November is when South Florida wakes back up. Seasonal neighbors are back, restaurant patios are full, and the calendar suddenly gets very busy. Here's my short list of what's happening in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and the Palm Beaches this month, from a wine festival and world-class tennis to a brand-new place to play pickleball.
November Events
Eudēmonia Summit
November 5 to 8 | Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach
A four-day gathering focused on longevity, preventive health, nutrition, fitness and mental wellness, bringing physicians, researchers and wellness leaders to West Palm Beach. If you're into living well (and who isn't?), this is the one to put on your calendar.
Free Fun Saturday at the Boca Raton History Museum
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Historic Town Hall, Boca Raton | Free
Free admission all day with family-friendly crafts, story time and a scavenger hunt. While you're there, don't miss the "Life's a Beach" exhibit on the history of Boca's coastline, on view through February.
Art on the Square Fine Art Show
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Old School Square, Delray Beach
Browse original work from artists around Old School Square, then make an afternoon of it on Atlantic Avenue.
Free Movies at the Square
Friday, November 13, 6 p.m. (gates at 5 p.m.) | Delray Beach Amphitheatre | Free
Bring a blanket and enjoy an outdoor movie night under the stars in downtown Delray.
13th Annual Boca Raton Wine & Food Festival
Saturday, November 21 | Sanborn Square Park, Boca Raton | Tickets from $65 | 21+
One of my favorite nights of the fall. Chefs from across South Florida, wine, craft beer and spirits, a cheese and wine pairing village and live music, all in the heart of downtown Boca. General admission starts at 7 p.m., with earlier entry for VIP tickets. Proceeds benefit the Children's Giving Foundation.
Billie Jean King Cup Playoff: USA vs. Hungary
Saturday and Sunday, November 21 and 22, 1:30 p.m. | Delray Beach Tennis Center
International women's tennis comes back to Delray Beach as Team USA hosts Hungary in a best-of-five playoff. Two-day ticket packages start at $50, and it's a great excuse to spend the weekend downtown.
Holiday Tree Lighting at Mizner Park
Saturday, November 21, 6 to 10 p.m. | Mizner Park Amphitheater | Free
The City of Boca Raton officially kicks off the holiday season with live music, food vendors and the big tree lighting. Yes, November 21 is a very full day, so plan your parking.
New and Reopening
Boca Paddle by CityPickle
Targeting a November 18 opening | 50 Jeffrey St., Boca Raton
A 100,000-square-foot pickleball and padel club just minutes from Mizner Park, with 19 pickleball courts, six padel courts, recovery spaces with saunas and cold plunges, co-working space and a restaurant and bar. Pickleball fans, this one's for you.
Phipps Ocean Park
Estimated reopening November 18 | Palm Beach
After a major transformation, this oceanfront park on Palm Beach is expected to reopen with restored native landscaping, a new coastal restoration center, beach pavilions and educational walking paths. Opening dates can shift with construction, so check with the Town of Palm Beach before you go.
Thanksgiving Week
40th Annual Delray Beach Turkey Trot 5K
Saturday, November 21, 7:30 a.m. | Anchor Park, Delray Beach
Get your miles in by the ocean before the holiday feasting begins. It's a Delray tradition for a reason.
Museum Store Sunday Sip & Shop
Sunday, November 29, noon to 4 p.m. | Boca Raton History Museum
Start your holiday shopping with local vendors, brunch bites and 15% off in the museum store.
Thinking About Making South Florida Home?
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