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Want to know what to do in Portland on November 28? Here’s a list of Thanksgiving events for you to enjoy!
Thanksgiving in Portland is one of my favorite days of the year. The streets are quiet. There’s no traffic. It is almost like the whole city is put on pause. Take advantage of this rare sleepy Thursday in Portland and check out one of these Thanksgiving events.
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Also, if you visit downtown Portland on Thanksgiving, there is free street parking all day.
What to Do in Portland on Thanksgiving Day
Get Breakfast Pastries at JinJu
If you’d like to start your Thanksgiving morning with a sweet treat, head to JinJu Patisserie on Williams Ave. Get a croissant, tart, scone, coffee cake or a warm beverage.
The shop is open 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thanksgiving at 4063 North Williams Ave.
Here’s a full list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving.
Go on an Urban Hike
This is probably the best day to visit some of Portland’s best urban hikes. I recommend the Lower Macleay Park hike, which passes by the Witch’s Castle and ends at the Pittock Mansion with a beautiful view of the city.
Get a Free Meal at Prost!
The annual Prostgiving offers a complimentary feast of homemade turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes at 6 p.m. Visitors are welcome to bring a side dish or dessert to share with everyone.
Prost! is located at 4237 N Mississippi Ave.
Here’s a list of places offering free Thanksgiving meals.
Sing Karaoke at Chopsticks
Dubbing itself Portland’s most favorite karaoke bar, Chopsticks on NE Sandy location is open seven days a week, 365 days a year. The bar opens and 6 p.m. and karaoke starts at 8 p.m. Get a rice or noodle plate, fill up on some liquid courage and sing your heart out at this Portland treasure.
Photo courtesy of City of Sandy
Stroll through the holiday lights at Meinig Park
Every year, Sandy’s crown jewel park transforms into a magical holiday experience. Visit the holiday lights at Meinig Park this season.
The holiday light display is free to visit and the lights are on every night from 6 to 9 p.m. through January 5.
Photo courtesy of McMenamins Kennedy School
Warm Up in the Soaking Pool
Here’s your chance to relax and warm your bones on Thanksgiving. McMenamins Kennedy School and Grand Lodge soaking pools are open on Thanksgiving.
Reservations are $10 and can be made online.
Get a Bite to Eat
Leave the stress of preparing a holiday feast behind by dining at one of these Portland restaurants. Locations across the city are hosting you and your loved ones on Thanksgiving day.
Go Skating at Oaks Park
Starting at 7 p.m., Oaks Park is hosting a special skate night on Thanksgiving day. If you have relatives in town or you’re looking for an activity during your time off, head to Portland’s one-and-only amusement park for roller skating fun at a great price.
Lace up your skates and enjoy holiday music played on Wurlitzer pipe organ that will get you in the mood for the holiday season.
The price is $13 per skater and includes standard skate rental.
Also, get ready for opening night of Winter Gleam at Oaks Amusement Park.
Go to the Movies
Support local on Thanksgiving day by watching a movie at one of these independent theaters in and around Portland. Some have limited showtimes so I recommend getting tickets online in advance.
Here’s a list of local movie theaters open on Thanksgiving:
McMenamins Kennedy School Theater, 5736 NE 33rd Ave.
Bagdad Theater & Pub, 3702 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.
Living Room Theater, 341 SW 10th Ave.
Laurelhurst Theater, 2735 East Burnside St.
Moreland Theater, 6712 SE Milwaukie Ave.
Oak Grove 8 Cinemas, 16100 SE McLoughlin Blvd.
St. Johns Twin Cinema and Pub, 8704 N Lombard St.
St. Johns Theater & Pub, 8203 N Ivanhoe St.
Lake Theater & Cafe, 106 N State St. in Lake Oswego
Power Station Theater, 2126 S.W. Halsey St. in Troutdale.
Mt. Hood Theatre, 401 East Powell Blvd. in Gresham
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