# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Merrillville 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Merrillville 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 Merrillville 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 Merrillville.

## Trending Events in Merrillville

- **Event Name**: Influential Women Awards
  - **Description**: JOIN US IN CELEBRATION

For more than 15 years, the Influential Women of Northwest Indiana Awards Banquet has honored the women who shape our region — its businesses, industries, and communities. As the longest-running awards program recognizing women in
  - **Venue**: 3550 E Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
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- **Event Name**: 🎃 Haunted Hills Haunted Attractions 2026 Season: The Fear Returns 👻
  - **Description**: Open September 25 – November 1, 2026
📍 7611 E 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

The screams return this fall as Haunted Hills Haunted Attractions opens its gates for the 2026 season! Step into Northwest Indiana’s ultimate Halloween destination—where new h
  - **Venue**: 7611 E 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN, United States, Indiana 46410
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- **Event Name**: Bluey and bingo friendship fall breakfast
  - **Description**: Join Bluey and Bingo for a fun-filled fall breakfast celebrating friendship and yummy food!About this Event🍂💙 Bluey & Bingo’s Fall Friendship Breakfast 💙🍂Join us for a magical fall morning filled w
  - **Venue**: Family Life Center
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- **Event Name**: Merrillville Park Events: Sunset Markets Dance, House Music Night ft DJ Pablo. and DJ Louie Diaz
  - **Description**: Get ready NW Indiana! Merrillville Parks and Recreation is bringing the community together for vibrant Thursday nights filled with local flavor, live entertainment, and sunset vibes.

Sunset Markets are coming to the Dean and Barbara White Community Cente
  - **Venue**: 6600  Broadway, Merrillville, IN, United States, Indiana 46410
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- **Event Name**: An Afternoon with Bonnie Garmus
  - **Description**: Join us for a can’t-miss event with NYT bestselling author Bonnie Garmus, creator of the global sensation Lessons in Chemistry!About this EventJoin Books-A-Million for a special afternoon with #1
  - **Venue**: Books-A-Million
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- **Event Name**: Northwest Indiana Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market
  - **Description**: Join us at Northwest Indiana Spooktacular Craft & Vendor MarketAbout this Event🎃 👻 Get Ready for a Spooktacular Weekend at the
  - **Venue**: 2109 Southlake Mall
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- **Event Name**: Hispanic Heritage Craft and Vendor Market at Southlake Mall
  - **Description**: Hometown Vendor Market hosts amazing indoor and outdoor vendor markets that bring together local, independent businesses and merchants that specialize in food, drinks, jewelry, handmade crafts, home decor, fashion, art, wellness, design, and so much mo
  - **Venue**: Southlake Mall
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- **Event Name**: "VIVA Mexico!" Cocktails and Canvas Fun Paint & Sip Social Art Event
  - **Description**: ¡Únete a VIVA Mexico! para una noche divertida de pintura, cócteles y buen rollo en persona.About this EventJoin Us for "VIVA Mexico!"Get ready for a fun pain
  - **Venue**: La Loteria Mexican Restaurant bar & grill
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- **Event Name**: MIYA (Most Influential Youth Award) 2026
  - **Description**: Highlighting the youth in our region that's climbing the ladder and making a difference at an early age. This will be an exciting weekend! With a free Teen Summit and an award ceremony for the youth on 9/20. We are giving the youth an opportunity to shine
  - **Venue**: Avalon Manor Banquet Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Merrillville?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Merrillville 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 Merrillville?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **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 Merrillville?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Merrillville.

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