Fall Break is finally here! We’re just about to wrap up our seventh week of the semester. We’re halfway through – can you believe it? If you’re staying in Oxford for Fall Break, don’t worry, there’s plenty to do! Here are some ideas to get you started planning your long weekend of relaxation!
1. Go hiking at Hueston Woods
Fall weather is perfect for being outdoors! Located just 5 miles northeast of Oxford, Hueston Woods is a national state park boasting 625 acres. If hiking isn’t quite your thing, there’s also horseback riding, fishing, a nature center, and so much more!
2. Pick a pumpkin at Butterfield Farms
Also located just outside of Oxford is Butterfield Farms. You can pick pumpkins, go on a hayride, and even feed cows!
3. Shop at the Farmers Market
Take a trip to the Oxford Farmers Market in Uptown Park and buy locally grown produce, fresh flowers, crafts, and so much more! During the fall, the Oxford Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
4. Get a warm drink at Kofenya or Oxford Coffee Company
Whether it’s coffee, apple cider, hot chocolate, or even if iced is more your style, Kofenya is a great place to relax and enjoy some quality beverages. You could also venture a bit farther and check out the Oxford Coffee Company (on Lynn Ave, next to LaRosas Pizza), where there is plenty of free parking.
5. Celebrate the arts at Oxford Community Arts Center
Second Friday is a local celebration of the arts beginning at 6 pm on the second Friday of each month. This free event features new art exhibitions, open studios, and live music!
6. Eat somewhere new
Fall Break means fewer students, and fewer students mean shorter lines. Maybe there’s somewhere uptown you’ve always wanted to try but never had an opportunity. Now is your chance!
7. Paint pottery at You’re Fired
Is your room still feeling a little bland? Head uptown to You’re Fired to paint anything from mugs to tiles and pick it up a week later after it’s been fired in the kiln!
8. See a movie with MAP
Miami Activities and Programming is showing the summer box-office hit, Baby Driver, in Wilks Theatre this Friday, October 13th, at 9 PM through Late Night Miami. And it’s free!
9. Go bowling at Oxford Lanes
Feeling competitive? Grab some friends and hit up the lanes. Whether you’re a bumper bowler or battling for the perfect game, you’ll still have a great time!
10. Take fall pictures with friends
Grab a few friends and head somewhere scenic, like the Formal Gardens or Western Campus to take advantage of the changing leaves and lesser traffic this weekend. You’ll love having a few photos to look back on your quiet weekend.
