November is the off-season in Hilton Head, but the island’s large permanent population keeps the atmosphere vibrant throughout the year.
If you’re not seeking a beach-focused getaway, this month is an excellent time to visit. With minimal crowds and lower accommodation rates, you can still enjoy a wide range of activities and generally very pleasant weather.
November is the month of several of Hilton Head’s most popular annual events, including the Hilton Head Oyster Festival and the Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, and there is also the Book Festival over at nearby Bluffton. Other events this month include seasonal festivals and food events, the annual Bridge Run and Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, and the start of the holiday events season.
The weather generally remains very good through November, with highs often reaching into the mid to upper 70s, and plenty of sunshine most days. Although most southerners find it far too cold to swim, hardier people can often still enjoy the beach and ocean through the end of the month.
Even without the beach, there are plenty of other things to do in Hilton Head in November: golf, biking, hiking at the local wildlife refuge and nature preserves, and even kayaking or paddleboarding on the warmer days. In the case of colder weather or rain, there is also a variety of indoor activities and historic attractions, on Hilton Head Island itself or in nearby Bluffton, Beaufort or Savannah.
More Hilton Head Island events: December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
See also:
– Airports near Hilton Head, SC
– Events in Bluffton, SC
– Things to do in Savannah
– Transportation between Savannah and Hilton Head
!Events may be rescheduled or cancelled at short notice. Please check dates, venue and other details at the event’s official website before making plans to attend.
– Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, October 29 - November 1 2026
Annual motoring festival with big vintage car show and other vehicles plus other events. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Half & Quarter Marathon & 5K, November 1 2026
Annual series of races at Sea Pines. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Turkey Trot 5K, November 26 2026
Annual Thanksgiving 5K race. Costumes welcome. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Winter Wonderland, December 4 2026
Annual family holiday festival at Shelter Cove Park, with children’s activities, DJ music, food and drink, candy cane hunt and more. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
More Things To Do In Hilton Head, SC
– Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
– Boat rentals
– Dolphin tours
– Sunset cruises
– Kayak tours
– Daufuskie Island
See also:
– Hilton Head weather in November
– Savannah events in November
– Beaufort, SC events
– Fall food festivals near Hilton Head