November in Orlando feels like a breath of fresh air. The weather turns mild, the crowds thin out, and the city bursts into a season of festivals, concerts, and early holiday celebrations. Between theme park magic, outdoor markets, and live music under the stars, November is one of the best times of year to experience Orlando: sunny, exciting, and full of surprises.

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Food, Wine, and Festival Season

Fall in Orlando is food festival heaven. The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival runs through most of November, filling the park with global flavors, wine tastings, and live concerts. Over in Celebration, the Food Truck Friday Festival is a local favorite: dozens of trucks, live music, and friendly crowds.

Don’t miss FusionFest, a multicultural feast downtown that celebrates the city’s global roots through food, music, and dance. And if you’re craving something sweet, the Orlando Beer & Chocolate Festival pairs local brews with artisan treats for one delicious day out.

Music, Concerts, and Late-Night Fun

Orlando’s November calendar is packed with live shows. The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC Orlando) transforms Tinker Field into a neon dream: electronic music, art, and energy that lasts all weekend. For something mellower, the Lake Eola Jazz Fest brings smooth tunes and food trucks to the park.

The Downtown Orlando Music Festival showcases local talent, while the House of Blues and Dr. Phillips Center keep their stages busy with touring artists. Whether you’re into EDM or acoustic sets, there’s music around every corner this month.

Arts, Culture, and Local Color

November is also one of Orlando’s most creative months. The Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees turns galleries into a glittering wonderland, while the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival features handmade works from across Florida.

Film lovers should check out the Enzian Theater’s Cult Classics series, or spend an evening in the Milk District, where murals, markets, and pop-up art shows fill the streets. If you love community events, College Park JazzFest and Thornton Park’s Wine Walk mix great music with small-town neighborhood charm.

Theme Parks, Fireworks, and Family Magic

The theme parks shift gears in November, blending fall fun with the first touches of the holidays. At Walt Disney World, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party kicks off mid-month, complete with snow on Main Street and festive fireworks. Universal Orlando launches its Holidays at Universal celebration, where you can meet the Grinch, sip hot butterbeer, and watch the parks transform for the season.

For a bit of adrenaline, catch the last weeks of SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival, then stay for Electric Ocean Nights, a light and music show over the water. And if you’re traveling with kids, LEGOLAND’s Brick-or-Treat continues early into the month, one last taste of Halloween fun.

Outdoor Fun and Local Adventures

The weather in November is perfect for exploring beyond the theme parks. Paddle through cypress trees at Wekiva Springs, take an airboat tour on Lake Tohopekaliga, or wander the Harry P. Leu Gardens, where fall blooms still brighten the paths.

Local favorites include the Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola every Sunday and Popcorn Flicks in the Park in Winter Park, a free outdoor movie night perfect for families. With highs in the mid-70s, it’s the kind of weather that makes you want to stay outside all day.

Early Holiday Spirit

By late November, Orlando starts to sparkle with holiday lights. The Dazzling Nights event at Leu Gardens turns the gardens into a glowing dreamscape, while Light Up UCF brings skating, rides, and cheerful lights to campus. Give Kids the World Village launches Night of a Million Lights, one of Central Florida’s most heartwarming displays.

Even downtown joins in with the Lake Eola Christmas Tree Lighting, complete with music, food, and fireworks over the water, a perfect start to the holiday season.

Sports, Energy, and Local Spirit

If you’re into sports, November doesn’t disappoint. The Orlando Magic hit the court at the Amway Center, and college football fans pack the Bounce House for UCF home games. You’ll also find marathons, charity walks, and outdoor yoga sessions across the city, locals love being active when the weather cools.

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Orlando in November at a Glance

Category Events & Festivals Why Go
Food & Drink EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, FusionFest, Beer & Chocolate Fest Flavorful fun under sunny skies
Music & Nightlife EDC Orlando, Lake Eola Jazz Fest, Downtown Music Festival Live beats and late-night energy
Art & Culture Festival of Trees, Winter Park Art Fest, Wine Walks Local creativity and festive flair
Family & Theme Parks Disney Holidays, Universal Grinchmas, SeaWorld Nights Early holiday joy for all ages
Outdoors & Sports Farmers Market, Wekiva Springs, Orlando Magic Games Perfect weather and local life