by Bella Scoma | October 31, 2024

What To Do in Florida This November 

Make your weekend plans based on our curated list of wine festivals, surfing competitions, concert series, book fairs and more.

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North

Find your new favorite wine at the Seeing Red Wine Festival. Photography courtesy of the City of Seaside.

Seeing Red Wine Festival

Seaside
Nov. 7–10

Savor the season with expertly curated wine tastings featuring 33 exceptional wineries, including Phipps Family Cellars, Old Bridge Cellars and Lucie. Sit barside and witness The Battle of the Somms, where some of the United States’s best Master Sommeliers compete head-to-head.

seasideseeingred.com


Enjoy fresh grilled meats and sides at 30A BBQ Festival 2024. Photography courtesy of 20/30north Studios.

30A BBQ Festival 2024

Miramar Beach
Nov. 8

Relish all-you-can-eat BBQ from 16 talented local vendors, enjoy the lively sounds of River Dan and sip craft brews from Grayton Beer Company. 100% of proceeds support the Sonder Project, which helps strengthen impoverished communities around the world, so you’re giving back with every bite.

thesonderproject.org


Panama City Songwriters Festival

Panama CIty Beach
Nov. 8-9

Explore the Emerald Coast as you enjoy performances from more than 40 talented singer-songwriters, some of whom have collaborated with Grammy winners. All proceeds support youth music programs through The Bay Youth Music Association.

pcsongwriters.com


Super Girl Surf Pro

Jacksonville Beach
Nov. 9-10

Catch the wave of female empowerment as the World Surf League’s fiercest females compete for the iconic red cape. Enjoy beach yoga, a live concert series, a bustling festival village and so much more.
supergirljax.com


Spirit in the Land

Jacksonville Beach
Nov. 9–Feb. 9

Step into “Spirit in the Land,” a world-class exhibit in which vibrant outdoor art celebrates the wild beauty of nature and its deep connection to humanity, now on display at Jacksonville’s Cummer Museum. cummermuseum.org


Experience the irresistible aroma of expertly smoked meats as they sizzle on the grill, each cut infused with deep, smoky flavors and perfected with a tender, juicy finish at Pensacola Egg Fest. Photography courtesy of the City of Pensacola.

Pensacola Egg Fest

Pensacola
Nov. 10

Savor barbecue perfection as top grill masters fire up tasty bites on their eponymous Big Green Egg grills. Cast your vote, groove to live tunes and indulge in a day of smoky goodness that helps raise money to fight hunger and cancer in the area.
pensacolaeggfest.com


Pensacola Beach Turkey Trot

Pensacola Beach
Nov. 28

Embrace the spirit of gratitude this Thanksgiving by participating in a seaside 5K, all while raising money for brain cancer research—it’s “poultry” in motion for a great cause.

pensacolabeachturkeytrot.com


Central

Visit the beautiful Morse Museum’s “Tiffany Chapel.” Photography courtesy of the City of Winter Park.

Tiffany Chapel: 25 Years at the Morse

Winter Park
Ongoing

What better way to celebrate 25 years of “Tiffany Chapel,” an intricate glass mosaic by Louis Comfort Tiffany, on exhibition at this beloved Central Florida museum, than with another magnificent work to pair it with? Witness “Fathers of the Church” by Tiffany on view this season.

morsemuseum.org


Ocala Food and Wine Festival

Ocala
Nov. 1-3

Make your way to the rolling hills of Central Florida as the World Equestrian Center hosts the fourth annual celebration of all things cuisine, beer, wine and spirits. Enjoy grand tastings, cocktail hour in the rose gardens, international barbecue and dishes from celebrity chefs such as Esther Choi and Marc Murphy.
worldequestriancenter.com


Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival

Hernando
Nov. 2

Grab your paddle and get ready to row—or pull up a chair and enjoy from the shore—at “The Beast of the Southeast,” one of the largest international Dragon Boat Festivals on Lake Hernando. Join more than 5,000 spectators to watch these shiny, fanged vessels speed their way across the water.

citruseducation.org


Soak up the sun and pound the sand at the Daytona Turkey Trot. Photography courtesy of Daytona Turkey Trot.

Daytona Turkey Trot

Daytona Beach
Nov. 28

What better way to kick off Thanksgiving than with a sunrise 5K on November 28? Lace-up your shoes and prepare to race along Daytona’s breathtaking coastline.

daytonaturkeytrot.com


Writers of Surrealism: Salvador Dali

Saint Petersburg
Now–Jan. 5

Renowned primarily as a painter, Salvador Dalí also made his mark as a writer. This presentation delves into his diverse literary works, showcasing his eccentricity and unique narrative style. Explore his novels, essays and autobiographical writings that mirror his artistic vision.
thedali.org


South

Don’t miss an affair of hooves and high style on Miami’s shores at the Miami Beach Polo World Cup. Photography courtesy of Candace Ferreira.

Miami Beach Polo World Cup

Miami
Nov. 14-17

Saddle up to watch some beach polo, where eight international teams compete with over 120 majestic horses. Experience high-goal matches, stylish events and complimentary general admission for all.

miamipolocup.com


Sarasota International Chalk Festival

Sarasota
Nov. 8-10

Watch as global artists transform the streets into stunning canvases featuring mesmerizing chalk art, interactive 3D illusions and intricate flower “carpets” by master artisans.

chalkfestival.org


Watch the sun dip low as country music fills the air along the shores of Miami at the Country Bay Music Festival. Photography courtesy of the Country Bay Music Festival.

Country Bay Music Festival

Miami
Nov. 9-10

The 305 goes country as it welcomes an unforgettable festival lineup featuring the Zac Brown Band and Carrie Underwood on Miami’s stunning waterfront.
countrybaymusicfestival.com


Step aboard and tour the most stunning boats gracing the Gulf Coast at the 2024 Fort Myers Boat Show. Photography courtesy of the 2024 Fort Myers Boat Show.

2024 Fort Myers Boat Show

Fort Myers
Nov. 14-17

Looking to expand your fleet or upgrade your old boat toy? Experience a stunning display of over 100 manufacturers along the Caloosahatchee River at the 52nd year of this Gulf Coast boat show. Explore a vast array of vessels, engines, electronics and marine services. 
goboatingflorida.com


Reef Revival Fest

Islamorada
Nov. 22

Party for preservation at this free community event honoring the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium’s research efforts and Florida Keys reef tract conservation. Enjoy live music, gourmet food trucks, coral nursery tours and a beer from Florida Keys Brewing Co.

islamoradachamber.com


See Miami’s streets transform into a lively celebration of colors, alive with talented authors and musicians at the Miami Book Fair. Photography courtesy of Mitchell Zachs.

Miami Book Fair

Miami
Nov. 17-24

Celebrate the 40th Miami Book Fair with captivating author talks and lively discussions featuring legends like author and performer Patti Smith, as well as a vibrant street festival.
miamibookfair.com


Siesta Key Turkey Trot

Siesta Key
Nov. 28

Burn the bird with a 3.1-mile run/walk and cross the finish line to get a spread of fresh Publix pastries, juicy fruit and crisp bubbly mimosas.

 raceroster.com