How to Spend Thanksgiving Day Houston

How to Spend Thanksgiving Day Houston

How to Spend Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston

Free Events and Celebrations

Restaurants Open

Stores Open

From grand parades to gourmet feasts, the city has something for everyone. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, here’s a guide on how to spend Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston! Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the iconic H-E-B Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade featuring giant balloons, marching bands, and festive floats, or indulge in a traditional feast at Brennan’s Houston. For a more casual Thanksgiving, pick up fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a delicious meal at home at Sprouts Farmers Market.

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Also, check out our post on Christmas Tree Lighting Houston TX, Christmas Tree Farm Houston, and Dickinson Festival of Lights!

Free Thanksgiving Day in Houston Events and Celebrations

Make this day extra special with all of Houston’s festive Thanksgiving events and celebrations! Here are a few free things to do.

H-E-B Houston Thanksgiving Parade 2024

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Image credit: Special Events, City of Houston

Join the fun at Houston’s historic Thanksgiving Day Parade! Enjoy dazzling floats, soaring balloons, and marching bands as they wind through the city streets. This year’s grand marshal is Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis.

9th Annual Turkey Trot

Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston

Image credit: HARRA – Houston Area Road Runners Association

Burn off those Thanksgiving calories at the Houston Striders’ Turkey Trot! Enjoy a fun-filled 5k or 10k run, free costumes, and post-race refreshments.

Thanksgiving Day in 2024 Houston – Restaurants Open

The city has a lot of great restaurants, and many of them are open for Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston. Whether you want a traditional Thanksgiving meal or something a bit different, here are a few restaurants to check out or read our article on all Houston restaurants open on Thanksgiving day!

Babin’s Seafood House

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Image credit: Babin’s Seafood House

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Babin’s Seafood House! Indulge in the Chef’s special menu for Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston, featuring traditional favorites with a seafood twist.

Oceanaire Seafood Room

Celebrate Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston at Oceanaire and indulge in their special Thanksgiving feast for $59 per guest.

Rainbow Lodge

Feast for $79 at Rainbow Lodge, open on Thanksgiving Day!

Brennan’s Houston

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Image credit: Brennan’s of Houston

Brennan’s is open this Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston for you to enjoy a delicious 3-course meal for just $87.

Houston Thanksgiving Day – Stores Open

While many stores in Houston will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, some below will be open. Check out our complete guide to stores open on Thanksgiving 2024 if what you need to celebrate Thanksgiving Day 2024 in Houston isn’t found in the stores below.

Sprouts Farmers Market

  • Hours: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm

Whole Foods Market

  • Hours: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

Dollar General

  • Hours: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm

Goodwill

  • Hours: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

CVS

  • Hours: 24/7

Walgreens

  • Hours: 24/7

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