Songs
This band's hit song asks, “Do you remember the 21st night of September?”
Earth, Wind & Fire
What fall dessert consists of fruit baked beneath a biscuit or cake-like topping?
Cobbler
What astronomical event marks the beginning of fall in the Northern Hemisphere?
The autumnal equinox
Despite its name, Oktoberfest traditionally begins in which month?
September
Over 33 million people participate in this activity the week before football season starts
Fantasy Football
This Green Day’s song about September was made popular in 2004
“Wake Me Up When September Ends”
What type of squash can be used as a substitute for pumpkin in pies and has a naturally sweet, orange flesh?
Butternut squash
What date does the autumnal equinox occur this year?
September 22
In the United Kingdom, what celebration traditionally gives thanks for the successful gathering of crops?
Harvest Festival
What NFL team plays its home games at Lambeau Field?
The Green Bay Packers
“Autumn in New York” was famously recorded by Ella Fitzgerald and which jazz trumpeter?
Louis Armstrong
What spice is traditionally made from the dried, ground bark of a tree and is a key ingredient in pumpkin pie spice?
Cinnamon
During the autumnal equinox, approximately how many hours of daylight and darkness occur?
About 12 hours each
What fall festival is celebrated in Germany with parades, food, and the traditional blessing of the harvest?
Erntedankfest
What are the only two NFL teams to win the Super Bowl at their own home stadiums?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Rams
“September Song” was famously recorded by which legendary singer known as “Ol’ Blue Eyes”?
Frank Sinatra
What kind of apples are often preferred for baking because they hold their shape and have a tart flavor?
Granny Smith apples
What weather system can produce strong winds and heavy rain as it moves across the northeastern United States during fall?
A nor’easter
This festival is also known as Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival. It is a harvest celebration in Chinese culture.
Mid-Autumn Festival (September 25th)
Which two teams faced off in the longest NFL game ever played?
Tennessee Titans and Miami Dolphins (seven hours and eight minutes)
Which band recorded “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season),” a song about the changing seasons?
The Byrds
Which spice comes from the dried flower buds of a tropical evergreen tree and is commonly found in pumpkin spice blends?
Cloves
What weather condition can cause leaves to turn brown rather than displaying vibrant colors?
Drought or extreme environmental stress
This Hindu Festival of Lights, is typically celebrated in the fall in the Northern Hemisphere?
Diwali
Which NFL team plays its home games at Soldier Field, one of the league's oldest stadiums?
The Chicago Bears