10 Tips to Celebrate Fall Season in your RV
Fall is my personal favorite season and we are currently working on experiencing our longest fall yet! It started off September 9th in Fernie, BC and we are continuing to enjoy the fall colors as we venture south.
As the leaves change and the crisp air moves in, there's no better way to embrace the fall season than by making your RV feel cozy and festive. Preparing your RV for autumn and enjoying the season’s celebrations while traveling full-time with toddlers can be both practical and fun!
Here are ten creative and easy ways to enjoy the fall season as a full-time travel family!
Unveil Fall Decor
Decorating your RV for the season doesn't mean sacrificing precious camper storage space! Choose non-breakable items like fall-themed easily-compressed pillows, fabric garland, and stuffy pumpkins. This way, you can add a touch of autumn charm but they can still easily be placed in vacuum storage bags when out of season. 🤜
Here are a few items we selected from Hobby Lobby.
Craft a Fall RV Wonderland
Get your little ones involved in the decorating process by creating fun fall crafts! Gather supplies for simple projects like leaf art, handprint acorns, or painted pinecones. Display their masterpieces around the RV—it adds a warm, homemade touch and creates special memories. Plus, crafting with your toddlers keeps them entertained and engaged, which is always a win when you’re living the RV lifestyle.
Our fall crafting wall has gotten slightly out of control, but the kids are LOVING it, so I’m happy with it! We always plan an easy craft on travel days so we have LOTS of Hobby Lobby and Target options. I also use Pinterest to generate ideas and save pictures in my OneNote for super easy access. Don’t forget coloring - we have some fall coloring books too!
Here are a few of our favorites!
Stock Your Fall Bookshelf
Create a cozy reading nook where you and your toddlers can snuggle up with fall-themed books. Our kids have been particularly loving Pete the Cat: Trick or Pete, The Biggest Pumpkin Ever, and Little Blue Truck’s Halloween. Reading these stories together not only brings us lots of joy, but also encourages your kids to develop a love for books, which is perfect for some quiet moments on the road. Books are one thing we weren’t willing to sacrifice when packing to hit the road - we have several bookshelves full. 🤩
Simmer Up Seasonal Comfort Foods
Nothing says fall like the smell of chili simmering on the stove! This meal is easy to make in your RV kitchen. Pair your chili with Krusteaz cornbread, and you've got the ultimate comfort food combo ideal for those cool evenings after a day of adventure.
We also love a warm zucchini bread and have also been blown away by the prepared meals at Costco including the chicken pot pie, meatloaf and shepards pie.
Turn Your RV into a Fall Movie Den (a treat for Mom & Dad!)
Set up a series of movie nights with Harry Potter to celebrate the cozy vibes of fall. Dim the lights, bring out the blankets, and enjoy the world of Hogwarts with your husband! The series' autumnal scenery and Halloweeny elements, makes it a perfect fit for this time of year. We also watch Hocus Pocus every season. One day, we’ll introduce our kids, but they definitely aren’t ready for these yet.
Set the Mood with Soft Autumn Lighting
Create a warm and inviting atmosphere in your RV by using lowlights! Bright lights make me nutty! Try string lights, magnetic night lights or perhaps even scented candles. These lighting options add a soft glow that enhances the coziness of your space. Lowlights also help your little ones wind down in the evening, creating a soothing environment that’s perfect for bedtime.
Map Out the Perfect Trick-or-Treat Destination
One of the joys of full-time RV life is the ability to choose where you'll be for special occasions like Halloween! Seek out RV parks that offer safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating events. Some campgrounds even host Halloween activities and contests, making it a fun and engaging experience for your toddlers. We are really excited for our upcoming location and will report back! Planning your location around these events ensures that your kids won’t miss out on the traditional fall festivities, no matter where the road takes you.
Enjoy a Fall Treat!
For me, a pumpkin beer or a pumpkin spiced latte are just the ticket! Our kids love a good fall-themed cupcake (chocolate or vanilla with fall colored icing - they haven’t gotten excited about pumpkin flavored things yet🙈)!
Visit a Pumpkin Patch and/or Oktoberfest Event
Find a local pumpkin patch wherever you travel to make some wonderful fall family memories. Let your toddlers pick out their own pumpkins to paint and/or carve, take some festive photos, and enjoy the hayrides, cornpits, slides and toys that many patches offer. While you're at it, see if there’s a local Oktoberfest event happening nearby! Many Oktoberfest celebrations feature family-friendly activities like live music, games, and delicious fall treats. This combo of pumpkin picking and Oktoberfest fun is a great way to celebrate the season and support local businesses.
Carve Out Some Fun with Pumpkin Creations
Pumpkin carving is a must-do fall activity, and it can easily be done at your campground! Choose medium-sized pumpkins that fit your space and let your kids get creative with their designs. If your toddlers are too young to handle carving tools, they can still participate by decorating their pumpkins with paint, markers, or stickers. Display your finished creations around the outside of your RV to add a personal touch to your campsite!
Do you have suggestions for us to celebrate the fall season in our camper?! This is our first year - we’d love to hear YOUR tips!
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