Summer is finally in the rearview and it’s time to embrace the fall season, which is why we have put together a list of all the best funny and short fall sayings for your next post. And if you’re looking for short fall quotes for Instagram captions, we also have you covered.
Now go ahead and browse through to find your favorite.
Fall Sayings
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They say fall is the best time to branch out and explore!
Falling leaves means one thing: It’s football season!
Why did the pumpkin sit on the patio? Because it wanted to be a little gourd!
Don’t sweat the fall stuff
Why do jack-o’-lanterns avoid conflict? They don’t have any guts.
I love fall beyond a seasonable doubt
What did one autumn leaf say to another? I’m falling for you!
I’m a little bit of a country pumpkin
Fall is my excuse for pumpkin everything
Falling for this season
Get yourself a pumpkin. It will never ghost you
I get a little corny when the autumn breeze starts blowing!
Pumped for pumpkins!
Pumpkin patch princess
Blessed and pumpkin-obsessed
Let’s get this party gourd-ed.
The early bird catches the autumn worm.
I’m the ghostest with the moistest
Orange is the new black
Leaf it to me to make you smile.
Who helps little pumpkins cross the road? The crossing gourd.
I told my pumpkin to stop being so gourd-acious!
Cozy sweater, hot coffee, fall leaves, repeat
September shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.
Who rules the pumpkin patch? The pump-king.
Spice, spice baby
Ready to pumpkin spice things up!
Autumn skies and pumpkin pies
Cutest pumpkins in the patch
It’s not the heat, it’s the fall that gets you.
This is my resting witch face
When the leaves start to change, I can’t help but get a little bough-t of excitement.
Hocus pocus and chill?
Follow the pumpkin patch road
Why did the tree go to therapy? It couldn’t stop “leafing” its problems behind!
It seems like all the leaves changed in one fall swoop
Sweater weather is better together
I can’t believe how fast everything is falling into place this season!
If you don’t like fall, you can leaf me alone
The trees have been gossiping, and I heard they’re just dying to leaf us with some secrets.
Why shouldn’t you invite trees to your party? They never leaf.
Pumpkin patch exploring is my part-time job for the next three months
When the leaves hit the ground, it’s time for a fall-out!
Don’t be so fall of yourself!
It’s all fun and games until someone loses their pumpkin!
The owl was really wise but was quite “hooted” about his favorite fall treats.
Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s maple leaves
Runs on pumpkin-flavored coffee
What kind of pumpkin works at a pool? A life-gourd.
Fall is where the heart is.
Sweater weather is better together.
Falling leaves show us how beautiful it is to let things go
The acorns were feeling extra “nutty” this season. Must be all the fall “cheer”!
All I want are autumn leaves and pumpkins, please
As the days grow shorter, I find myself “fall”ing for more cozy sweaters.
Leaf your worries behind; it’s time to fall into some fun!
You are never too old to play in the leaves
Goodbye summer, hello fall
Salty about summer ending
When autumn rolls around, I really start to feel the crunch!
I’m falling for these puns; they really know how to crack me up!
Hangin’ with the leaves
These colors are unbe-leaf-able!
Where should a leaf go when its bank is closed? To another branch.
What’s a pumpkin’s favorite type of music? Anything with a good “beet!”
Meet me under the falling leaves
Do I love fall? Apple-solutely!
A penny saved is a penny earned, unless you drop it in a pile of leaves.
Great pumpkin believers
September…Chapter 9
There’s a new pumpkin in the patch!
The apples were having a meeting, but it was hard to find a good “peel”ing for conversation!
They’ll make you fall head over heels.
Why don’t we ever tell secrets on a pumpkin patch? Because the leaves might eavesdrop!
I thought about writing a novel about fall, but I just couldn’t find the right plot twist!
I love flannels and selfies in the fall most of all
I love fall from the bautumn of my heart
How do pumpkins get their gossip? Through the vine.
The proof is in the pumpkin pie!
This season is un-be-leaf-able for some pun-tastic fun!
What did the sweater say to the scarf? I’m “knit” to be together!
Every autumn, I feel like I’m falling head over “heels” for all the seasonal treats!
These puns are un-be-leaf-able.
The grass is always greener on the other side of autumn.
Hay there!
What did the leaf name its baby? Rustle.
Let’s just fall it a day
It’s no use crying over spilled cider.
Pumpkin patching time!
Channeling all the flannel
Life is better in October
Summer should get a speeding ticket – goes by way too fast!
The trees are really showing off their colors; it’s like they’re trying to leaf a mark!
When it rains, it pours pumpkin spice.
When the pumpkin spice latte starts to flow, it’s the season for “squash”ing all doubts!
FALLing in love
Hay baby, hay baby, hay!
Autumn leaves and pumpkins please.
My friends said I was all over the place this season, but hey, I’m just trying to stay grounded!
Goodbye summer. It’s been fun!
Life is better in September
What happens when apples drink too much? They get sauced.
When the apple decided to break up, it just couldn’t “peel” away from its past.
Fall so hard motherpumpkins wanna spice me
Every time I see a pile of leaves, I can’t help but leaf it be!
The only thing getting lit this weekend is my pumpkin spice candle
Where there’s a will, there’s a way to rake leaves.
Pumpkin spice and everything nice
You’ve got to be in it to win it, and that includes fall festivities!
September: The last month, standing between me and pumpkin season.
Hello, September!
The apples fell far from the tree, but they still know how to keep it “core!
I’d like to see you s’more
When it comes to baking, a pie can “crust” the competition any day!
In an autumn state of mind
You are the pumpkin spice to my fall
Did you hear about the fruit that went to jail? It was a bad apple.
What do apples do for exercise? Core-strengthening exercises.
Why do scarecrows make great friends? Because they’re outstanding in their field!
Don’t autumn-otally forget to gather your pumpkins; it’s a harvest to remember!
I told my friends I was going to acorn my way through fall, and they thought I was nuts!
Autumn leaves and pumpkins please
How did the apple get hurt? It fell too far from the tree.
Oh my gourd I love fall
Tea and fuzzy socks season
I’m aMAIZED we escaped
Eat, drink & be scary
The acorns decided to team up, and boy, did they make a big “splash” in the forest!
What kind of gourd hates the city? A country pumpkin.
Determined to step on all the crunchy leaves
Keep calm and buy pumpkins
Cozy sweaters “weave” together comfort and style, especially during sweater weather!
Maple trees are really good at “leaf”-ing a lasting impression!
Give ’em pumpkin to talk about
If you think autumn is bad, just wait until winter; it’ll be brr-isk!
A summer I’ll always remember with people I’ll never forget
I don’t celebrate Halloween, I am Halloween
What do pumpkins use for money? Pumpkin bread.
Why kind of computers do apples use? Macs.
One bad apple doesn’t spoil the entire harvest.
This season is unbe-leaf-able!
The season of pumpkin patch photos commences
What did the jack-o’-lantern say to the pumpkin? I’m on fire for you.
What sport do pumpkins like to play? Squash.
That scarecrow had a lot of “hay”-spirations, but he couldn’t quite stand up to the pressure.
This view is gourd-geous
Fall’s well that ends well
What’s my blood type? Pumpkin spice
Fall leaves: just the icing on the rake
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, unless it’s a rotten one!
Foggy mornings always have a way of “mist”-ifying the best of plans.
You’ve got to be pumpkin-ding me!
Happy fall, y’all!
Why don’t trees use the internet? They can’t stand the “hack”-ing!
It’s fall coming back to me now
Oh my gourd, it’s beautiful outside!
I love you more than pumpkin pie — and that’s saying a lot
I like you a pumpkin-latte
Why was the pumpkin surprised? It was caught off gourd.
What do leaves say at the end of autumn? See you next fall.
I haven’t tripped, but here I am in the fall
What kind of dog does a pumpkin have? A gourd dog.
The corn maze was such a “-maize”-ing adventure; you really “ear” it to believe it!
Don’t stop be-leaf-ing in fall magic.
Do you know why skeletons don’t like fall? They don’t have the guts to leaf the house!
Why did the apple stop in the middle of the road? Because it ran out of juice!
I’m totally “board” with summer; bring on the fall festivities!
Orange you glad it’s fall?
Let’s get this gourd started!
When it comes to pumpkin spice, I’m all in — it’s brew-tiful this time of year!
I’m not a fan of fall; I’m just here for the pumpkin spice and everything nice!
Leaves can “change” their colors, but they still can’t seem to stay grounded.
When the leaves start falling, the trees really know how to “turn” things around!
Long sleeves and autumn leaves
You’re the apple of my pie.
Leaf me alone, I’m trying to enjoy my fall!
I’m feeling gourd-geous in this season.
Why did the tree change its color? It wanted to turn over a new leaf.
What did the tree get when it went on vacation? Paid leaf.
I made a terrible pun about autumn, but I leaf it to your imagination!
No more treats? This is unBOOlievable
I wanted to tell a story about falling leaves, but it wasn’t my best leaf-telling.
Until next time, summer
Life is better in a sweater
Fall is a-maize-ing!
Hay there! Enjoying the season?
I’m simply a-maized.
Why didn’t Cinderella medal at the Olympics? Because her coach was a pumpkin.
Can’t reply, eating a pie
Why do trees hate tests? Because they get stumped all the time!
Leave your stress behind.
Leaves are falling, autumn is calling
Don’t put all your eggs in one pumpkin.
Did you hear about the shocked tree? It was in disbe-leaf.
Never fear, pumpkin-flavored everything is here!
I love how fall makes everything so much more re-leaf-ing!
What is the cutest season? Awwtumn
As the days grow shorter, I find myself falling behind on my leaf-reading.
What do you call a leaf who’s great at math? A “counted” fall!
When the going gets tough, the tough go pumpkin picking.
The sweet potato got promoted, proving that he’s quite the “root” of success.
When it comes to raking leaves, I’m just “dying” to make a “pile” of fun!
Fall is just a part of leaf
Is it really a pile of leaves if you haven’t jumped in it?
Why was the leaf humiliated? It had a fall from grace.
This jack-o-lantern is gonna be lit
I like you a latte
Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his “field” during autumn!
Don’t count your pumpkins before they hatch.
Let’s turn over a new leaf.
Pumpkin kisses and harvest wishes
The tans will fade but the memories will last forever
Channel the flannel
What happens when fall is over? Autumn leaves.
How am I feeling? Never sweater
Eat, drink, and be scary
Get in, loser. We’re going haunting.
Why did the apple break up with the pumpkin? There just wasn’t enough thyme!
Orange you glad it’s fall?
I had a great time at the apple festival; it was the core of fun!
Don’t leaf me hanging!
Which band is every pumpkin’s favorite? The Spice Girls.
What did the tree say when it passed its test? What a re-leaf!
I’m spicing things up
Why did the apple cry? Someone hurt its peelings.
Oh my gourd, look at these leaves!
The scent of September: Bright sunlit skies, nature’s warm colors, and the smell of seasons are about to change. The hint of new beginnings, knowing something wonderful is around the bend.
I’m the pun King
How can you tell if a pumpkin is a pirate? It’s got a patch.
I’m acorn-y kinda person.
Some days are cool while others are hot; September is the month we are talking about.
October: sweater weather and pumpkin season.
A fallen leaf is nothing more than a summer’s wave goodbye
The corn stalks formed a band, but they couldn’t find their “roots” in the music scene.
Long sleeves & falling leaves
I’ve got a real crush on cider season; it’s a total squeeze!
Why did the pumpkin cross the road? To gourd the other side!
It’s September Time to welcome fall
It’s September so I’m off enjoying fall
Autumn skies and everything’s fine
Foliage is the new black.
Why do trees always get in trouble in fall? Because they’re too shady!
Summer, you are my favorite hello and my hardest goodbye
Summer’s hit the rakes, now it’s time for fall
You’re the (caramel) apple of my eye.
Everyone was “board” at the party until the hayride finally arrived!
What do jack-o’-lanterns do when they go out? Get lit.
The corn mazes always seem a-maize-ing; you really can’t beet a good time!
As the temperature drops, my enthusiasm to “chill” out is really “fall”ing off.
What’s a gourd’s least favorite band? The Smashing Pumpkins.
The sun’s rays can’t “shone” through the clouds when fall fog rolls in.
Spice up your life—it’s pumpkin season!
Go Big or Gourd Home
Fall in love at first sight.
Time to get lit like a bonfire.
What did one leaf say to the other? I’m falling for you
October is my favorite color
I’ve fallen for this season; it’s just too a-peeling!
When it’s fall, I’m always ready to take the plunge into cider season!
I’ve never met a pumpkin I didn’t like
Don’t stop be-leafing
A leaf a day keeps the doctor away.
Leaves, flannel, and football are all I need
In fall, I can never “bear” to miss a good bonfire; the warmth really “brings out” the best of us!
You could say this autumn has been un-fall-gettable!
Fall foliage is nature’s way of showing us that change can be beautiful, so leaf your worries behind!
Stressed, blessed, pumpkin obsessed
Wheat did you say about fall?
Did you hear about the leaf that lost its tree? It was stumped.
Why was the corn always invited to parties? Because it knows how to “ear” everyone out!
How do you know when a pumpkin is sick? It doesn’t feel so gourd.
I asked the leaves what they liked most about fall; they said, “We’re just trying to branch out!”
I’m falling for you more than leaves in autumn.
When the trees shed their leaves, do they ever get cold feet?
How do leaves know if they’re related? They trace their family tree.
The sweater I wore today is so cozy; I can’t help but knit about it.
What do you get when you run over a pumpkin? Squash.
You can’t make an omelet without breaking some leaves.
What’s Darth Vader’s favorite kind of apple? Empire.
Pumpkin spice and everything nice
We got lost in this maize
Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!
Why are apples so popular? They’ve got a-peal.
Sweater weather the better weather
Well hello there September
Some say autumn is “un-be-leaf-able,” but I think it just keeps getting better!
I’m feeling gratefall for these autumn days
If you like these, you might also want to check out our other lists of Short Autumn Quotes, Fall Puns and Short Fall Letter Board Quotes.
Funny and Short Fall Quotes
“It’s like going back to school. You know, autumn! Time for ‘Harry Potter’.” — Robbie Coltrane
“I come alive in the fall time.” — The Weeknd
“If a year was tucked inside of a clock, then autumn would be the magic hour.” — Victoria Erickson
“Love the trees until their leaves fall off, then encourage them to try again next year.” — Chad Sugg
“I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.” — Nathaniel Hawthorne
“Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower.” — Albert Camus
“Autumn arrives in early morning, but spring at the close of a winter day.” — Elizabeth Bowen
“If I were a bird, I would fly about the Earth seeking the successive autumns.” — George Eliot
“Fall colors are funny. They’re so bright and intense and beautiful. It’s like nature is trying to fill you up with color, to saturate you so you can stockpile it before winter turns everything muted and dreary.” — Siobhan Vivian
“Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree.” — Emily Bronte
“There is something so special in the early leaves drifting from the trees as if we are all to be allowed a chance to peel, to refresh, to start again.” — Ruth Ahmed
“Autumn’s the mellow time.” — William Allingham
“The heat of autumn is different from the heat of summer. One ripens apples, the other turns them to cider.” — Jane Hirshfield
“Autumn is the hardest season. The leaves are all falling, and they’re falling like they’re falling in love with the ground.” — Andrea Gibson
“But now it’s time for me to go, the autumn moon lights my way.” — Led Zeppelin
“Anyone who thinks fallen leaves are dead has never watched them dancing on a windy day.” — Shira Tamir
“In autumn, don’t go to jewelers to see gold; go to the parks!” — Mehmet Murat Ildan
So that is it for our list of Fall Sayings and Quotes. We hope you found the perfect one for you!
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Laynni Locke
Laynni has been sharing her travel adventures and day-to-day life on Routinely Nomadic social media for over 15 years and appreciates the importance of finding the perfect quote or caption to showcase those experiences. Putting her extensive writing and education background to good use, Laynni has become passionate about researching and curating comprehensive lists of all the best quotes and captions for every occasion.