# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Overland Park 2026

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Overland Park 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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## About

Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Overland Park 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 Overland Park.

## Thanksgiving Events in Overland Park

- **Event Name**: 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
  - **Description**: Get ready to run Kansas!

Welcome to the 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5K.

DATE AND TIME: 

Sunday, November 22, 2026

All Races start at 7:30am

RACE LOCATION: 

Corporate Woods, 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas 662
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 07:30 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 12:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/2026-gobbler-grind-marathon-half-marathon-10k-and-5k/200030686499344
  - **Venue**: Corporate Woods Office Park
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  - **Categories**: sports, marathons, workshops, trips-adventures, dog, business, parties, festivals, exhibitions, art, fine-arts, entertainment, thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Flag Football Turkey Bowl
  - **Description**: Round up your squad, hit the field, and get ready to throw, catch, and score your way to victory! Join us for KC Crew’s Turkey Bowl Flag Football Tournament and enjoy a full day of competition and football fun.

Bring your team, show off your skills, and
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/flag-football-turkey-bowl/200030757483005
  - **Venue**: Shawnee Mission North High School
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Contests
- **Event Name**: Creative Cookie Decorating: Thanksgiving Favorites
  - **Description**: Decorate your own harvest-themed sugar cookies. Learn dough-rolling, royal icing consistency, and fine piping detail, then take home a dozen cookies for Thanksgiving!

Reserve your spot: https://app.kcculinary.com/class/4fd38073-19fd-4eef-a9a1-a2d342ebaa1
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/creative-cookie-decorating-thanksgiving-favorites/200030918038049
  - **Venue**: 7920 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204-3643, United States
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, christmas, workshops
- **Event Name**: Taste of Thanksgiving: A Cooking Class
  - **Description**: Join us for an evening of cooking and friendship, featuring Fall themed recipes perfect for your Thanksgiving dinner (or Shabbat!) 

We'll learn new recipes and techniques, taste incredible food and hang out with good friends <3 Make and take a tray of
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 10 2026 at 07:30 pm – Tue Nov 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/taste-of-thanksgiving-a-cooking-class/200030859453326
  - **Venue**: Esty's Kitchen
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, Art, Cooking
- **Event Name**: 2 PM - Build-A-Turkey Sugar Cookie Decorating Class (Overland Park)
  - **Description**: Learn to decorate sugar cookies  in this fun Thanksgiving themed class!About this EventReady to learn royal icing? Want to have a fun afternoon? Join us!If you've been wanting to learn about sugar cookie decorating
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/2-pm-build-a-turkey-sugar-cookie-decorating-class-overland-park/100002002985016102
  - **Venue**: Saint Mark's United Methodist Church
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  - **Price**: USD 49
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops
- **Event Name**: KC Groove Therapy at The Kingdom
  - **Description**: After spending Thanksgiving surrounded by family, you might feel like you need a little break (or maybe you just really wanna dance).

Might we suggest getting down with KC Groove Therapy?  Their live show is as good as it gets!

(And if you bring your fa
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/kc-groove-therapy-at-the-kingdom/200030823069020
  - **Venue**: 12655 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS, United States, Kansas 66213
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Annual Post 370 Family Thanksgiving Dinner!  For ALL members and their guests
  - **Description**: Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal with your Post 370 Family!
Cost to be determined.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 05 2026 at 05:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/annual-post-370-family-thanksgiving-dinner-for-all-members-and-their-guests/200030823881016
  - **Venue**: 7500 W 75th St, Overland Park, KS, United States, Kansas 66204
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving
- **Event Name**: Stroud’s Thanksgiving Carryout
  - **Description**: Make Thanksgiving easy this year with Carryout Packages that serve five, ready to heat with oven‑baked ham, baked turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey gravy, Stroud’s gravy, green beans, sweet potato casserole, and our world‑famous cinnamon rolls. Ad
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 – Thu Nov 26 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/strouds-thanksgiving-carryout/200030865747808
  - **Venue**: 8301 W. 135th Street, Overland Park, KS, United States, Kansas 66223
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, kids, holiday
- **Event Name**: The Runway #346
  - **Description**: We're hitting the pavement for the Gobbler Grind Half this year — come strut, stomp, or shuffle the 13.1 (or 26.2, or 6.2, or 3.1) with us. Something's got a groove it can't shake loose, and it's going to make every one of those miles look like a dance fl
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 07:30 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 09:45 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/overland-park/the-runway-346/200030614352818
  - **Venue**: Corporate Woods Office Park
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  - **Categories**: sports

## Trending Events in Overland Park

- **Event Name**: Children's Mercy Heartland Invitational - Boys
  - **Description**: The Children's Mercy Heartland Invitational continues its reputation as the biggest and best tournament in the Kansas City area. Split over two weekends (Girls weekend and Boys weekend) to accommodate the number of teams wanting a chance to compete one la
  - **Venue**: Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex
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- **Event Name**: Children's Mercy Heartland Invitational - Girls
  - **Description**: The Children's Mercy Heartland Invitational continues its reputation as the biggest and best tournament in the Kansas City area. Split over two weekends (Girls weekend and Boys weekend) to accommodate the number of teams wanting a chance to compete one la
  - **Venue**: Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Showcase KC
  - **Description**: This is our flagship showcase that attracts teams from throughout the Midwest who wish to display their abilities in front of NCAA Division I-III, NAIA, and NJCAA programs.  Over 230 coaches annually scout the tournament and around 200 teams participate e
  - **Venue**: Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex
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- **Event Name**: The Blind Boys of Alabama at Johnson County Community College - Yardley Hall
  - **Venue**: Johnson County Community College - Yardley Hall
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
  - **Description**: Get ready to run Kansas!

Welcome to the 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5K.

DATE AND TIME: 

Sunday, November 22, 2026

All Races start at 7:30am

RACE LOCATION: 

Corporate Woods, 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas 662
  - **Venue**: Corporate Woods Office Park
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- **Event Name**: Community Presale | JBF OP Winter 2026 Sale
  - **Description**: Expecting parents/grandparents, teachers, military, foster parents, adoptive parents, healthcare heroes & first responders shop early!About this EventYou're invited t
  - **Venue**: Overland Park Convention Center - Exhibit Hall B
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- **Event Name**: Open to the Public General Admission | JBF OP Winter 2026 Sale
  - **Description**: Keep up with the growth spurts without breaking your budget. Shop and get everything kiddos need (and want) at 50-90% off retail!About this EventAt the Just Between Friends Overland Park Winter
  - **Venue**: Overland Park Convention Center
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- **Event Name**: Mayor's Holiday Festival
  - **Description**: Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Overland Park at the Mayor’s Holiday Festival on Friday, November 20, from 5–8 PM!

Kick off the evening with the annual tree lighting, then stick around for an evening full of holiday fun for the whole family. Vis
  - **Venue**: 7950 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204-3726, United States
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- **Event Name**: JCCB Festival of Trees Charity Auction
  - **Description**: JCCB (501c3) Festival of Trees Charity Auction has become a Kanas City Tradition. Each year we welcome in the holiday season with a display of trees, wreaths and other decor items to deck your halls. This Festival of Trees Charity Auction is a great exper
  - **Venue**: Overland Park Convention Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Overland Park?
  - **A:** 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 07:30 am at Corporate Woods Office Park), Flag Football Turkey Bowl (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am at Shawnee Mission North High School), Creative Cookie Decorating: Thanksgiving Favorites (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 am at 7920 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204-3643, United States), Taste of Thanksgiving: A Cooking Class (Tue Nov 10 2026 at 07:30 pm at Esty's Kitchen), 2 PM - Build-A-Turkey Sugar Cookie Decorating Class (Overland Park) (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 02:00 pm at Saint Mark's United Methodist Church).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Overland Park?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Overland Park 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 Overland Park?
  - **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 Overland Park?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Overland Park include Corporate Woods Office Park, Shawnee Mission North High School, 7920 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204-3643, United States.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Overland Park?
  - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Overland Park range from USD 49 to USD 49. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Overland Park?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Overland Park include Gobbler Grind Marathon, KC Crew, Culinary Center of Kansas City.
- **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 Overland Park?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Overland Park.

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