From holiday celebrations and marathons to food festivals and more, the South lights up during the holidays! Mark your calendar for these fabulous events taking place across the region during the month of November.
November 1 & 2, 2024: 2024 Mountainfilm on Tour — Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Mountainfilm on Tour is a two-night outdoor film festival at WaterColor® Marina Park Amphitheater that’s dedicated to educating, inspiring, and motivating audiences about important issues. Gates open at 5:45 p.m., and films begin at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $50 each. watercolorresort.com
November 1 – 3, 2024: Austin Food & Wine Festival — Austin, TX
Sample some of Austin’s best food, wine, beer, and spirits during this exciting three-day event! Now in its 13th year, the festival takes place at Auditorium Shores and offers interactive demonstrations, tasting sessions, and meet and greets with professional chefs. Single-day tickets start at $195. austinfoodandwinefestival.com
November 2 & 3, 2024: Moss Rock Festival — Birmingham, AL
Now in its 19th year, the Moss Rock Festival brings artists, makers, and scientists together to celebrate sustainability with interactive exhibits, local art, and unique shopping. Taking place at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex, this is the perfect place to explore fresh ideas, enjoy tasty food truck fare, and discover eco-friendly finds. To see a complete list of happenings, visit mossrockfestival.com.
November 3, 2024: South Carolina Oyster Festival — Columbia, SC
Whether you prefer your oysters fried or mixed in with gumbo, South Carolina’s annual Oyster Festival offers a bit of everything! Taking place on the grounds of the Historic Hampton-Preston Mansion, the event includes steamed oysters for sale by the bucket, live music, and arts and crafts. Tickets are $5 in advance or $10 at the gate. scoysterfest.com
November 4 – 10, 2024: Downtown Dining Week — Memphis, TN
Support the downtown Memphis restaurant community during this beloved annual event! Celebrate great food, great people, and the great city of Memphis at participating restaurants, including Aldo’s Pizza Pies, Slider Inn, Paulette’s, Old Dominick Distillery, and many more. To see a complete list of restaurants, visit downtownmemphis.com.
November 6 – 10, 2024: Christmas Village Festival — Birmingham, AL
It’s time to deck the halls at the 2024 Christmas Village Festival, returning to the BJCC this month! The beloved holiday tradition showcases an incredible selection of unique gifts, artisan crafts, and festive decor. With a delightful array of food vendors, artisan vendors, and interactive activities, it’s the perfect outing for the whole family. christmasvillagefestival.com
November 8, 2024 – January 4, 2025: A Country Christmas — Nashville, TN
Returning for another year, Gaylord Opryland’s Country Christmas offers fun for the entire family. This year’s premier event, ICE!, features larger-than-life ice sculptures and immersive scenes from Frosty the Snowman. Similar to years past, additional activities include ice skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, ice tubing, and more. christmasatgaylordopryland.marriott.com
November 8, 2024 – January 4, 2025: Lights Under Louisville — Louisville, KY
Take a drive through Louisville’s Mega Cavern to experience the only underground holiday light show in the world! The annual event boasts over 900 light displays, numerous light tunnels, holiday music, and more than seven million points of light — plus popular Christmas music. Tickets start at $42.99 per vehicle. lightsunderlouisville.com
November 9, 2024: Memphis Crafts & Drafts Holiday Market — Memphis, TN
The Memphis Crafts & Drafts Holiday Market is a free shopping experience hosting local crafters, artists, and makers. Plus, you can enjoy a diverse selection of regional and local beer at the Crafts & Drafts Beer Garden. The festival takes place at Crosstown Concourse, and event hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. memphiscraftsanddrafts.com
November 11, 2024 – January 1, 2025: 50 Nights of Lights — Cleveland, MS
Visit Downtown Cleveland to witness one million dazzling Christmas lights that you can walk or drive through. In addition to light displays, attendees can enjoy featured events like a movie night, ice skating, and carriage rides. The best part? The event is free to attend! 50nightsoflights.com
November 13 – 17, 2024: 3rd Annual Alys Beach Crafted — Alys Beach, FL
Alys Beach Crafted celebrates the local talent that enriches life along the Scenic Highway 30A stretch. Hosting craftspeople from around the country, the five-day celebration includes events like the Firkin Fête, Spirited Soirée, the Holiday Makers’ Market, and Pickleball & Picklebacks. Tickets for events begin at $50. alysbeachcrafted.com.
November 15 – 17, 2024: Festival of Lights & Trees — Louisville, KY
The Festival of Trees & Lights returns to Louisville Slugger Field this month! The annual celebration includes trees, wreaths, and holiday decor for sale to benefit Norton Children’s Hospital. Attendees can also enjoy photos with Santa, children’s crafts, shopping, and more. Admission is $15 for adults (ages 13-64), $12 for children (ages 3-12), and $10 for seniors (ages 65+). Purchase tickets HERE.
November 21 – December 15, 2024: Home for the Holidays Showhouse — Atlanta, GA
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Magazine once again hosts the Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse benefiting The Atlanta History Center. The 2024 house sits on over 1.5 acres and has been meticulously built and designed by Firelight Homes, Tish Mills Interiors, Kirk Design, Floralis Design, and more. General admission is $45. atlantaholidayhome.com
November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025: 10th Annual Holiday LIGHTS — Nashville, TN
Cheekwood’s annual Holiday LIGHTS returns this month! Enjoy the sights of the gardens as they’re decorated from top to bottom with thousands of twinkling lights. Additional events include a holiday market, s’mores, holiday decor in the mansion, and more. The event begins nightly at 4:30 p.m., and entry is included with garden admission. cheekwood.org
November 23, 2024 – January 5, 2025: Holly Jolly Holidays — Oxford, MS
Now in its fifth year, Oxford’s Holly Jolly Holidays event is moving to mTrade Park in 2024! Throughout the holiday season, you can enjoy ice skating, beautiful light displays, and visits with Santa. For additional details, visit hollyjollyoxford.holiday.
November 28, 2024: 30A 10K — Rosemary Beach, FL
Offering a course that winds through the stunning towns along Highway 30A, this race offers something for everyone — from a 10K run to a family-friendly 5K and 1-mile fun run. Plus, on the day before the event, you can enjoy food, shopping, live music, games, and more when you pick up your race packet. Registration starts at $45, and the 30A 10K donates a portion of proceeds to local charities, making this race a meaningful part of your holiday season. 30a10k.com
Here’s to a fabulous November!
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