November is a month full of possibilities when it comes to engaging with your social media audience. From Thanksgiving traditions to creative fall-themed activities, there’s so much you can share to keep your followers commenting and engaging on social media.
If you’re looking for inspiration to fill your social media feeds this November, we’ve got you covered with 48 creative social media ideas designed to capture your audience’s attention and keep the conversation going all month long.
1. Welcome November with Gratitude
Kick off November by welcoming the new month with a positive message. Ask your audience: “What are you most grateful for this month?”
2. Fall Outfit Inspiration
For fashion and lifestyle brands, share a fall lookbook. Post a poll asking: “Which fall accessory is a must-have: scarves or boots?”
3. Share a Recipe for the Perfect Fall Soup
November is soup season! Share a hearty recipe and ask your audience to post their own fall favorites in the comments.
4. Countdown to Thanksgiving
Post daily or weekly countdowns to Thanksgiving with fun facts or trivia about the holiday. For example, “Did you know the first Thanksgiving feast lasted three days?”
5. Highlight Veteran-Owned Businesses (Veterans Day, November 11)
In honor of Veterans Day, spotlight veteran-owned businesses in your community or industry. Encourage followers to support them by asking: “What’s your favorite veteran-owned business?”
6. Fall-Themed Photo Contest
Host a fall-themed photo contest where followers submit their best fall photos, whether it’s leaves, fashion, or family moments. Offer a prize for the best entry and promote with a hashtag like #FallFavorites.
7. DIY Fall Crafts
Post a tutorial for a simple DIY fall craft, like a wreath or pumpkin centerpiece. This is perfect for engaging your crafty followers and encouraging them to share their creations.
8. No-Shave November
Support the No-Shave November cause by sharing progress photos, tips on growing a beard, or stories about why this cause matters. Encourage donations and participation from your followers.
9. Thanksgiving Recipe Swap
Ask your followers to share their favorite Thanksgiving recipes in the comments or tag their posts using a unique hashtag like #ThankfulRecipes.
10. Movember: Focus on Men’s Health
Highlight men’s health awareness throughout the month by sharing tips, statistics, and personal stories. Encourage followers to participate in Movember by growing mustaches and raising awareness for men’s mental health and cancer prevention.
11. Promote a Seasonal Sale
November is the perfect time for a fall sale or early holiday shopping deals. Tease your Black Friday or Cyber Monday promotions with posts that build excitement like, "Something big is coming…stay tuned!"
12. Cozy Fall Nights
Post an image of a cozy setup—think hot cocoa, a blanket, and a fireplace—and ask, "What’s your go-to comfort drink on a chilly evening?"
13. Share a Fun Fact About November
Keep your audience informed with fun trivia like, “Did you know November is National Gratitude Month?”
14. Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas
Inspire your followers with Thanksgiving tablescape ideas. Post images of creative table settings and ask for your audience’s tips on setting a festive table.
15. National Espresso Day (November 23)
For all the coffee lovers out there, celebrate National Espresso Day with posts about your favorite coffee drinks, or offer a special promotion at your coffee shop.
16. Highlight a Local Charity
November is a time for giving. Feature a local charity and encourage your followers to support it by sharing their own acts of kindness or donations.
17. Promote a Gratitude Journal Challenge
Encourage followers to keep a gratitude journal for the month of November. Ask them to share one thing they’re grateful for every day.
18. Black Friday Sneak Peek
Give your followers an exclusive sneak peek of your Black Friday deals. Create buzz with countdowns and share insider details on what will be on sale.
19. World Kindness Day (November 13)
Encourage your followers to perform random acts of kindness and share their stories. Post a prompt like, “What’s the kindest thing someone has done for you?”
20. Throwback Thanksgiving Photos
Share a throwback photo from a past Thanksgiving and ask your followers to share their own nostalgic holiday moments.
21. Plan a Cyber Monday Campaign
Prepare for Cyber Monday with a series of posts leading up to the big day. Include product highlights and promotions to entice online shoppers.
22. Share Fall Health Tips
As the weather cools down, share tips for staying healthy during the fall season. Ask your audience: “What’s your go-to fall wellness routine?”
23. Fall Bucket List
Create a Fall Bucket List graphic that features fun seasonal activities like apple picking, visiting a pumpkin patch, or going on a nature hike. Encourage your followers to check off items and share their own bucket lists.
24. Veterans Day Thank You Notes
Ask your followers to write and share a thank-you note to veterans in their lives. This is a powerful way to engage and show appreciation for service members.
25. Share a Customer Testimonial
Highlight a positive review or testimonial from one of your customers. This not only builds trust but also shows appreciation for your loyal customers.
26. Share a Family Recipe
If your brand is food-related, share a family recipe that has special meaning to you or your team. Ask your audience, “What’s your favorite family dish to make during the holidays?”
27. Share a Sneak Peek of Holiday Products
Tease your upcoming holiday collections or products by sharing behind-the-scenes photos of the design or production process.
28. Share a Fall-Themed Playlist
Create and share a fall-themed playlist on Spotify or another streaming platform. Ask your followers, "What’s your favorite song for cozy fall nights?"
29. Thanksgiving Gratitude Giveaway
Host a Thanksgiving giveaway where followers can win by sharing what they’re most thankful for this year. Create a custom hashtag to track entries.
30. Post a Seasonal Quote
Share a quote that captures the spirit of fall, like, “Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” Ask your audience to share their favorite fall quotes in the comments.
31. Run a Charity Drive
As part of the giving season, organize a charity drive for Thanksgiving. Encourage your followers to donate canned goods or volunteer time, and highlight the charity you're supporting.
32. Small Business Saturday (November 30)
Promote Small Business Saturday by encouraging your audience to shop small and support local businesses. Highlight a few small businesses that you love and ask your followers to do the same.
33. Thanksgiving Leftover Ideas
Help your audience get creative with their Thanksgiving leftovers by sharing unique recipes. Ask: "What’s your favorite way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers?"
34. Family Fun Day Post
Ask your audience: "What’s your favorite family activity to do together during the fall?" This helps promote family bonding and positive conversations.
35. Share a Fall-Themed Infographic
Create and post an infographic on something seasonal, like "Top 5 Fall Health Tips" or "Best Ways to Prepare for the Holidays."
36. Host a Fall Q&A
Invite your audience to participate in a Q&A session about fall traditions or products you offer. You can do this through Instagram Stories or Facebook Live.
37. Give Back for Thanksgiving
Post about ways your business is giving back to the community for Thanksgiving. Ask your followers, "How do you give back during the holiday season?"
38. Share a Behind-the-Scenes Look
Post behind-the-scenes content of your team preparing for the holiday season. Show your followers what goes into creating your products or services.
39. Host a Fall Trivia Game
Test your followers’ knowledge with a fun fall trivia game. Include questions about fall traditions, food, or historical facts.
40. Promote a Flash Sale
Surprise your audience with a flash sale on a random day in November. Tease the sale a few hours before to generate excitement.
41. Create a Thankful Tree
Ask your followers to contribute what they’re thankful for, and create a “Thankful Tree” graphic with their responses.
42. Thanksgiving Preparation Checklist
Help your audience get organized for Thanksgiving by sharing a preparation checklist. This could include menu planning, decor ideas, and more.
43. Share a Motivational Quote
Encourage your followers with a November motivational quote to start their week. Post something like, “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
44. National Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month. Share educational content about Native American culture, history, or contributions to modern society.
45. Ask for Holiday Traditions
Start a conversation by asking your audience: "What’s one holiday tradition you look forward to every year?"
46. Thanksgiving-Themed Poll
Run a Thanksgiving poll with fun questions like, “What’s the best Thanksgiving side dish: stuffing or mashed potatoes?”
47. Share a Personal Story
Let your audience in on a personal story about what Thanksgiving means to you or your team. This adds a personal touch to your content.
48. Reflect on the Year
November is a great time to reflect on what your brand has achieved this year. Ask your audience: “What’s one thing you accomplished in 2024 that you’re proud of?”
Final Thoughts
November is FULL of gratitude, reflection, and festive fun, making it the perfect opportunity to connect with your audience in meaningful ways. From fall-themed contests and heartwarming Thanksgiving content to exciting Black Friday promotions and community-building efforts, there’s no shortage of creative ideas to keep your followers active and involved.
By incorporating any of these 48 content ideas into your November social media calendar, you’ll never run out of ideas that resonate with your social media audience and strengthens your businesses connection with them. So, embrace the seasonal vibes, use those November hashtags, and start planning your posts to make November your most successful month yet!
