The holidays are around the corner, folks. Soak up the crisp (albeit, slightly humid) autumn air while experiencing the cornucopia of events that await in Houston this November!
This November, Houston’s Candlelight Concerts transform iconic venues into glowing music havens. From serene string quartet renditions of classics like Vivaldi to soulful tributes to modern artists like Adele, these intimate, candlelit performances offer a uniquely magical way to enjoy your favorite tunes. Click here to see what Candlelight concerts are happening in Houston this November.
The Texas Renaissance Festival kicks off Oct. 10 for its 52nd season across a 70‑acre, 16th‑century village with more than 200 daily performances and nearly 400 shops. If you’re looking to add a little old-world adventure to your November plans, the Texas Renaissance Festival returns for its 52nd season beginning Saturday, Oct. 10, running on weekends through Sunday, Nov. 29 (with an extra day on Friday, Nov. 27) in Todd Mission on a 70-acre, 16th-century–themed village with hundreds of performances, shops and food offerings.
The colors of autumn aren’t limited to northern states. While you’re in Houston, you might be able to come across small splashes of fall foliage here and there, but the state of Texas is home to blazen autumn colors during peak season. If you consider yourself a true fall lover, you won’t mind going on a vibrant road trip to these blazen and beautiful destinations to witness fall foliage in Texas come late October.
Houston’s #1 pumpkin patch opens Sept 12 — Texas-sized fall fun for the whole family! If you’re up for an easy November day trip from Houston, Dewberry Farm in Brookshire (about 45 minutes from downtown Houston) runs its Fall Festival from September 12 through November 8, featuring 40+ attractions including a corn maze, rides, pony rides, and seasonal treats. General admission September Saver tickets are $33.95 (regular box office $52.95); parking and kids 2 and under are free.
Celebrate life and remember loved ones at Houston’s Día de los Muertos on November 7, 2026. One of November’s can’t-miss cultural events, the sixth annual Houston Día de los Muertos Festival and Parade will take place at Sam Houston Park on Saturday, November 7, 2026, featuring live music, a colorful procession, arts and crafts, and food from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The parade procession is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. after a 6:30 p.m. ceremony on Bagby Street.
For a classic fall day trip outside Houston, P-6 Farms is once again hosting its country-spun Fall fest and massive you-pick pumpkin patch in Montgomery this autumn. Featuring the likes of pig races, vintage rides, festival food, a corn maze, ferris wheel, rollercoaster, and more, the festival runs on Saturdays and Sunday from October 3 through November 8. Tickets must be purchased online.
If you’re still chasing fall vibes in the Houston area this November, make the drive to Tomball for Rosehill Palms Pumpkin Patch, a long-running seasonal favorite with hundreds of pumpkins ready for picking. You can hunt for classic Jack-O’-Lanterns, bright red Cinderellas, stark white Ghost pumpkins, or the distinctive blue-gray Blue Jarrahdale varieties to take home.
Beyond the patch, the grounds are set up for a full afternoon of autumn activities. Weekends bring live music on Saturdays starting in October, along with lawn games and multiple photo setups. Leashed dogs are welcome to join the trip, and there’s a Mexican food spot right next door. Parking is limited on-site, so a weekday visit is your best bet for avoiding the biggest crowds.
The Skyspace is open again with a modern LED lighting system and free public access. Add this Houston favorite to your November to-do list: Rice University’s James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace has reopened after a 28-month closure with upgraded LED lighting. The installation offers two daily 40-minute light sequences at sunrise and sunset and is free and open to the public.
