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Thanksgiving in Downtown Jacksonville

Author: Jane Robison, Downtown Vision Marketing Intern


It’s the season of gratitude! For Thanksgiving weekend, spend time with family and those who mean most in #DTJax! Whether you’re in search for a delicious dinner to prepare or family- friendly activities, #DTJax has plenty of Thanksgiving and holiday activities for everyone to enjoy!

Bellwether Thanksgiving Dinner 

Photo by: Bellwether

Let’s face it, preparing Thanksgiving dinner is quite a task! Instead of doing all the meal preparation yourself, let a local restaurant handle it for you! Bellwether is presenting a Thanksgiving To-Go menu, featuring a range of dinners from one to four people with a wide variety of Thanksgiving classics. Be sure to place your orders by November 18th, and pick ups are available on November 21st and 22nd. 

Wine Tasting at The Bread & Board 

Photo by: The Bread & Board 

Indulge in the festive spirit with a wine night in #DTJax! Join The Bread & Board on Monday, November 20th for their wine tasting extravaganza. From 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., savor various wines and explore thanksgiving dishes curated by The Bread & Board.

The Bread & Board Thanksgiving A La Carte

Photo by: The Bread & Board

  The Bread & Board is offering a Thanksgiving A La Carte menu. Explore the various traditional and unique mains and sides. Make sure to place your order by Monday, November 20th and pick ups will take place from Friday, November 17th to Wednesday, November 22nd.

 Chocolate Turkey’s at Sweet Pete’s Candy

Photo by: Sweet Pete’s Candy

A Thanksgiving meal isn’t complete without it’s treats! Take advantage of Sweet Pete’s Candy special offers such as, buy two, and get one FREE chocolate bar, or buy three, and get one FREE chocolate turkey! Sweet Pete’s deals end on Wednesday, November 22nd so be sure to stop by and stock up on some delicious sweets for your Thanksgiving celebration!

The Greenhouse Bar Black Friday

Photo by: The Greenhouse Bar

The Greenhouse Bar is hopping on the Black Friday deals and presenting Black Friday Bottomless Mimosas! On Friday, November 24th, The Greenhouse Bar is offering $20 bottomless mimosas the entire day so don’t miss out on this special black Friday deal. Upon entry, The Greenhouse Bar will provide a wristband and once inside, enjoy the limitless refills!


Did you know that kids get in FREE during the whole month of November in #DTJax? Spend Thanksgiving weekend doing fun activities the whole family will enjoy!

MOSH Kids Free November

Photo by: MOSH

During the month of November, MOSH is open to kids for free! From November 1st to November 30th, up to five children (ages 3 – 12) get in FREE per paying adult. Explore the different MOSH exhibits, planetarium and more with the whole family before the month ends!

MOCA Kids Free November

Photo by: @mocajax

MOCA is extending free admission to ALL ages during Kids Free November! Visit the MOCA and check out the beautiful art on the first and second floors! If you’re looking for a holiday drink to sip on, then check out Setlan Coffee located on the first floor of MOCA!


Happy Thanksgiving, Downtown Jacksonville! If you’re looking for more holiday fun, check out and download our 2023 Holiday Guide that outlines all the fantastic events, shopping, dining, tours and more happening in #DTJax during the holiday season!