# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Wheeling 2026

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

## Thanksgiving Events in Wheeling

- **Event Name**: Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade
  - **Description**: Celebrate a time-honored holiday tradition with the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, November 20th at the Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade!

Now in its 41st year, the Fantasy in Lights parade is loved by guests of all ages from all ov
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 36
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:30 am (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Downtown Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Nailers Hockey - Wrestling Night and Thanksgiving Eve
  - **Description**: Join us for our Thanksgiving Eve Game and kick off the holiday weekend with a night of hockey, action and family fun! Featuring IWC Wrestling before the game and during both intermissions, plus even more entertainment throughout the night. Bring the whole
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:10 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: WesBanco Arena
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  - **Categories**: sports, thanksgiving, holiday
- **Event Name**: Planes, Trains and Automobiles - Dinner & a Movie
  - **Description**: Planes, Trains & Automobiles is a beloved Thanksgiving holiday movie classic with a lot of laughs!

Buckle up! Neal Page just wants to get home for Thanksgiving… but the universe has other plans. A rerouted flight, a blizzard, and one overly chatty sh
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 20
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Oglebay Institute's Towngate Theatre & Cinema
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- **Event Name**: Set The Table
  - **Description**: Save the date for the return of Set The Table!
The Wheeling Symphony Board of Directors and Fiesta Tableware present Set the Table, a unique tablescapes fundraiser!

Come and be amazed at the creativity and artistry displayed by over 20 designers, in the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 70
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheeling/set-the-table/200030747883332
  - **Venue**: Catholic Charities West Virginia
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  - **Categories**: art, nonprofit, holiday, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Wheeling Turkey Trot 5K 2026
  - **Description**: Join us on Thanksgiving Day at the Alma Grace McDonough Center on the campus of Wheeling University. 
8:30 AM Children's Fun Run 
9:00 AM - 5K Run and Walk

Register by November 15th to be guaranteed a Turkey Trot Long Sleeve Tshirt!

Register here:  http
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Nov 26 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheeling/wheeling-turkey-trot-5k-2026/200030774707201
  - **Venue**: Wheeling University
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  - **Categories**: thanksgiving, sports, marathons
- **Event Name**: The Trainjumpers Thanksgiving Eve With Special Guest Corner 3
  - **Description**: The Trainjumpers Thanksgiving Eve tradition is back with special guest Corner 3. Showtime starts at 8PM, $10 Cover at the door. Come kick off the holidays with us at the bottom of 29th Street Hill,  Silver Rail Bar & Grill.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 9
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheeling/the-trainjumpers-thanksgiving-eve-with-special-guest-corner-3/200030789898815
  - **Venue**: 222 29th street, Wheeling, WV, United States, West Virginia 26003
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## Trending Events in Wheeling

- **Event Name**: Lee Brice
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Wheeling Symphony Orchestra - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert at Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Bill Engvall at Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Justin Moore
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theatre - Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet - Wheeling
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Capitol Theatre Wheeling
🏠 Address: 1015 Main Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
🌆 City: Wheeling
📍 Location: 40.0701, -80.7241✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet - Wheeling, where every mome
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theatre Wheeling
- **Event Name**: Nailers Hockey: Opening Night Circus
  - **Description**: Join us for an unforgettable Opening Night Circus on October 24 at WesBanco Arena! 

The night will feature the incredible Rachel Clement Ice Skating and Fire Act, bringing an exciting combination of skating and fire to the ice. Plus, fans will receive a
  - **Venue**: WesBanco Arena
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- **Event Name**: Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade
  - **Description**: Celebrate a time-honored holiday tradition with the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, November 20th at the Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade!

Now in its 41st year, the Fantasy in Lights parade is loved by guests of all ages from all ov
  - **Venue**: Downtown Wheeling
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- **Event Name**: Daughtry: 20 Years Unplugged Tour
  - **Description**: Daughtry

Venue: Capitol Theatre
Wheeling, WV

Date: Oct 27, 2026 - 08:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Wheeling, West Virginia
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- **Event Name**: Wheeling Nailers vs. Toledo Walleye
  - **Venue**: Wesbanco Arena
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Wheeling?
  - **A:** Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:30 am at Downtown Wheeling), Nailers Hockey - Wrestling Night and Thanksgiving Eve (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:10 pm at WesBanco Arena), Planes, Trains and Automobiles - Dinner & a Movie (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:30 pm at Oglebay Institute's Towngate Theatre & Cinema), Set The Table (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 10:00 am at Catholic Charities West Virginia), Wheeling Turkey Trot 5K 2026 (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Wheeling University).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Wheeling?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Wheeling 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 Wheeling?
  - **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 Wheeling?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Wheeling include Downtown Wheeling, WesBanco Arena, Oglebay Institute's Towngate Theatre & Cinema.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Wheeling?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Wheeling include Wheeling Area Chamber, Wheeling Nailers, Oglebay Institute.
- **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 Wheeling?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Wheeling.

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