Just because the summer is over doesn’t mean the fun must end! There a number of activities in and around Boston that only come during the fall season. If you’re seeking new and exciting things to do, take advantage of one of the suggestions below.

Hiking

There are numerous wonderful hikes just outside of Boston, and many of them are perfect for the fall months. For those who have children or a dog, Noanet Woodlands is a great place for a quick hike or an all-day excursion. From Noanet Peak you’ll have a view of the city after passing quaint ponds and streams. If you hike there Monday through Saturday, be sure to wear bright, non-earthy colors as bow hunting is allowed on these days. And while Sundays are hunt-free days, you should still wear bright colors to be safe.

If you’re all about the view, Mount Watatic is about an hour from Boston and offers a few routes that will appease a modest hiker or those who want a workout. At the top you’ll be treated to a panoramic view, not to mention the unique double summit.

Hunting

There’s not much hunting on the eastern seaboard near the city, however, slightly inland you’ll find the likes of Ashburnham State Forest, Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park. Bow hunting starts mid October and ends the weekend after Thanksgiving, shotgun season starts just after Thanksgiving and continues through the third Saturday in September and muzzle loaders are only open for the last week of December. Make sure you have all your permits for fire arms and hunting, and equip yourself with essential hunting and outdoor gear, as well. While you can hunt all season long, autumn provides hunters more of a challenge as the bow is the only weapon legal to use in the fall.

Festive Activities

The fall is harvest season, so what better time is there to visit a food festival. Let’s Talk About Food is held on October 1, and offers cooking demonstrations on the famous rented in Dallas LED screen, along with garden workshops, local chefs and much more. You can find all of this in downtown Boston at Copley Square.

If there is one thing Boston is known for besides great sports teams, it’s beer. The Boston area has several beer festivals like the Harpoon Brewery Oktoberfest; Oktoberfest in Marshfield, which focuses on German beers; and the Cape Cod Brew Fest, which features 75 breweries and over 250 beers.

For Art Lovers

If you’re a patron of the arts, then you won’t want to miss Boston’s ArtWeek, which starts September 31 and runs through October 9. This multi-media event offers over 100 creative spaces, both interactive and cerebral. The award-winning festival offers behind-the-scenes access to the creative process and supports Boston’s art community. While there is a cover, children enter free and you’ll find many activities that engage children in unique ways.

Labor Day Events

September is the month when baseball teams show what they’re really made of. Find affordable tickets on Stubhub, where you’ll hardly ever pay full price. If you’re not a sports fan, catch the fireworks over the harbor on September 3 or spend the first Friday at the Museum of Fine Arts for signature cocktails, tapas, music and art. Advanced tickets are recommended, as the event often sells out, but members of the museum get in free.