Reasons to travel in November

Reasons to travel in November

Sometimes it doesn’t matter where you go, it’s about what you want to do on your next trip. We’ve rounded up the best events happening around the world in November, so you can see if any of them spark a travel plan…  

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Barcelona Jazz Festival 

Location: Barcelona, Spain 

Date: 02/11/25 14/11/25 

Discover the soulful rhythms of the Barcelona Jazz Festival, an iconic event that attracts over a hundred thousand jazz enthusiasts to the vibrant streets of Barcelona, Spain, each year. Enjoy mesmerizing performances by legendary and emerging artists alike, set in some of the city’s most historic and intimate venues for an unforgettable musical experience. 

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A wide angle shot of a band on stage during the Barcelona Jazz Festival

 

Thailand Beauty Expo 

Location:Bangkok, Thailand 

Date: 04/11/25 06/11/25  

The Thailand Beauty Expo is a premier event that showcases the latest trends and innovations in the beauty and cosmetics industry, connecting industry professionals, brands, and consumers. With a focus on beauty products, skincare, haircare, and wellness, this expo provides a platform for networking, product demonstrations, and industry insights, attracting beauty enthusiasts and professionals to explore the dynamic world of beauty in Thailand. 

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Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) 

Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand    

Date: 05/11/25 – 06/11/25 

Experience the enchanting traditions of Yi Peng and Loy Krathong during the Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where thousands of lanterns light up the night sky in a mesmerizing display of beauty and cultural significance. The event focuses on celebrating the Thai festival of lights with lantern releases, krathong floating, cultural performances, and ceremonies, offering a magical and immersive experience that honors Thai traditions and beliefs. 

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MIRA Festival 

Location: Barcelona, Spain  

Date: 07/11/25 – 08/11/25 

Step into the future of art, music, and technology at Mira Festival, an electrifying annual event held in Barcelona, Spain. Since its inception in 2011, Mira Festival has captivated audiences with its groundbreaking fusion of audiovisual performances, interactive installations, and avant-garde exhibits. Delve into a world where boundaries blur and creativity knows no limits as international artists and technologists converge to push the envelope of possibility. 

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A wide angle shot of a band on stage at the MIRA Festival

Riviera Maya Jazz Festival 

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico 

Date: 24/11/25 – 25/11/245 

At the end of November, Playa del Carmen comes alive with the internationally acclaimed Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, an event that Fernando Tousaint has masterminded since 2003 with the backing of the local cultural and arts institute, and draws in excess of 50,000 jazz aficionados. Originally known as the Riviera Maya Latin Jazz Festival, the name change is to acknowledge its international appeal and inclusiveness, thus cementing its status as one of the top events in its genre worldwide. 

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Author: Daisy Colley (she/her)
Last updated: 25/07/2025