It’s November and we all know what that means! We’re looking forward to cozy weather, holiday fun, and so much more! So whether you’re hanging onto the last little bit of fall or you’re already putting up the fake snow for the wintery months, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this November! Keep scrolling to see all our super fun recommendations for the month!
1. Set sail on an emotional journey with Titanic: An Immersive Voyage
If you’re a history buff, you’ve definitely got to check out Titanic: An Immersive Voyage. You’ll set sail and learn all about the true history of this devastating historic event. And then watch for yourself as the ship sinks and sends out distress signals. This is an incredibly emotional experience, so make sure to bring your tissues!
You can also put on a VR headset and learn even more about the shipwreck, the people aboard, and so much more.
Get your tickets for this one-of-a-kind experience here.2. Check out these ATL hotspots for fall foliage
The beginning of November is peak fall foliage time in Atlanta! You definitely don’t want to miss out on all the changing leaves and beautiful colors. From remote forests to Atlanta’s favorite parks, we’ve got your hookup for the best spots to view the leaves!
- Piedmont Park
- Agnes Scott College
- Dunwoody Nature Center
3. Celebrate the arts at the Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival
With more than 185 local artists, including painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft artisans, glass blowers, jewelers and so many more, you’re in for an absolute treat at the Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival!
Bring the whole family, and don’t forget your pups! There will be local food vendors and a child’s play area as well!
Saturday, November 2nd from 10am – 5pm and Sunday, November 3rd from 11am – 5pm.
Chastain Park Fall Arts Festival is located in Buckhead, at Chastain Park.
Address: 4469 Stella Dr., Atlanta, GA 30327
4. Experience an enchanting Candlelight concerts
A candlelit concert is the perfect way to spend the coziest month of all! Spend your evening surrounded by thousands of twinkling LED candles, and enjoy the lovely music with special people! Here are some of our recommendations:
- Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, and More
- Candlelight: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
- Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
5. Marvel at over 1 million LED lights at this iconic drive-through light show
Ready to let your holiday spirit glow? Cruise into a winter wonderland at the Glow Light Show in Lawrenceville, where over 1 million dazzling Christmas lights dance in perfect harmony with festive tunes. You’ll be swept away into a world of sparkling lights and holiday cheer at Coolray Field. It’s the merriest (and most budget-friendly) drive of the season!
Come for the lights, stay for the joy – and let the season glow! The show kicks off on Friday, November 15th. Plan your visit here!
6. Check out the Atlanta’s fabulous Festival of Trees
Get ready to step into a magical indoor forest of Christmas trees, at this dazzling event making its grand return to the ATL this November for nine days only. Get some tree-spiraton, or just admire the luminous displays of festive cheer. You can even meet Santa Claus himself at the Festival of Trees, taking place November 23 – December 1, 2024 at the Georgia World Congress Center. For more information on this festive festival, click here.
7. Enjoy the breathtaking return of the Botanical Garden’s holiday lights
Yes, with spooky season officially over, that can only mean one thing! Holiday happenings are going to start popping up all over A-Town. One of the most adored festive traditions here in Atlanta is the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Garden Lights, Holiday Nights. Millions of lights will magically transform the gorgeous grounds, with beloved light installations as well as new additions for 2024.
8. Get excited for the return of holiday markets in the ATL
From the anticipated return of Buckhead’s Christkindl Market to Downtown’s oldest building hosting an unmissable craft market specifically for the holiday season, don’t miss out on all the incredible festive markets in and around A-Townthis Novemeber.
- Atlanta’s Christkindl Market, Buckhead, Beginning November 22nd
- Indie Craft Experience, Yaarab Temple, November 9th – 10th, from 11-5 p.m. both days.
9. Sip on delicious drinks at the Decatur Wine Festival
Sample more than 350 wines from all around the world at the Decatur Wine Festival, hosted by the Decatur Arts Alliance! Attendees will get a commemorative tasting glass, access to tons of local treats, and of course, wine tasting until your heart’s content! Great vibes, great wine, and great community!
Where: On the Square in Downtown, Decatur
When: November 9th, 2024 from 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Learn more on their website here.10. Enjoy the Suwanee Chili Cook Off & Music Festival
With live music, tons of local art vendors, and of course a chili cook-off, the Suwanee Chili Cook Off is not to be missed! The event is free for all, but for $15, you can purchase chili voting chips (Additional voting chips will be available for sale at $5 for two or $10 for five). Festival-goers can also expect food trucks, a kids’ zone, and so much more!
Learn more on their website here!11. Get ready for the holidays at a fun Holiday pop-up bar
Atlanta is known for its incredible holiday pop-up bars! From fun ski-resort themes to Christmas decor and so much more (and even a Christmas Gremlins-themed bar!), we can’t wait to enjoy some delicious drinks and a good theme! Don your best apparel, and head to one of Atlanta’s amazing Holiday pop up bars!
Check out some of the coolest spots in our roundup here!12. Plan the perfect Thanksgiving in Atlanta
Who wants the stress of cooking a Thanksgiving dinner, when you can have everything done for you by eating out at some of Atlanta’s finest culinary gems? Luckily for y’all, we recently rounded up restaurants offering top-notch services for Thanksgiving dinner. Check out some recommendations below or check out our full round-up here!
- Fogo de Chão, Buckhead
- Humble Pie, Juniper Cafe pick-up
- STK, Peachtree Street
- South City Kitchen, Buckhead
13. Internet icons Dan and Phil are coming to the ATL
In a ‘screamingly hilarious new stage show’ Dan and Phil return to talk about all the scandalous stories, hilarious roasts, and plot twists that they never could before. They say,
“If you need to laugh, feel part of a community, and make peace with the past – don’t regret missing Dan and Phil in real life… before Dan has another breakdown and disappears.”
Where: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
When: November 14th @8:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
14. Watch blockbusters at the annual Xfinity Movie Series
If you’re a film fanatic, you’ve gotta check out the annual Xfinity Movie series all November at the Battery! These film events are free to attend, but make sure you grab a snack from one of the nearby businesses, since the Battery doesn’t allow coolers!
- Nov. 1 – “Back to the Future”
- Nov. 8 – “Shrek 2”
- Nov. 15 – “Hulk”
- Nov. 22 – “Fast & Furious”
- Nov. 30 – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (following Tree Lighting)
Where: The Battery Atlanta Plaza Green | 800 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
When: Oct. 11 – Nov. 30 at 7 p.m.
**every Friday night, and Saturday, Nov. 30 which will air immediately following the Christmas Tree Lighting
15. Take your pup to the Great Atlanta Dog Show
If you’re a dog lover in the ATL, you’ve gotta check out the Great Atlanta Dog Show! Benefitting Transitions Pet Care, which is a nonprofit in Atlanta that provides free pet care for the pets of owners diagnosed with major illnesses or are recovering from injuries, or surgeries, the Great Atlanta Dog Show is a day full of fun and fur!
The dog show categories include Precious Puppies, Posh Paws, Magnificent Mixes, and Sassy Seniors and is open to ALL dogs!
Where: Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens | 1010 White Street Southwest Atlanta, GA 30310
When: November 17th, 2024 from 12pm – 4pm
16. See Billie Eilish at the State Farm Arena
If you’re a big Billie fan, you’ve gotta hop on the waiting list to see her while she’s on tour in the ATL on November 2nd and 3rd! And if you can’t grab tickets, you can at least eat at all of Billie’s fav spots in the ATL!
Learn more about her tour on her website here!17. Get spicy at the annual Atlanta Hot Sauce Fest
Get ready for the ~hottest~ event of the year at Hot Sauce Fest! You can enjoy delicious food, amazing entertainment, and an awesome kids’ area, and of course… the best hot sauce in the nation!
Watch or compete as the festival crowns the spice champions with coveted awards like Top Boss Sauce and The Scovillier Award.
Where: Snackbox Studios off Krog Street | 135 Krog Street NE
When: Sunday, November 17th, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
18. Step into a painting at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Calling all art lovers in the ATL! If you’ve ever wanted to know what it felt like to step out of the real world and into the breathtaking beauty of one of Van Gogh’s incredible paintings, November is your chance! You can experience the Dutch painter’s art up close and personal, along with lots of other cool activities!
Perfect for a date night, family outing, or even a hang sesh with friends, you don’t want to miss out on this internationally beloved immersive experience!
Learn more and grab your tickets here!19. Explore Ancient Egypt with Horizon of Khufu: An Immersive Experience
Want to learn about Ancient Egypt and the Pyramids like you never have before? Now’s your opportunity to take a trip through the unseen and unknown parts of the incredible pyramids of the Ancient world. Watch a mummy embalming, learn about the ancient past, and even see the ancient world from the view of the ancient gods! Oh, and the tour guides are a sassy cat and a fumblingly adorable human guide… to add some fun levity to your tour!
Check it out and grab your tickets here!20. Enjoy Dining in the Dark: A Unique Blindfolded Dining Experience at Commerce Club Atlanta
Take your tastebuds on the ultimate adventure by dining blindfolded this November! You’ll be able to choose from three menu options: seafood, meat, and vegan, and from there… just sit back and enjoy the flavors dancing on your tongue!
Perfect for a ~blind~ date, or a fun outing with friends! This delicious meal is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced!
Learn more and grab your tickets here!Enjoy the last full month of fall, Atlanta! And all the fun holiday happenings that are starting to happen!