17 Southern Events & Happenings: November 2025

From festive holiday markets and marathons to food festivals, the South is aglow with exciting seasonal celebrations! Mark your calendar for these fabulous events taking place across the region in November.

November 1, 2025: Sip TN Wine Fest — Memphis, TN

Raise a glass to Tennessee’s Sip TN Wine Fest in Memphis, where wine lovers can sample a wide selection of locally crafted wines, meads, and hard ciders. This one-day celebration also features live music, food vendors, and artisan booths — all supporting Tennessee’s artisanal wine communities. tennesseewines.com

November 1 & 2, 2025: Moss Rock Festival — Birmingham, AL

The Moss Rock Festival lands at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex for a dynamic blend of art, design, nature, and smart-living inspiration. With over 100 juried artists, a craft beer garden, eco-friendly home goods, live music, and family-friendly workshops, it’s a weekend of creativity and connection in the great outdoors. Advance tickets start at $12 in advance, and kids 18 and under get in free. To see a complete list of happenings, visit mossrockfestival.com.

November 3 – 9, 2025: Downtown Dining Week — Memphis, TN

Get ready for a week of delicious discovery during Memphis’s Downtown Dining Week. More than 50 downtown restaurants serve up special menus and deals — perfect for exploring new favorites and supporting the local food scene. To see a complete list of participating restaurants, visit downtownmemphis.com.

November 5 – 9, 2025: Christmas Village Festival — Birmingham, AL

It’s time to deck the halls at the 2025 Christmas Village Festival, returning to the BJCC. This classic holiday tradition showcases a fantastic selection of gifts, handmade crafts, and festive decor. With an array of food vendors, artisan vendors, and interactive activities, it’s the perfect outing for the whole family (and a great place to mark off your gift list!). christmasvillagefestival.com

November 6 – 9, 2025: Seeing Red Wine Festival — Seaside, FL

Dive into a weekend of wine, food, and fun at the Seeing Red Wine Festival, nestled in the picturesque beach town of Seaside. Guests can enjoy wine tastings, culinary delights, and live music — all set against the charm of 30A’s most i30A’s destination. Reservations and more information are available at seasideseeingred.com.

November 7 – 9, 2025: Austin Food & Wine Festival — Austin, TX

At the Austin Food & Wine Festival, you can enjoy samples from over 50 restaurants as you sip wines, brews, and spirits and learn from top chefs during live demos and hands-on grilling sessions. Returning favorites include the “Fire Pit” cooking arena and the exclusive “Made in Texas” kick-off night on November 7. austinfoodandwinefestival.com

November 7 – 9, 2025: Hilton Head Island Oyster Festival — Hilton Head, SC

The Hilton Head Island Oyster Festival serves up three days of Lowcountry flavor and family fun. Enjoy fresh local oysters, live music, a football viewing area, and plenty of food and drink vendors. From the all-you-can-eat Oyster Roast & Lowcountry Boil on Friday to the family-friendly festival on Saturday, it’s a shucking good time you don’t want to miss. hiltonheadoysterfestival.com

November 7, 2025 – January 3, 2026: A Country Christmas — Nashville, TN

Surround yourself in holiday magic at A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland, featuring over a million twinkling lights, festive displays, and the dazzling ICE! attraction featuring scenes from A Charlie Brown Christmas. Similar to years past, additional activities include ice skating, ice tubing, and more. christmasatgaylordopryland.marriott.com

November 8, 2025: Memphis Crafts & Drafts Holiday Market — Memphis, TN

This free, family-friendly event showcases over 85 local artists, makers, and crafters, with a curated selection of handmade goods perfect for holiday shopping. Enjoy live music, a beer garden, and a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates Memphis’s community — taking place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Crosstown Concourse. memphiscraftsanddrafts.com

November 8, 2025 – January 1, 2026: 50 Nights of Lights — Cleveland, MS

Cleveland transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland, with over 1 million lights illuminating downtown. This free, family-friendly event features themed displays along Sharpe Street, including a musical tribute, Candy Land, and a train-themed area near the Depot and Train Museum. Visitors can enjoy the spectacle by walking the trail or driving through it. 50nightsoflights.com

November 13 – 15, 2025: 49th Annual Chimneyville Arts Festival — Ridgeland, MS

The 2025 Chimneyville Arts Festival returns at the Bill Waller Crafts Center in Ridgeland, Mississippi, for the most handcrafted time of the year! Guests can explore live studio demonstrations, shop one-of-a-kind handmade works, and celebrate the rich tradition of fine Southern craft — from hand-dyed silks and artisan jewelry to pottery, glass, woodwork, and more. mscrafts.org

November 14 – 16, 2025: Festival of Lights & Trees — Louisville, KY

Celebrate the season at the 36th Annual Festival of Trees & Lights, a holiday tradition benefiting Norton Children’s Hospital through a winter wonderland featuring hundreds of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and greenery — all available for purchase to support pediatric care. Enjoy free activities with admission, including photos with Santa, children’s outdoor Elf Town, a ride-on train, and Hanukkah festivities. nortonchildrens.com

November 14, 2025 – January 3, 2026: Lights Under Louisville — Louisville, KY

Lights Under Louisville lights up the underground realm of Louisville Mega Cavern for a beautiful drive-through spectacle filled with over 7 million points of light, more than 40 themed displays, laser tunnels, holiday music, and magical cavern visuals. Tickets start around $42.99 for a standard vehicle pass, with premium upgrades available. lightsunderlouisville.com

November 20 – December 14, 2025: Home for the Holidays Showhouse — Atlanta, GA

Step inside a designer showhouse in historic Brookhaven, reimagined by 15 acclaimed interior designers to celebrate the season. Presented by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles and benefiting the Atlanta History Center, this year’s edition features a modern, Art Nouveau-inspired architectural design and opens to the public Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Daily tickets are $45. atlantaholidayhome.com

November 21 – 22, 2025: Dickens of a Christmas — Hernando, MS

Step back in time at Hernando’s Dickens of a Christmas, where downtown transforms into a charming Victorian village filled with festive sights, sounds, and holiday cheer. Enjoy the beloved Tree Lighting, as well as the Farmers Market Christmas Market, ice skating, carriage and trolley rides, high tea, Santa photos, live characters, and family-friendly crafts and activities. New this year, explore Tiny Tim’s Village and join the Gingerbread Adventure for even more seasonal fun. eventeny.com

November 21, 2025 – January 4, 2026: 11th Annual Holiday LIGHTS — Nashville, TN

Cheekwood’s Holiday LIGHTS transforms the gardens into a glowing winter wonderland with a one-mile trail featuring over a million twinkling lights and a 28-foot “Pixel Pine” as the centerpiece. Visitors can warm up with hot cocoa or seasonal cocktails, roast s’mores at a fire pit, and wander through the Holiday Marketplace before exploring the beautifully decorated Historic Mansion — this year styled by former Chief White House Florist Laura Dowling. cheekwood.org

November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026: Holly Jolly Holidays — Oxford, MS

Step into a winter wonderland in Oxford! Beginning November 22, mTrade Park transforms with beloved traditions like Oxford on Ice, the enchanting Walk of Lights, and cozy evenings of skating, s’mores, and seasonal cheer. For additional details, click HERE.

Here’s to an amazing November!

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To see more great Southern events, visit our Happenings calendar.