Can you believe it’s already November? The air’s getting crisp, the leaves are putting on their grand finale, and North Georgia is packed with events to kick off the holiday season.

Whether you’re a local or planning a weekend trip through the mountains, this is the perfect time to explore — from small-town festivals and fall markets to live music, farm dinners, and tree lightings that will get you in the spirit.

Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening across North Georgia this November. Save these images to your phone!

📍 Early November Events (Nov 5–11)

Nov 5
• Holiday Happy Hour Preview Party | Boundless Boutiques

Nov 6
• Dueling Pianos | Roaring Social Alpharetta

Nov 6–16
• Venardos Circus | North GA Premium Outlets

Nov 7–8
• Antique Tractor Expo | Cumming Fairgrounds
• North Hall Christmas Market

Nov 9
• Fall Cocktail Crawl | Downtown Alpharetta
• Holiday Market Shop, Sip & Stroll | Crabapple Market

Nov 11
• Veterans Day Ceremony | Cumming City Center

🎄 Mid-Month Highlights (Nov 13–16)

Nov 13
• Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Dinner | Deep Roots Woodstock
• The Nutcracker | FoCAL Center
• Christmas Open House | The Perfect Pigg (Nov 13–15)
• FairyTale Village | North Point Mall (Nov 13–30)

Nov 14–15
• Atlanta BBQ Classic | Cumming Fairgrounds
• Here I Come Again – Dolly Parton Tribute | Canton Theatre

Nov 15
• Dahlonega Dog & Pony Fashion Show
• Travolta Tribute | Cumming City Center
• Christmas Open House | Ash & Co Salon
• Alpharetta Fall Cocktail Crawl | Carrie’s Conservatory
• Girls Night Out | Roaring Social Alpharetta
• Run For The Rescues 5K | Downtown Dahlonega
• Blush Friday Market | North Point Mall (Nov 15–16)
• Christmas Market | Downtown Ellijay (Nov 15–16)
• Fall Artisan Market | Public House
• KC Bison Ranch Open House (Nov 16)

🍷 Late November Fun (Nov 18–23)

Nov 18
• A Grateful Gathering | Cooper’s Hawk Winery

Nov 19
• Downtown Canton Tree Lighting
• Winter Wreath Workshop | Hawk Hill Flowers
• Community Dinner | Fields Chapel United Methodist

Nov 20
• Gainesville Glows | Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville
• The Nightmare Before Christmas | Halcyon
• S’mores & Pours with Jackabee Candle | Made Mercantile

Nov 21–22
• Bon Jovi Tribute | Cumming City Center
• The Hamilton Alpharetta Tree Lighting Celebration
• Mom’s Night Art | Lane Collins Co.
• Christmas Pictures On The Farm | Blair Haven Equine Rescue
• Chili Cook-Off | Reformation Brewery Canton
• Winter Market | Cumming City Center
• Tree Lighting | Cumming City Center
• Tree Lighting | The Collection at Forsyth
• Jingle Mingle | Gainesville Square

Nov 23
• Get Basted Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half | NFMS
• Slide Into Sundays Inflatables | Cumming City Center
• Avalon On Ice Rink Opening & Lighting of Avalon

🎁 Thanksgiving Weekend & Beyond (Nov 25–30)

Nov 25
• Canton Farmers Market Night Markets

Nov 28–30
• Christmas At The Mill | The Mill on Etowah (Nov 28)
• Lighting of the Dahlonega Square (Nov 28)
• Holiday Market | The Heights (Nov 29)
• Candy Cane Hunt | Warbington Farms (Nov 29)
• Christmas in the City | Gainesville Civic Center (Nov 29)
• S’mores With Santa | Don Carter State Park (Nov 29)
• Tree Lighting Ceremony | The Mill on Etowah (Nov 29)
• Frozen Fantasy Day Out | Sweet & Sassy (Nov 30)

Explore, Enjoy, and Soak in the Season

North Georgia really shines this time of year — small-town lights, live music, holiday markets, and local restaurants that make every weekend feel special.

From Dahlonega’s tree lighting to Alpharetta’s cocktail crawls and Cumming’s Winter Market, there’s always something happening close to home.

If you love discovering local events, exploring hidden gems, and soaking in all the beauty of life here in North Georgia, you’re in the right place.

Follow @jenagolden on instagram for more event roundups, lifestyle inspo, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of life here in the North Georgia mountains and suburbs.

Jena Golden | North Georgia luxury real estate advisor

I help luxury home buyers and sellers in North Georgia think and act strategically. I'm a licensed REALTOR®, real estate investor, and entrepreneur who's lived the complexity of selling, moving, and rebuilding. If you're navigating a move of your own and want someone who actually gets it, let's talk. I'd be honored to work with you.

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