Thanksgiving 2023

This list will be continue to be updated! If you know of a fun turkey-themed event or restaurant that will be open on Thanksgiving and it isn’t on our list, please send us an email at lubbockintheloop@gmail.com so we can get it added!

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Events

The Mom Lounge: Thanksgiving Camp
Monday, November 20 and Tuesday, November 21 | 9:00am – Noon
The Mom Lounge: 4414 82nd, Ste 216

Your child will attend one of our 45-minute classes each day like Yoga, Music, play in the playhouse, and have a snack. Space is limited. Register online.

Cutie Foodies Thanksgiving Break Ornament Camp
Monday, November 20 and Tuesday, November 21 | 1:00 – 4:00pm
Miss Megan’s Make Room

New food-themed ornaments! Snacks included each day, all nut-free. Register online.

Holidays at Hogwarts Thanksgiving Break Ornament Camp
Monday, November 20 – Wednesday, November 22 | 9:00am – Noon
Miss Megan’s Make Room

Register your young witch or wizard for this ornament making extravaganza, inspired by the world of Harry Potter! Snacks included each day, all nut-free. Register online.​

Thanksgiving Art Camp
Monday, November 20 – Wednesday, November 22 | 8:45am – 12:45pm and 1:15 – 5:15pm
ART & Company: 7335 82nd, Ste 6

We will work with a variety of art such as acrylic, clay, 3D, upcycled, canvas, and much more. $37/artist per day for one session; $59/artist per day for both sessions.

Friendsgiving
Tuesday, November 21 | 6:00pm
Burklee Hill

Enjoy a four-course family-style gourmet dinner, including wine paired with each course. Menu to follow. $120/person; advance purchase required. Tickets are limited. Purchase online.

Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 23 | 9:00am
Fibermax Center for Discovery

Annual Turkey Trot!

Turkey Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, November 25 | Noon – 6:00pm
Adventure Park

Kids can explore the outdoors in a fun and safe environment to challenge themselves to finish the hunt and collect their prize! This activity is fun for kids and families. Includes Tower Pass and Gamecard.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

Applebee’s
4025 S Loop 289
Regular hours

Bucket of Love
6012 82d, Ste E
11:00am – 4:00pm

Chicken and dressing.

Buffalo Wild Wings
8212 University | 6320 19th | 7638 82nd
2:00pm – 2:00am

Claraboya
505 Avenue Q (inside DoubleTree)
10:00am – 2:00pm

Make reservations online.

Cracker Barrel
5018 Milwaukee
11:00am – 9:00pm

Serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal beginning.

Denny’s
4718 Slide | 607 Avenue Q
Regular hours

Dunkin’
Multiple locations
Regular hours

Hooters
4950 S Loop 289
Regular hours

IHOP
3911 S Loop 289 | 1627 University
Regular hours

MCM Elegante
801 Avenue Q
11:00am – 2:00pm

Turkey and ham with traditional fixings, omelette stations & breakfast items, choice of salad, dessert station, complimentary mimosas and soft drinks. $35/adults; $28/seniors (65+); $16/children 10 and under.

Overton Hotel Brunch and Dinner
2322 Mac Davis
11:00am – 4:00pm

Enjoy all of your favorites and let the Overton do the dishes this year! Reserve a table in the Sunset Ballroom for Lubbock’s largest Thanksgiving Celebration! Call 806-776-7010 for more information and to reserve a seat. There is also a three-course Thanksgiving dinner starting at 5:00pm.

Saltgrass Steak House
6026 Marsha Sharp Fwy
11:00am – 4:00pm

Stella’s
6015 82nd
9:30am – 2:30pm

Make reservations online.

Woody’s Pizza
3135 34th
11:00am – sell out

Turkey dinner plates will be available while they last. Full menu also available.

Pre-Order/Pick-Up

Bigham’s
Multiple locations
Must have 24 hour notice

Order online.

Cracker Barrel
5018 Milwaukee

Thanksgiving Heat n’ Eat Feast, hot meals, and pies. Order online.

Escondido Grill
701 Regis
Orders must be placed 48 hours in advance | Pickup available Wednesday, November 22 | 11:00am – 6:00pm

Complete dinner package is $230 plus tax; serves 8-10. Half dinner package is $140 plus tax; serves 2-4. Call 806-762-6204 to place your order or order online.

Glazed Honey Ham Co.
3424 82nd

Glazed honey hams, turkey breasts, whole turkeys, Prater’s side dishes, cheese rolls from the Slaton Bakery, pies and cakes. You can order to pick up in store by calling 806-793-5050.

H-E-B
4405 114th

Thanksgiving meals and sides. Order online.

Hill Barbecue
3017 34th

Turkeys, hams, briskets, and sides. Order online.

Nashwell Cafe
1212 Avenue K

Order online.

Stella’s Thanksgiving Feast
6015 82nd
Deadline to order is Sunday, November 19
Pickup available Wednesday, November 22 | 10:00am – Noon

Serve Stella’s at home this holiday season. Thanksgiving Feast To-Go makes cooking for friends and family easier than ever. Just order online or in-store and pick up on Wednesday before Thanksgiving for a simple to prepare feast. Our Thanksgiving meal kit comes ready to heat and serves 10-12 people before add-ons. Select your choice of pies and any additions before checking out.

The Willows Event Center

Pre-made Thanksgiving dinners – serves 6. Comes with choice of protein, two sides, sourdough dinner rolls, and cranberry sauce. A la cart options also available. Order online.

Desserts/Sweets

Brûlée Bakery
2605 Boston
Pickup available Tuesday, November 21 and Wednesday, November 22

Call 806-701-3190 to place your order.

Emerald House
Orders are due by Friday, November 17
Pickup or delivery available Tuesday, November 21 and Wednesday, November 22

Pies, cakes, and breads available. Order online.

Sugarista
3412 34th

Get delicious Thanksgiving themed cookies!

Whip’d Pies
4406 114th, Ste 200

Order online for Thanksgiving. Open until 8:00pm on November 22.

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