Category: Entertainment News

November brings a packed calendar of concerts, sports, performing arts, and seasonal events to Atlanta. The month includes five Usher and Chris Brown stadium shows, Olivia Rodrigo at State Farm Arena, the opening of Zoo Atlanta’s new panda habitat, and more. Here are 10 verified events to help you plan.

1. Usher and Chris Brown’s The R&B Tour

November 5, 6, 8, 10, and 11 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Usher and Chris Brown bring five dates of The R&B Tour to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The venue lists the Atlanta shows for November 5, 6, 8, 10, and 11. The November 7 date was rescheduled to November 6, according to the stadium’s announcement.

The five-show stop makes this a major concert draw for the city. Check the stadium’s event page for current show information and ticket details before making plans.

2. Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour

November 11 and 12 | State Farm Arena

Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, with Devon Again, stops at State Farm Arena for two shows. Both performances are listed for 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. The arena recommends checking its event page for ticketing and visit information.

The November 11 concert falls on the same evening as the final Usher and Chris Brown date at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. If you are considering either show, compare start times, entry details, and travel plans before booking. Find the latest information on the State Farm Arena event page.

Olivia Rodrigo's Unraveled Tour event banner for State Farm Arena

3. Meet the Giant Pandas at Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove

Opening November 6 | Zoo Atlanta

Zoo Atlanta’s new Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove opens to visitors on November 6. The habitat is home to giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, who arrived in Atlanta in September and are completing a routine quarantine period before becoming visible to guests.

The redesigned space includes upgraded dayrooms, climbing structures, pools, and outdoor habitat features. Zoo Atlanta’s panda FAQ has the latest visitor information. This is a new habitat opening, not a separate panda-themed exhibit or one-day event.

4. Georgia Tech Football vs. Louisville

November 7 at 7:30 p.m. | Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field

Georgia Tech hosts Louisville for a night game and Military Appreciation Day. The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field, with national television coverage on the ACC Network, according to Georgia Tech Athletics.

For Atlanta sports fans, it offers an in-city college football option on a busy weekend for live entertainment. Check the team’s official game information for ticket and schedule updates.

5. Atlanta Hawks vs. Los Angeles Lakers

November 9 at 7 p.m. | State Farm Arena

The Atlanta Hawks host the Los Angeles Lakers at State Farm Arena. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m., according to the arena’s event listing.

The matchup brings a familiar visiting team to downtown Atlanta and gives basketball fans a chance to see the Hawks at home. Review the arena’s event page for current ticket details, parking, and entry guidance.

Hawks versus Lakers game event listing for State Farm Arena

6. Bach + Brahms with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

November 5 and 7 at 8 p.m. | Atlanta Symphony Hall

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Bach + Brahms program is scheduled for November 5 and 7 at Atlanta Symphony Hall. The November 7 performance also lists a pre-concert lecture. Confirm the program and ticket details through the ASO event calendar.

This performance offers a classical music option during a month with a full lineup of arena shows. The symphony hall setting makes it a distinct choice for visitors looking to add live orchestral music to their plans.

7. The Atlanta Opera’s Silent Night

November 7, 10, 13, and 15 | Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

The Atlanta Opera presents Silent Night at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Performances are listed for November 7, 10, and 13 at 7:30 p.m., and November 15 at 3 p.m. The opera is sung in English, French, German, and Italian, with English supertitles.

The production tells the story of the 1914 Christmas truce during World War I. See The Atlanta Opera’s production page for the full schedule, runtime, and ticket information.

8. The Red Clay Strays with Travis Tritt and Brent Cobb

November 13 at 6:30 p.m. | State Farm Arena

The Red Clay Strays bring special guests Travis Tritt and Brent Cobb to State Farm Arena. The event listing gives a 6:30 p.m. start time and 5:30 p.m. doors. The lineup brings several country performers together for one downtown show.

The arena’s listing shows November 13 as the event date. Check its official page for updates and ticket details.

The Red Clay Strays event banner for State Farm Arena

9. Doja Cat with Latto

November 17 at 7:30 p.m. | State Farm Arena

Doja Cat’s Tour Ma Vie World Tour stops at State Farm Arena with special guest Latto. The show is listed for 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Details are available through the arena’s event page.

The Atlanta date brings two artists with strong connections to contemporary pop and hip-hop into the same show. Check the venue listing before you go for current entry information and ticket availability.

10. IllumiNights at the Zoo

Select nights beginning November 21 | Zoo Atlanta

IllumiNights at the Zoo returns on select evenings from November 21 through January 17, 2027. Zoo Atlanta lists hours from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., with last entry at 8 p.m. The event features illuminated animal lanterns along a trail through the Zoo.

The Zoo notes that IllumiNights is a separately ticketed evening event, and its lantern displays are not live animal viewing. Check the official event page for selected dates, tickets, and current visitor guidance.

Illuminated panda lantern at Zoo Atlanta's IllumiNights

Plan Your November

Atlanta’s November calendar spans stadium concerts, arena shows, college football, opera, symphony performances, and seasonal experiences. Some events also take place on the same evening, so check the timing and travel details before choosing your plans.

Atlanta Wave TV is not credentialed for and is not attending these events. This roundup is based on publicly available information from event organizers and venues. We could not verify day-by-day IllumiNights availability or current ticket inventory, which can change. Confirm dates, times, access, and ticket details directly with the venue or organizer before you go.

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