Hey everyone and happy fall! As someone who loves this season, I want to share some fun things to do to get in the spirit!
- Wilson’s Apple Orchard: A fifteen-minute drive outside of Iowa City, this family-owned orchard has a cute farm store, bakery, apple and pumpkin picking. There is a restaurant with phenomenal brunch or dinner. I love going with my family when they come visit!
- Fall drinks at most coffee shops: We have a Starbucks of course, but many local coffee shops like Encounter have fall-themed chais and lattes; they are delicious!
- Take a walk or study outside: The leaves are changing color and the crisp fall air is here; a wonderful way to enjoy that is by simply being outside. Take some cute pictures too!
- CAB Haunted House: For Halloween folks, this is a fun event to get your haunts in. You can either be an actor or a visitor at this event run by the Campus Activities Board.
- Homecoming: Homecoming occurs every September to celebrate our Hawkeye alumni! There are tons of events going on throughout the week like a 5k, parade, football game, bingo, and a concert!
- Movies and candy: This is something to do with friends in your room! Filmscene in Iowa City has horror movie showing nights
- Rocky Horror Picture Show: The Englert Theater in Iowa City does a performance of Rocky Horror, feel free to join in the fun!
- Halloween parties: This is something to organize with friends and is so much fun! I love planning group costumes and having a fun night of games and candy.
These are just a few things to do. There are so many things happening in town and on campus, or you can come up with ideas yourself! But there is no shortage of fall-themed activities to get into the spirit.
-Solenn
