40 Quotes That'll Make You More Excited for Fall Than a Pumpkin Spice Latte

The holiday season might be known as the most wonderful time of the year, but we'd argue that fall is a close second. In addition to Halloween and Thanksgiving, there is so much to look forward to in the fall, from cool, crisp temperatures and stunning shades of red, orange, and yellow leaves to the seasonal movies (and books!) that are best enjoyed under cuddly blankets. Autumn is the season of all things pumpkin spice (think: candles, cocktails, cookies, and cake). Plus, there is no shortage of outdoor activities to try, from attending a fall harvest festival to visiting a scary haunted house.

This year, the autumnal equinox falls on Thursday, September 22, and it should come as no surprise that you might find yourself wanting to pay tribute to the coziest season of the year. To help you do just that, we've rounded up the best fall quotes from poets, authors, and wise writers. Some of these quotes about autumn are short and sweet (do not miss the one from F. Scott Fitzgerald), while others are longer and more lyrical (hello, Maya Angelou), and a few are even humorous (looking at you, Henry David Thoreau). Whether you're searching for a message to inspire your seasonal decorating or you're simply trying to get in the sweater weather spirit, you can't go wrong with any of these quotes about autumn, all of which capture the beauty of the season.