November 2025 Tech Gatherings Across the Southeast
- Justin Cullifer
- Oct 21
- 5 min read
Updated: Oct 24
November is a month made for connection. It’s a time when communities come together to share ideas, celebrate progress, and spark new collaborations before the year wraps up. In that same spirit, the Southeast’s tech scene is a cornucopia of opportunities to meet, learn, and grow. From cutting-edge conferences and innovation summits to intimate women-in-tech meetups and local dev gatherings, our curated list highlights where technology and community intersect this fall. Whether you’re in Atlanta, Nashville, Tampa, The Research Triangle, or anywhere in between, there’s no better time to plug in, collaborate, and be inspired by the region’s brightest tech minds.
Atlanta
November 4, 2025
Atlanta Tech Park is hosting their Atlanta Tech Meet Up this November. Join them for pizza and networking.
November 4-6, 2025
Join developers, data scientists, engineers, and all data professionals for three days of exclusive product announcements, “how to” technical sessions, and hands-on labs focused on Snowflake’s latest innovations.
November 5-7, 2025
Georgia’s premiere educational tech conference! For more than two decades, the Conference has played a key role in helping educators at all levels increase their understanding of the role of technology in education and providing the opportunity to learn about the latest in educational technology.
November 9-11, 2025
TEDNext is a vibrant exploration of what’s next, propelling Future You to think expansively at every level, from personal to global. Imagine a working session for who you’re becoming. This experience is for those who deeply care about where they’re headed, how they lead and what really matters.
November 9-12, 2025
The global TAG conference attracts technology leaders and practitioners from grantmaking organizations in North America, UK, and EU.
November 10-13, 2025
The Cloud Native Computing Foundation’s flagship conference brings together adopters and technologists from leading open source and cloud native communities in Atlanta, Georgia from November 10-13, 2025. Be a part of the conversation as CNCF Graduated, Incubating, and Sandbox Projects unite for four days of collaboration, learning, and innovation to drive the future of cloud native computing.
November 13, 2025
Women + Tech event will be hosted at the Atlanta Tech Village. Join them for a fireside chat featuring two dynamic leaders in the tech industry: Kathryn O’Day and Christine de Wendel this November.
Charlotte
November 6, 2025
Top technology leaders will provide strategic and visionary insights into the technology Supercycle of innovation, disruption, and invention. This session will equip attendees with the knowledge and foresight needed to lead organizations into the future.
November 11, 2025
Tech After Five is not like other networking events. They work particularly hard to make sure they get the right people in the room and then make sure it’s easy for attendees to find each other.
November 13, 2025
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, access to high-quality STEM education is more important than ever, especially for students from underserved communities. At the Queen City Robotics Alliance (QCRA), they are dedicated to bridging that gap through the power of hands-on robotics education.
November 13, 2025
Meet other Tech Professionals in Charlotte at their free monthly networking event. This month we will be at Queen Park Social.
Nashville
November 6-7, 2025
Learn from a wide variety of industry experts. Hear from a variety of engaging experts. Learn from IT and cybersecurity professionals as well title industry leaders.
November 19, 2025
Perficient invites digital, marketing, and IT leaders to an exclusive tech talk exploring how AI is reshaping the future of customer experience. This panel-style session will feature insights from Perficient and Adobe’s top experts who bring deep expertise in AI strategy, enterprise transformation, and digital experience platforms.
Ft. Lauderdale / Miami
November 12, 205
Every month, StartUp Valley brings together startups and investors from diverse industries. This is an opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, share ideas, and grow business.
November 18, 2025
Founded in 2023, the FTL Tech Meetup is the largest tech meetup in South Florida bringing together startup founders, investors, and tech leaders every month. They believe Fort Lauderdale should be an incredible place to build a company—and that starts with community.
November 19, 2025
Join Women in Tech and Entrepreneurship for their monthly Ft Lauderdale Chapter meeting to connect with driven women founders, tech enthusiasts, venture capitalists, and advocates propelling change in the tech and entrepreneurial landscape.
Raleigh / Durham
November 4, 2025
They exist to create meaningful connections in the Raleigh-Durham area with technologists of all backgrounds. Whether attendees have been with them from the beginning (over 6 years!) or are brand new to the area, they are so excited to host and provide an engaging and easy avenue to network, collaborate and enjoy a beer with innovative people.
November 4, 2025
Participation in the CIO Executive Roundtable is exclusively available for CIOs (or VP/Director-level executives in place of the CIO or those with primary responsibility for their organization’s tech strategy to support enterprise goals) at NC TECH member companies/organizations.
November 13, 2025
An evening of appetizers, drinks, and activities designed to foster connection and belonging. Enjoy live entertainment and a DJ in an intentional, welcoming networking environment. This isn’t a traditional networking event; it’s a celebration of the community. Come with friends or come to meet new people; either way, attendees will be supported and included.
November 20, 2025
NC TECH and MetLife invite attendees to Brews + Bytes + Insights. This event is part of the NC TECH + MetLife Center for Technology Workforce Innovation. Join them for a brief program featuring MetLife Global Technology Leaders, followed by networking opportunities to meet the speakers and fellow tech professionals.
Tampa
November 11, 2025
The expo provides a great platform to bring professionals within the industry together and provide attendees with exposure to global technology at a local level. In addition, the local expos provide an opportunity to educate local engineers who may not be able to attend SMTA International.
November 12, 2025
The Tampa Chapter invites attendees to celebrate the holiday season and reflect on a year of growth, community building, and impactful connections at their Holiday Party, generously sponsored by Dexian. Join them in raising a glass at the iconic Dracula Wine Bar as they honor the milestones of their dynamic community.
November 15, 2025
Join in for a one-day, community-powered tech conference led by Google Developer Experts (GDEs) and industry leaders—where innovators, developers, students, and entrepreneurs come together to learn, build, and connect.
November 19, 2025
This B2B event is targeted for the Technology and Security community. Attendees consist of IT/IS Executives and Direct reports across all verticals within the state of Florida interested in Networking, Researching/Learning, Career Advancement, and Purchasing. Attend the Florida Technology Summit to get the right tools and make vital connections to best prepare companies for the broad spectrum of ever-changing technology trends.
