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Thanksgiving Events in Durham 2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Durham 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 Durham.
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On nowSat, Nov 14Carlie C's IGA, Louisburg
Community Cares Stuff The Bus Food Drive
Come out and help Community Cares STUFF THE BUS of food for local students of Franklin County Schools! All donations go directly to FCS Students experiencing food instability. Help us help others!
FreeVolunteer
On nowSat, Nov 14Meeples Brew, Morrisville
Raleigh, North Carolina Social Event for Christians ages 30+
What's better than good food, new friends and a little friendly competition? Join us in Raleigh for a night of food, fun and fellowship! Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and what better way to celeb
$13.42 – $24.86
On nowSat, Nov 142000 Avondale Drive Durham NC 27704
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Join us and your team at Enquire N.T.B. on November 14th from 1 PM until for a free, wholesome, full-course meal! 📍 2000 Avondale Dr., Durham, NC Come enjoy a warm meal, good energy, and a little rejuvenation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteer
On nowSat, Nov 141245 Mt Olivet Church Rd, Franklinton
Community Wide Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us at Mt. Olivet Church on November 14 from 4:30–6:30 PM for a free community-wide Thanksgiving dinner! Come enjoy a warm meal, fellowship, and time together as we celebrate the season of thankfulness. Everyone is welcome, and we look forward to shar
Dinner & brunch
On nowSat, Nov 14Korture Kreations, Garner
NC Creatives Friendsgiving Gala
Not your typical Friendsgiving! Step into a night of stunning design, great vibes, dining, dancing, and unforgettable connections! Come Dressed to Impress. Come Ready to Celebrate. Step into an evenin
$76.37Friendsgiving
On nowSat, Nov 14Scooters Grill and Bar (1911 Sego Ct., Raleigh, NC)
M80’s Band Rocks Scooters Bar & Grill
Join the M80’s Band as we bring the 80’s Rock and Dance party to Scooters Bar & Grill for the pre Thanksgiving holiday Bash. All the 80’s hits live with attitude. You know the drill. We’ll see your there!!! 🎼🎸🎤🎵
Sun, Nov 155419 S Alston Ave
Thanksgiving Community Brunch & Turkey Giveaway
Join us for a FREE Thanksgiving brunch! Enjoy delicious food, connect with neighbors, and celebrate community. Free turkey giveaway! Good Food. Great Company. Grateful Hearts. T
FreeDinner & brunch
Sun, Nov 15MacGregor Draft House, Apex
Buckets & Banter: College Edition
🏀 **BUCKETS & BANTER College Edition is HERE!** 🔥 It’s a USC BATTLE! ❤️🏀 Join Her Court Collective for the USC Trojans vs. South Carolina Gamecocks! 📅 **Sunday, November 15** ⏰ **12:30 PM | Tip-Off at 1 PM** 📍 **MacGregor Draft House** 🔥 **REP
Sun, Nov 151191 University Drive, Elon College
Floral Design 101
Hey, Burlington! Join us on November 15th at 1pm and make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice
Sun, Nov 158440 Louisburg Road, Wake Forest
Floral Design 101
Hey, Raleigh! Join us on November 15th at 1pm and make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for
Sun, Nov 157281 NC Hwy 42 West, Willow Spring
Floral Design 101
Hey, Raleigh! Join us on November 15th at 1pm and make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for
Sun, Nov 15Harbor Freight Tools (DURHAM, NC #00300)
Thanksgiving Drive
💜💙💛 THE LPL EFFECT | TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY! 🌊 🦃 A LITTLE FROM EACH OF US CAN MEAN A LOT TO SOMEONE ELSE! HEY COMMUNITY! 📣 Let’s turn compassion into ACTION! LPL Ripple Effect Foundation is collaborating with Bull City Slingerz LLC to help collect food
Volunteer
Sun, Nov 151845 Aversboro Road, Garner
Floral Design 101
Hey, Garner! On November 15th make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for the festivities.
Sun, Nov 153001 Widewaters Parkway, Knightdale
Floral Design 101
Hey, Knightdale! On November 15th make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for the festivities
Sun, Nov 1512524 Capital Blvd., Wake Forest
Floral Design 101
Hey, Wake Forest! On November 15th make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for the festivitie
Sun, Nov 1511312 Highway 15/501, Chapel Hill
Floral Design 101
Hey, Chapel Hill! On November 15th make your Thanksgiving Table festive. For $35 we will give you everything you need and teach you how to make your own arrangement at Floral Design 101. And of course we will have a drink of your choice for the festivitie
Sun, Nov 15800 Park Offices Dr
Growing Gratitude and Gobbling Up Social Skills
A fun time of learning and growing for kids from 3rd to 5th grade. We'll explore gratitude, social skills, and so much more! We are so excited to be hosting the Growing Gratitude and Gobbling Up Social Skil
$28.52Family friendly
Sun, Nov 15Leaf Plant Shop, Clayton
Gather, Give Thanks & Grow
We're getting into the Thanksgiving spirit at Leaf with a cozy evening of plants, creativity, and a little gratitude! Gather, Give Thanks & Grow! We're getting into the Thanksgiving spirit a
$50
Nov 16–264501 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh11 days
Holidays at the Hammock
Welcome to the merriest backyard around. From November 16–January 17, the Hammock transforms into a cozy holiday escape with twinkling lights, handmade snowflakes, glowing fire pits, and festive fun around every corner. Catch our 100% chance of snow ever
Wed, Nov 18Biddy Thomas, Raleigh
Whiskey Wednesday at Biddy Thomas
Come join us for a relaxed evening of whiskey sampling and creative chef pairings. $60/person. ($30 deposit at time of purchase) Our Thanksgiving inspired Whiskey Wednesday will start off by letting you set
$36.30
Wed, Nov 18Weldon Mills Distillery Durham
Drag Bingo at Weldon Mills Distillery
Join Triangle Drag for our Friendsgiving drag bingo! Featuring specialty cocktails, fierce queens, and fabulous prizesn come on you se
$7.18Friendsgiving
Nov 19–26Clayton Civitan Club8 days
OBMOU’s 11th Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal Mission | Feed 10,000+
🦃 Join One Blood Movement of Unity (OBMOU) for our 11th Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal Event as we bring together volunteers, businesses, organizations, sponsors, and community members with one goal: prepare and provide 10,000+ Thanks
Volunteer
Thu, Nov 19Antioch Baptist Church
TriWest Thanksgiving Baskets Donation
🦃 Thanksgiving Turkey Drive Help us bless families in need this Thanksgiving! Our network is collecting frozen turkeys for Thanksgiving baskets. Bring your donation to Antioch Baptist Church (1415 Holloway Street) on Wednesday, November 19, between 9:00
Volunteer
Thu, Nov 19Manor House, Wake Forest
International Thanksgiving Potluck Feast
International students and their families are invited to the Manor House for a Thanksgiving potluck lunch together! All international students and their families are invited to join us for a Thanksgiving Po
FreeDinner & brunch
Thu, Nov 1950 W. Salisbury St, Pittsboro
Thankful for You: Customer Appreciation Market
We’re thankful for YOU! Join us at Pittsboro Farmers Market for our Customer Appreciation Market on Thursday, November 19, from 3–6 PM. Shop your favorite local vendors, pick up something for your Thanksgiving table, and help us celebrate the community t
Market
Thu, Nov 19Peregrine, Raleigh
Friendsgiving at Peregrine
Enjoy a calm, cozy Friendsgiving dinner at Peregrine, with three dinner package options for two to share with friends and family. Friendsgiving at Peregrine is a calm, cozy dinner for friends and family.</p
FreeDinner & brunchFriendsgiving
Thu, Nov 19The Corner and Meeting House of Wake Forest
Nov 19 - Tiles Before Turkey PARTY with fun Prizes
Let's start our Thanksgiving by giving Thanks for Mahjong and Friends! Join us for this party before all the Thanksgiving prep begins! Join us for a festive evening of Mahjong fun before the holiday hustle
Free – $55.20
Nov 19–22Vance-Granville Community College, Henderson4 days
The Thanksgiving Play
A drama teacher, three actors, one very awkward Thanksgiving pageant. Larissa FastHorse’s comedy skewers good intentions gone wrong. A high school drama teacher is determined to save her career. She wins gr
$10 – $20
Fri, Nov 20Alamance Arts, Graham
Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink on Synthetic Ice Opening Day
Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink on Synthetic Ice 2026 Dates: November 20 – December 13, 2026 (3 weeks – Closed for Thanksgiving) Session Times: 45-minute sessions begin at the top of each hour. See the website for operational hours. Ages: 3 & up
Fri, Nov 20306 S White Street 2nd. Floor Wake Forest NC close to Downtown
Early Thanksgiving Party at the Railway Smoke & Beverage Friday November 20th. 2026
The Longshot Band is looking forward to our Return performance at Railway Smoke & Beverage Wake Forest, NC Friday November 20th. 2026. For their Early Thanksgiving Celebration Railway Smoke & Beverage is Located at 306 S White Street 2nd Floor Wa
Sat, Nov 218651 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh
RADsgiving 2026 presented by TriangleRAD
TriangleRAD presents RADsgiving 2026 THIS EVENT IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF OUR FRIEND GARY J RICCI II. There will be an opportunity for TriangleRAD members and other friends to pay their respects to Gary. In addition, there will be a charity collect
Sat, Nov 21300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs
Thanksgiving Market
The farmers market is a great place for one-stop Thanksgiving shopping this weekend! Shopping local means you're getting a fresher, more nutritious, flavorful product, making this a Thanksgiving to remember.
Market
Sat, Nov 21619 Foster St
Friendsgiving Marathon League
We're grateful for this community of people who like to throw sharp objects, and we could think of no better way to celebrate the thanksgiving season than a marathon of food, friendship and axes. $105 for 20 matches (Standard ABC) plus a double-eliminatio
Friendsgiving
Sat, Nov 21AMIkids Infinity Wake, Raleigh
Thanks giving Food Basket Drive
GIVE. SUPPORT. SERVE. MAKE AN IMPACT! Accelerating Men, Inc. is proud to present our 12th Annual Golden Man Thanksgiving Food Drive! This Thanksgiving, let’s come together to make a difference by helping families in need throughout our community. Ever
Volunteer
Sat, Nov 21805 E Davie St, Raleigh
Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry Thanksgiving Giveaway at RMBC
Annually, RMBC collaborates with Lost Sheep for our community turkey and trimming giveaway. Preparation for this grand event is Friday, Nov 20th 5:00-9:00 pm
Sat, Nov 212773 NC 55, Cary
Little Splatters: Thankful Turkey Kids Paint Class
Little Splatters: Thankful Turkey Kids Paint Class Join us to paint a thanksgiving turkey, great way to have your little ones help decorate for this holiday season. What to Expect at a Cheers N Paint Art Studio Join us on Saturday 10 to 11 am. Little S
Family friendly
Sat, Nov 214430 S Alston Ave
Community Thanksgiving service
Hosted at LGBC with multiple churches and congregations involved. Guest speaker Peter Na.
Sat, Nov 217100 Harps Mill Rd, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Dinner Drive
Drive through to receive a free Thanksgiving meal!
Dinner & brunch
Sat, Nov 21Woofpak Dog Bakery | ? Voted Best Pet Store 2026, Morrisville
Woofpak Pupsgiving: Thanksgiving Feast & Anniversary Celebration!
Celebrate Pupsgiving & Woofpak's anniversary! Doggie Thanksgiving feast, pumpkin pies, cocktails, raffles, prizes & free goodie bags! 🦃 Pupsgiving: Thanksgiving Feast & Anniversary Celebra
FreeDinner & brunch
Sat, Nov 21Fullsteam at American Tobacco
Friendsgiving
Join us for a fun day of celebrating Friendsgiving that will be full of laughs, good vibes, and plenty of delicious food to share. Join your neighbors at FullSteam Stoker Club </stro
FreeFriendsgiving
Sat, Nov 2118409 NC-210, Angier
Drive-In Movie: Freebirds
Thanksgiving is almost here! Get ready for a fun-filled autumn night under the stars! 🚗🍿🍁 We’re hosting a Drive-In Movie featuring Free Birds at Ronnie's Berry Farm! Load up the car with family, friends, and cozy blankets for an awesome evening of laughs
Nov 21–22DIOR LOUNGE, Raleigh2 days
JOLLOF N JAMS: FRIENDSGIVING - Afrobeat Throwback Party
VIP SECTIONS 919-864-2037 JOLLOF N JAMS — FRIENDSGIVING EDITION! 🍂🔥 Good food, great music, and even better vibes! We’re bringing the family together for a special Afro
Free – $36.30Friendsgiving
Sun, Nov 222215 W Hanford Rd, Burlington
TURKEY DAY W/ Iron Legacy @Down Home Harley-Davidson
Show thankfulness by helping others—and let Iron Legacy handle the turkey! Support Iron Legacy Greensboro’s community outreach fundraiser with smoked turkey for your Thanksgiving table. • Pulled turkey meat: $8 per pound • Whole breast: $60 PICKUP: S
Sun, Nov 2211001 Raven Ridge Rd, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Service
🍂🧡 **THANKSGIVING SERVICE | A SEASON OF GRATITUDE** 🧡🍂 There is always something to thank God for! Through every season, every challenge, every victory, and every unexpected blessing, His faithfulness remains constant. Join us at LifeHouse Church for a
Sun, Nov 223469 Apex Peakway
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop There’s something special about a Thanksgiving table dressed in fresh flowers. It sets the tone for the whole gathering before anyone sits down. Join me for an afternoon of flowers, conversation and creativity as we des
Sun, Nov 22319 W Davie St, Raleigh
CRANKSGIVING with OAKS & SPOKES @ Crank Arm - RALEIGH
It's the season of CRANKSGIVING! Cranksgiving is a fun choose-your-own-adventure event all about riding a bike and giving back to our communities in need during the holiday season. This year's event benefits the Raleigh Rescue Mission. Check-in is at 1:0
Volunteer
Sun, Nov 222000 Fearrington Village Ctr, Pittsboro
Festive Floral Workshop
Celebrate the season with an afternoon of creativity at Fearrington Village’s Festive Floral Workshop: Thanksgiving Centerpiece! Join us on Sunday, November 22, from 2:00–4:00pm at the beautiful Garden Terrace at Fearrington Village for a hands-on floral
Sun, Nov 221418 NC Highway 57, Hillsborough
Community Thanksgiving Celebration Service
Join us on Sunday afternoon, November 22nd, for a special time of worship and thanksgiving featuring the Steadfast Quartet. We’ll gather as a community to celebrate God’s goodness, enjoy an afternoon of uplifting music, and give thanks for His many bless
Sun, Nov 22Lebanon United Methodist Church-Mebane
Collaborative Thanksgiving Service
Our annual Efland Collaborative Church Thanksgiving Service will be Sunday, November 22 at 4:00pm. Lebanon United Methodist Church in Mebane is our host site this year with light refreshments following the service.
Tue, Nov 24501 Foster St
Thanksgiving Market
🍂 Join us for a special Thanksgiving Market on Tuesday, November 24th from 2 - 5 pm at Durham Central Park! When you stock your Thanksgiving table with local ingredients, you’re not just serving the freshest seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, artisa
Market
Tue, Nov 242901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh
Character Extravaganza
🍁✨ **CHARACTER EXTRAVAGANZA!** ✨🍁 Thanksgiving Break is kicking off with a whole lot of FUN at United Skates Raleigh! 🎉🛼 Bring the kids for a special Character Extravaganza filled with skating, music, family fun, and holiday excitement! 📅 **Tuesday, No
Family friendly
Tue, Nov 24Westgate Wine Bar, Raleigh
French Nobility Wine Tasting
With Chateau Margaux Rarity & 100-Point Petrus Stablemate If you do a wine tasting the week of Thanksgiving, it better be a good one. And this one definitely is. So when’s the last time you tasted
$19.14 – $38.59
Tue, Nov 241804 Carl Williamson Rd, Knightdale
Sound Bath at Walnut Hill: A Full Moon Gratitude Gathering
A Full Moon Gratitude Gathering Pause • Reflect • Receive Tuesday, November 24th | 6:45–8:00 PM Walnut Hill | 1804 Carl Williamson Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610 Before the holiday rush begins, give yourself one evening to slow down. Just two days before Thanks
Wed, Nov 252901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Break Daytime Sessions
🎒🚨 **NO SCHOOL? NO PROBLEM!** 🛼🎉 School's OUT and the FUN is ON at United Skates Raleigh! Trade the classroom for the skating rink! We've got three exciting daytime sessions to keep the kids moving, laughing, and making memories this Thanksgiving Break.
Family friendly
Wed, Nov 25Kiddy Town, Elon College
🦃🍁 Gobble, Gobble! Our Little Turkeys Play & Craft Event is HERE! 🍁🦃
Join us at Kiddy Town for a day filled with Thanksgiving fun, creativity, and sweet memories with your little ones! 🧡 📅 Wednesday, November 25 ⏰ Choose Your Session: ☀️ Morning: 10 AM – 12 PM 🍂 Afternoon: 3 PM – 5 PM 🎨 What’s happening? 🦃 Fun Thanksgi
Nov 25–26111 E. Persimmon Street, Youngsville2 days
Thanksgiving EVE Party!
Come "run into" the people you actively avoid the other 364 days of the year at Homeslice's annual Hometown High-school Reunion! What to expect: Jay Black & Katie behind the bar DJ Ignite 9pm-12am $5 Well Drinks $4 White Claws Vibes...of sorts Be th
Live music
Wed, Nov 25Dupre’s Coffee & Co., Willow Spring
Thanksgiving Pie Pop Up at Dupre’s!
THANKSGIVING PIE POP-UP! Let us take one thing off your Thanksgiving to-do list! We’re bringing homemade pies to Dupre’s Coffee & Co. on November 25, just in time for Thanksgiving! Choose from: -Pecan Pie -Pumpkin Pie Both are 7-inch pies! PRICIN
Wed, Nov 25Pourworks, 900 East Six Forks Road #120, Raleigh, NC, USA
Friendsgiving Packer Potluck!
FRIENDSGIVING PACKER POTLUCK AT POURWORKS! Thanksgiving Eve calls for good friends, great food, cold drinks, and PACKERS FOOTBALL 🍂🏈 FRIENDSGIVING PACKER POTLUCK AT POURWORKS!
FreeFriendsgiving
Wed, Nov 25Level7 Rooftop, Raleigh
Friendsgiving @Level 7
An evening of gratitude, good vibes, food, cocktails, and music—together in person at Friendsgiving @Level 7. Friendsgiving @Level 7 is an in-person event for the general public. <
$13.42 – $230.87Friendsgiving
Wed, Nov 25NC Arts Incubator, Siler City
Siler City Community Square Dance
We had so much fun last time, we're doing it again! Dance traditional mountain square dances to live music in the NC Arts Incubator space. You can do the turkey wing with your partner on Thanksgiving Eve. All dances are taught - everyone is welcome - no e
Live music
Nov 25–26CLUB RDU2 days
The Carolina Blueprint Concert
Thanksgiving Eve! Fucious TV brings NC’s hottest rising artists LIVE to Club RDU! Don’t miss it! VIP BOOTH RESERVATIONS — $700 TOTAL Reserve you
$19.19 – $346.11Live music
Wed, Nov 25Tap Yard Raleigh
Thankful Thrash: The Ultimate Pre-Turkey Bash feat. Vertigo
Join us at Tap Yard Raleigh for a FREE Pre-Turkey Day party! Forget the Turkey Trot and join us at Tap Yard our Thankful Thrash: The Ultimate Pre-Turkey Bash, the must-attend event of the Thanksgiving seaso
FreeTurkey trot
Nov 25–26Split Raleigh2 days
Night before Thanksgiving R&b Wednesday
The biggest R&b Wednesday of the year every year @ Split don’t miss top DJs food hookah downtown on Glenwood this night will be historic The biggest R&b Wednesday of the year every year @ Split don’
FreeLive music
Nov 25–26Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant of Cary2 days
Thanksgiving EVE Party at Dohertys Cary w/DJ George!
It’s that time of the year! Come kick off the holiday season with us! Family in town? Bring em’ . Family in town? Leave em’ 😉 We have been doing this for over a decade. Let us show you why. New to DJ George? All your favorites from the 80's, 90's, 200
Live music
Nov 25–26Westwood, Raleigh2 days
DRINKSGIVING AT WESTWOOD (Thanksgiving Eve)
Get ready to kick off Thanksgiving Eve with drinks, good vibes, and great company at the ultimate pre-holiday bash! 🍂🥃 DRINKSGIVING: THANKSGIVING EVE! 🥃🍂 The night before Thanksgiving, yo
Free – $13.42
Nov 25–26Sugar House, Raleigh2 days
Fabolous: The Soul Tapes Listening Event
**THE SOUL TAPES: A Fabolous Listening Experience** This Thanksgiving Eve, we're bringing a little New York luxury to Raleigh. Join us for an upscale listening experience celebrating Fabolous' iconic *Soul Tape* trilogy, with music from some of NYC's fi
Nov 25–26HALCYON Bar + Lounge, Raleigh2 days
BLACKOUT WEDNESDAY: DRUNKSGIVING AFTERPARTY
## BLACKOUT WEDNESDAY 🖤 **The Official Drunksgiving Afterparty** The crawl ends. The night doesn't. Everybody's home for Thanksgiving, so we're taking it all the way to 2AM. 🔥 📅 Wednesday, November 25\ ⏰ 10PM – 2AM\ 📍 Halcyon · Raleigh\ 🔞 21+ **THE DO
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Thu, Nov 26White Deer Park, Garner
10th Annual Turkey Day 5k
Turkey Day is our rescue’s largest fundraiser – all proceeds help us continue to bring in medical need dogs, orphaned puppies…. hospice cases. Race options include 5K and a 1M Fun Run. Both the 5K and 1M courses are relatively flat paved trails and the s
Turkey trot
Thu, Nov 26E Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510, United States
Gallop & Gorge 8K(2026)
Third and final race in the 22nd annual Le Tour de Carrboro race series. The race starts and finishes on Weaver Street in downtown Carrboro, NC and winds through the nearby neighborhoods on Thanksgiving Morning. -
Thu, Nov 26116 N Main St, Louisburg
Louisburg Turkey Trot
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving with a burst of energy and heartwarming generosity at the 2nd Annual Louisburg Turkey Trot 5K! Lace up your sneakers and join our community for a fun, family-friendly race and for a chance to give back. All proceed
Turkey trotVolunteer
Thu, Nov 264809 Friends School Rd
Annual Turkey Trot
🍁 Work up an appetite for your big celebratory meal on Thanksgiving morning! All folks in the CFS community are invited – current families, staff, alumni and alumni families, board members, as well as friends of CFS. Meet at the Main Athletic Fields
Turkey trot
Thu, Nov 264711 Hope Valley Rd Suite 6C
Pub's Thanksgiving Charity Event
Save the date... SECOND YEAR IN A ROW.... FREE MEALS on Thanksgiving morning, 10am-11:30am, the Pub will be giving away Thanksgiving 300 To Go Meals. Please share with your friends, family, college students and co-workers who are alone this holiday seaso
Thu, Nov 26Fred Fletcher Park, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Morning Yoga
Start your Thanksgiving differently this year. All-level outdoor yoga with movement, stillness, and a little reflection. Beginners welcome. Thanksgiving can fill up quickly </strong
$19.14
Thu, Nov 26New Hope Collaborative, Raleigh
A Seat at the Table
Join NHC and Roots With A Purpose for A Seat at the Table! Enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal, fellowship, and community. Nov. 26, 12–3 PM. 🦃 A Seat at the Table: Community Thanksgiving Meal &am
Free
Thu, Nov 264501 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh
Thanksgiving at the Hammock
We love Thanksgiving—the food, the family, the tradition. But we all know that hosting can be stressful, so take a break and let us do the cooking for you! Our Thanksgiving Feast will be served buffet style featuring some of your favorite classics, option
Dinner & brunch
Thu, Nov 26Quiltmaker Cafe, Pittsboro
Thanksgiving Dinner
Join the community and The Quiltmaker Café for our 5th annual Donate-What-You-Can Thanksgiving Dinner!!!! Open house from 12:00pm-4:00pm, no reservations needed. What: Thanksgiving Dinner will be held buffet-style. Provided by local community members,
Dinner & brunchVolunteer
Thu, Nov 26The Westin Raleigh-Durham Airport
A Westin Thanksgiving: Grand Ballroom Buffet & Prosecco Bar | 12 PM Seating
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a grand buffet, ice sculpture raw bar, chef-carved filet mignon and an included Prosecco bar. 12:00-2:30 PM. A Westin Thanksgiving Gather with family and friends for
$46.60 – $115.27Dinner & brunch
Thu, Nov 263611 Hawkins Avenue, Sanford
Annual Thanksgiving Night SALE
After the Turkey is finished and the dishes are done, join us to jumpstart the Black Friday weekend! We will be open 5-10pm. ALL the Black Friday weekend specials plus Thursday ONLY deals including: $20 gift cards for EVERY $100 you spend. ( not vali
Nov 26–27PARTAKE RALEIGH2 days
LADIES LOVE SLOW JAMS WITH DJ SNS
1ST EVER ALL SLOW JAM SING A LONG THANKSGIVNG NITE DINNER PARTY W/ MARY J BLIGE DJ-DJ SNS-SOUL & SEAFOOD-HOOKAH-
$15.70 – $145.03Dinner & brunchLive music
Thu, Nov 262701 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Party
Thanksgiving Party Doors open at 9 PM Music by DJ Ricky C $15 cover charge For more info: 919-625-9114
Live music
Fri, Nov 27Sertoma Arts Center, Raleigh
NCRC Day After Thanksgiving Run/Walk
The morning after that Thanksgiving dinner, join us for a social run or walk to burn off a few of those calories! We'll meet at 9 a.m. on Nov. 27 in the picnic area outside of the Sertoma Arts Center in north Raleigh. After a group photo, we'll head out f
Dinner & brunch
Fri, Nov 272901 Trawick Rd, Raleigh
Black Friday Daytime Sessions
🛍️🎉 **SKIP THE SHOPPING CROWDS — HIT THE SKATING RINK!** 🛼 Black Friday isn't just for shopping! Make it a day of family fun at United Skates Raleigh! We're opening for THREE daytime skating sessions, giving everyone a chance to get out of the house and
Fri, Nov 27South Line Brewing Co., Cary
Craft and Draught: Let's Make a Star Lantern
Get ready for the winter holidays! Let's make a star lantern. This is a 2 hour workshop the day after Thanksgiving. Materials provided.
$48.21
Fri, Nov 27Stars and Strikes, Raleigh
6th Annual Gobble N Roll:Turkey Bowling Tournament
Your Thanksgiving weekend jump off event with family and friends 🎳It is that time of the year again for the Annual Turkey Bowling tournament!! We are inviting you and your friends & family to come
$12.51 – $23.18Family friendly
Fri, Nov 27The Arts Conference Event Center, Knightdale
The Ultimate R&B Bingo Experience: Thanksgiving Weekend Edition
Get ready to vibe, shout, and win big with your favorite R&B jams this Thanksgiving weekend! Agenda 🕑: 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM What to Expect Host: LaToya Ca
$25 – $200
Fri, Nov 27Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary
Mike Krause & The Third Expression, Bond Brothers Eastside, November 27, 8pm
Mike Krause & The Third Expression, featuring Dan Davis of the Dan Davis Group (INDY’s Best of the Triangle) on drums and E. Scott Warren (Shirlette Ammons, Mike Babyak’s Triple Fret, The Blusterfields) on bass, are returning on Friday, November 27 to
Live music
Nov 27–28Ambiance Event Center, Raleigh2 days
Enloe Cabaret 2026
Enloe Cabaret 2026. Were Baaaccckkkkkk!! Calling all Eagles Enloe Cabaret 2026 Date & Time: November 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) Venue:</st
$29.73 – $391.18
Sat, Nov 28William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh
Turkey Chase - 5K
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Turkey Chase! We hope you enjoyed the delicious Thanksgiving eats with your friends and family. But now it's time to burn off the turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and pie! With three distances - including a 5K,
Turkey trot
Sat, Nov 28Downtown Mebane
Shop Small Saturday in Downtown Mebane
Annual Mebane Shop Small Saturday - November 28th Get ready for the 12th Annual Mebane Shop Small Saturday! 🎉 Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 28th, and join us downtown for a day bursting with holiday cheer, amazing finds, and community spirit
Sat, Nov 28Luxe bella, Raleigh
Luxe Bella Thanksgiving Brunch
🤎 LUXE BELLA THANKSGIVING BRUNCH 🦃✨ PORFAVOR VENIR CON VESTIMENDS CAFE/MARRON🤎🤎 Una Celebración de Gratitud y Belleza ¡Esta temporada de Thanksgiving queremos tomarnos un momento para darles las GRACIAS! 🤎 En Luxe Bella, nuestras clientas son más que
Dinner & brunch
Sat, Nov 281500 Tilley Farm Road, Rougemont
Friendsgiving at B² Farm! Family Play Day.
FRIENDSGIVING AT THE FARM! Thanksgiving is over, everyone’s had their turkey, and now it’s time to get those kids OUT OF THE HOUSE! 😂 We’re opening B² Farm for ONE special day of fall fun! 📅 Saturday, November 28th ⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM 🎟️ Only $5 per person
FriendsgivingFamily friendly
Sat, Nov 282701 Lawnview Lane, Apex
Home For the Holidays
Celebrate the season at Sweetwater Town Center on November 28! Visit Santa Claus from 4–6 PM, then enjoy live music with Julia Golden from 6–8 PM.
Live music
Sat, Nov 28126 E Cabarrus St, Raleigh
Thanksgiving Reggae Fest featuring Crucial Fiya, Micky Mills & Steel, Sahara Reggae Band and more...
Thanksgiving Reggae Fest Featuring: Crucial Fiya Micky Mills & Steel Sahara Reggae Band CJ Blayz Sister Candice Malboogy Ra Deal Tickets on sale now!
Sat, Nov 28Bralie's 2
"All My Rowdy Friends" National Touring Hank Jr.Tribute @Bralies 2
" Hanksgiving" The Nation's #1 Hank WillIams JR Tribute Show "All My Rowdy Friends" return to Bralie' s 2 and will blow you away with their dynamic performance. The uncanny, natural look, sound and stage presence of this frontman will make you wonder, Is
Nov 28–29DIOR LOUNGE, Raleigh2 days
LA NUIT DES RETROUVAILLES; Francophone Night
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Nov 28–292223 NC-542 days
YTB FATT THANKSGIVING SATURDAY FINALE AT CLUB RDU
Ytb fatt and the foxes invade Club Rdu Saturday Nov 28th for thanksgiving weekend , for tickets click the link , for vip call 919 987 4300
Free – $346.11
Sun, Nov 29Centro, Raleigh
Amapiano and Friends - Thanksgiving Day Party Vibes; PK Suya, Free Entry
Amapiano and Friends Info: 919-864-2037 Amapiano & Friends is back for another Sunday day party at Bodega . Come outside for go
Free – $19.14
Thanksgiving table decor and hosting essentials
From the thermometer that saves the turkey to the tablecloth, the kids’ table and a hat for the Turkey Trot. Check delivery dates before you order.
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Instant-read thermometerThe one tool between a dry bird and a juicy oneShop on Amazon - Host
Roasting pan with rackLifts the turkey so it browns all overShop on Amazon - Host
Food warming matEvery side still warm when the last guest sitsShop on Amazon - Guest
Casserole carrierFor the dish you promised to bring, 9×13Shop on Amazon - Table
Thanksgiving tableclothAutumn leaves for the long tableShop on Amazon - Table
Cheesecloth table runnerSoft and gathered, this year’s table lookShop on Amazon - Table
Gratitude conversation cardsSomething to talk about besides the gameShop on Amazon - Kids
Coloring tableclothKeeps the kids’ table busy till pieShop on Amazon - Friendsgiving
Plates and napkins setFor Friendsgiving, and no washing upShop on Amazon - Run
Turkey hatRun the Turkey Trot dressed for dinnerShop on Amazon
Thanksgiving events near Durham
Turkey trots, dinners and parades in the towns nearby
Nov 25 – Dec 26Botanical Lounge, Raleigh32 days
Pitch Black - The All Black Affair 11.25 Botanical Lounge (formerly Solas)
$13.42 – $116.42
Thu, Nov 26Center City Park at Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc.
Greensboro Gobbler 5K - 26th Annual Turkey Trot
Turkey trot
Sat, Nov 281610 Automotive Way, Raleigh
Santa Express Aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley
Family friendly
Sat, Nov 28The Venue Raleigh
Mimosas N Melodies: RnB vs Trap Karaoke Brunch
$7.70 – $70.65Dinner & brunch
Since 1621
The history of Thanksgiving
It began with a harvest. In the autumn of 1621, the Plymouth colonists and their Wampanoag neighbours shared three days of food in a good year. Nobody called it Thanksgiving then. It took two more centuries, a determined editor and a president in the middle of a war to turn it into the day we know: a Thursday in November for family, food and being grateful.
Most of what fills the day now came later. The parade, the football, the morning Turkey Trot and the long table of sides were added by one generation after another, which is why every family’s Thanksgiving looks a little different.
- 1621After their first harvest, the Plymouth colonists hold three days of feasting. Massasoit arrives with about 90 Wampanoag men, who bring five deer.
- 1789George Washington proclaims the first national day of thanksgiving, for Thursday, 26 November.
- 1846–63Sarah Josepha Hale, the magazine editor who wrote “Mary Had a Little Lamb”, writes to five presidents asking for one national day.
- 1863In the middle of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln makes the last Thursday of November a national Thanksgiving. It has been kept every year since.
- 1896Buffalo runs its first YMCA Turkey Trot, now the oldest footrace held every year in North America — a year older than the Boston Marathon.
- 1924Macy’s holds its first parade in New York, with animals from the Central Park Zoo. The giant balloons arrive in 1927.
- 1934The Detroit Lions play on Thanksgiving for the first time, and football becomes part of the afternoon.
- 1939–41Franklin Roosevelt moves the day a week earlier to lengthen the shopping season. People call it “Franksgiving”, so Congress fixes it for good: the fourth Thursday of November.
- 1957Canada settles on the second Monday of October for its own Thanksgiving, which goes back to 1578.
- 1989George H. W. Bush gives the first formal presidential turkey pardon, now a White House tradition.
Thanksgiving in Durham: frequently asked questions
When are Thanksgiving events in Durham in 2026?
Thanksgiving events in Durham run from Nov 14 to Nov 29, 2026: 100 events.
What is on in Durham on Thanksgiving Day?
13 events are listed for Thursday, November 26, including 10th Annual Turkey Day 5k at White Deer Park, Gallop & Gorge 8K(2026) at E Weaver St, Carrboro, NC 27510, United States and Louisburg Turkey Trot.
Where can I have Thanksgiving dinner in Durham?
12 dinners, brunches and buffets are listed, including Community Wide Thanksgiving Dinner, Thanksgiving Community Brunch & Turkey Giveaway and International Thanksgiving Potluck Feast at Manor House. Tables go early for the holiday, so book ahead where you can.
Are there turkey trots in Durham?
Yes: Thankful Thrash: The Ultimate Pre-Turkey Bash feat. Vertigo at Tap Yard Raleigh (Wed, Nov 25), 10th Annual Turkey Day 5k at White Deer Park (Thu, Nov 26) and Louisburg Turkey Trot (Thu, Nov 26).
Where can I volunteer this Thanksgiving in Durham?
Community Cares Stuff The Bus Food Drive at Carlie C's IGA, Thanksgiving Food Drive and OBMOU’s 11th Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal Mission | Feed 10,000+ at Clayton Civitan Club are looking for helping hands.
Are there free Thanksgiving events in Durham?
Yes: 18 of the 100 listed are free, including Community Cares Stuff The Bus Food Drive at Carlie C's IGA, Thanksgiving Community Brunch & Turkey Giveaway and International Thanksgiving Potluck Feast at Manor House. Tickets for the rest run from $7.18 to $391.18.
What are the best Thanksgiving events in Durham?
The most popular on AllEvents right now are Raleigh Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 at North Street Beer Station (Nov 25–26), MAKRS Holiday Fest at City Plaza (Sat, Nov 28) and DRUNKSGIVING RALEIGH: The Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl at Glenwood South (Wed, Nov 25).
Are there Thanksgiving events near Durham?
Yes: 4 more events are listed within reach, in Raleigh and Greensboro.
When is Thanksgiving 2026?
In the United States, Thursday, November 26, 2026 — always the fourth Thursday of November. Canada celebrates earlier, on Monday, October 12, the second Monday of October.
What is Friendsgiving?
A Thanksgiving meal shared with friends rather than family, usually on a day near the holiday. Many restaurants and bars host Friendsgiving dinners and parties, so you can skip the cooking.
Do I need to book Thanksgiving dinner in advance?
Yes, as early as you can. Restaurants serving a Thanksgiving menu often fill up a week or more ahead, and many offer a set menu at fixed seatings on the day.