Thanksgiving is all about family, good times and good food. But let's be real, the turkeys aren't the only ones getting basted this weekend. There are tons of awesome things to do in Tampa happening that will have you hungry for seconds! If you don't already have plans for your Thanksgiving meal, check out our list of all the restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day that will happily stuff you with delicious grub.
There are things to do in Tampa listed here that will be fun for the whole family (not just those of you turkeys who like a little beer in your brine). Enjoy your weekend in Tampa with family and friends this Thanksgiving! Cheers!
Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl - Ybor
Thanksgiving Eve is upon us! Gather the whole flock for a fun night out in Ybor City with the Downtown Crawlers crew! The fun starts at 8 p.m. at First Chance Last Chance and continues on to four local bars with a welcome shot, live music, dancing, games and much more!
PreThanksgiving 80’s Night
Have a few at The Castle on Thanksgiving Eve in preparation for the awkward family reunion at your great aunt Karen's house. This is an 80s-themed night, so get ready to jam with the throwbacks.
Skate Your Turkey Off Thanksgiving Night!
Forget staying home or going to the movies, get skating with the whole family at United Skates Tampa! Admission is $4 if you don't have your own skates.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens
Watch the Lightning take on the Montreal Canadiens on Thanksgiving night!
The Night Before Thanksgiving!!
The night before Thanksgiving is always one heck of a party! Celebrate Thanksgiving in one of South Tampa’s oldest neighborhood bars, Pete's Place South! Party starts at 9 p.m.
Come to the Dark Side: Black Beer Black Friday
Tired of Tampa traffic and standing in department store lines on Black Friday? Take a load off at The Independent Bar and Cafe with some of the best dark beers available. The Indie will have specials on bottles and draft beers so you can enjoy your black Friday the right way!
Blackout Wednesday | At Crafty Squirrel
Cross the bridge for this party! The Crafty Squirrel will have awesome specials on everyone's favorite sips.
Thanksgiving Eve Rock The Patio with the Whiskey Richards
Get basted before Turkey Day at McAnderson's House of Brews!
Dallas Bull 40th Anniversary
Party at the Dallas Bull for their 40th birthday and Thanksgiving Eve! There will be drink specials all night, plus doorbuster goodie bags and prizes.
Thanksgiving Eve Bash at The Landing
Traditionally, the night before Thanksgiving is the biggest party night of the entire year, especially at The Landing. Bring your turkeys get goofy!