50 Things To Do In Ruston This Fall

Cooler temperatures make for a perfect time to get out and discover all that Ruston has to offer. Here are 50 things to add to your Ruston bucket list this fall.

With its perfect blend of college-town atmosphere and quaint coziness, Ruston is a must-visit destination, especially in the fall. Cooler temperatures make for a perfect time to get out and discover all that Ruston has to offer. Here are 50 things to add to your Ruston bucket list this fall.

Play a round of disc golf at Hideaway Park
Attend a NCLAC fall art event
Brush up on your football facts at the Eddie G Robinson Museum
Delight in an Uptown Downton fall sweet
Shop for cozy fall decor at Lauren Roebuck Designs
Camp out at Lincoln Parish Park
Catch local live music on the Sundown Tavern patio
Grab some buddies and test your throwing skills at Bayou Axe
Get game day ready at Fanbase
Attend one of the many downtown events on the calendar this fall
Jog or bike down the Rock Island Greenway
Enjoy a seasonal brew or cocktail at Utility Brewing
Get creative with a artist gathering at Creative Exchange
Grab your binoculars for bird watching at James Lake
Watch a game at the Ruston Sports Complex
Take a horse riding lesson at Collins Natural Horsemanship
Dive into history at the North Louisiana Military Museum
Have Sunday brunch on the patio at Trio's
Workout at the Ruston Fitness Court
Experience Loyal Blue Weekend festivities

Credit: Loyal Blue Weekend Pep Rally | Photo: Buie Photography

21. Participate in the annual Downtown Ruston Wine Walk

22. Have a family picnic in Railroad Park

23. Try a seasonal coffee or cocktail at Board and Bottle

24. Cheer on the Bulldogs at a home game

25. Enjoy a fireside date with custard from Eskamoe's

26. Experience a Grambling State University football game

27. Go play paintball at Ultra Zone Paintball

28. Take a tour around Ruston to see each Ruston Mural

29. Watch a rodeo at the North Louisiana Exhibition Center

30. Treat yourself to a seasonal pastry at Common Goods

Pumpkin cream cheese muffin from Common Goods

31. Stroll through the downtown antique store, Oliver Grace & Company

32. Get a head start on your holiday shopping in Downtown Ruston

33. Be entertained by a Ruston Community Theatre performance at The Dixie

34. Watch an away game with friends at Dawg House Sports Grill

35. View the latest art exhibit at Creatives At Work

36. Enjoy seasonal specials at the food trucks in the Heard Freighthouse Food Truck Park

37. Find all of the bulldog statues in The Bulldog Project

38. Explore the wooded trails at Huckleberry Trails Park

39. Cheer on the Lady Tigers at a Grambling Women's Soccer game

40. Stock up on seasonal produce at the Ruston Farmers Market

Seasonal produce at the Ruston Farmers Market

41. Hit the world-class biking trails at Lincoln Parish Park

42. Enjoy happy hour at White Lightnin'

43. Take your pup to 4 Paws Dog Park

44. Dress up the kiddos for the RPAR Monster Mash

45. Sharpen your baseball skills at the D/Bat batting cages

46. Spend an afternoon relaxing in your hammock at Hideaway Park

47. Visit the Autrey House Museum - the oldest surviving structure in Lincoln Parish

48. Test your skills at the Lincoln Parish Park Archery Range

49. Order a seasonal cocktail at one of the local restaurants

50. Swing by the Ruston Visitors Center for some swag & more info on fun things to do this fall

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, Lincoln Parish comes alive with a vibrant array of fall events and activities. From pumpkins downtown to spooky decorations, there's something for everyone to enjoy this fall season. Grab your sweater and a fall flavored latte, and let's explore what this season has in store!