# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Madison 2026

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

## Thanksgiving Events in Madison

- **Event Name**: Madison Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the best Madison Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl yet! Bar hop through the best bars in Madison for our annual pub crawl.About this EventMadison Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026Wednesday, N
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 12:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/madison-official-thanksgiving-eve-bar-crawl-2026/100001983726641786
  - **Venue**: Downtown Madison
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 13
  - **Categories**: fitness, Parties, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Class- Garver Feed Mill in Madison, WI
  - **Description**: Pass the potatoes and the piping bags – it’s a frosting feast just in time for Thanksgiving with your food favorites and let’s give thanks!About this Event"Thanksgiving" Cookie Decorating Class
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/thanksgiving-cookie-decorating-class-garver-feed-mill-in-madison-wi/100001998677987664
  - **Venue**: Glitter Workshop (inside Garver Feed Mill)
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  - **Price**: USD 25 to 66
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Kids
- **Event Name**: 10th Anniversary! Cranksgiving Madison 2026
  - **Description**: Cranksgiving is a food drive on two wheels. Part bike ride, part food drive, part scavenger hunt, it has been held annually in New York City since 1999. This is a ride with friends for a great cause! 

THIS YEAR!
This is and always has been a great ride w
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 04:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/10th-anniversary-cranksgiving-madison-2026/200030741520220
  - **Venue**: State Capital Madison Wi.
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, nonprofit, thanksgiving, sports, entertainment, cycling
- **Event Name**: Turkey Train Stop 10
  - **Description**: THE TURKEY TRAIN IS COMING TO TOWN! 

Your Thanksgiving turkey is getting a ride straight from our farm to a pickup location near you!

Skip the grocery store scramble and bring home a turkey raised on pasture, without antibiotics, mRNA vaccines, or GMOs.
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/turkey-train-stop-10/200030835554224
  - **Venue**: Garver Feed Mill
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- **Event Name**: FCBC's 50th Anniversary Celebration
  - **Description**: The Big Celebration - Saturday, November 14th
1-5pm (Remarks from Dave Day at 2:30 pm)
Appetizers, drinks, and desserts from local restaurants 

Please register at this link if you plan to come: https://forms.gle/BUoGG1oKcqKLZUueA 

Communion & Testim
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/fcbcs-50th-anniversary-celebration/200030778133740
  - **Venue**: 1024 Regent Street, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53715
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- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Potluck Meal
  - **Description**: Thanksgiving Potluck MealAbout this EventJoin us for a Thanksgiving potluck meal! The meal will start at 2 pm on Thanksgiving Day. The ward will provide the turkey and ham. Please sign up to bring a side dish. The l
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 02:00 pm – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/thanksgiving-potluck-meal/100002002931646472
  - **Venue**: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Black Friday TurkeyDAZE Deals
  - **Description**: Black Friday at Fontana Sports - Don't miss the best deals of the year! We open EARLY on Black Friday (11/27 - the day after Thanksgiving) at 9 am so we can bring you great deals on the products you love! 20-75% off Doorbusters! The first 25 purchases ove
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri Nov 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/black-friday-turkeydaze-deals/200030731484238
  - **Venue**: Fontana Sports Specialties
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  - **Categories**: Sports
- **Event Name**: Madison Turkey Trot 5K
  - **Description**: Run the Madison Turkey Trot 5K at Alliant Energy Stadium. All Runners will receive a donut at the finish line. Run the Tradition!
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 07:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/madison-turkey-trot-5k/200030788407202
  - **Venue**: Alliant Energy Center
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Thanksgiving Potluck Party
  - **Description**: You're invited to our Thanksgiving Potluck Party!💖✨
📅 Date: November 20th, 2026
🕒 Time: 8:20 pm
📍 Location: Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Madison West
👗 Dress to Impress:
🍂🦃Wear your comfy, festive attire—think cozy sweaters, autumn colors, and your favori
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 08:20 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/thanksgiving-potluck-party/200030604800451
  - **Venue**: 2727 West Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI 53713
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  - **Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, parties, entertainment, thanksgiving

## Trending Events in Madison

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  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Madison
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- **Event Name**: William Shatner Live After a Screening of Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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- **Event Name**: USC Trojans at Wisconsin Badgers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Camp Randall Stadium
🏠 Address: 1440 Monroe St., Madison, WI 53711
🌆 City: Madison
📍 Location: 43.0696, -89.412🌟 Step into a world of wonder at USC Trojans at Wisconsin Badgers Football, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Loc
  - **Venue**: Camp Randall Stadium
- **Event Name**: USC Trojans at Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium
  - **Venue**: Camp Randall Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Brett Goldstein
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
- **Event Name**: Matt Rife
  - **Description**: Matt Rife

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Date: 24 Oct, 2026 - 08:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Nashville Tennesee
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- **Event Name**: Ben Folds at Orpheum Theatre - Madison
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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- **Event Name**: Oklahoma State Cowboys at Wisconsin Badgers Mens Basketball at Kohl Center
  - **Venue**: Kohl Center
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- **Event Name**: Boo at the Zoo
  - **Description**: Join us for FREE, family-friendly trick or treating throughout the Zoo! Enjoy free carousel rides and don't miss our extra animal enrichment throughout the day!
  - **Venue**: 702 South Randall Avenue, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53715
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Madison?
  - **A:** Madison Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Downtown Madison), Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Class- Garver Feed Mill in Madison, WI (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 01:00 pm at Glitter Workshop (inside Garver Feed Mill)), 10th Anniversary! Cranksgiving Madison 2026 (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 10:30 am at State Capital Madison Wi.), Turkey Train Stop 10 (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 03:00 pm at Garver Feed Mill), FCBC's 50th Anniversary Celebration (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 01:00 pm at 1024 Regent Street, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53715).
- **Q**: What are the top free Thanksgiving events in Madison?
  - **A:** Thanksgiving Potluck Meal (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Madison?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Madison 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 Madison?
  - **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 Madison?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Madison include Downtown Madison, Glitter Workshop (inside Garver Feed Mill), State Capital Madison Wi..
- **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Madison?
  - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Madison range from USD 25 to USD 66. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Madison?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Madison include BarCrawl.com, Lulu's Sweets, Cranksgiving Madison.
- **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 Madison?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Madison.

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