friends.

We love this suggestion from our very own Dominique. Setting aside a small portion of each day to take inventory of things that bring you joy can improve your life tremendously. Plus, it’s a great habit to instill in your kiddos.

 Photo courtesy of @thatdopemom.

Break out your basic uniform and conduct your hunt for the perfect PSL in Jacksonville. Check out a few of our favorites in the link below. And be sure to post your PSL adventure to Instagram and tag #jaxmomfallphotos. 

From delivery workers and mail carriers (the real MVPs) to your teachers and civil servants — something simple, like a free coffee or apple cider donut can turn a bad day around!

Jacksonville has no shortage of amazing small businesses. You can cross everything off of your holiday list while supporting your neighbors. And major bonus — many of them offer online ordering, in case your main shopping happens at 3 a.m. (lookin’ at you, new mamas).

Photo courtesy of @FigandWillowBoutique.