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Thanksgiving Events in Seattle 2026

Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Seattle 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 Seattle.

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Thu, Nov 12The Money Store, Puyallup

TURKEY BINGO

Join us in person for Turkey Bingo—fun rounds, good laughs, and a chance to win! We will be providing pizza, popcorn, soda's, water, & wine. TURKEY BINGO Join us in pe

6:00 PM

Free

Thu, Nov 12The Lodge 22500 SE 248th Maple Valley, WA 98038

Maple Valley - Thursday Beginner Line Dancing Lessons

Join us for our 6-week session of BEGINNER level line dance lessons with Julie! Perfect for brand new dancers, no experience and no partner needed. Ages 18+. ⏰ 6:45pm-8:15pm weekly on Thursdays, November 12th - December 17th. (No class Thanksgiving week!)

6:45 PM

Fri, Nov 131327 112th St. SE Ste. C, Everett

Friendsgiving Pie & Apple Cider Feast 🥧🍎

Good friends, fresh pie, warm apple cider, and a little time to paint together—sounds like a lovely way to spend a Friday night. 🥧🍎🎨 Gather your favorite people for a cozy Friendsgiving evening at Stuffington’s. We’ll provide the pie and drinks; you pick

6:00 PM

Dinner & brunchFriendsgiving

Fri, Nov 134727 42nd Avenue Southwest

Greatful Gathering at Mural

Snacks, drinks, games, and cozy seasonal vibes! You’re invited to our November Gathering at Mural on Friday, November 13th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Community Room. It’s the perfect time to unwind, meet fellow residents, and celebrate everything we

6:00 PM

Fri, Nov 13Skylark Cafe & Club- Live Music | Scratch Kitchen | West Seattle

It's Giving, Thanks! Community Pageant Drag Show & Fundraiser

Join us for a fabulous night of entertainment and giving back, featuring performances by your reigning 2026 Community Pageant titleholders! Hosted by Co-Promoters, Isabella L. Richards & Regine Dynasty,

7:00 PM

Free – $12.51Volunteer

Fri, Nov 13The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mill Creek

Ziva Friendsgiving

Ziva Friendsgiving Good friends, good energy, and a great workout! Grab a friend (or two!) and join us for a special 60-minute Ziva class. It's the perfect chance to share something you love, introduc

7:00 PM

FreeFriendsgiving

Sat, Nov 1414407 94th Ave. E., Puyallup

Fall Micro Market

FALL MICRO MARKET🍂 Mark your calendars! Next Saturday 11/4 we will be bringing back our Micro Markets here at The Red Barn! These are smaller, Holiday themed markets held under the tents to ensure that whether rain or shine we will stay dry! We're bringi

10:00 AM

Market

Sat, Nov 141108 26th Ave NW, Gig Harbor

24th National Fine Art Show

Discover your favorite new piece of art at the Peninsula Art League's juried 24th National Fine Art Show, open Nov. 14th-Dec. 2nd! Open Monday - Saturday from 10am-4pm. Come explore this inspiring collection of outstanding artwork by national, regional

10:00 AM

Sat, Nov 14Emerald City Community Adventist Church

Wellness & Thanksgiving Turkey Drive

Join us for our Wellness & Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, featuring special guest Walter Jones, Seattle Seahawks legend and Pro Football Hall of Enjoy an afternoon of community, giving, and wellness resourc

12:00 PM

Free

Sat, Nov 14JJ Mahoney's Irish Pub, Redmond

Friendsgiving Cookie Class

Learn the basics of decorating with royal icing as you create six Friends-inspired Friendsgiving cookies. No experience necessary! Could this class BE</

1:00 PM

$39.19 – $65.87Friendsgiving

Sat, Nov 14425 Cellars, Woodinville

Harvest Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop at 425 Cellars

Celebrate the beauty of fall with a creative afternoon at 425 Cellars! 🍂 Harvest Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop at 425 Cellars 🎃🍷 Celebrate the beauty of fall with a cr

1:00 PM

$44.52

Sat, Nov 1418804 Front St NE, Poulsbo

Basic Knife Skills for the Home Cook with Wüsthof

Want to spend less time prepping and more time enjoying your meals? This hands-on class provides tips and techniques so you'll work safely and more efficiently in the kitchen. You'll learn how to choose the right knife, proper grip and cutting techniques

2:00 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 Seattle

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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 Seattle: frequently asked questions

When are Thanksgiving events in Seattle in 2026?

Thanksgiving events in Seattle run from Nov 12 to Nov 29, 2026: 100 events.

What is on in Seattle on Thanksgiving Day?

21 events are listed for Thursday, November 26, including 2026 Bremerton Turkey Trot at Evergreen Rotary Park, Bainbridge Island Turkey Trot! at Battle Point Park and Mukilteo Turkey Trot at Kamiak High School.

Where can I have Thanksgiving dinner in Seattle?

17 dinners, brunches and buffets are listed, including Friendsgiving Pie & Apple Cider Feast 🥧🍎, SWC Family Night - "Family Nightsgiving" and Friendsgiving at Taste Buds Kitchen. Tables go early for the holiday, so book ahead where you can.

Are there turkey trots in Seattle?

Yes: Tacky Turkey Sweater 5k at Green Lake Park (Sun, Nov 22), 2026 Bremerton Turkey Trot at Evergreen Rotary Park (Thu, Nov 26) and Bainbridge Island Turkey Trot! at Battle Point Park (Thu, Nov 26).

Where can I volunteer this Thanksgiving in Seattle?

It's Giving, Thanks! Community Pageant Drag Show & Fundraiser at Skylark Cafe & Club- Live Music | Scratch Kitchen | West Seattle, 🦃 Thanksgiving Pie Giveaway + Maple Valley Food Bank Drive 🥧 and Helpline House Turkey Trot at Battlepoint Park are looking for helping hands.

Are there free Thanksgiving events in Seattle?

Yes: 17 of the 100 listed are free, including TURKEY BINGO at The Money Store, It's Giving, Thanks! Community Pageant Drag Show & Fundraiser at Skylark Cafe & Club- Live Music | Scratch Kitchen | West Seattle and Ziva Friendsgiving at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Tickets for the rest run from $10.79 to $268.61.

What are the best Thanksgiving events in Seattle?

The most popular on AllEvents right now are 2026 Turkey Trot (Thu, Nov 26), Tacoma Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 at The Forum (Nov 25–26) and Seattle Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026 at Ozzie's (Nov 25–26).

Are there Thanksgiving events near Seattle?

Yes: 1 more event is listed within reach, in Dupont.

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.