Top Florida Events in November 2025
We’ve scoured the state and are sharing our favorite Florida festivals in November 2025.
With the nice fall weather making its way here and the holidays coming up around the corner, fun events are plentiful throughout the state.
Florida Seafood Festival – Apalachicola
When: October 31st and November 1st, 2025
Where: Historic Downtown Apalachicola, 1 Bay Ave, Apalachicola, FL 32320
More information: The 61st Annual Florida Seafood Festival is held in Historic Downtown Apalachicola.
This popular Florida event in November includes a Redfish Run, Oyster Eating contests, a Parade, a large Carnival, and Blue Crab races.
See a variety of artists, listen to live music, and shop from local artisans while eating delicious seafood.
This event is family-friendly. Don’t miss the Blue Crab Races! Kids under 12 can join in the fun for free, with races happening every hour from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Thanks to Fisherman’s Choice in Eastpoint, every child walks away with a prize!
Learn more about the event from the Florida Seafood Festival website.
While you’re in the area, make sure to check out: Getaway to Authentic Apalachicola
Florida International Air Show – Punta Gorda
When: November 1st and 2nd, 2025
Where: Punta Gorda Airport, 27100 Jones Loop Rd., Punta Gorda, FL 33982
More information: The Florida International Air Show is a two-day event in Punta Gorda that is all about aviation. The show features many different aircraft and vehicles.
The air show starts at 12 pm each day, promising amazing performances of a variety of aircraft with jaw-dropping flights and formations.
Learn more from the official Florida Air Show website.
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Boca Raton Fine Art Show
When: November 1st and 2nd, 2025
Where: Sanborn Square Park, 72 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432
More information: The Boca Raton Fine Art Show is a great Florida event to attend in November.
The show takes place in Downtown Boca Raton, featuring original, handmade art from a variety of juried artists.
This event is free to attend.
Learn more from the official event Facebook page.
Stone Crab Jam Music Festival – Crystal River
When: November 1st, 2025
Where: Bayside, 311 NE 4th Ave, Crystal River, FL 34429
More information: The 18th Annual Stone Crab Jam Music Festival is a fun Florida event that combines seafood with live music.
Experience stone crab, live bands, local vendors, and more at this festival that benefits charity.
Learn more from the official event website.
Right Whale Festival – Fernandina Beach
When: November 1st and 2nd, 2025
Where: Main Beach Park, 32 N Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
More information: The Right Whale Festival is an event that is all about the annual return of endangered North Atlantic right whales to Northeast Florida.
The right whales are drawn to the warm coastal waters to birth and nurse their young.
The festival is a free event that brings public awareness to the whales with interactive displays where guests can learn more about protecting these species from extinction.
There is also live music, food trucks, and more.
Learn more from the official event website.
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Tiki Fever – Sarasota
When: November 6th through the 8th, 2025
Where: Golden Host Resort and Bahi Hut Lounge, 4675 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234
More Information: Join in on one of the most intimate tiki events on the planet.
Tiki Fest happens at the iconic Golden Host Resort in Sarasota and the Bahi Hut Lounge and is jam-packed with fun activities and entertainment.
For more information, check out the Tiki Fever Website.
While in the area, check out the Top Things To Do in Sarasota.
North Jetty Park Food Truck Rally – Nokomis
When: November 7th, 2025
Where: North Jetty Park, 1000 S Casey Key Road, Nokomis, FL 34275
More Information: Head to North Jetty Park in Sarasota County for the North Jetty Park Food Truck Rally.
This family-friendly event has games, music, and a great selection of local food trucks.
Learn more from the official event website.
Orlando Greek Fest
When: November 7th through the 9th, 2025
Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando, 1217 Trinity Woods Ln, Maitland, FL 32751
More information: Orlando GreekFest is a 3-day event held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando in Maitland.
The event will have popular and authentic Greek food options, like roast chicken, spanakopita, dolmades, gyros, and Greek salad.
There’s a selection of desserts, such as baklava, and a variety of cookies and cakes.
Dance performances with performers from Holy Trinity’s Hellenic Dance program are held throughout the weekend. Listen to live music by the trio, A Night in Athens.
Immerse yourself in Greek culture in this fun, family-friendly event.
Learn more about the event at Orlando Greek Fest.
While you’re in the area, make sure to check out: Top Things to Do in Maitland, Florida
Artisans in the Garden – Tallahassee
When: November 8th, 2025
Where: Tallahassee Nurseries, 2911 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308
More information: Attend the 29th Annual Artisans in the Garden event at Tallahassee Nurseries, featuring over 50 local artists.
Explore the city’s oldest and largest plant nursery while listening to live music and partaking in coffee, desserts, and other treats from local food trucks.
This event is pet-friendly.
Learn more about the event from Tallahassee Nurseries.
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When: November 8th, 2025
Where: 5835 Avenue G, McIntosh, FL 32664 (On Highway 441 between Gainesville and Ocala)
About the event: The McIntosh 1890s Festival is located in the old Victorian town of McIntosh in Marion County.
With over 250 vendors and up to 40,000 visitors, 2025 marks this event’s 51st anniversary. It should be on everyone’s must-attend list.
Enjoy quality arts, crafts, antiques, custom jewelry, and homemade goodies at this free hometown event.
Not only are there incredible vendors, but you can enjoy live music and so much more.
For more information, visit the McIntosh 1890s Festival Event Website.
Jacksonville PorchFest – Jacksonville
When: November 8th, 2025
Where: Sesquicentennial Park, 1527 N Main St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
More information: Jacksonville PorchFest is held at Sesquicentennial Park in Historic Springfield.
The event includes over 25 musicians/bands who perform on porches throughout the neighborhood’s east side.
There are vendors selling everything from food to fine art. This event is family-friendly and pet-friendly.
Proceeds of PorchFest will go toward supporting local art-related activities.
Learn more about the event on the official website.
While you’re in the area, make sure to check out: Top Things to Do in Downtown Jacksonville
Downtown ArtWalk – Panama City, FL
When: November 8th, 2025
Where: Historic Downtown Panama City, Panama City, FL
More information: Downtown ArtWalk is a fun Florida event in Historic Downtown Panama City.
During ArtWalk, art galleries are open late. Artists perform live demonstrations. There’s also live music, snacks, and raffles.
Learn more from the official event Facebook page.
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild – Sanford
When: Select nights – November 14th, 2025, through January 18th, 2026
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 3755 W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771
More information: Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild is a cool nighttime event that takes place at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.
The annual event celebrates traditional Asian lantern festivals with dazzling displays of hand-constructed lanterns installed on a path in the zoo that spans ¾ of a mile.
Tickets for this event must be purchased in advance. Tickets are $20. Children 2 and under are admitted for free.
Learn more from the official event website.
Check out the article about how we experienced the Lantern Fest first-hand: Central Florida Zoo’s Asian Lantern Festival.
While in the area, check out the Best Things to Do in Sanford, FL
Orlando Beer Fest
When: November 15th, 2025
Where: Festival Park – 2911 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32803
More Information: Don’t miss the largest beer festival in Orlando. Enjoy hundreds of varieties of beer, ciders, seltzers, spirits, and cocktails from dozens of local, regional, and national breweries and companies.
You will also enjoy live music and DJs, a spacious interactive game zone with carnival games, giant beer pong, and college football streaming on a jumbotron.
Learn more on the Orlando Beer Festival Website.
17th Annual A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale – A1A Scenic Byways
When: November 15th, 2025
Where: From Fernandina Beach to Ponce Inlet all along Florida Scenic Highways.
More information: The A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale spans over 150 miles of Florida’s East Coast, from Fernandina Beach to Ponce Inlet.
Explore lovely coastal communities while shopping for incredible deals.
Learn more from the official Scenic A1A website.
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Christmas Market – Crestview
When: November 15th, 2025
Where: Courthouse Terrace, 121 Courthouse Terrance, Crestview, FL
More information: The 2025 Christmas Market is a Florida November event in Downtown Crestview that includes plenty of opportunities to shop from local vendors.
Find unique Christmas gifts for everyone on your list while enjoying music and food at this fun market.
Learn more about the event from the official website.
Sanding Ovations Master Cup 2025– Treasure Island Beach
When: November 20th through the 23rd and November 29th and 30th, 2025
Where: Treasure Island Gulf Front Park, 10424 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, FL 33706
More information: Sanding Ovations is a master sand sculpting exhibition held at Treasure Island Gulf Front Park.
See stunning sand creations and enjoy live music and vendors at this fun event.
Learn more from the official Sanding Ovations Facebook page.
Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden – Naples
When: November 28th, 2025 through January 4th, 2026
Where: 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112
More Information: Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden is a ticketed event taking place at the Naples Botanical Garden.
This popular nighttime event has the gardens decked out in stunning lights, illuminating the property with the holiday spirit.
Make sure to book your tickets in advance, as most nights are likely to sell out.
Learn more from the official event website.
While in the area, don’t miss our Ultimate Guide to Naples, Florida.
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