Things to do in Dallas around Thanksgiving
Where to eat, explore or catch a game with your family this Thanksgiving week.
If you have family coming to Dallas the week of Thanksgiving and you want to impress them with the city's best, we've got you covered. Parade your home turf with compelling sporting events, mesmerizing views and appetizing Thanksgiving meals!
Explore with Dallas Super Tours
West End
If your family is looking to explore the highlights of the city, take them on an exciting 14-stop trolley tour of Dallas. Showcase iconic places like Klyde Warren Park and Deep Ellum during a leisurely 80-minute drive or create a jam-packed journey for your family by choosing the Hop-On Hop-Off tour. This ticket lets you leave and re-join the bus tour at any time for two days!
Cheer on the Mavs and Stars at the American Airlines Center
Victory Park
The Cowboys aren't the only professional Dallas-based sports team in action during Thanksgiving week. The Dallas Mavericks host a scintillating matchup with the Sacramento Kings on Nov. 19. The Dallas Stars also play the New York Rangers on Nov. 20, the Vegas Golden Knights on Nov. 22 and the Calgary Flames on Nov. 24, and all four of these big-ticket games occur in one place!
Tour AT&T Stadium
Arlington
Fun Fact: With seating for 80,000 fans, this is the largest covered stadium in the world! Thanksgiving week offers a vibrant atmosphere and Black Friday discounts, so be sure to experience this extraordinary facility by taking a guided stadium tour, which will run daily the week of Thanksgiving. Don't forget to check out the stadium's Pro Shop while you're there.
Dallas Turkey Trot at Dallas City Hall
Downtown
For over 55 years, the YMCA has organized the Dallas Turkey Trot and manages to attract thousands of competitors to this footrace each year! The confirmed 5K run/walk route steers your family through Deep Ellum and downtown's animated Main Street. Free perks include a nifty shirt for all entrants at check-in and turkey mascots to grab a picture with.
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