November 2026 City Newsletter

Here’s the November 2026 City Newsletter. Read it below, or download the version you prefer: the digital edition for phones and screens, or the print edition that’s mailed to households.

Events this month

Patriotic Car Show

Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m., West Pennsylvania Ave., Bessemer City

Join us for the Patriotic Car Show, honoring our veterans with classic cars, awards, trophies, and more. Awards start at 2 p.m., and the entry fee is $20 per vehicle. Award categories include Top 20, People’s Choice, Most Original Vehicle, Best Motor, and more. Come out for a great day of cars, community, and honoring those who served!

Christmas in the City

Sunday, November 22, Downtown Bessemer City. Parade at 4 p.m., tree lighting around 6 p.m.

The festivities begin with our Christmas Parade at 4 p.m., followed by a celebration with music, entertainment, food, nonprofit organizations, and much more. The evening wraps up with our annual Christmas Tree Lighting around 6 p.m. Bring your family and friends for an evening of holiday fun, hometown traditions, and Christmas cheer. Learn more about Christmas in the City and the parade.

Browse the full events calendar for more.

Basketball sign-ups now open

Bessemer City Parks and Recreation is taking registrations for youth co-ed basketball from November 1 through December 1. The cost is $50 per child for ages 4–12. To register or learn more, visit Bessemer City Recreation online.

Holiday closures

City Hall and administrative facilities will be closed Wednesday, November 11, for Veterans Day, and Thursday–Friday, November 26–27, for Thanksgiving. Regular business hours resume Monday, November 30.

Trash collection: only one delay in November. Thursday’s Thanksgiving Day pickup will be collected on Friday, November 27. All other collections follow the regular schedule.

The City of Bessemer City wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season!

Customer service reminders

• The City Hall Annex drive-thru closes at 4:30 p.m. each day.
• The City Hall Annex is closed daily for lunch from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• Please keep your phone number up to date with Customer Service by calling 704-629-5542.
• City staff must have access to water and gas meters at all times.

Hurricane preparedness reminder

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year. Although we’re more than 200 miles inland, tropical systems can still have serious and devastating impacts. Hurricane Hugo and, more recently, Hurricane Helene are reminders of the severe weather our region can experience.

Keep at least a 72-hour supply of essential emergency items for your household. An emergency supply checklist, such as Ready.gov’s Build a Kit list, can help you check what you have. Stay safe, stay prepared, and monitor weather conditions through the end of the season.

Program calendars

Youth & adult programs

Read the youth & adult calendar as text

• Mondays, Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30: Open Gym
• Tue., Nov. 3: Election Day
• Fri., Nov. 6: DIY Days
• Wed., Nov. 11: Veterans Day
• Sat., Nov. 14: Patriotic Car Show
• Wed., Nov. 18: Happy Little Trees
• Sun., Nov. 22: Christmas in the City
• Tue., Nov. 24: Paint & Slurp
• Thu., Nov. 26: Happy Thanksgiving
• Fri., Nov. 27: Black Friday
• Sun., Nov. 29: Holiday Craft Fair

Seniors (50+)

Read the senior calendar as text

Every week

• Tuesdays: Aerobics 9 a.m., Silver Sneakers 9:30 a.m., Chair Yoga 9:45 a.m.
• Thursdays: Aerobics 9 a.m., Chair Volleyball 10 a.m.

Senior Health & Resource Fair: Tuesday, November 17, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Allan Farris Community Center. Health information, immunizations, health screenings, and door prizes and giveaways. Free for seniors and caregivers.

Special events

• Mon., Nov. 2: Veterans Lunch, 11:30 a.m.
• Tue., Nov. 3: Election Day
• Wed., Nov. 4: Bow Making Class, 10 a.m., $10
• Fri., Nov. 6: Energy Savings Program, 9 a.m.
• Mon., Nov. 9: Coffee & Coloring, 10 a.m.; Fall Bingo, 11 a.m.
• Tue., Nov. 10: Surviving the Holidays, 11 a.m.
• Wed., Nov. 11: Veterans Day
• Fri., Nov. 13: Apple Stamping Towels, 9 a.m.; BCFD 48th Annual BBQ Sale (Friday and Saturday)
• Sat., Nov. 14: Veterans Car Show, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Mon., Nov. 16: Senior Bingo, 6 p.m.
• Tue., Nov. 17: Senior Health & Resource Fair, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Wed., Nov. 18: Happy Little Trees, 4 p.m.
• Fri., Nov. 20: Friendsgiving Brunch, 10:30 a.m.
• Sat., Nov. 21: Community Thanksgiving Lunch, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Sun., Nov. 22: Christmas in the City, 3:30–7 p.m.
• Tue., Nov. 24: Ladies Game Night, 6 p.m.
• Thu., Nov. 26: Happy Thanksgiving
• Sun., Nov. 29: Holiday Gift Market, 12–4 p.m., Allan Farris Community Center

All programming may change. Call the Kiser Senior Center at 704-729-6465 with questions.

Meetings and reminders

City utility bill due: Tuesday, November 10, 2026. See ways to pay.

• Planning Board / Board of Adjustment / Stormwater Board (City Hall): Monday, November 2, 6 p.m.
• City Council Regular Session (City Hall): Monday, November 9, 7 p.m.
• Parks & Recreation Board (Community Center): Tuesday, November 10, 6 p.m.
• ABC Board (ABC Store): Monday, November 23, 5 p.m.
• City Council Work Session (City Hall): Tuesday, November 24, 3 p.m.
• Downtown Development (City Hall): Tuesday, November 24, 6 p.m.

City Council regular meetings are streamed live on YouTube. Find agendas, minutes and meeting videos on the Minutes & Agendas page.

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