Things to do on Thanksgiving in Atlanta
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Start a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year with Thanksgiving and holiday events. Don’t feel like cooking? Check out restaurants that serve delicious Thanksgiving dinner. After the turkey has been tackled and the food coma averted, it’s time to get out and enjoy all that Atlanta has to offer this holiday weekend. From iconic holiday events to music and more, the possibilities for fun are endless in Atlanta.
Things to do on Thanksgiving in Atlanta
Stay in Comfort
Instead of having 20 members of your family sleeping in your guest rooms, book an Atlanta hotel where everyone can sleep in comfort and convenience. No matter what part of town or budget, there is an Atlanta hotel ready to celebrate Thanksgiving and welcome your family.
Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
Lace up your running shoes or simply watch from the sidelines at this annual, festive half marathon and 5k. Check out these five reasons to attend Atlanta’s biggest Thanksgiving Pre-game event.
Plan Your Holiday
Have family visiting during the Thanksgiving holiday? There’s no need to twiddle your thumbs after the turkey is gone. There are plenty of things to do to make it a memorable Thanksgiving in Atlanta.
1/18/22 – 2/27/22
Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular
Kick start your holidays with a visit to Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular for a night…
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
1/18/22 – 2/21/22
The Rink at Park Tavern
This holiday season, Park Tavern in Piedmont Park is bringing back the power of miracles,…
Park Tavern
Multiple dates until 04/08/2022
Safari Camp: School’s Out
When school is out, Camp is in! We are here to engage and excite your…
Zoo Atlanta
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