Are you searching for the best events and festivals in Florida in November 2024? Thanks for visiting. Please use the links below to find fun events for all ages.
Florida hosts some amazing events and festivals. Each month I hope to take a look at a dozen or so of these in hopes of bringing you fun, exciting, and unexpected ways to enjoy our state.
If you have an event or know of one coming up that you feel should be highlighted, please drop me a line with as much information as you can, including a website. I’ll be glad to include your suggestions in future posts. Maybe we can work together and put together a promotional post for your event.
I have listed events in date order.
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November 1st and 2nd 61st Annual Apalachicola Florida Seafood Festival
The festival features delicious seafood, arts and crafts exhibits, seafood related events, Musical Entertainment. Some of the notable events include Oyster Eating and Oyster Shucking contest, Blue Crab Races, Photo Contest, Parade, 5k Redfish Run, The Blessing of the Fleet, History of the Festival Exhibit and Tonging For Treasure.
They make a point on their website in bold lettering that pets are not welcome and go further with a long paragraph about it. This is unneeded in my view but it’s not my event.
November 2nd and 3rd Right Whale Festival Fernandina Beach
The Right Whale Festival celebrates the annual return of endangered North Atlantic right whales to the warm coastal waters off northeast Florida and Georgia, where they give birth to and nurse their young.
With less than 360 remaining, this family fun event raises awareness of the threats to right whales and how we can help in their recovery. The festival highlights efforts to protect these whales from extinction, as well as ocean-themed activities and exhibits that emphasize education and environmentally responsible adventures and products.
Free Admission – Come early and spend the day! Music, kids events, a kids obstacle course, mermaids and pirates, rescue vessels, movie in the park, and more.
November 2nd and 3rd Florida International Air Show Punta Gorda
Witness the United States Air Foce F-16 Viper Demo Team. The Chuters Jump Team will perform precision aerial demonstrations. Aerobatic flier Patty Wagstaff will be on hand. And much, much more.
No pets. outside food or drinks. beach umbrellas or ticket refunds.
Bring your own folding chairs.
Multiple ticket options. Check online to purchase in advance.
November 7th through 10th Daytona Beach Greek Festival
Join the fun at the 47th Daytona Beach Greek Festival. Enjoy food, music, dancing, and vendors. Free parking and shuttle are available.
Be Greek for a day!
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November 9 and 10 Country Bay Music Festival Miami
Country music’s top stars arrive in Miami for a weekend like no other.
November 10 South Florida Seafood Festival Miami
Get hooked on the 11th Annual South Florida Seafood Festival at its new home in The Wynwood Marketplace!
Attendees can expect to indulge in some of South Florida’s most notable seafood cuisines from our local favorites. With 30+ local seafood favorites, 10+ of Miami’s finest chefs firing up our Kitchen Lab in live demonstrations, amazing cocktails that will make you reel, live tunes all day, a vendor market, sponsor activations, family fun activities, and more!
Early bird, general admission tickets start at only $12. Tickets will cost more at the door and are not guaranteed. Event is rain or shine. No refunds.
November 15th and 16th Florida Surf Film Festival New Smyrna Beach
Featuring the best in surf documentary filmmaking. They show films that invigorate surf culture with surfing as a focus along with story driven narratives.
They offer quarterly film festivals along with their Surf Stories Podcast which you can access on your preferred podcast provider.
November 16 and 17 Orlando Taco Festival
We showcase the best local taco restaurants & eateries and food trucks near you, get ready for TACO HEAVEN!! Enjoy tons of different TACOS, margarita bars, tequila flights, ice cold beer, live bands & DJs on stage all day long, Lucha Libre live wrestling, and so much more.
Get your tickets online. The earlier you buy, the less expensive they are. Hint, hint. Click the photo or link to visit the website.
November 21st through 24th 34th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship Fort Myers Beach
The 34th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship on Fort Myers Beach promises to be an extraordinary event, showcasing the incredible talents of World Class Master Sand Sculptors. With the addition of the Advanced Amateur State Championship and an Amateur contest, it offers a unique opportunity for artists of different skill levels to demonstrate their creativity.
The event is not just about the competition; it’s a celebration of art, community, and family fun. The vendor village will provide an array of shopping options, while children can engage in a variety of activities designed just for them. The inclusion of food stands, live music, and the welcoming of furry friends ensures that every family member, on two legs or four, can enjoy a day filled with excitement and entertainment.
It’s an event that encapsulates the spirit of community and the joy of artistic expression, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Fort Myers Beach.
Buy tickets in advance online.
November 23rd and 24th Fall Festival of the Arts DeLand
The Fall Festival of the Arts in DeLand returns on November 23-24, showcasing over 150 artists along Woodland Boulevard. Enjoy free entry, live music, local cuisine, and creative activities for kids. A weekend bursting with art from paintings to pottery awaits!
November 28 through December 1 51st Annual Daytona Turkey Run Daytona Beach
Whether you want to show off your car, are looking to purchase a classic car, want to buy or sell auto parts and memorabilia, or just make contacts in the industry. The Daytona Turkey run is for you. Enjoy special night time events or maybe take in the Hops and Hoods Beer Festival featuring over 40 breweries and more than 120 beers.
Tickets are $20 per day.
Click the link for all the information you need whether you are looking to sell, buy, or browse. It’s a great Thanksgiving tradition as only Daytona Beach can offer.
To conclude, I want to thank you for reading my listing of the best events and festivals in Florida in November 2024. Check back every month otherwise you might miss out on a great event you did not know about. If you are sponsoring or hosting an upcoming event, drop me a line so I can include it. Maybe we can work together on a blog post and social media posts to promote the event. Let’s hear your ideas.
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click these links and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission. This commission does not affect any price that you pay. Affiliate programs or sponsors providing products do not influence my views and opinions.