17 Easy Fall Outdoor Decorating Ideas, From Wreaths and Doormats to Pumpkins

Subtle, sweet, and whimsical, this washable doormat from Ruggable combines woodland animals with autumnal colors like deep berry red, mustard, and moss green. It’s both mold- and fade-resistant, and good for use indoors or out. Easy to care for and adorable? What more could you ask for in a doormat?

If classic and understated is your ideal aesthetic, then these pre-lit faux pumpkins will perfectly fit your outdoor display. Place them near your doorstep (or another covered area) and let them illuminate your entryway beautifully. The painterly look provides a more designer look, and the simple 24-hour timer makes it easy to control when the pumpkins stay lit.

For the perfect blend of trick and treat, these lit ghosts will sit boo-tifully on any covered porch or entryway. Choose from a whole family of sheet phantom characters: a variety of small to XL ghosts; a ghost dog; ghost cat; a little ghost girl; ghost witch; a set of three hanging ghosts; and a hanging ghost bat.

Welcome the season with a hand-crafted wreath featuring stems of yarrow, hydrangea, millet, wheat, and eucalyptus. This beautiful arrangement brings the natural beauty of fall right to your door and will delight everyone who comes to call!

Brighten up your outdoor space with a charming illuminated pumpkin or two. These stunning decorations feature iron wire frames wrapped in rattan, all lit up with twinkling lights. They’re the perfect way to add a warm, festive glow to your fall evenings!

Drape this gorgeous autumn wreath on your door for a touch of fall charm that will last through this season and beyond. The lovely mix of eucalyptus leaves and faux berries embraces the fall season in shades of rust orange, olive green, plum, and burgundy. (This is a faux foliage find that should be arranged in a sheltered outdoor space, by the way!)

Celebrate autumn right at your doorstep with this vibrant doormat featuring beautifully painted leaves. It’s a warm and welcoming touch that sets the tone for the season from the moment guests arrive.

There’s something so magical about floating candles. Plus, you could pair them with pumpkins, garlands, and a few colorful plants and keep them up from September through Halloween. 

Fall decorating ideas for outside don’t start and stop at pumpkins. Mix up your spread with an illuminated twiggy tree that perfectly embodies the spooky nighttime autumn vibe. Add in a gothic planter like we see here and place one on either side of your entryway for a ghoulish welcome.

Add a burst of fall color to your outdoor space with a faux plant featuring vibrant orange mums. These low-maintenance beauties will bring the essence of autumn to your porch or patio without the hassle of upkeep.

Fall lawn decor like this makes an impact, especially when it’s accompanied by Halloween characters like witches or ghosts. Or, if you’d rather leave the fall decorations to the porch, place it next to a witches broom or some lanterns to complete the look.

Create a stunning focal point for your fall porch display with this live wooden log centerpiece. The rustic birch log is adorned with faux golden leaves, berries, and mini pumpkins, all nestled in a bed of fresh boxwood and fragrant eucalyptus foliage. (But just a note: This item is best for sheltered outdoor spots.)

Transform your porch with this enchanting rattan and jute broom adorned with twinkling fairy lights. The perfect blend of rustic charm and whimsical sparkle, this magical piece will light up your evenings with a cozy glow.

Spruce up the front of your house with a blaze of fall foliage by hanging this maple leaf garland around a door or archway. Go maximalist and wrap additional garlands around the railings of your steps or porch for a festive pop.

A fall stoop or pathway isn’t complete without some traditional lanterns to help light the way. These outdoor metal lanterns are made from soda lime glass and mild steel and are built to last for years to come. Add in battery-operated pillar candles and there you have it: Easiest ambience ever!

One of the first things guests see when they arrive at your home is the front door. Add this beautiful, bright wreath that incorporates red berries, eucalyptus leaves, and tiny pumpkins.

If you’re more into understated, neutral tones, this handmade corn husk wreath makes an elegant door accent, especially in contrast to a black, brown, navy blue, or other dark colored door. Plus, its neutral hue will fit classic, contemporary, and rustic design styles.