Thanksgiving is not just about food, it’s also about spending quality time with your family.
And on Hilton Head Island, there are plenty of events and activities to keep everyone entertained. From fall fun to 5Ks there is something for all ages. And maybe even a visit from Santa!
Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria’s annual Friendsgiving Party
On Nov. 25, celebrate Thanksgiving early at Top Dawg Tavern & Pizzeria’s annual Friendsgiving Party! Top Dawg invites you to celebrate with food and drink specials all day and plenty of holiday cheer. Live music on the Tavern patio from 6-9 p.m. (843) 785-5600 or www.topdawgtavern.com.
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt
The Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt begins Nov. 26 at 9 a.m. in Harbour Town. Families travel through Sea Pines, solving clues and completing challenges along the way. (843) 842-1979 or www.seapines.com/experiences/events/thanksgiving-scavenger-hunt.
Pre-Turkey Day Sea Pines Dolphin Dash 5K
Run or walk a beach course before Thanksgiving festivities begin at the Pre-Turkey Day Sea Pines Dolphin Dash 5K at 9 a.m. on Nov. 25, at the Sea Pines Beach Club. Register online. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/pre-turkey-day-sea-pines-dolphin-dash-5k.
The Sea Pines Racquet Club is hosting two events with the International Tennis Hall of Famer, Stan Smith. On Nov. 26-28, Thanksgiving with Stan Smith offers three mornings of adult tennis instruction from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. And on Nov. 27, the Stan Smith Thanksgiving Exhibition and Happy Hour takes place at 2:30 p.m. Watch Stan Smith and other tennis professionals in exhibition play. (843) 363-4495 or www.seapines.com/experiences/events/thanksgiving-stan-smith or www.seapines.com/experiences/tennis/events.
Island Rec Center’s annual Turkey Trot 5K
Start your Thanksgiving morning at the Island Rec Center’s annual Turkey Trot 5K! This festive run is perfect for families, friends and runners of all levels. Come dressed in your best turkey attire and enjoy a scenic course, great company, and a little pre-feast fitness. Race begins at 8 a.m. www.islandreccenter.org/events/trot.
Thanksgiving Wagon Rides Through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve
Daily, Monday, November 23 to Saturday, November 28, Starts at 10 a.m. Heritage Farm: Enjoy a festive wagon ride as we marvel at the fall colors in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. For additional information, visit seapines.com/events or call (843) 842-1979.
Thanksgiving Turtle Trot in Palmetto Dunes
Celebrate Thanksgiving in true Hilton Head Island fashion by joining family, friends, neighbors, and visitors for the Palmetto Dunes Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5K!
This festive 5K run/walk takes place in the breathtaking setting of Palmetto Dunes Resort, offering the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving Day. This event is perfect for runners, walkers, and anyone simply looking for a fun holiday tradition with the family; the Turtle Trot welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. The race starts at the Dunes House (14 Dunes House Ln.) at 8 a.m. and ends at 9:30 a.m. For more information, click HERE.
Day-after-Thanksgiving “Santa and Shopping Day
On Nov. 27, from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina hosts a day-after-Thanksgiving “Santa and Shopping Day” with specials throughout the shops and restaurants. Santa will arrive at noon aboard a fire truck for photos and visits. www.sheltercovehiltonhead.com/events-calendar/santa.
Gregg Russell Thanksgiving Concert
On Nov. 27, join Gregg Russell in Harbour Town for a special Thanksgiving concert from 7:30-9 p.m., along with the official lighting of the Harbour Town Christmas tree. Santa Claus visits from 5:30-7 p.m. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/gregg-russell-thanksgiving-concert-0.
Caramel Apple Festival
On Saturday, November 27, 1-3 p.m., bring the family to Heritage Farm for a fun afternoon of fall activities, including caramel apples, games, crafts, a bounce house and more! Includes: apple, bounce house and face painting. For additional information, visit www.seapines.com/experiences/events/caramel-apple-festival or call (843) 842-1979.
