Thanksgiving Day Weekend 2023 in Los Angeles: Parades, Turkey Trots, and More Things To Do

Ring in the holiday in Hollywood. Photo courtesy of the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Ring in the holiday in Hollywood. Photo courtesy of the Hollywood Christmas Parade
11/21/23 - By Toby B

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles on Thanksgiving Day and all Thanksgiving Day weekend? Here are some events and activities to add to your list for this long holiday weekend!

Can we say it? We’re thankful. Our Thanksgiving Day Weekend calendar is stuffed with activities that reflect the joy of the season. Take part in a Turkey Trot, visit a flurry of holiday light displays such as Tanaka Farm's Hikari and Holiday Road at King Gillette Ranch, and play in snow and take part in winter fun at Costa Mesa's Winter Fest. Don't be a Grinch this holiday — check out the Dr. Seuss Experience. To top it off, on Sunday, claim a spot on Hollywood Boulevard to watch the Hollywood Christmas Parade

Plus, discover all the activities and events open on Thanksgiving Day, find out which restaurants are open on Thanksgiving, and check out our Thanksgiving Activities Guide for Families for Thanksgiving crafts,Thanksgiving movies, and even Thanksgiving jokes. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Mommy Poppins! 

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