77 Fabulous Things To Do This November In Atlanta
The return of mulled wine, Mariah Carey, and magical ATL moments! ✨
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The return of mulled wine, Mariah Carey, and magical ATL moments! ✨
We hope you’re having a fantasic fall so far, and with the holidays just around the corner, the city is full of awesome things to do, from cozy outdoor dining to outdoor art installations, peak fall foliage (in the beginning of the month) to the holiday markets and festive things to do, all about to open up shop! Check out our recommendations for an unforgettable November in Atlanta, below.
There are so many spectacular places to check out the fall foliage. Get your pumpkin spice latte to-go, and make the most of the remanence of the greatest season of (f)all! Check out a few recommendations below, or for our full roundup, click here.
If you haven’t been to Underground Atlanta for The Art of Banksy: Without Limits, then you are missing out. This unbeatable exhibition boasts more than 140 pieces and provides incredible insight on the world’s most famous street artist.
Don’t miss out. Make sure you book your tickets for this spectacular exhibition!
The breathtaking Candlelight concert series is continuously transforming Atlanta’s most beautiful venues into a candlelit musical paradise. Experience classical music like never before, bathed in gorgeous Candlelight, with so many unmissable themed evenings to check out. Here’s what’s happening this month:
If you’ve always dreamed of roaming an African savanna, then Illuminarium is the place for you. This knock-out immersive experience has already become a beloved part of the BeltLine. By day, you can come face-to-face with lions, giraffes, elephants, and more! By night, Illuminarium becomes one of Atlanta’s hottest bars.
Every Thursday, the Trap Music Museum hosts an epic celebration, celebrating all things trap! You’ll get a private tour of the museum, and a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival. There’s even happy hour specials, if you wish to keep the party going throughout your visit. There’s immersive art, touching tributes, and informative exhibitions nestled throughout the beloved museum, founded by T.I.
With evenings getting cooler and Georgia’s gorgeous climate all year round, nothing beats enjoying a couple of drinks out on one of the outdoor patios available at some of Atlanta’s finest eateries. Check out some of our recommendations below.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you probably know that Pullman Yards has been magically transformed into a breathtaking exhibit. Artwork from the iconic post-impressionist painter Vincent Van Gogh comes to life in a 360-degree digital spectacle that’s currently illuminating and transforming.
Make sure you book your tickets for this mind-blowing exhibition!
Puzzling Adventures™ host this epic experience that’s part scavenger hunt, part informative self-guided tour, mixed with The Amazing Race®. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. Explore the ATL and have an awesome time in the process. Click here for more information and tickets.
There’s always something going on at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. With the holidays just around the corner, it’s almost time for their epic lights spectacle to return. Thousands and thousands of lights will transform the enchanting gardens into a Winter Wonderland. It’s all set to return on November 13, so make sure you get your tickets for this beloved holiday tradition in Atlanta. Click here for more information.
Surprise your senses and test out your taste buds at this Dining in the Dark experience. Just choose from a veggie, seafood, or meat menu, and let your senses do the rest! Eminent psychologists have been advocating dining in the dark as the ultimate taste experience for many years, due to the studies that show 80 percent of people eat with their eyes.
Make sure you reserve your table for this sensational event taking over Atlanta.
If you’re looking to create something special for someone for the holidays, or would like to treat yourself to a creative, boozy workshop, then we have the event for you! This ‘Sip & Smell Candle Making Workshop‘ is the perfect for all aspiring candle making artists out there. Not only will you make your own candle, but you’ll be enjoying a nice glass of wine or Kreyol Sangria, as well as hors d’oeuvres!
Reserve your spot at this awesome workshop, today!
Surprise your partner, or get your friends together, for these incredible mystery picnics in Atlanta. An all-inclusive mystery picnic date experience for two to eight people, with a stunning picnic spread from local artisan producers, including your traditional picnic foods. Check out the two options below:
Make the most of pumpkin spice season, and head to one of the coffee shops below for a knock-out PSL. Or you can check out our ultimate coffee guide, with 15 unbeatable ATL coffeehouses!
Don’t be late for this very important date! An Alice in Wonderland inspired cocktail tea party is coming to Atlanta, and you don’t want to miss it. With curious beverages and even curiouser characters, watch the beloved storybook come to life at this immersive bash! Make sure you book your tickets to avoid disappointment, or it’ll be off with your head!
Guaranteed fun for all the family, Georgia Aquarium is one of Atlanta’s most beloved attractions! It’s actually the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere, boasting several exhibits starring Beluga Whales, penguins, sharks, and so much more!
Atlanta’s craft beer scene is thriving, and there’s no sign of it stopping. Check out our recent roundup of our favorite ATL breweries.
If beer isn’t your thing, how about a crisp, refreshing cider from one of our awesome cideries across the city. Tis’ the season after all! Click here to check out our full cidery roundup.
Coming to the end of a good book? Want to get your holiday shopping done early? These awesome bookshops in Atlanta are perfect for book lovers.
Ponce City Market will be transforming their rooftop this month into a Winter Dreamland complete with igloos for outdoor dining and a Skate the Sky ice skating rink for their annual Holidays on the Roof event!
Speaking of the holidays, the immaculate Callaway Gardens’ Fantasy In Lights display will soon be open to the public to enjoy, as the south’s favorite holiday tradition returns. The event will return on November 19, running until January 3, 2022. There’s even a Christmas Village to check out!
We recently asked our followers on Instagram to share with us their favorite sushi restaurants in Atlanta. Check out a few recommendations below, or the full roundup, here!
From crafty cocktails to robot waiters, check out our roundup of the best crazy ideas that became a reality in Atlanta. Our city has a vast selection of restaurants, bars and experiences that prove anything is possible! And you’ll have a great time in the process. Here are a few we recommend:
Searching for your new cocktail safe haven in Atlanta? Look no further, as we’ve broken down some of the best cocktail bars in the city! Check a few reccs below, or click here for the full roundup.
The LGBTQIA+ theatre group Out Front Theatre have put together an unforgettable line-up for the holidays! Including their production of the 80’s classic, Xanadu. Channel your inner Olivia Newton John and check it out this month.
Xanadu will be going on until November 14. Click here for more information, including tickets and their full holiday line-up.
If you’re looking for even more spectacular art exhibitions in Atlanta, then you don’t have to look far. Here’s some more art exhibitions that we recommend this month.
If you’re a fan of the multi-award winning television show Downton Abbey, then you don’t want to miss out! Watch the characters and the iconic house come to life as your completely immersed in the fascinating social history, culture, and some of the most memorable moments from the show’s six-season run.
For more information on this unmissable exhibition, click here.
Atlanta is home to so many gorgeous hiking trails. With trails for every ability and the colors change in full swing, it’s the perfect time to take a hike in Georgia! We’ve even found one that involves a wine tasting for those who need the extra motivation.
There’s always a new food hall popping up in Atlanta. This year alone we’ve seen a couple outstanding additions to the scene! Check out some of our faves below:
If you have kids, or are young at heart, it’s worth checking out LEGOLAND’s Discovery Center. Meet your favorite Lego stars, and ride family-friendly attractions like their mind-blowing 4D cinema. There’s even a replica of Atlanta made entirely of Lego!
Looking for some show-stopping jazz bars? Atlanta has the spot for you, and Secret Atlanta’s got you covered. Check out our full list of recommendations here, or a few of them below.