# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Chico 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Chico 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
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Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Chico 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 Chico.

## Thanksgiving Events in Chico

- **Event Name**: 21st Annual Run for Food Presented by Golden Valley Bank
  - **Description**: Join us on Thanksgiving morning in beautiful Bidwell Park for this family friendly 5k run/walk. Start your day focused on compassion, dignity and love to those in need in our community. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Jesus Center.
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am (-08:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chico/21st-annual-run-for-food-presented-by-golden-valley-bank/200030517702736
  - **Venue**: Bidwell Park One Mile, Chico, CA, United States, California 95926
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## Trending Events in Chico

- **Event Name**: Mavis Staples at Laxson Auditorium
  - **Venue**: Laxson Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Decades
  - **Description**: Decades is Chico's award-winning party band, playing hits from the '50s to today with nonstop energy and crowd favorites.About this Event5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA DoorsPlease note that PBS will be filming and
  - **Venue**: Big Room
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- **Event Name**: Taste of Downtown
  - **Description**: 🍴 Taste of Downtown is Back! 🎶

📅 Sunday, September 6, 2026
🍽️ Taste of Downtown: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎸 Free Concert at City Plaza: 3:30 – 5:30 PM 

Get ready to experience the best flavors of Downtown Chico! Taste of Downtown returns with a full day of de
  - **Venue**: Downtown Chico
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- **Event Name**: Dia De La Independencia Con Banda Maguey En Chico
  - **Description**: ¡Celebra el Día de la Independencia con la mejor vibra y Banda Maguey en vivo en Chico!About this Event🇲🇽🔥 Celebra el Dia De La Independencia con todo el sabor! 🔥🇲🇽Este
  - **Venue**: City Plaza
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- **Event Name**: Chico Concours Car Show 2026
  - **Description**: The 47th annual 2026 CHICO CONCOURS promises to be a full day of music, refreshments, entertainment and, of course, beautiful automobiles in the park-like atmosphere of the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Chico. Spectators free admission.

We sincerely hope th
  - **Venue**: Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Chico, CA, United States, California 95928
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- **Event Name**: Vet Rock ‘26 Veterans Fundraiser w/ The Mother Hips and Jackie Greene
  - **Description**: Jam out w/ The Mother Hips & Jackie Greene at The Commons Social Empourium Chico, CA.  9/26/26.  Supporting Vectorschico.com Veterans group.About this EventVet Rock '26 Veterans FundraiserThis is the 3rd
  - **Venue**: 2412 Park Ave
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- **Event Name**: Taste Of Chico featuring the Hill Kidz Live.
  - **Description**: Hill Kidz will  be performing at the Downtown City Plaza in downtown Chico during Taste of Chico on Sunday, September 6, 2026. We're incredibly thankful to have another opportunity to get together and bring the music, the positive energy, and the good vib
  - **Venue**: Downtown Chico
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- **Event Name**: 22nd annual Touch of Chico wellness fair
  - **Description**: You need an afternoon full of healing massage & live music in the park - so join us at 22nd annual Touch of Chico wellness fair. 

It's FREE to attend, so bring all your friends to the Chico Creek Nature Center (1968 E 8th St, Chico) in Bidwell Park o
  - **Venue**: 1968 E 8th St, Chico, CA 95928-4110, United States
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- **Event Name**: Gillian Welch in Chico
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Gillian Welch Live in Chico on Sunday, October 4, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Gillian Welch like never before? With chart-topping hits like I'll Fly Away, Didn't Leave Nobody But The Baby and Empty Train
  - **Venue**: CSUC Laxson Auditorium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Chico?
  - **A:** 21st Annual Run for Food Presented by Golden Valley Bank (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Bidwell Park One Mile, Chico, CA, United States, California 95926).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Chico?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Chico 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 Chico?
  - **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 Chico?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Chico include Bidwell Park One Mile, Chico, CA, United States, California 95926.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Chico?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Chico include Run for Food.
- **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 Chico?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Chico.

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