There’s no warmer way to enjoy autumn than by welcoming a new baby with these special fall baby shower ideas. The trees begin to change shades, there’s a crisp breeze in the air, and the scent of woodsmoke lingers in the evenings.
A fall baby shower can highlight all the wonderful parts of the season. Shades of rich gold, deep red, and burnt orange create a lovely seasonal palette. Bright leaves and cute pumpkins in different shapes add charm and interest. Comforting seasonal dishes and sweet, creamy desserts fill the tables and satisfy everyone.
When choosing a baby shower theme, consider what the mom-to-be prefers. If she wants something lighthearted, you could go with an animal or sports theme. If she’s looking for something simple and cozy, stick with classic fall touches like foliage or seasonal flowers.
Whichever style the honored guest likes best, these autumn-inspired baby shower ideas will give you inspiration for the decorations, menu, and activities to enjoy.
Make sure to set up a warm and inviting space for visitors, serve filling seasonal dishes, and give the mom-to-be a day to remember with these creative ideas.
Below are some of the most popular fall baby shower themes. This list can guide you in picking colors, decorations, and food ideas. If you can’t choose just one, mix and match details from different themes to create your own unique seasonal event.
Welcome guests to meet the newest little “pumpkin in the patch.” A pumpkin patch theme gives you lots of options for bright and fun autumn decorations. Treat guests to seasonal favorites like pumpkin pie, a pumpkin-shaped cheese spread, or moist pumpkin cake.
For games, invite guests to guess which pumpkin best matches the mom-to-be’s belly size. Or host a ring toss game where players aim for pumpkin stems. Prizes could include pumpkin-flavored coffee with a mug or a small kit for making a pumpkin mug cake.
Fall decorations for a baby shower can feature gourds of different shapes, sizes, and shades. Look for green and white pumpkins to mix in with the traditional orange ones. Tiny pumpkins work well as place cards or hollow out bigger pumpkins to hold flowers for striking centerpieces.
If the baby is a girl, you can adapt the decor for a “pumpkin spice and everything nice” theme. Serve pumpkin spice drinks, cupcakes, and decorate with cinnamon sticks alongside orange pumpkins.
Sweet woodland animals are an endearing way to celebrate the coming arrival. Create a fall woodland feel with decorations featuring foxes, hedgehogs, and deer. Accent with colorful leaves, grasses, and branches wrapped in white string lights. Fill glass jars with acorns and pinecones, and add white candles for extra warmth.
Serve food on wooden rounds and garnish dishes with rosemary sprigs to look like miniature trees. Treat guests to chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter icing, topped with a candy acorn for a rustic touch.
Stick to neutral colors like cream, brown, and tan for this theme. It’s a great choice for a gender-neutral shower if the parents are keeping the baby’s gender a surprise. Woodland creatures work well for any little one.
Changing leaves are one of the highlights of autumn. Turn that into a shower theme by adding leaves into every part of the decor. Use real leaves in glass vases with candles or choose faux leaves to reuse later.
Make garlands from leaves in shades of gold, orange, and brown to drape over chairs and tables. Include tall grasses in centerpieces for height. Mason jars or plain white vases make simple containers for these arrangements. Keep extra leaves, grasses, and flowers for guests to make their own arrangement to take home.
Offer dishes flavored with warm spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. A spiced cake with cream cheese icing is always popular. For something savory, serve roasted butternut squash soup with bread for dipping.
One of the most festive fall shower ideas is a Halloween party. Guests can wear any costume, or you can set a theme such as recreating one of their baby photos. Let everyone vote on the best look, with the top choice winning a prize.
Offer treat bags like trick-or-treat candy sacks. Serve mini portions of popular party foods such as small tacos, sliders, tiny tarts, or bite-size cupcakes with Halloween candies.
Alongside black and orange, add dark purple and silver accents. Include just a bit of spooky flair with props like witch hats or skeletons placed around the venue.
Fall is the perfect time for apples. Use them in your decorations by slicing them thin and layering them inside vases with cream-colored candles. Add cinnamon sticks for a nice scent and an apple cider look.
Make it fun with an apple stacking game, with a prize for the tallest tower. Hide apples around the venue for guests to find, and the one who collects the most wins. Send everyone home with apples to make applesauce, or hand out small jars of apple butter as a party favor.
There’s no shortage of choices when it comes to apple-inspired foods. Pair apple cider donuts topped with a smooth vanilla glaze with steaming cups of spiced cider. For a savory touch, make an apple and sausage tart seasoned with thyme or serve pulled pork sandwiches cooked with apple flavor. Guests can leave with caramel apples covered in crushed cookies, candy pieces, or colorful sprinkles as a sweet party takeaway.
For showers late in the season, a Thanksgiving-style party can be a cheerful and filling option. Skip the cake and set out seasonal pies like pumpkin, apple, and pecan. You can even make mini pies so guests can sample each flavor.
Choose warm-toned plaids in browns, oranges, and golds. Use any leftover pumpkins from Halloween and leaves from earlier fall decorations. Add candles in creamy tones to bring soft light and enhance the warm color palette.
Go for timeless games such as baby shower bingo, Thanksgiving trivia, or a seasonal scavenger hunt. Pack up leftovers for guests to take home, just like a family holiday meal. Since Christmas is near, you could also send everyone home with a handmade ornament as an early gift.
Autumn has plenty of flowers that look just as beautiful as those in spring or summer. Many in-season blooms work wonderfully for a baby shower theme. Choose bold fall shades like orange, yellow, and deep red, with greenery for contrast.
Sunflowers are a favorite for this time of year and can inspire many shower ideas. Sunflower cupcakes are an adorable treat and can be displayed on a wooden tier stand for a rustic look. You could also serve salad topped with sunflower seeds and offer bright yellow lemonade.
Make a sunflower crown for the guest of honor and set the tables with large yellow flowers and burlap runners. This theme suits both indoor and outdoor gatherings when the weather is pleasant. Hang a garland of sunflowers at the entrance to greet guests.
Other flowers perfect for this theme include chrysanthemums and zinnias. No matter the type, keep them as the main focus by using them throughout the decorations.
Autumn feels complete with the smell of a campfire and the taste of s’mores. Plan a camping-inspired baby shower filled with natural decor and marshmallow-themed snacks.
Use lanterns, greenery, and real plants for a rustic feel. Serve treats in camping cookware and offer chocolate cupcakes with toasted marshmallow frosting, along with creamy hot chocolate topped with extra marshmallows.
Make a cozy tent using soft tulle and fairy lights in one corner of the venue. Add cushions and pillows so guests can relax with their cocoa. Send them home with jars of homemade cocoa mix for a warm treat later.
The harvest season is full of ideas for a fall baby shower and creates a warm way to celebrate the mom-to-be. Add seasonal touches like cute farm animals, corn stalks, and hay bales. Deep reds, oranges, and rich greens work well for the color scheme.
Maple flavoring suits this theme perfectly. Serve maple bacon snack mix, maple-seasoned pulled pork sliders, and baked beans flavored with maple and bacon. For guests not expecting, try a maple bourbon drink garnished with apple or pear slices and a cinnamon stick.
For a lighthearted activity, see if guests can name baby farm animals. For example, a baby llama is a cria, and a litter of piglets is called a farrow. Winners could take home locally made maple syrup or potted fall flowers to enjoy at home.
Welcome the newest “teammate” with a football-themed baby shower. Fall brings the excitement of football season, making it a fun choice for a joint or mixed guest list. Encourage attendees to wear their favorite team jerseys and add touches like football shapes, green turf-inspired details, and referee-style stripes to your decor.
Offer finger foods that have a little more polish than standard game-day snacks. Ideas include buffalo chicken skewers, nachos topped with homemade cheese sauce and brisket, small pizzas with prosciutto and artichokes, and bacon-wrapped figs.
Bring in some friendly rivalry with group games. Play football trivia, set up cornhole matches, or let guests “vote” on whether the mom-to-be is having a future quarterback or cheerleader by picking either a small football or a pom pom. Count the choices to see the winning guess.
Your Turn to Try These Fall Baby Shower Themes
Baby showers create lasting memories for new moms and their loved ones. Use these seasonal ideas to plan a cozy and fun fall celebration for the mom-to-be in your life. PostagePigeon can help you start planning with adorable invitations that match your theme. Browse the many designs to find one that suits your chosen style for the special day.
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