November is an interesting month. The leaves have mostly fallen from the trees and the weather is getting chilly, but the holiday season hasn’t quite kicked off. it’s a bit of a limbo month for many of us, but there are still plenty of interesting events to fill your calendar before holiday parties take over your life. Here’s what we’ll be checking out this month.
TCS New York City Marathon
November 6, 2016
On November 6th, 40,000 runners will flood the streets of New York to participate in the world famous New York City Marathon. The 26.2 mile course travels through all five boroughs, starting in Staten Island and ending in Central Park. Millions of people are expected to line the streets of the route, so if marathon watching is your thing, we recommend posting up early for the best view. Time Out New York shares the best spots in NYC to cheer on the runners (and where to grab brunch once they’ve passed).
New York Comedy Festival
November 1 – 6, 2016
Each year, the New York Comedy Festival brings together some of the top comedic talent from around the globe, as well as some local favorites, for 5 days of shows scattered throughout the 5 boroughs. Notable events this year include Stand Up for Heroes, featuring Louis C.K., Jim Gaffigan, Jerry Seinfeld, Bruce Springsteen, and Jon Stewart, and shows from Marc Maron, Fred Armisen, Hannibal Burress, Trevor Noah, Tig Notaro, and tons more.
Bonfire Night
November 5, 2016
Bonfire Night, London’s largest fireworks display, is a British tradition dating back to the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Catholic conspirator Guy Fawkes tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and King James I. Today Londoners commemorate the event by setting off fireworks, building bonfires, and burning effigies all over the city. Enjoy food, drink, and fireworks at one of the many events taking place across the city from November 3-6.
Pop Up Magazine
Various Dates and Locations
Pop-Up Magazine is a live magazine, created for a stage, a screen, and a live audience. Each evening is unique, but you can expect an immersive event featuring some of the country’s most interesting writers, filmmakers, photographers, radio producers, and illustrators sharing new, true stories onstage. Story soundtracks are composed and performed live onstage by Magik*Magik Orchestra and once the show is over, performers and audience members swap stories over drinks.
AFI FEST
November 10-17, 2016
AFI FEST presented by Audi is the American Film Institute’s annual celebration of international cinema from modern masters and emerging filmmakers. It takes place each fall in Hollywood, CA, and features nightly red-carpet galas, special screenings, conversations and tributes. This year the festival celebrates its 30th edition, making it Los Angeles’ longest-running international film festival. It remains the first and only festival of its stature that is free to the public. Tickets become available on November 1, so sign up for updates.
Breeders’ Cup
November 4-5, 2016
What began in 1984 as a one day, 7-race event has grown into a two-day, $26 million extravaganza attracting the best horses, trainers, and owners from across the globe. It has also become the unofficial end and culmination of the thoroughbred-racing season, often with the Breeders’ Cup Classic being the deciding factor in Horse of the Year. Held at a different racetrack each year, the 2016 edition will take place at Southern California’s Santa Anita Park. Choose from a variety of ticket options, ranging from general admission in the bleachers to luxurious lounging in the Silks Lawn Chalet or Chandelier Room.