Step aside Fall Festival season, the holidays are just around the corner and that means Blue Ridge and the surrounding areas are jam packed with fun, festive things to do this month! Check out our November Newsletter for all the events & happenings in the area:
Veterans Day Parade and Community Celebration
November 7th
Location: Veterans Memorial Park
Honor our Veterans with a meaningful Veterans Day Parade & Cookout hosted by the North Georgia Honor Guard. The Parade will begin at 10am on the corner of East Main & Church Street and make its way to the Veterans Memorial Park. Following the parade there will be food, music, and family fun in the park, starting at 12:30pm. Join in the celebrations on Saturday, November 7th at Veterans Memorial Park in Blue Ridge.
November 8th-November 15th
Location: Serenity in the Mountains
One of Blue Ridge’s most magical traditions is back at Serenity in the Mountains: The Tour of Trees! Come see as the spa is all aglow from the lights of over 200 Christmas trees. Tour of Trees runs Sunday, November 8th and Sunday, November 15th. Tickets are $20 person and proceeds help to raise money for the Fannin County Shop with a Cop program.
WhoDunIt? Fun-draiser Art Event
November 14th
Location: Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
The 15th Annual WhoDunIt art event at the Art Center is a great opportunity to get your hands on amazing art from local artists at a great price! It’s your job to find out who the artist is who created your piece! There will be food, fun, and of course stunning works of art! Tickets are $50 a person and ensure you go home with a beautiful piece of art!
November 26th
Location: Downtown Blue Ridge City Park
Get your workout in Thanksgiving morning to prep you for all those carbs at holiday dinner! Come on out for the Blue Ridge Turkey Trot! Walkers & runners welcome! Registration begins at 7am and the race starts at 8am; and don’t worry you’ll have plenty of time to make it back for your Thanksgiving feast!
Light Up Blue Ridge Festivities
November 27th-November 28th
Location: Downtown Blue Ridge GA
On Friday Downtown Blue Ridge will have a special Blue Friday event where there will be store discounts, food vendors, strolling entertainment, and Christmas cheer! The Gingerbread Village will also open that afternoon as well at The Arts Center. Then on Saturday the real fun begins! Santa will be in town ready to take photos with kids in the pavillion from 12pm-4:15pm. And downtown will be filled with food vendors, strolling Christmas entertainment, and even more Christmas cheer! Then at 5:30pm the Christmas Parade starts at the corner of East Main Street and Church Street. And the great tree will be lit right after the parade at 7pm! It’s going to be a wonderful weekend of holiday fun!
And don't miss live music, art classes & exhibits, & exciting events at some of favorite local wineries, breweries, and event venues including Bear Claw Winery, Grumpy Old Men Brewing, Kerith House, Misty Mountain Hops, Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association and Blue Ridge Community Theater. Visit their websites for dates and more information.
First Tuesday: Twin City Music Live Band and Jam
November 3rd
Location: Toccoa River Park, McCaysville
Head on over to McCaysville, GA for live music the first Tuesday of every month! Music goes from 6pm-8pm and after the concert stick around for a fun acoustic jam session.
November 8th
Location: The Folk Collaborative
Enjoy a delicious Appalachian style breakfast buffet among the orchard trees at The Folk Collaborative! After breakfast enjoy a fun wagon ride through the orchard. It's the perfect way to spend a beautiful autumn morning!
November 14th
Location: Riverwalk, McCaysville
The Riverwalk Run Series presents the Bigfoot Boogie 5K. 3.1 Miles, 2 States, 1 Steelbridge. This scenic run follows the historic Toccoa River along McCaysville, GA and into Copperhill, TN for a wonderful day of fun!
November 27th
Location: McCaysville
Celebrate the holiday season in McCaysville for their light up celebration! There will be shopping, dining, pictures with Santa, and holiday cheer all along the river. The fun starts at 5pm and the tree lighting is at sunset!
November 29th
Location: Downtown McCaysville
Come join us at the Twin Cities Farmers Market in Downtown McCaysville for a special Holiday Market! There will be unique handmade crafts, delightful treats and festive joy. Come get some shopping done and support the local community! Special Christmas Market dates are Saturday, November 29th from 10am-3pm and Saturday, November 28th from 10am-2pm!
And get ready for more live music & fun at Copperhill Brewery, Buck Bald Brewery, Bar 21, and the Twin Cities Farmers Market. Visit their websites for dates and more information.
November 7th
Location: Cress Creeks Farm
Enjoy a delicious 5 course meal alfresco under the twinkling lights suspended from Cress Creek’s old walnut tree. There will also be live music to enjoy while you feast on a 5-course tasting menu that includes farm and locally sourced ingredients prepared by a local chef. Wine will also be available for purchase.
November 13th
Location: Buckley Vineyards
Celebrate 'No Shave November' at Buckley Vineyard's 2nd Annual Beard Bash! There will be over 20 craft brews on tap, mouthwatering food, live music from the Mountain City Mavericks, and a Beard Contest. Admission is free and all are welcome! All the fun kicks off Saturday, November 13th at Buckley Vineyards at 6:30pm.
A Roojolais Nouveau Release Party
November 20th
Location: Roo Mountain Vineyards
Celebrate the release of Roo Mountain Vineyards newest wine, the 2026 Roojolais Nouveau. The night will feature a behind the scenes look at the wine making process, wine tastings, French inspired bites, international celebrations, and more. Tickets are $60 a person and the event runs from 5pm-7pm on November 20th at Roo Mountain Vineyards.
November 21st
Location: Fainting Goat Vineyards
It's almost turkey time! Join us in a fun celebration of the season at Fainting Goat Vineyard's Tail Feather & Turkey Bingo! This adults only bingo night will feature prizes, fall fun, and a festive turkey inspired cocktail. This fun and festive event run Saturday, November 21st from 6:30pm-8pm. Admission is free!
November 27th
Location: Downtown Ellijay
Kick off the holiday season in Ellijay! Downtown Ellijay will be transformed into a festive wonderland with decorated storefronts, unique vendors, delicious seasonal treats, a dazzling holiday parade, photos with Santa, and the lighting of the great tree. All the fun kicks off at 11am and runs till 7pm.
Looking for more live music and fun events? Pay a visit to Ellijay’s best wineries & farms like Cress Creeks Farms, Roo Mountain Vineyards, Buckley Vineyards, Grapes & Ladders, and Chateau Meichtry. Visit their websites for dates and more information.
November 6th-November 7th
Location: Downtown Blairsville
Kick off your holiday shopping in Downtown Blairsville for their Holiday Open House! This festive weekend will feature special sales, giveaways, treats, surprises and more from participating businesses. Downtown Blairsville's Holiday Open House runs Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th from 10am-4pm.
November 13th-November 14th
Location: First United Methodist Church of Union County
Pick up Christmas gifts and goodies from local arts and crafts vendors at the 36th Annual Mistletoe Market! There will be over 50 vendors in attendance selling their beautiful handmade creations. Join in the fun 10am-4pm on Friday and Saturday. Admission is $3 a person and children 12 & under are free!
November 26th
Location: Meeks Park
Come on out for the Thanksgiving Gobble Wobble- a family fun 5K race! The race starts at 8:30am and feel free to walk or run the race. Tickets are $40 and first 50 there get a turkey hat! All the proceeds go towards “Beyond the Vineyard Program” to benefit youth programs in Union County.
November 27th
Location: Paradise Hills Winery
Black Friday shop while drinking a refreshing glass of wine! Paradise Hills Winery will be having great deals on wine and gifts and offering holiday free wrapping! You won’t want to miss it!
Christmas in the Mountains Marketplace
November 28th
Location: Agriscience Center
Blairsville has no shortage of Christmas markets to attend this time of year! Visit the Agriscience Center at 22 Lovell Drive Blairsville, GA on November 28th from 9am-4pm for the 4th Annual Christmas in the Mountains Marketplace. There will be over 100 talented crafters and vendors with goods to sell. Shop for the perfect holiday gifts, take photos with Santa, and enjoy food & drinks from local food trucks. Admission is $1 a person and parking free!
And don’t forget you can always find exciting live music and events at some of Blairsville’s local wineries and distilleries like Living Water Winery, Granddaddy Mimm's Distillery, and Paradise Hills Winery. Visit their websites for dates and more information.
2026 Northeast Georgia Arts Tour
November 6th-November 8th
Location: All Around North Georgia!
Check out live demonstrations from artists all weekend long from all over North Georgia! Just check out Art Tour guide online or follow the Art Tour signs in Towns Clay County, Rabun County, White County, Lumpkin County, Habersham County, and Clay County, NC. The event runs from 10am – 5pm each day. You’ll see artists creating beautiful paints, pottery, folk art, jewelry, glass, photography, handcrafted furniture, and so much more!
November 6th-November 7th
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Come on out November 6th-November 7th for some fun & exciting car shows at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds! Start your weekend off with 1979 and earlier hot rods at Rats, Rust, & Horse Power Show. Then finish it off with a vintage trailer and RV Show at Tin Can Tourists Vintage Trailer Show. The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds is the place to be for car show fun!
November 7th-November 8th
Location: Towns County Rec and Conference Center
Get your holiday shopping done early at the Holiday Bazaar at Towns County Rec and Conference Center! There will be over 75 vendors in attendance offering a wide variety of Christmas decorations, homemade crafts, art, gourmet food including holiday favorites, demonstrations, classes and more! Admission is $5 for adults, children are free.
Mountain Country Christmas Lights
November 26th-November 30th
Location: Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
See the Christmas lights reflecting off the waters of Lake Chatuge at the Georgia Mountain Fair’s Mountain Country Christmas Lights! There will be Christmas music, arts and craft vendors, holiday food, hot chocolate, sea lion shows, pictures with Santa, and beautiful lights around the grounds. The event runs every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 6pm-9pm from November 26 - December 12th and then nightly December 17th thru December 31st *closed Christmas Day.
Town's County Sheriff's Office Christmas Parade
November 28th
Location: Downtown Hiawassee
Come on out for the Town's County Sheriff's Office Christmas Parade! The parade will leave the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds at 5:30pm and make its way to downtown Hiawassee. Enjoy this festive start to the holiday season in Towns County!
Looking for live music events in Hiawassee? Then pay a visit to Crane Creek Vineyards, the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, or Hightower Creek Vineyards! Visit their websites for dates and more information.