Are you looking for the best events in Florida this November?
You’ve come to the right place!
One weekend you could be dropping your jaw at incredible sand sculptures along the coast, and the next, catching the Blue Angels take to the skies in an epic airshow extravaganza.
Ocean conservation activities, coffee festivals, and amazing art fairs will keep your fall calendar packed with must-see events and festivals this November in Florida.
So, let’s get planning shall we, as I share with you the best things to do in Florida in November.
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Key Takeaways
- Celebrate the yearly return of the endangered North Atlantic right whales and ocean conservation at The Right Whale Festival in Fernandina Beach
- Experience art, music, and culture at the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival in Pensacola
- Check out the sandsational show of sand sculptors from around the world at the American Sand Sculpting Championship in Fort Myers
Keep reading for a full guide to the best things to do in Florida in November.
1. American Sand Sculpting Championship in Fort Myers Beach
Back for its 36th year the American Sand Sculpting Championship is taking over the shores of Fort Myers Beach with the main event at Diamond Head Beach Resort.
This iconic Florida beach event draws over 15,000 fans to see the masterpieces of sand sculptors from 5 different nations and 10 states represented.
It is a sand-sational weekend of activities with hands-on lessons, demonstrations, and quick sand speed sculpting shows.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Shop the Vendors Village of over 60 vendors
- Watch 12 Master Sculptors and 12 Semi Pro Sculptors create sand masterpieces
- Listen to live music, enjoy all the family activities including a sand area for the little ones
- Get your picture taken at the holiday themed sand sculptures for America’s 250th: Stars, Stripes & Sand
- Come stay a few days and book one of the exclusive Stay to Play rates with exclusive discounts
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 19th to 23rd 2026
- Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Cost: General Admission is $5 and kids aged 2 and under are free (2026 pricing TBA)
- Location: 2000 Estero Blvd. Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931
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2. Halifax Art Festival in Daytona Beach
One of the best events in Florida in November, Halifax Art Festival is taking place in historic downtown Daytona Beach with more than 30,000 visitors expected.
There will be over 200 fine artists and artisans from all over the country spread out along Beach Street, live entertainment, activities for the children, and fine dining in many local restaurants and cafes.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Enjoy yummy street food and lots of local eats
- Listen to live music
- Wander amongst the fine arts and craft artisans who have been carefully selected through a jury panel scoring process
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 7th and 8th, 2026
- Time: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Cost: Free to explore
- Location: Along Beach Street between Bay St. & Orange Ave (for GPS directions use 166 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach, Florida)
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3. The Right Whale Festival in Fernandina Beach
The Right Whale Festival in Fernandina Beach is a weekend-long celebration honoring the annual return of the endangered North Atlantic right whales.
With fewer than 370 remaining, these gentle giants return to the warm waters off Florida and Georgia each year to give birth and care for their calves.
There is lots of family fun with kids’ activities like an interactive adventure with prizes from the treasure chest, food trucks, and great live music from local artists.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Check out ocean-themed activities and exhibits like life-size whale inflatables to see their enormous size and walk inside to discover more of their biology
- Come face to face with actual baleen and bones of North Atlantic right whales
- Browse over 100 exhibitors offering eco-friendly adventures, products, and unique whale and ocean-themed gifts, art, and photography
- Learn how to protect them from extinction and how you can help their recovery
- Join fun activities like a beach cleanup, yoga session, check out the high-energy skateboard competition, or even dress up your dog in a marine-themed costume for the pet parade
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 7th and 8th, 2026
- Time: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- Location: Main Beach Park 32 N. Fletcher Ave. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
4. The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival in Pensacola
One of the most popular arts festivals in the nation is on display in Pensacola for 3 days in Downtown Pensacola’s Historic Seville Square during the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival.
Over 200 of the best painters, potters, sculptors, jewelers, graphic artists, artisans, and other artists from across the United States will come together for this November festival in Florida.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Watch heritage artists demonstrations in woodcarving, engraving, spinning, and weaving
- Listen to the sounds of bluegrass, Cajun, blues, jazz and classical music on the Main Stage
- Let the kids get creative at the Children’s Art Festival with free hands-on art activities
- Eat your way through the festival at the food court
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 6th, 7th, 8th, 2026
- Time: Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Children’s Festival: Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Cost: Admission to the festival is free
- Location: Seville Square, Pensacola, Florida
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5. Florida International Airshow in Punta Gorda
Bring your lawn chairs (or rent one when you get there), sit back, and get ready for an incredible experience.
The Florida International Airshow is back in town at Punta Gorda Airport with its adrenaline-fueled air show experiences.
The world-renowned U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be putting on an unforgettable performance as they take to the skies.
Australian Unlimited Aerobatics Champion Aarron Deliu will be performing jaw-dropping maneuvers and you can expect to see an out-of-this-world aerial performance by the F-35 Lightning II Jet Demo Team.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Get your heart pumping as The Chuters Jump Team show off their precision aerial parachute demonstrations
- Fill up on over 25 food trucks with food and beverages
- Get up close and personal on land with some of the most iconic planes throughout aviation history
- Get behind the wheel of some of the best world-class exotic cars for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Precision Exotics and their supercars
- Find your inner ninja at Ninja Nation, where you can tackle action-packed obstacle courses and heart-pumping challenges inspired by the sport of Ninja Warrior.
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 7th and 8th, 2026
- Time: Gates open at 9 AM, and the show begins at 12 PM
- Cost: Starts at $41 plus tax for adults and $14 plus tax for children ages 2 to 12. Tickets include free parking
- Location: Punta Gorda Airport 28000 A-1 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
6. Sanding Ovations Master’s Cup in Treasure Island
One of the top Florida events in November is happening at one of my favorite beaches: Sanding Ovations is coming to Treasure Island!
I love this Florida beach for the long stretches of soft sand, fun beach bars, and one of the best Florida souvenir shops that I always make time to visit, The Florida Shell Shop.
Returning to the Sand Sculpture Capital of Florida, this beach celebration transforms the shoreline into a show of amazing sand masterpieces created by master sand sculptors from around the globe.
If you can’t make it to this November festival in Florida, then not all is lost! If the weather cooperates, the sand sculptures will remain on display through January.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Fill up on all the delicious eats at the beach food court and grab a drink at the beer garden
- Be amazed at the jaw-dropping sand art at “The Gallery of Sand”
- Bring the young ones over to the kids’ zone for fun sand-sculpting lessons and kite flying. Sand buckets and tools have been generously donated by Windworks of John’s Pass
- Fly the kites or watch the colorful kites take to the skies in theatrical flair and technical mastery in the open-fly sessions
- Catch Saturday night’s fireworks show lighting up the sky
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: Main event is November 19th to 22nd, 2026 and a special encore weekend November 28th and 29th, 2026
- Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day
- Cost: Free
- Location: 10650 Gulf Blvd Treasure Island, FL 33706
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7. Florida Coffee Festival in Orlando
Calling all caffeine lovers: your coffee dreams are about to come true at the Florida Coffee Festival.
This brew-tiful Florida event in November allows you to participate in coffee cuppings and goat cuddling, stroll around and sample coffees and matchas and get to know those behind the local coffee scene.
The VIP upgrade will give you exclusive early access, free parking, exclusive food and beverage options, a complimentary cocktail, mocktail, or beer ticket, a merch swag bag and lots more.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Watch the best latte artists compete in the Florida Latte Art Championship
- Sip and chill to live music and DJs
- Shop the artist market of over 150 vendors
- Try out specialty matcha and chai tastings
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: November 15th, 2026
- Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Cost: Early Bird price of $19.01 until August 30th, General Sale price of $24.69 and $30.37 at the door. Early Bird VIP is $47.41, then the General Sale price goes up to $58.79
- Location: Festival Park Orlando 2911 East Robinson Street Orlando, FL 32803
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8. Great Scott Farms Fall Festival in Mount Dora
If you haven’t had a chance to check off the Great Scott Farms Fall Festival in Mount Dora from your Florida fall bucket list, there’s still time!
This popular Florida fall tradition runs from the end of September through the middle of November and is the perfect way to wrap up the season.
Hop on a hayride for a beautiful farm tour, find your way out of the labyrinth and corn maze and if you’re feeling brave try out the night maze under the stars.
If you’re bringing little ones, they’ll love the super slide and castle playground, gem mining, and corn pit.
What makes it special?
Here you’ll get to:
- Shop at the farm market for some homemade goodies and farm fresh produce
- Chill at the café, listen to live entertainmentand unwind with some adult bevies
- Check out the vintage trucks and tractors
- Take lots of photos at all the photo ops on site
Event Details of this November Florida Festival:
- Date: September 26th until November 15th, 2026
- Time: Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Cost: Adults start at $16.99, children under 3 are free (Buying your ticket online will save you a few dollars) 2026 prices are still TBA.
- Location: 26216 County Road 448A Mount Dora, FL 32757
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Wrapping Up the Best Things to Do in Florida in November
Before the holiday rush takes over, treat yourself to one of these events in Florida in November.
You’ll find one-of-a-kind gifts perfect for your holiday list and maybe even a little something for yourself.
With those cooler temps and a welcome break from the humidity, it’s the perfect time to get out and explore all that Florida has to offer.
What’s your favorite thing to do in Florida for November? Let us know in the comments section below!
About the Author
Sarah Jordan is a solo traveler enthusiast, professional travel writer, and proud mama to her rescue dog Coconut.
With a love for destinations across the globe, she made Epcot her first theme park and still treasures her EPCOT World Showcase passport to this day.
After finally following her inner wanderlust, she discovered the freedom and empowerment that solo travel brings.
Until next time, Happy Florida Travels Hipster!
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(Original Article Date: October 29 2025/Updated by Editor on September 10, 2026)