Explore Vancouver's Thanksgiving offerings! Discover dining spots, unique experiences, and family-friendly activities. From traditional feasts to seasonal celebrations, plan your holiday today.
Thanksgiving Feasts
13 Coins Restaurant introduces a Thanksgiving dinner featuring roasted turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes. For large group gatherings, consider hotels such as Grays Restaurant at Hilton Vancouver Washington, which offers slow-roasted turkey breast and all the traditional fixings. On the waterfront, the AC Hotel Marriott will serve a sophisticated Thanksgiving dinner in its chic waterfront lounge. For dessert, visit Salt & Straw to enjoy their Thanksgiving series. They are offering a Perfect 5-Course Frozen Feast, and when you buy three pints online for local delivery from November 21st to 24th, you’ll get one pint free. Head to Dandelion Teahouse Apothecary on November 27th for a Friendsgiving Potluck. They do ask that you RSVP in advance because space in the shop is limited.
Thanksgiving To-Go Options
Head to Gustav’s Thanksgiving at Home takeout meal serves 6-8 people and includes everything you need for a traditional and delicious feast that can be reheated at home. Consider OMW Uptown Market's delectable offerings, available for pre-order until November 25th, featuring an array of pastries and a complete turkey dinner package with roasted turkey, buttery mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, and so much more. Meanwhile, Willful Wine at the Grant House is doing the cooking! Order by Wednesday, November 20th. Get a bottle of wine to go with your meal and receive a 10% discount. Drop by La Bottega to discover the ideal wine pairing for your holiday meal. Their store offers an array of products, including fresh bread, balsamic vinegar bottles, olive oils, pasta, seasonings, and other treats. They also offer soups, sauces, entrees, and signature Remedy Tea in their retail freezer, along with an extensive wine selection for a memorable Thanksgiving meal.
Alternative Thanksgiving Experiences
Experience a range of activities this month in Vancouver, starting with DB Cooper Weekend at Victor 23. Dive into the mysterious story through discussions of documentary footage while enjoying excellent beer and Rally Pizza. Get into the holiday spirit at Christmas on Franklin Street, boasting 200,000 twinkling lights adorning ten beautifully decorated properties starting at the end of the month. For a memorable experience, try private farm tours with Mtn Peaks Therapy Llamas & Alpacas. Interact with llamas and sweet alpacas, feed them carrots, and explore walking through an obstacle course. Additionally, don't miss the upcoming Holiday Makers Market at The Valiant Ballroom, celebrating Vancouver's small businesses and artisans over Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. This event offers a unique shopping experience featuring handmade crafts, artisanal foods, and one-of-a-kind products.
Family-Friendly Activities
Kick off the Thanksgiving spirit with the invigorating Turkey Trot along Salmon Creek Trail, or opt for the adventurous Polar Bear Plunge at Klineline Pond. Additionally, don't miss the Vancouver Holiday Market presented by the Vancouver Farmer Market at the Hilton Vancouver, which offers a chance to shop for unique holiday treasures while supporting local artisans. Get into the festive spirit with the Community Tree Lighting in Esther Short Park, marking the start of the holiday season with joyous celebrations and community gatherings. Stop by the Yard Milkshake Bar all month long for fun seasonal treats!
Desserts and Treats
Bleu Door Bakery presents a Thanksgiving spread featuring traditional pies, pastries, classic butter rolls, and stuffing, all available for pre-order until November 24th. Visit Honeycomb Bakery to explore their selection of fall desserts and pastries, the perfect way to enhance your sweets for the holidays. La Provence Vancouver provides an assortment of desserts, including mini macarons, tiramisu, and tarts, which are available for pickup and perfect for rounding off your Thanksgiving meal. And let's not forget Simply Sweets by Jen, which has mouth-watering pies. So, whether you're looking to share with family or keep everything to yourself, they have you covered. To ensure quick and easy pick-up around the holidays, be sure to order yours early. Find an array of treats and baked goods on our Coffee & Bakeries page for an even more comprehensive selection of sweets.
This is just a selection of seasonal happenings—be sure to check events and search by dates on our Events Calendar!