Popsugar Living Bucket List Things We Can Still Look Forward to in 2020 The First Snowfall, Pumpkin Spice, and 39 Other Things We Can Still Look Forward to in 2020 20 August 2020 by Haley Lyndes Image Source: Getty / svetikd 2020 has been an unpredictable year, but the best thing we can do is look ahead. The fall and winter hold a lot of key traditions, holidays, and activities that we hold dear to our hearts, and while some may look a little different, it doesn't mean we can't still have fun! Think of roasting marshmallows over a fire, turning on your favourite holiday music, or better yet, the feeling you get after the first snowfall. It's the little things that get us excited for the seasons to come. Bookmark this list and refer to it on the days you're feeling down, or better yet, print it out and hang it on your wall for inspiration. The year's not over yet, so we might as well make the best of it! Here are all of the comforting things we can still look forward to in 2020. Related: Autumn 2020's Trend Report Is Here: This Is What You'll Be Wearing 1 Chilly Fall Walks Image Source: Getty / Martin Dimitrov There's no better feeling than brisk, fresh air. 1 / 41 2 Sipping Warm Coffee on a Cold Morning Image Source: Getty / Jose Luis Pelaez Inc Warm coffee drinkers know that it's no fun sipping hot coffee on 80-plus degree days. 2 / 41 3 Binge Watching Every Holiday Movie to Exist Image Source: Getty / svetikd Holiday movies have a way of lifting everyone's spirit. 3 / 41 4 Jumping in a Pile of Autumn Leaves Image Source: Getty / Obradovic So what if the last time you did this you were a kid? It's fun to do no matter your age. 4 / 41 5 Long Scenic Drives Image Source: Getty / franckreporter Nothing beats fall foliage, I repeat, nothing. 5 / 41 6 Outdoor Foliage Hikes Image Source: Getty / haveseen Take in all that mother nature has to offer. 6 / 41 7 Carving Jack-o'-Lanterns For Your Doorstep Image Source: Getty / BraunS This might be the cheapest Halloween decoration ever. 7 / 41 8 Pumpking Spice Everything Image Source: Getty / AnnaPustynnikova You're not doing fall right if you don't have a pumpkin spice latte. 8 / 41 9 Drinking Delicious Apple Cider Image Source: Getty / Carlo107 Try making it yourself! It tastes even better that way. 9 / 41 10 The Smell of Fall Candles Image Source: Getty / topotishka There's no need to go outside to get the fall effect, a few candles can do the job. 10 / 41 11 Christmas-Scented Candles Image Source: Getty / Tom Merton Because who doesn't love the smell of Christmas? 11 / 41 12 Finding Eggnog at the Grocery Store Image Source: Getty / wmaster890 The day eggnog is released at the grocery store is the day fall begins. 12 / 41 13 Listening to Holiday Music All Day Everyday Image Source: Getty / DNY59 If you're ever in a bad mood, just remember: Christmas music will make you feel better. 13 / 41 14 Filling Up on Thanksgiving Food Image Source: Getty / LauriPatterson Turkey, stuffing, biscuits, gravy . . . all the good stuff. 14 / 41 15 All of the Pretty Autumn Decorations Image Source: Getty / Inti St Clair There's no such thing as too much autumn decor. 15 / 41 16 The Look of Christmas Ornaments on the Tree Image Source: Getty / Daniel Kaesler / EyeEm They shine so perfectly under the tree's twinkling lights. 16 / 41 17 Roasting Marshmallows Over a Campfire Image Source: Getty / ryasick Nothing tastes better than roasted marshmallows. 17 / 41 18 Warming Up Over a Cup of Hot Chocolate Image Source: Getty / svetikd Don't forget to accent it with marshmallows and a candy cane! 18 / 41 19 Baking All the Pies and Breads Your Heart Desires Image Source: Unsplash / cozinhaalacarte You've done this before (ahem, this spring) you can do it again. 19 / 41 20 Rosy Cheeks Image Source: Getty / Image Source Flushed cheeks make you feel alive, and give you a nice glow, too. 20 / 41 21 Building a Ginger Bread House Image Source: Getty / JGI/Jamie Grill Ginger bread houses are the best. 21 / 41 22 Decorating For the Holidays Image Source: Getty / Adam C Bartlett The sooner you decorate for Christmas, the better! 22 / 41 23 Baking Sweet Treats For Family Image Source: Getty / Morsa Images Who doesn't love home-baked goods? 23 / 41 24 Eating Buckets Full of Halloween Candy Image Source: Getty / jenifoto Even if trick-or-treating looks different, Halloween candy will still be in stores! 24 / 41 25 Wearing Flannels and Scarves Image Source: Getty / Westend61 Nothing beats cosying up in an oversized flannel and scarf. 25 / 41 26 Getting Into Competitive Snowball Fights Image Source: Getty / Sam Edwards Be safe, but throwing a snowball at your roommate could always brighten your day. 26 / 41 27 Going Ice Skating on a Clear Winter Day Image Source: Getty / supersizer The blue skies in winter are so crystal clear, and ice skating underneath them is even better. 27 / 41 28 Drinking Soup For Lunch and Dinner Image Source: Getty / Maskot I don't know about you, but any excuse to have a cup of soup, I take it. 28 / 41 29 Revisiting Your Favourite Winter Hobby Image Source: Getty / Westend61 Whether it's snowshoeing or ice fishing, winter has so many fun hobbies to do. 29 / 41 30 Sweater Weather Image Source: Getty / Klaus Vedfelt The bigger the sweater, the better. 30 / 41 31 The Feeling of the First Snowfall Image Source: Getty / Moazzam Ali Brohi It's always fun to take bets over the first snowfall, and when it happens, it's so exciting! 31 / 41 32 Eating Your Favourite Comfort Food Image Source: Getty / Lauri Patterson Hearty food tastes so much better in the fall and winter. 32 / 41 33 Mulled Wine and Hot Toddy's Image Source: Getty / ivandzyuba Ah, the perfect drinks. Check out this healthy mulled wine recipe or this hot toddy one for inspiration. 33 / 41 34 Cosying Up Under a Warm Blanket Image Source: Getty / DragonImages Wrapping yourself in a warm blanket feels so good. 34 / 41 35 Bubble Baths Image Source: Getty / Silvia Otte Knowing that it's cold outside makes bubble baths even better. 35 / 41 36 Fuzzy Socks Image Source: Getty / urbazon There's only a certain time of year to wear these babies, so get cosy. 36 / 41 37 Relaxing Nights Around a Fireplace Image Source: Getty / MilosStankovic A glass of wine, a few snuggles, and a cosy fireplace are sometimes the only things you need. 37 / 41 38 ABC's 25 Days of Christmas Image Source: Getty / Prostock-Studio Counting down the days until Christmas via ABC isn't anything short of amazing. 38 / 41 39 Sending and Receiving Holiday Cards Image Source: Getty / JGI/Jamie Grill Written holiday cards may not be as common, but they definitely add a bit of personalization. 39 / 41 40 Wearing Your House Slippers Image Source: Getty / Gang Zhou Who doesn't enjoy walking around the house in slippers all day everyday? 40 / 41 41 Curling Up With a Good Book Image Source: Unsplash / Alisa Anton Sure, we can curl up with a book whenever, but it's even better when it's cold outside. 41 / 41 Bucket ListFallWinter