🦃 Thanksgiving Events in Chicago & Nearby – 2025
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Thanksgiving in Chicago brings together family, food, and festive fun! From the iconic State Street Parade to cozy community dinners, fun runs, and festive markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s your guide to the best Thanksgiving events across the Windy City and surrounding towns. 🍁✨
23rd Annual Thanksgiving Day Community Outreach
Join us for the 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Day Community Outreach where we come together to give back to our community in need!
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 2401 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
2025 Chicago Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl
Join us for our annual Chicago Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl! Bar hop through the best bars on our Pub Crawl before the Holidays!
📅 Dates: 26-Nov-25
📍 Location: 205 North Peoria Street, Chicago, IL 60607
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 30.65 USD
Oak Park, IL - Thanksgiving Dinner Package
Enjoy Thanksgiving at Home with Cooper's Hawk!
📅 Dates: November 26, 2025 to November 27, 2025
📍 Location: 950 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 219.99 USD; Highest: 219.99 USD
Post-Thanksgiving AI Seminar
Join me for a chill post-Thanksgiving seminar on AI - let's chat about all things artificial intelligence!
📅 Dates: 29-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1150 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-971d8a88cd50/post-thanksgiving-ai-seminar
Pre-Thanksgiving Bash — Salsa Wednesdays @ Vintage Bar!
Windy City Salsa Studio presents : Pre-Thanksgiving Bash — Salsa Wednesdays @ Vintage Bar!
📅 Dates: November 26, 2025 to November 27, 2025
📍 Location: 1449 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60607
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 13.76 USD; Highest: 13.76 USD
Thanksgiving Dinner
Don't spend your holiday alone. Fellowship with us on Thanksgiving day. A Christian atmosphere with music, games, and plenty of food!
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 7401 south cottage grove, Chicago, IL 60619
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-40b8d79c609f/thanksgiving-dinner
2025 Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration
Come join us for a heartwarming gathering where people of all faiths come together to celebrate gratitude and unity on Thankgiving Day.
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 5850 South Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Thanksgiving Mega-Tasting, 2:30-4:00 PM Session
Join us for a walk-around tasting of our fave, Thanksgiving-centric and Fall-themed wines!
📅 Dates: 15-Nov-25
📍 Location: 702 Main Street, Evanston, IL 60202
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 39.19 USD; Highest: 39.19 USD
Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us for Thanksgiving Dinner from 11AM to 11PM at PB&J in West Loop!
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 205 North Peoria Street, Chicago, IL 60607
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-3006e3a2999b/thanksgiving-dinner
Mental Health Dinner Party: Thanksgiving Potluck (Chicago)
A free community potluck in Northalsted to share food, connection, and honest conversations about mental health this holiday season.
📅 Dates: 25-Nov-25
📍 Location: 3447 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60657
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Thanksgiving Cash Bash
A comedy/music/game show/giveaway EXTRAVAGANZA ending w/ one LUCKY random audience member winning $100! Extra prizes throughout the night.
📅 Dates: 08-Nov-25
📍 Location: 3716 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 12.51 USD; Highest: 12.51 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-50d98917febc/thanksgiving-cash-bash
Team Virg Thanksgiving Dinner
Get ready to feast and celebrate with Team Virg at our Thanksgiving Dinner!
📅 Dates: 20-Nov-25
📍 Location: 20626 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78258
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-590b474af208/team-virg-thanksgiving-dinner
Paint Your Own Thanksgiving Tablecloth
Paint, sip and create your own chic tablecloth at The CoCo Shop. Thanksgiving-ready, gift-worthy and totally washable!
📅 Dates: 12-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1947 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 113.89 USD; Highest: 113.89 USD
Thanksgiving Harvest Wine Pairing
Celebrate the season with a cozy harvest wine pairing. Enjoy fall flavors and find the perfect wines for your Thanksgiving table.
📅 Dates: 19-Nov-25
📍 Location: 3035 North California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 39.19 USD; Highest: 39.19 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-0a15f6ef473f/thanksgiving-harvest-wine-pairing
THANKSGIVING WEEK Foodies + New Friends: Naperville (FREE)
Join us for a cozy dinner with entrepreneurs to network, share experiences, and make new connections!
📅 Dates: 24-Nov-25
📍 Location: Illinois Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Downers Grove, IL - Thanksgiving Dinner Package
Enjoy Thanksgiving at Home with Cooper's Hawk!
📅 Dates: November 26, 2025 to November 27, 2025
📍 Location: 1801 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 218.99 USD; Highest: 218.99 USD
SET THE TABLE: THANKSGIVING EVENT
BAKED GOODS + FLORALS FOR PRE-ORDER AND IN-STORE PURCHASES
📅 Dates: 26-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1727 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-702e1829a2d2/set-the-table-thanksgiving-event
Thanksgiving Party | Strong Towns Chicago
Join us for an evening of gratitude and community as we reflect on the year's accomplishments.
📅 Dates: 20-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1061 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60607
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Thanksgiving Tablescape Workshop
Learn how to design a Thanksgiving or holiday table that wows! Sip wine, learn to style props and make your own floral arrangement.
📅 Dates: 19-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1947 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 107.48 USD; Highest: 107.48 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-f56739ed9056/thanksgiving-tablescape-workshop
Preparing For Thanksgiving and Need More Space?
Join us at R City Kitchen to host your Food Giveaway or create your Thanksgiving feast without feeling cramped in your kitchen!
📅 Dates: 17-Nov-25
📍 Location: 841 West 103rd Street, Chicago, IL 60643
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Cafe Prague Thanksgiving Buffet
Enjoy delcious food in a cozy, beautifully decorated Thanksgiving setting - Perfect for taking family photos!
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 6710 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 61.00 USD
🔗 More info: https://www.letslivealife.com/united-states-usa/festivals-events/2025-5f00ac6bfdf9/cafe-prague-thanksgiving-buffet
Thanksgiving Feast for 10 People at Home
Savor a Thanksgiving Feast at Home featuring citrus-brined turkey, honey ham, classic sides,
and your choice of homemade pie.
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 482.02 USD; Highest: 482.02 USD
Thanksgiving Community Giveaway & Celebration
Thanksgiving Community Giveaway & Celebration – Hosted by Lifescore
📅 Dates: 24-Nov-25
📍 Location: 8455 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Dance, Strut & Shine in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade
Be part of the iconic Chicago Thanksgiving Parade! ✨ All levels welcome—just bring your energy and community spirit.
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 2142 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 46.15 USD; Highest: 90.27 USD
Frontier Thanksgiving Turkeys & Sides - Catering is Live
Order Frontier Chicago's Iconic turkey & sides now for all your November catering needs.
📅 Dates: 04-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1072 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642
💵 Pricing: Lowest: Unknown; Highest: Unknown
Complimentary Wine Sampling @ Joliet | Thanksgiving Sampling
Join us for our Complimentary Thanksgiving Wine Sampling. Find the perfect wines to pair with your Fall festivities.
📅 Dates: 13-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1705 New Lenox Road, Joliet, IL 60433
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Thanksgiving Baby Brunch - Goldfish Swim School Naperville
Join us for a fun morning of brunch and swimming at Goldfish Swim School Naperville with your little ones!
📅 Dates: 19-Nov-25
📍 Location: 1688 Quincy Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
DivaDance Thanksgiving Day Parade Performance
Get ready to strut your stuff and show off your dance moves at the DivaDance Thanksgiving Day Parade Performance - it's going to be a fabulo
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: North State Street, Chicago, IL
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 75.00 USD; Highest: 75.00 USD
Day Before Thanksgiving Clinic, 11/26, 10:00-12:00, 1st - 8th
Serve, Pass, Set, Hit & 3 Contact Competition
📅 Dates: 26-Nov-25
📍 Location: 9401 Oak Park Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 37.92 USD; Highest: 37.92 USD
Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet in the Grand Ballroom
Nov. 27, 2025 – Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago invites you to celebrate
Thanksgiving Dinner with a memorable dining experience!
📅 Dates: 27-Nov-25
📍 Location: 401 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 209.93 USD
Thanksgiving Dinner - "A Day of Giving"
YOU ARE INVITED FOR A TRADITIONAL, HOME-COOKED THANKSGIVING DINNER.
📅 Dates: 22-Nov-25
📍 Location: 11218 South Bishop Street, Chicago, IL 60643
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 0.00 USD; Highest: 0.00 USD
Naperville, IL - Thanksgiving Dinner Package
Enjoy Thanksgiving at Home with Cooper's Hawk!
📅 Dates: November 26, 2025 to November 27, 2025
📍 Location: 1740 Freedom Drive, Naperville, IL 60563
💵 Pricing: Lowest: 217.49 USD; Highest: 217.49 USD
💖 Final Thoughts
From parades and turkey trots to joyful family feasts, Chicago’s Thanksgiving celebrations are as warm as they are memorable. Bundle up, share gratitude, and join in the Windy City’s festive spirit. 🦃❤️
The end: 🦃 Thanksgiving Events in Chicago & Nearby – 2025
