Family-Friendly Things To Do for Thanksgiving in Tampa

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to unwind, slow down, and cherish little things with your loved ones. Although Thursday is usually about bonding and connecting over good food, the long weekend is a bonus. It is a great opportunity to explore Tampa Bay. So, here is a list of the top relaxing things you can do with your family and friends this Thanksgiving in Tampa Bay.

ZooTampa at Lowry Park

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1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa FL, 33604

Zoo Tampa lights up like a magical palace during Thanksgiving. You can make an online reservation to attend this amazing location with your family and friends this year. There have been a couple of holiday additions, like the Lantern Lullaby. It is a dazzling arrangement featuring stunning Asian lanterns and several holiday lullabies.

The fun-filled Holiday Signature Encounters allow you to meet the animals in the park. There are many more things that are never seen before to experience in this zoo. For instance, decorating cookies, visiting Santa, reading books, and singing carols. It is going to be a memorable experience! Get in touch with the officials for more details on the event.

Bloomin' Bluegrass Festival

Other $$

2540 Farmers Branch Ln, 2540 Farmers Ln, 75234

Make this Thanksgiving memorable by attending the very popular Thanksgiving Bluegrass Festival. It is a three-day annual fest. The event was started in 1980, and there has been no stopping since then. It is a youth music festival that also serves traditional family Thanksgiving dinner at the farm.

The best part is that you can also take your pets and kids to this fest. There are many kids activities to keep them happy and engaged. They can also play in the playground and enjoy their Thanksgiving to the fullest.

MILITARY FAMILY THANKSGIVING FEAST

on Thursday, 21 Nov, 6:00 PM
at Brandon Elks Lodge

800 Centennial Lodge Drive, Brandon, FL 33510

Join us for a heartwarming Thanksgiving feast to honor and celebrate our military families!

FREE Thanksgiving Family Food Drive-Thru Giveaway

on Saturday, 23 Nov, 9:00 AM
at Middleton High School

4801 North 22nd Street, Tampa, FL 33610

Thanksgiving Drive-Thru for Family Basket with Turkey (or Gift Card) and traditional thanksgiving sides.

Thanksgiving Break Camps at MOSI

on Monday, 25 Nov, 9:00 AM
at MOSI - Museum of Science & Industry

4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL 33617

Keep young minds engaged and entertained all year long with school break camps at MOSI. We offer camps during Fall, Winter, and Spring Breaks and all Summer long for kids from Kindergarten to 8th grade.