Guide to Thanksgiving 2024

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend in Marana and enjoy exquisite holiday meals, outdoor adventures and festive events.

Treat your family to Thanksgiving dinner at one of Marana’s stand-out restaurants. After you’ve enjoyed your meal, step outside to explore the beautiful Sonoran Desert or get started on your holiday shopping. With seasonal events and activities planned throughout the weekend, Marana is the perfect place to celebrate the holiday together.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

Core Kitchen & Wine Bar

Spend Thanksgiving at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain for an elevated holiday celebration. Start off the festivities with Thanksgiving Day Brunch featuring freshly shucked oysters and succulent carved meats. After brunch, hit the links to enjoy a relaxing round of golf at The Golf Club at Dove Mountain before making your way to a four-course Thanksgiving dinner featuring arctic char, bison tenderloin, three sisters, or roasted turkey entrees with festive appetizers and desserts. Both Thanksgiving feasts are held at Core Kitchen & Wine Bar and require reservations.

The Highlands Bar & Grille

For a Thanksgiving buffet with incredible views, make a reservation for Thanksgiving at The Highlands Bar & Grille in Dove Mountain. This restaurant is in a gated community, so many people think it's for residents only! The menu includes traditional herb-roasted turkey, sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie. Call ahead to make reservations - 520-579-9574.

Bob's Steak & Chop House

For a traditional Thanksgiving feast with a refined touch, make a reservation at Bob’s Steak & Chop House at the Omni Tucson National Resort. Their Thanksgiving brunch menu includes breakfast classics, savory sides, roast turkey, and seasonal desserts. Reservations are required - call 520-297-2271.

Cracker Barrel

Enjoy a warm, welcoming Thanksgiving at Cracker Barrel, open regular hours with a special holiday menu available from 11 a.m. For those hosting at home, their heat-and-serve kits come fully loaded with turkey, savory sides, and delicious pies, making holiday prep a breeze.

Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend

Shop for Gifts at
Tucson Premium Outlets or Arizona Pavilions

Find everything you need for holiday gift-giving at Tucson Premium Outlets, where Black Friday sales offer unbeatable prices. Enjoy big discounts on top brands and get your holiday shopping done early and affordably!

Arizona Pavilions also has national brands, a convenient one-stop retailer, great places to eat and a movie theater to take a break from the crowds.

Experience the Magic of
Yuletide at Old Tucson

Step back in time at Yuletide at Old Tucson – a holiday celebration blending the historic charm of the Wild West with the joy of the season. With intricate decorations, period attire, lively performances and interactive activities, there’s magic at every turn. Looking for more festive events? Check our event calendar for more holiday events happening throughout the week!

Capture Stunning Holiday Photos in the Sonoran Desert

Marana’s breathtaking desert scenery provides the perfect backdrop for holiday card photos. Gather your family, pull on your holiday sweaters, and follow our National and State Parks Photo Itinerary to create a truly memorable holiday card.

Set Out on a Hike

Lace up your boots and explore Saguaro National Park over Thanksgiving weekend. With November’s mild weather, it’s the perfect time to hike the park’s top three trails, all featuring spectacular views of towering saguaros and desert scenery.

After your hike, keep the outdoor adventures going by cycling along scenic trails or birding in the beautiful desert landscape. Plan your trip today and discover all Marana has to offer.

More to Explore

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