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Miami Book Fair International
Miami
November 13-20
Now in its 22nd year, this week-long event is one of the largest literary events in the US. Hosted by the Miami-Dade College, it has become one of the most exciting street fairs for all things book-related. There is a small fee for entrance to the fair grounds ($5), and the rest of the event is free. A great opportunity to see over 300 exhibitors, meet publishers and get involved with the local community. www.miamibookfair.com

American Indian Film Festival
San Francisco
November 5-12
An important cultural event looking at the history of American Indian filmmaking and how the medium can help to reinforce a greater understanding of social, racial and political issues in future generations. The annual festival, which takes place during American Indian Heritage Month (see also page 34), draws an audience of around 5,000 and is now in its 30th year. www.aifisf.com

State Street Thanksgiving Parade
Chicago
November 24
Since 1934, the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade has grown to attract more than 350,000 to the city streets every year. Whatever the weather in the Windy City, expect to see fantastically huge inflatables and floats out in force. The parade runs along State Street—from Congress to Randolph—and kicks off at 8.30am. www.chicagofestivals.org

Georgia Shakespeare Festival
Atlanta November 3-6
The Georgia Shakespeare Company produces the Bard’s classics to a very high standard, but they also cover more modern works by Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams and Anton Chekhov to wide acclaim in their state-of-the-art theater. This fall, they stick with their Elizabethan roots, however, playing out the romantic tragedy of Romeo and Juliet to its inevitable conclusion. www.gashakespeare.org

MLS Cup Final
Dallas
November 13
The newly opened Pizza Hut Park in Dallas is the venue for this year’s Major League Soccer Cup Final. The event is a nail-biting end to the league’s 10th successful season, and is undoubtedly the match of the season. As the World Cup in Germany is on the horizon, the standard should be exceptional, with players looking to be selected for the national team. www.mlsnet.com

The Chocolate Show
New York City
November 10-13
This event at Manhattan’s Metropolitan Pavilion is the melting pot for all things chocolate. The 8th annual confectionery spectacular invites members of the public to meet the chocolate makers and learn about different styles, recipes and chocolate etiquette. There are also over 50 demonstrations from renowned pastry chefs and an exhibition on the art of chocolate. Children under 12 go free. www.chocolateshow.com

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