50 Fall Facts & Trivia Questions Every Autumn Lover Should Know

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Hannah Collins
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As the leaves turn golden, the air gets crisp, and pumpkin spice fills the air, it’s time to embrace the magic of fall! Whether you’re a fan of cozy sweaters, apple cider, or spooky Halloween nights, autumn has something for everyone. But how much do you really know about this enchanting season? Test your knowledge with these 50 fun and fascinating fall trivia questions—from history and holidays to seasonal treats and traditions. Challenge your friends, host a trivia night, or just enjoy learning something new while sipping on your favorite fall drink!

Let’s see if you’re truly a fall expert—how many can you get right?

General Fall Trivia

Which month marks the official start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere?

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September

What is another name for the fall season?

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Autumn

What natural phenomenon causes leaves to change color in the fall?

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Decreased daylight and cooler temperatures

What pigment is responsible for the red and orange colors in autumn leaves?

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Carotenoids

What is the most popular fall fruit, often associated with pies and cider?

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Apple

Which holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States?

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Thanksgiving

What is the name of the spice blend commonly used in fall treats like pumpkin pie?

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Pumpkin spice

Which bird is often associated with Thanksgiving?

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Turkey

Which ancient festival, celebrated around October 31st, is believed to be the origin of Halloween?

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Samhain

What is the official flower of November?

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Chrysanthemum

Fall Holidays and Celebrations Trivia

Which holiday is known for costumes, trick-or-treating, and haunted houses?

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Halloween

What do people traditionally carve into pumpkins for Halloween?

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Jack-o’-lanterns

What is the significance of Día de los Muertos, celebrated in early November?

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Honoring deceased loved ones

Which American football event is most commonly watched during Thanksgiving?

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NFL Thanksgiving games

What is Black Friday known for?

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Massive shopping discounts after Thanksgiving

Which country celebrates Thanksgiving in October instead of November?

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Canada

What Jewish holiday is celebrated in the fall and marks the new year?

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Rosh Hashanah

What is the traditional meat served at Thanksgiving dinner?

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Turkey

Which fall holiday is associated with bonfires and fireworks in the UK?

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Guy Fawkes Night

What holiday marks the end of the harvest season in the United States?

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Thanksgiving

Nature and Weather Trivia

What happens during the fall equinox?

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Day and night are nearly equal in length

Which tree is known for producing acorns in the fall?

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Oak tree

What weather phenomenon brings cooler temperatures and colorful leaves?

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Cold fronts

Which animals prepare for winter by storing food during fall?

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Squirrels and chipmunks

Which fall fruit is commonly harvested in the U.S. and used in Thanksgiving pies?

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Pumpkin

What type of wind is commonly associated with autumn weather?

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Chilly winds or autumn breeze

Which type of tree is famous for turning bright red in the fall?

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Maple tree

What is the term for animals that migrate south in fall to escape cold temperatures?

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Migration

What is the process of trees shedding their leaves in fall called?

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Abscission

Which season follows fall in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winter

More Fall Trivia Questions

What is the name of the full moon that occurs closest to the autumn equinox?

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Harvest Moon

Which U.S. state is known for its famous fall foliage in the New England region?

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Vermont

What type of squash is commonly associated with fall decorations and dishes?

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Pumpkin

Which fall festival in Germany is famous for beer and Bavarian traditions?

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Oktoberfest

What popular warm drink is often enjoyed in the fall and made from apples?

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Apple cider

Which spooky holiday is celebrated on October 31st?

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Halloween

What bird is often pardoned by the President of the United States during Thanksgiving?

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Turkey

Which sport is most commonly associated with fall in the United States?

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Football

What famous American holiday takes place on the second Monday of October?

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Columbus Day (or Indigenous Peoples’ Day)

Which nut is often roasted and enjoyed in the fall, especially around Christmas markets?

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Chestnut

What is the name of the activity where people visit farms to pick their own pumpkins?

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Pumpkin picking

Which fruit is often used to make cranberry sauce, a popular Thanksgiving side dish?

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Cranberry

What is the name of the festival celebrating the end of the harvest season in many cultures?

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Harvest Festival

Which common fall vegetable is also known as maize?

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Corn

What popular fall pastry is made by baking spiced apples inside a crust?

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Apple pie

What game is traditionally played with fallen leaves, especially by children?

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Jumping in leaf piles

What activity involves navigating through paths cut into a cornfield?

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Corn maze

What type of tree is best known for producing maple syrup?

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Maple tree

What type of gourd is often hollowed out and carved into lanterns for Halloween?

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Pumpkin

Which famous author wrote The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a spooky fall classic?

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Washington Irving

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