# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Altoona 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Altoona with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
- **Type**: other

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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Altoona with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Altoona.

## Thanksgiving Events in Altoona

- **Event Name**: Music for the Soul
  - **Description**: FREE EVENT!!!  Enjoy a time of reflection and gratitude in this “Thanksgiving” themed celebration of traditional hymns and gorgeous classical selections.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 30
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 08 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/altoona/music-for-the-soul/200030407285205
  - **Venue**: Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament - Altoona PA
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Holiday Bowl/Central PA Junior Gold Shootout
  - **Description**: We are pleased to once again partner with the Central PA Junior Gold Shootout and Holiday Bowl Altoona to offer a youth tournament on the Sunday after Thanksgiving.  Junior Gold qualifying is optional.  Contact us or Holiday Bowl Altoona for more details!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 23
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/altoona/holiday-bowl-central-pa-junior-gold-shootout/200030380751136
  - **Venue**: Holiday Bowl Altoona
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  - **Categories**: holiday, sports, tournaments, thanksgiving

## Trending Events in Altoona

- **Event Name**: Hawkeye Watch Party: Iowa VS. Iowa State
  - **Description**: 💛HAWKEYE WATCH PARTY! 🖤
The biggest holiday of the year!   🏈

Iowa VS. ISU 

🎸 Pre Game live music by: Cody Hicks @ 2:30pm 
📺TVs inside and on our patio! 
🎤 Emcee & DJ! 
🍻Bucket & shot specials during the game! 
🍗 BWW GO! 
🏈 Kickoff is at 6:30p
  - **Venue**: Hawk Heaven Tavern
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- **Event Name**: 2026 N-Scale Weekend Train Show - Altoona, PA
  - **Description**: 🚂 The Largest N-Scale Train Show on the East Coast 🚂

N-Scale Weekend 2026 is back and bigger than ever. After welcoming over 1,300 attendees in 2025, we’re expanding to 30,000 square feet filled with layouts, vendors, and everything N-Scale. It’s all abo
  - **Venue**: Blair County Convention Center
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- **Event Name**: Akron RubberDucks at Altoona Curve at Peoples Natural Gas Field
  - **Venue**: Peoples Natural Gas Field
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- **Event Name**: Dead Mic Comedy Presents: Martin Malloy (K*ll Tony Golden Ticket Winner)
  - **Description**: Headlining the show is Martin Malloy, K*ll Tony Golden Ticket Winner!About this EventDead Mic Comedy is bringing another killer lineup to Funky Claud's in Altoona for one night only.
  - **Venue**: Funky Claud's
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- **Event Name**: PA CareerLink® Blair County Job Fair
  - **Description**: Looking for a new job or your next career opportunity? Join PA CareerLink® Blair County for one of the area's largest hiring events!

Meet 85+ employers from a variety of industries, explore current job openings, participate in on-the-spot interviews, and
  - **Venue**: 2200 Broad Avenue Altoona, PA 16601
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- **Event Name**: Pickled Palooza 2026
  - **Description**: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

🎟 VIP Admission – $20
Includes early entry and a Swag Bag
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

🎟 General Admission – $10
Children 12 and under enter FREE with a paid adult

LOOK in the discussion for our link and QR Code for tickets. 

The buzz is
  - **Venue**: Lakemont Park
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- **Event Name**: Akron Rubberducks at Altoona Curve
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Peoples Natural Gas Field
🏠 Address: 1000 Park Ave., Altoona, PA 16602
🌆 City: Altoona
📍 Location: 40.48, -78.39🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Akron Rubberducks at Altoona Curve, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set ag
  - **Venue**: Peoples Natural Gas Field
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- **Event Name**: Altoona Curve vs. Erie Seawolves
  - **Venue**: Peoples Natural Gas Field
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- **Event Name**: A Mansion Divided: The Baker Family and Blair County in the Civil War (Living History Weekend)
  - **Description**: CITIZENS OF BLAIR COUNTY, PA AND BEYOND! CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY IS RETURNING TO THE BAKER MANSION THIS YEAR! MAKE PREPARATIONS IMMEDIATELY!

After a great showing last year, we are thrilled to announce that our A Mansion Divided: The Baker Family and Bl
  - **Venue**: 3419 Oak Lane, Altoona, PA
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** Music for the Soul (Sun Nov 08 2026 at 02:00 pm at Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament - Altoona PA), Holiday Bowl/Central PA Junior Gold Shootout (Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:00 am at Holiday Bowl Altoona).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Altoona on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Altoona include Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament - Altoona PA, Holiday Bowl Altoona.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Altoona include Altoona Symphony Orchestra, Saint Vincent College Women's Bowling.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Altoona?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Altoona.

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