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Ah, sweater weather. It’s that time of year when the leaves turn brown, the air turns crisp, and the pumpkin turns spicy. And if you’re wondering how to make the most of the season, we’ve got things to do in Australia next month that bring all the Autumnal vibes. Think cosy crafts, a steaming cuppa and some rosy-cheeked friends; because getting ready to hunker down and hibernate doesn’t have to mean alone time at home. You can still honour the slowing down of the season and make time for fun. Here’s how!
Chocolate making and movie nights
Autumn in Australia brings Easter, and you know what that means. Lots of chocolate! But chocolate doesn’t have to be a solo indulgence. Get the sweet toothed crew together for a chocolate making class and learn how to make your own homemade treats!
From tempering chocolate to adding your favourite flavours, or even making your own Easter eggs, there’s nothing like melty molten chocolate to keep the chill and grey clouds at bay.
Afterwards, take your sweet treats home for the ultimate movie night. Light a candle, pour a glass of red or brew a pot of tea, and snack on your creations while you sink into the couch. It’s the kind of simple pleasure that makes you grateful for shorter days and longer evenings.
If you’re hunting for sweet things to do next month, this one ticks every box.
Candle making and home spa days
There’s nothing like a gloomy afternoon and the soft glow of a candle to instantly bring Autumn cottagecore vibes.
Candle making classes are the ultimate autumn reset. You’ll blend fragrances that feel like the season itself, like cedarwood, vanilla, orange peel or smoky sandalwood. As you pour warm wax into jars and watch it settle, the world slows down to a gentler rhythm and a simpler time.
The real magic happens later, when you light your creation at home. Pair it with a face mask, fluffy socks and a long bath. Suddenly, your bathroom feels less like a tiled utility room and more like a boutique day spa. Want to make it social? Ditch the bath and gather your friends for face masks and steamy, warm towel scrubs. Don’t be afraid to blast a little Enya, too.
If you’ve been craving calm, this is one of those things to do next month that keeps giving long after the workshop ends.
Crochet and homemade bakes
After autumn comes winter, and the sweaters get replaced with jackets, beanies and scarves. Get ahead of the chill with a beginner's crochet class. The quiet click of hook and yarn becomes its own autumn soundtrack.
You start with a simple square, and before you know it, you’re imagining blankets, cardigans and gifts for loved ones. There’s a gentle rhythm to crochet that leaves plenty of room for conversation, turning a simple class into quality time with friends.
Make a day of it by baking something cosy beforehand. Banana bread, cinnamon scrolls or a batch of choc chip cookies will fill your kitchen with that golden, butter-sugar perfume. Bring a container to share with your friends while you work.
Creative, wholesome and practical, this is one of those underrated things to do next month that leaves you with both new skills and something warm to wrap around your shoulders just in time for winter.
Mug making and coffee drinking
This one's for the pumpkin spice girlies and the coffee aficionados! As mornings get slower and colder, few things rival the comfort of a warm mug pressed between your palms. A pottery class turns that everyday coffee ritual into a tiny work of art. You’ll hand-build your own mug, adding glazes and your own personal flair to make something truly one-of-a-kind. The best part? It’s even more fun with friends. Chat and swap decorating ideas as you shape and glaze your mugs together.
Future morning sips will never be the same again when you drink coffee from your own unique, new favourite mug.
Top off the experience with a visit to your favourite local café. Share a flat white, a pastry, and stories as you soak in the cosy vibes. If you’re looking for simple yet fun to do next month, this mix of creativity and caffeine is hard to beat.
Paint, sip and a hearty meal
Add a dash of colour to counterbalance the browns and greys of autumn at a paint and sip class.
Paint and sip classes are perfect for inviting your friends, ordering a glass of wine and letting your inner artist roam free. You might paint moody landscapes, abstract swirls or even a still life of autumn produce. No experience needed, just a willingness to pick up the brush.
Once the brushes are down, keep the cosy vibes going by sharing a hearty meal together. Head to a local restaurant and turn your creative night into a full evening out, lingering over laughter, comforting food, and good conversation as the evening winds on.
If you want social things to do next month that still feel relaxed and low pressure, this is your sign to book that paint and sip you’ve been eyeing.
Get sippin’ and paintin’ this way
Natural skincare making and hot soaks
Sometimes the change of the seasons brings some less-than-pleasant changes, like dry skin and chapped lips.
Instead of battling the elements with whatever’s on sale at the chemist, you could try making your own natural skincare. In a hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to blend nourishing oils, butters and essential oils into balms, scrubs and moisturisers tailored to your skin.
Knowing what goes into the products you put on your face and skin, and use every day, is super empowering. Plus, it’s a wonderfully sensory experience. Think rich, creamy textures, soft, silky oils and nourishing scents like lavender and bergamot.
Then gather your friends and head to a bathhouse for a soak. Warm mineral waters, steam rooms and a little shared indulgence turn a regular day into a mini celebration of autumn. Laugh, relax and swap stories while your skin drinks in the moisture. Among all the things to do next month, this one feels like a cosy hug you can enjoy together.
Autumn is not about doing more. It’s about doing things that feel nourishing. Gathering, making something by hand, eating something warm, lighting something fragrant. The season invites us to lean into texture and taste, colour and comfort.
So as the days shorten and the air sharpens, fill your calendar with things to do next month that warm you from the inside out. Your future, cosy self will be very glad you did.
