A list of our favorite local events for the month of November. Event dates may be subject to change due to COVID restrictions.
Navy Football
Navy Football has one home game in November. Kickoff will be at 3:30 p.m. on November 20th against East Carolina University at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium in Annapolis. Find tickets online now at Navysports.com or watch the game on CBS Sports Network. The Midshipmen lead the series 7-1 and have had a 5-year winning streak against the Pirates. Can the Mids keep the streak alive?
CASAblanca Gala 2021
The CASAblanca Gala is back this year on November 6th from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Westin Annapolis Hotel. This year, the theme is “Hope Changes Everything.” Enjoy an evening of drinks, dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, and so many more activities. Visit Aacasa.org for more information.
Maryland Therapeutic Riding Pony Trot
Visit Kinder Farm Park in Millersville on November 6th at 8 a.m. for the 2nd Annual Maryland Therapeutic Riding Pony Trot. The race will be held in person this year but there will also be a virtual option for those who are not local. A fun course will be set up on the farm for riders to enjoy through the week at the regularly scheduled lesson time. All of the proceeds from the Pony Trot will benefit Maryland Therapeutic Riding. Visit Horsesthatheal.org for more details.
Fish for a Cure
Fish for a Cure is back and celebrating 15 years. On November 6th, compete for the biggest fish and make waves in cancer care for patients and their families. Bring your catch to South Annapolis Yacht Center between 4 and 7 p.m. for the in-person weigh-in and after-party. For more information, visit Fishforacure.org.
2021 Chesapeake Watershed Forum
On November 1st through 5th, The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay will be hosting their 16th Annual Chesapeake Bay Watershed Forum. The event will feature in-person networking November 1–3 and virtually conferencing November 3–5. This is a watershed-wide event reaching over 400 restoration and protection practitioners to inspire and empower local action towards clean water. For more information, visit Allianceforthebay.org.
The Chesterton Gala
Chesterton Academy invites you to their Gala, an elegant evening of dinner, drinks, and music. Join for fellowship, hear about their mission, support the students, and enjoy a night of merriment. The event will take place November 6th from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. at The Columbus Club of Annapolis. Seating is limited so get your tickets ahead of time by visiting chestertonacademyofannapolis.org.
Cinderella
Experience the most classic “Happily Ever After” for just two nights at Maryland Hall in Annapolis. Annapolis Opera is performing Rossini’s timeless classic Cinderella on November 5th at 7:30 p.m. and on November 7th at 3 p.m. Find out if dreams really do come true and if love can conquer greed and cruelty. Get your tickets now at Annapolisopera.org
Stars, Stripes and Chow: Chili Edition
Home chefs throughout Maryland will put their best pots of chili forward when they come together for a chili cookoff to raise money for homeless veterans. November 6th, from 1 to 4 p.m., will be The Baltimore Station’s 7th Annual Stars, Stripes, and Chow: Chili Edition at Camden Yards. There will be entertainment from Soundcheck Rock Academy’s kids’ bands and other food and beverages will also be included in the ticket price. Find more information at E.givesmart.com/events/nmy.
The Talent Machine Company Gala
The Talent Machine Company, an exceptional children’s theater in Annapolis, is holding its first ever Gala on November 20th at the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel from 7 to 11 p.m. This event will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Company’s Holiday Show and will raise funds to help offset the impact that COVID had on the nonprofit. Find more information at Talentmachine.com/gala.
Early Christmas Flea Market and Craft Fair
After such a great selection of Christmas crafts and attic finds at their event in the Fall, The Ann Arrundell County Historical Society will be having another Early Christmas Flea Market and Craft Fair at the Benson-Hammond House Museum in Linthicum on November 6th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, or to sell, visit Aachs.org.
Photograph by Keith Allison
Washington Capitals
Hockey season is back and that means the Capitals are ready to hit the ice again at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. The Caps have five home games in November. They play the Philadelphia Flyers at 7 p.m. on November 6th, the Buffalo Sabres at 7 p.m. on November 8th, the Pittsburgh Penguins at 7 p.m. on November 14th, the Montreal Canadiens at 7 p.m. on November 24th, and the Florida Panthers at 5 p.m. on November 26th. Visit Nhl.com/capitals to get tickets now.
Small Business Saturday
November 27th is Small Business Saturday in Downtown Annapolis. Over 90 retail stores and 80 restaurants in the Downtown Annapolis area will be kicking off the holiday season. At this point, holiday decorations will also have started to go up in the town and the area will feel magical as you stroll the many shopping streets. This day is devoted to supporting your local independent retailers and restaurants. Find more information and plan your shopping spree at Downtownannapolispartnership.org.
Photograph by Jay Fleming
Island Life Exhibition
Since his first trips to several of the Chesapeake Bay’s islands in 2009, Jay Fleming has seen remarkable changes to their landscapes and communities. Cemeteries are washing into the water, acres of marshland are disappearing, and the populations are in decline. Fleming felt a sense of urgency to document the islands’ iconic working waterfronts, as the very forces that sustain them also threaten to take them away. This month, Trippe Gallery in Easton will host a special exhibition of this work. There will be a book signing on November 13th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 410-310-8727.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
ShoreRivers is excited to host this year’s 12th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival at Avalon Theatre in Easton. Last year was completely virtual but this year will have a hybrid model. The event will take place on November 19th from 5 to 7 p.m. More information will be coming to Shorerivers.org as the event gets closer.
Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
Visit Talbot County for the Eastern Shore Sea Glass and Coastal Arts Festival held at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels. The festival will be held November 20th through 21st. Visit all vendors and add the most perfect pieces to your collection. Visit Seaglassfestival.com for more information.
Waterfowl Festival
The 50th Anniversary of the Waterfowl Festival is here! On November 12th through 14th, more than 15,000 visitors are expected to honor Eastern Shore outdoors and waterfowl traditions in Easton. Indulge in local wines, beers, and Eastern Shore delicacies at the Tasting Pavilion, and enjoy the best entertainment Delmarva has to offer. Find more information at Waterfowlfestival.org.
Festival of Trees
The 36th annual Festival of Trees will be held over Thanksgiving weekend (November 27–30) to raise funds for Friends of Hospice and benefit Talbot Hospice. One hundred trees will be on display in the Gold Room of Easton’s Tidewater Inn with the theme “A Winter Wonderland.” The Festival includes a fun outside event for families on Saturday, November 27th, “Carols by Candlelight,” from 5 to 7 p.m. Find more details at Festival-of-trees.org.
Beef, Bonfires, & Cigars
Haven Ministries is hosting Beef, Bonfires & Cigars live and in-person to raise funds for Haven Ministries’ programs including shelter, clothing, food, and resources. The event will be hosted on November 5th at Historic Kent Manor Inn in Stevensville. Visit Haven-ministries.org to order special VIP tickets or tickets to general admission. The doors will open at 5 p.m. for VIPs and will open at 6 p.m. for general admission tickets.
