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Thanksgiving Events in King 2026

Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in King 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 King.

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Sat, Nov 14Carl Chavis YMCA, High Point

APCC FRIENDSGIVING LUNCH & LEARN

🎉 11 DAYS UNTIL FRIENDSGIVING! 🎉 The countdown is ON! 🍂🦃 Access Point Community Center invites you to join us for WHAT’S ON YOUR PLATE? HEALTH CHECK: HOLIDAY EDITION — our Friendsgiving Lunch & Learn! 📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026 ⏰ 12:30 PM – 2:30

12:00 AM

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Sat, Nov 14Christ Wesleyan Church Greensboro

Greensboro YoungLives Thanksgiving Event

If you are a young parent or expecting a baby between the ages of 11–21, this event is for YOU! Join us for an afternoon filled with good food, fellowship, encouragement, and an opportunity to connect with other young parents in our community. Saturday,

12:00 AM

Sat, Nov 141041 Flat Shoals Rd

Organic Goodness Farm Market

We're getting close to Thanksgiving, friends! And you know what that means -- Sweet Potatoes! We'll have the first of our Organic Sweet Potatoes this Saturday. Unfortunately, this year's harvest was quite disappointing, so we only have a very limited a

9:00 AM

Market

Sat, Nov 14Ardmore United Methodist Church, Winston Salem

November Playground Party at Ardmore UMC

🍂 Cool fall air, warm apple cider, and a whole lot of playground fun! 🍎 Come celebrate a morning of fun, friendship, and thankfulness with us! We're bringing the community together for a little fall fun on the playground, and EVERYONE is invited! Bring t

10:00 AM

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Sat, Nov 142005 yanceyville st Greensboro Nc 27405 suite 101

Celebrate Friendgiving

Celebrate Friendsgiving with Julie Saldivia Jewelry! 💕 Bring your bestie and enjoy 20% off matching jewelry, permanent jewelry, custom engravings, and our charms bar. 📅 November 14 | 11 AM–8 PM 📍 Revolution Mill, Greensboro Everyone is welcome! Come ce

11:00 AM

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Sat, Nov 14Uncle Cheesecake, High Point

Kids Turkey Cake Decorating Class

Come join our Kids Turkey Cake Decorating Class and let's have some fun creating delicious and festive treats together! Kids Turkey Cake Decorating Class Get ready fo

3:00 PM

$41.32Family friendly

Sat, Nov 14690 Jonestown Road, Clemmons

Friendsgiving at Real World Dance

Friendship. Gratitude. Dance. This year we're celebrating the people who make Real World Dance what it is, and we'd love to see you there. Whether you dance with us every week, haven't been on the floor in a while, or have never set foot in the studio, co

4:00 PM

Friendsgiving

Sat, Nov 14260 Spring Rd, Patrick Springs

PSPHC Community Thanksgiving Meal 🦃

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Community Thanksgiving Meal! There is no charge and everything will be provided. Bring your friends and family and join us for a special time of fellowship!

4:00 PM

Sat, Nov 14Lawndale Baptist Church, Greensboro

Thanksgiving Dinner!

Traditional Thanksgiving meal—turkey, dressing, and all the fixins! Sign up by emailing Audrey Womack at awomack2@triad.rr.com no later than November 2. If you need a ride, email Audrey Womack at awomack2@triad.rr.com by November 11. Americans: Please

6:00 PM

Dinner & brunch

Sun, Nov 157905 Grapevine Rd. Lewisville

Thanksgiving Chicken Stew Community Event

Free Community Event You are invited to our annual Chicken Stew Event Come enjoy Faith, Fellowship and Gospel Music!

11:00 AM

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Sun, Nov 153735 Admiral Dr, High Point

Sunday Funday - Gobble 'Til You Wobble

Sunday Funday is back at Bizi Kidz High Point, and it’s time to Gobble ’Til You Wobble! 🦃🍂 The kidz get 4 hours of fun, and YOU get 4 hours to yourself! Sounds like something to be thankful for! 🙌 Space is limited, so reserve your child’s spot today! We

1:00 PM

Sun, Nov 15240 Market View Drive, Kernersville

Floral Design 101

Hey, Kernersville! Join us on November 15th at 1pm to 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

1:00 PM

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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Thanksgiving events near King

Turkey trots, dinners and parades in the towns nearby

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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.

  1. 1621After their first harvest, the Plymouth colonists hold three days of feasting. Massasoit arrives with about 90 Wampanoag men, who bring five deer.
  2. 1789George Washington proclaims the first national day of thanksgiving, for Thursday, 26 November.
  3. 1846–63Sarah Josepha Hale, the magazine editor who wrote “Mary Had a Little Lamb”, writes to five presidents asking for one national day.
  4. 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.
  5. 1896Buffalo runs its first YMCA Turkey Trot, now the oldest footrace held every year in North America — a year older than the Boston Marathon.
  6. 1924Macy’s holds its first parade in New York, with animals from the Central Park Zoo. The giant balloons arrive in 1927.
  7. 1934The Detroit Lions play on Thanksgiving for the first time, and football becomes part of the afternoon.
  8. 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.
  9. 1957Canada settles on the second Monday of October for its own Thanksgiving, which goes back to 1578.
  10. 1989George H. W. Bush gives the first formal presidential turkey pardon, now a White House tradition.

Thanksgiving in King: frequently asked questions

When are Thanksgiving events in King in 2026?

Thanksgiving events in King run from Nov 14 to Nov 29, 2026: 100 events.

What is on in King on Thanksgiving Day?

9 events are listed for Thursday, November 26, including Five Before the Feast. HP’s annual Turkey Trot at Downtown High Point, Greensboro Gobbler 5K - 26th Annual Turkey Trot at Center City Park at Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. and Friends Feeding Families 2026 at Antioch Baptist Church of Mount Airy.

Where can I have Thanksgiving dinner in King?

16 dinners, brunches and buffets are listed, including Thanksgiving Dinner! at Lawndale Baptist Church, Thanksgiving Dinner and Youth Thanksgiving Party. Tables go early for the holiday, so book ahead where you can.

Are there turkey trots in King?

Yes: "Turkey Trot" Kids Event (Sun, Nov 15), Five Before the Feast. HP’s annual Turkey Trot at Downtown High Point (Thu, Nov 26) and Greensboro Gobbler 5K - 26th Annual Turkey Trot at Center City Park at Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. (Thu, Nov 26).

Where can I volunteer this Thanksgiving in King?

Thankful Thursday with Second Harvest Food Bank, Feeding the 500 at Restoration @ The Rock 501 Kirkland Street, Greensboro, NC, US and The 10th Annual Cranksgiving Greensboro at REVOLUTION CYCLES NC are looking for helping hands.

Are there free Thanksgiving events in King?

Yes: 8 of the 100 listed are free, including 3rd Thursdays Thanksgiving Party at Barber Park Event Center, Triad NC ISSA Monthly Meeting - November 19th 6pm to 8pm at Forsyth Tech Robert L. Strickland Center and Thanksgiving Food Pantry. Tickets for the rest run from $25 to $41.32.

What are the best Thanksgiving events in King?

The most popular on AllEvents right now are Greensboro Gobbler 5K - 26th Annual Turkey Trot at Center City Park at Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. (Thu, Nov 26), 3rd Thursdays Thanksgiving Party at Barber Park Event Center (Thu, Nov 19) and Baking With Maddie: Pumpkin Pies & Festive Fun (Wed, Nov 25).

Are there Thanksgiving events near King?

Yes: 4 more events are listed within reach, in North Wilkesboro, Davidson, Salisbury and Danville.

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.