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Thanksgiving Events in Rome 2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Rome 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 Rome.
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Sat, Nov 7502 West Chestnut Street
Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale
The annual Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale includes items for both Thanksgiving and Christmas: home decorations, beautifully hand-knitted and crocheted items such as blankets, quilts, baby items, hats, scarves, mittens, etc!, bake sale, crafts, plants an
Market
Sun, Nov 84 Elements Studio, Utica
Friendsgiving
Join OCPA for our first Friendsgiving. Bring a dish or a friend. All food must have an ingredients list. Cutlery and utensils will be provided.
Friendsgiving
Thu, Nov 12717 Lakeport Rd, Chittenango
Drive-Thru Dinner at The Landing
Drive Thru Turkey Dinner Pickup on November 12th from 5pm - 7pm! This event is just in time for a nice Turkey Dinner that you didn't have to cook! Catered by Smoke Inc BBQ, for $25 you'll get Hand Sliced Smoked Turkey, Smoked Gravy, Mashed Potatoes &
Dinner & brunch
Sat, Nov 14146 West Main Street Mohawk Wetlands Park Mohawk
CVCSD Foundation Turkey Trot 5k
The Central Valley Central School District Foundation is once again sponsoring the Turkey Trot 5k Run/Walk and kids run on November 14th. The race will take place at the Mohawk Wetland
Turkey trotFamily friendly
Sun, Nov 15349 Oriskany Blvd, Whitesboro
Ticket Giveaway Tailgate Party @ New York Sash
Join New York Sash on Sunday, November 15th for the ultimate pregame tailgate party as we wrap up our Home Team Thanksgiving Gameday Giveaway and get ready for kickoff! Whether you’re stopping by to lock in your final drawing entry, score limited-edition
2 dates · from Nov 15The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Whitesboro
Thanksgiving Potluck
Thanksgiving Potluck Potluck to celebrate Thanksgiving
Free
Sun, Nov 15Central Square American Legion Fuller-Taylor Post 915
Sunshine’s Thankful Bunco Extravaganza!
Sunday, November 15th is Sunshine’s Co-Ed Thankful Turkey Bunco! NO EXPERIENCE OR SKILL REQUIRED! It’s a great time to have fun, win cash or prizes, make new friends, and help support a great cause! We’re opening the doors at noon and starting at 1:00pm.
Tue, Nov 17Mohawk American Legion
FREE Community Thanksgiving Dinner | Mohawk Valley Rotary
🦃 You're Invited to Mohawk Valley Rotary's Annual FREE Community Thanksgiving Dinner! 🍂 Join the Mohawk Valley Rotary Club for a delicious, home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner as we come together to celebrate the season of gratitude and giving! This dinner
Dinner & brunchVolunteer
Tue, Nov 1711 Dockside Dr, Central Square
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
🦃 FREE COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER! Join us for a warm Thanksgiving meal and time together as a community! Our dinner is completely FREE and open to everyone. Any donations go directly towards our Invest in Youth Scholarship Fund for a graduating seni
Dinner & brunchVolunteer
Thu, Nov 191601 Park St, Syracuse
Thankgiving Giveaway
Join our online Thanksgiving Giveaway for a chance to win fun prizes and celebrate the season with us!
Free
Thu, Nov 19Cazenovia (town), New York
Caz Night Out
Spread holiday cheer and shop local this season! Join neighbors and friends as we hit to the streets on November 19th in the historical downtown shopping district! Then follow us as we head to the Brae Loch Inn for the merriment continues! Great drink sp
Fri, Nov 208 2nd St Ilion
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
There's a seat at our table for YOU! Thanksgiving is about more than just a meal. It's about gathering together and sharing stories, and life! This year, we're opening our doors and inviting our community to join us for a Thanksgiving family dinner! M
Dinner & brunch
Sat, Nov 21750 James Street, Syracuse
Turkey Outreach 2026 | River Church
River Church is giving away 300 Thanksgiving turkeys to families in our community! If you or your family could use a turkey this Thanksgiving, we would love to bless you with one. Saturday, November 21 9:00 AM 300 TURKEYS AVAILABLE Each family will re
Sun, Nov 22607 Tecumseh Rd, Jamesville
St. Mary's Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Event
🍁🍂 Our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is here! Come and enjoy the season's bounty 🍎 Traditional turkey and fixings dinner with dessert $20 🎫Tickets purchased in hall To-go available or enjoy your meal in our dining hall 🦃🌽 AS ALWAYS, WE RECOMMEND YOU COME
Dinner & brunch
Nov 25–27220 Ridge St3 days
Thanksgiving School Break Skates!
## 🦃 Thanksgiving School Break Skates! 🛼 School's out for Thanksgiving, and we've got TWO afternoons of skating fun planned at Skate-A-While Longer! 🎶 Gather your friends and family, lace up your skates, and enjoy some fun during the holiday break! ###
Family friendly
Wed, Nov 25126 West Liberty Street
Goodbye, Tom!
🦃🍂 IT’S EVERYONE’S FAVORITE THANKSGIVING PARTY… AND THIS YEAR, WE’RE DOUBLING THE FUN!! 🍂🦃 That’s right, folks! It’s time to say GOODBYE, TOM! 👋🦃 And this year, we’ve got a VERY SPECIAL GUEST joining the party! ⭐ Please welcome NYSEA Endorsed Candidate
Wed, Nov 253007 Mcconnellsville Rd, Blossvale
Thanksgiving Eve Party
Mexican Night Tacos* Nachos* Crunchwraps* Quesadillas * Taco Egg Roll Chips with salsa and queso Churros *choice of ground beef, chicken or shrimp* Margarita Flights Live Music by Off the Record starting at 6pm
Live music
Wed, Nov 254907 County Rt. 17, Redfield
Thanksgiving Eve Party
Still Kickin' will be playing 7-10 Come see Kris and Brittany behind the bar
Wed, Nov 25Freight Yard Brewing, Clay
Cousins Maine Lobster at Freight Yard Brewing Company
Spend Thanksgiving Eve with beer in one hand, & Cousins Maine Lobster in the other! 😊 We're rolling into Freight Yard Brewing Company on 11/25! 🍺🦞 📆 Wednesday, November 25th ⏰ 5:00pm-9:00pm 📍4975 NY-31, Clay, NY 13041 You may place your order onsite
Wed, Nov 254 Stickley Drive, Manlius
Friendsgiving
🦃 Friendsgiving at the Cantina! 🍂🎶 Good friends, great vibes, and a reason to celebrate! Join us at the Cantina for a fun-filled Friendsgiving! 🧡 📅 Wednesday, November 25 ⏰ 5 PM – 9 PM 📍 Manlius Taco Bell Cantina 🎧 Music by DJ Driscoll to keep the part
FriendsgivingLive music
Wed, Nov 257 Hamlets Brewing Company, Westmoreland
Thanksgiving Eve with Ashleigh DeCarr & Moore at 7 Hamlets
Ashleigh & Moore return to 7 Hamlets!
Wed, Nov 253007 McConnellsville Rd, Blossvale
Meg & Dave: Off the Record @ McConnellsville Country Club
Come kick off the Thanksgiving holiday with Meg & Dave at McConnellsville Country Club!
Wed, Nov 25verona VFW
Before August @ Verona VFW
This has been a year tradition and we love Verona VFW and the crew for having us back again. Join us for the night before! Always a riot for Thanksgiving Eve.
Wed, Nov 25NBT Bank Arena, Utica
THANKSGIVING EVE
Wednesday, November 25 vs. Hartford Wolf Pack One of the biggest nights of the year returns! Gather your friends and family before Thanksgiving for an exciting night of Comets hockey and holiday tradition.
Wed, Nov 25Shifty’s Bar & Grill Syracuse NY
The Shylocks @ SHIFTY’S THANKSGIVING EVE “WIG NIGHT”
The tradition continues! Bring your best wig hat and high heeled sneakers and we’ll cook up a gumbo of arrogantly shabby acoustic blues with a big ol’ side of tryptophan! 😎🔥🎸
Wed, Nov 25The Haven, Chittenango
Scars N’ Stripes w/s/g/ Nova - The Haven - Thanksgiving Eve
Scars takes over The Haven w/ Nova!
Wed, Nov 251001 State Route 51, Ilion
Thanksgiving Eve with Broken Rule!
Please help us welcome Broken Rule back- no better night than the best night of the year!!
Nov 25–26Erma's Bistro, Syracuse2 days
DRINKSGIVING
Thu, Nov 26Cicero – North Syracuse High School
Cicero Fire Department Annual Thanksgiving Morning Football Game
🏈 CICERO FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL THANKSGIVING MORNING TURKEY BOWL 🏈 Calling All Members, Family, Friends, Co-Workers, and Community Residents. The Cicero Fire Department would like to invite everyone to join us for our Annual Thanksgiving Morning Footbal
Thu, Nov 26Seneca Street School, Oneida
Turkey Trot Roll and Stroll
Please join the Oneida CSD Foundation on Thanksgiving morning for our Annual Turkey Trot Roll and Stroll!
Turkey trot
Thu, Nov 26Youth and Family Center, Little Falls
2026 Little Falls Turkey Trot 5K
Before you sit down to plates full of turkey and stuffing, come out to the Little Falls Turkey Trot! The course is a challenging 5k by our wonderful Moreland Park and charming downtown. Brought to you by Rock City Runners and the Youth and Family Center.
Turkey trotVolunteer
Thu, Nov 26Rome, New York
Free Thanksgiving meal
❤️HELP ME SHARE❤️ Tacos Don Fernando presents their second annual Thanksgiving Assistance program! We are seeking donations to acquire containers and other items that we will need. 🙏 Help spread the word and support as many families as possible this Th
Volunteer
Fri, Nov 27Twisted Sage Formulary, Oneida
13th Annual Friendsgiving
Join us throughout the day for Friendsgiving Celebrations Brunch from 10am to 12pm Dinner from 3pm to 5pm Coffee and Pie from 7pm to 11:59pm Join for One or All!
Dinner & brunchFriendsgiving
Fri, Nov 27Owls Nest 1606, Oneida
Gridley Paige AM Gold Yacht Rock Acoustic Trio at The Owls Nest in Oneida
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND. COME CRUISE AND SING ALONG
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
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Gratitude conversation cardsSomething to talk about besides the gameShop on Amazon - Kids
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Thanksgiving events near Rome
Turkey trots, dinners and parades in the towns nearby
Thu, Nov 12Paul Nigra Center For Creative Arts, Gloversville
Native American in Sepia | Cheryl Bielli, instructor
$39.19
Fri, Nov 133526 Franklin St, Auburn
🦃 Sennett Fire Department 41st Annual Turkey Raffle 🦃
Sat, Nov 2114 Clayton Ave, Cortland
Kidsgiving: Free Thanksgiving Meal for Families
VolunteerFamily friendly
Fri, Nov 27The 443 Social Club & Lounge, Syracuse
Hamell Happy Holidaze Hoot at the 443 Social Club
$39.11 – $76.41
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 Rome: frequently asked questions
When are Thanksgiving events in Rome in 2026?
Thanksgiving events in Rome run from Nov 7 to Nov 27, 2026: 37 events.
What is on in Rome on Thanksgiving Day?
4 events are listed for Thursday, November 26, including Cicero Fire Department Annual Thanksgiving Morning Football Game at Cicero – North Syracuse High School, Turkey Trot Roll and Stroll at Seneca Street School and 2026 Little Falls Turkey Trot 5K at Youth and Family Center.
Where can I have Thanksgiving dinner in Rome?
7 dinners, brunches and buffets are listed, including Drive-Thru Dinner at The Landing, SAS 33: 3rd Annual SASGIVING! at The Palace Theatre and FREE Community Thanksgiving Dinner | Mohawk Valley Rotary at Mohawk American Legion. Tables go early for the holiday, so book ahead where you can.
Are there turkey trots in Rome?
Yes: CVCSD Foundation Turkey Trot 5k (Sat, Nov 14), Turkey Trot Roll and Stroll at Seneca Street School (Thu, Nov 26) and 2026 Little Falls Turkey Trot 5K at Youth and Family Center (Thu, Nov 26).
Are there free Thanksgiving events in Rome?
Yes: 5 of the 37 listed are free, including Thanksgiving Potluck at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, SAS 33: 3rd Annual SASGIVING! at The Palace Theatre and Thankgiving Giveaway.
What are the best Thanksgiving events in Rome?
The most popular on AllEvents right now are Syracuse Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 at Downtown Syracuse (Nov 25–26), SAS 33: 3rd Annual SASGIVING! at The Palace Theatre (Mon, Nov 16) and Salt City Market Friendsgiving Karaoke (Thu, Nov 19).
Are there Thanksgiving events near Rome?
Yes: 7 more events are listed within reach, in Oswego, Gloversville, Auburn and Cortland and more.
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.