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Fall is here and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. We know many of you are planning your Thanksgiving feasts — but there is much more to enjoy in the Tampa area this holiday season. Enjoy family traditions or make new ones with our list of favorite 2024 Thanksgiving events and 5K races in Tampa, FL created by Brandon Ford.
Things To Do for Thanksgiving 2024 in the Tampa Area
No matter what you and your family love to do for the holiday season, the Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg area promises plenty of fun this Thanksgiving. Holiday light displays, music festivals, Thanksgiving cruises, and Turkey Trot 5K races are just a few of the events you may be able to enjoy this year. Make your plans and reservations today to celebrate the Thanksgiving season with family and friends.
Thanksgiving Bluegrass Festival
WHEN: November 28 - 30
WHERE: Florida Sand Music Ranch
Do you love live music? Are you a bluegrass music fan? The annual Thanksgiving Bluegrass Festival will check all the boxes with many of your favorite local bluegrass artists, a Thanksgiving potluck, moonlight jam sessions, and more. Do not miss out on this fun Thanksgiving event!
Thanksgiving Cruises
WHEN: Thursday, November 28
WHERE: Yacht StarShip
Thanksgiving is even more fun when you have an incredible view of Tampa Bay aboard the Yacht StarShip. The Yacht StarShip Thanksgiving Cruise features a luxury cruise on the bay complete with a Thanksgiving feast, a live DJ, and an incredible atmosphere that we know you will love this holiday season.
Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble 5K
WHEN: Thursday, November 28 at 7 a.m.
WHERE: Amalie Arena
Want to burn a few calories before your Thanksgiving feast this year? Sign up for the annual Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble 5K and hit the track. This festive event includes a 5K run/walk that is great for all ages and skill levels and a 1-mile fun run for younger kids. Finishers will receive a Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble medal and top finishers will receive $100 gift cards.
Clearwater Turkey Trot
WHEN: Thursday, November 28 at 7 a.m.
WHERE: Druid Road in Clearwater FL
Do you live in the Clearwater area? The Clearwater Turkey Trot is fun for everyone with a pair of races to run this year — the 5K Zaniboni Group Wingding and the 1-Mile Abe’s Gobbler race. Participants will receive an event t-shirt and will have the chance to take fun and festive photos at the race.
Festival of Lights and Santa’s Village
WHEN: November 28 - December 29
WHERE: Hillsborough County Fairgrounds
Families that love holiday light displays will love the annual Festival of Lights and Santa’s Village in Tampa. Hosted at Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, this event will be highlighted by thousands of twinkling lights, festive displays, and much more. When you finish enjoying the lights, do not forget to stop in and visit Santa Claus.
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