Thanksgiving at the beach is a tradition for many families and it is never too early to start making your holiday plans! It’s always fun to gather for a festive feast complete with turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pecan pie. If you are considering a new tradition for the holidays why not enjoy a relaxing Thanksgiving on Kiawah or Seabrook Island?
You’ll never find a shortage of festivities, dining options, or activities to experience along our beautiful shores. Here are some of our top recommendations! If this is your first visit to the islands download our Sea Islands Vacation Guide for suggestions.
Celebrating Thanksgiving on Kiawah Island
We compiled the following list of restaurants and local events to help you plan the ultimate Thanksgiving on Kiawah Island. Check it out and get ready for a holiday your family will remember for years to come!
Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner on Kiawah Island
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The Atlantic Room at The Ocean Course
Are you looking for the ultimate culinary experience this Thanksgiving on Kiawah Island? The Atlantic Room in the Ocean Course Clubhouse hosts a lavish buffet. There are several stations throughout the ballroom featuring seafood displays, live chef presentations, holiday meats, and other favorites. Sample the wine menu and save room for dessert! Call 843.768.6251 for reservations.
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Thanksgiving To Go
Enjoy a full, home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner without the hassle of pots and pans. Meals serve 8-10 people or you have the option to order a la carte. This is becoming a very popular option for enjoying a delicious Thanksgiving dinner with no work or clean-up. Meals are picked up at the West Beach Conference Center. View the menu for this year's options and order by November 17th!
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Jasmine Porch Thanksgiving Grand Buffet
Jasmine Porch in The Sanctuary Hotel offers an elegant ambiance that is sure to impress.
Priority seating reserved for guests of The Sanctuary
Breakfast: 6:30-10:15am
Thanksgiving Buffet: 12-8 pm
Adults: $129 | Children 4-12: $75
Celebrate the holiday with a magnificent buffet featuring traditional favorites, live entertainment, and desserts. This will be a meal to remember in a warm, yet elegant atmosphere as you toast loved ones. Jasmine Porch is sure to be an annual tradition for you and your family. At this time, reservations are limited to hotel guests only.
Call for reservations: 843.768.6253
Kiawah Private Chefs & Catering
Kiawah Island Thanksgiving Events
There is no end to the Thanksgiving excitement when you plan your Kiawah Island fall getaway. Take the kids out for the annual Night Heron Park Turkey Hunt and let them run around searching for golden turkeys to get the wiggles out before the big feast.
Celebrating Thanksgiving on Seabrook Island
Celebrate in style when you stay on Seabrook Island this Thanksgiving season.
From the green beans to the pumpkin pie, Seabrook has everything you need to have your best Turkey Day yet.
Discover the best of Thanksgiving on Seabrook today!
Thanksgiving Week Dining Options on Seabrook Island
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Seabrook Island Club
The Seabrook Island Club celebrates Thanksgiving Day with a succulent buffet featuring all the traditional Thanksgiving dinner favorites.
Seabrook Island Club dining is open for enjoyment during various times over the holidays and with the popularity of Thanksgiving dining at the Club it is important to book reservations in advance.
** Please note hours and offerings are subject to change***. Contact the Island House for reservation requests and up-to-date dining details at 843-768-2571.
Palmetto Room / Seaview Terrace / Ashley Room
- Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30 am - 3 pm
- Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday 5 pm - 9 pm
- Brunch: Sunday 10 am - 2 pm
Bohicket's Lounge
- 11:30 am - 9 pm. Closes at 7 pm on Sundays
Pelican's Nest
- Closes November 19
Osprey Cafe
- Open: Friday - Sunday, 8 am - 2 pm
2023 Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the Seabrook Island Club
November 23, 2023
Atlantic Room at the Island House
Seatings every half hour from 11 am to 2:30 pm
Reservations available ONLY through email: khoward@seabrookisland.com
$87 adults $40 children
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Harris Teeter at Freshfields Village
Do you need to pick up some last-minute groceries, that one vital ingredient, a special wine, or beer? Harris Teeter at Freshfields Village has everything you need to create your mouthwatering, homemade holiday meal. The grocery store is open on Thanksgiving Day.
Seabrook Island Thanksgiving Events
Enjoy a fun-filled day of fall-inspired events in the Lowcountry this Thanksgiving. Come out to ring in the Yuletide spirit with the Charleston Tree Lighting in Marion Square or simply enjoy a stroll around the cobblestone. And don’t forget to visit the big man at one of his many sightings around the barrier islands.
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Seabrook Island Annual Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 23 @ 8 am - The Lake House - $25
This Thanksgiving Day 5k is a great way to burn off some calories before the big feast. This annual Seabrook Island 5K run/walk begins at the Lake House and runs through the front of the island. Registration forms can be found here. The cost is around $20 and completed forms can be dropped off at the Lake House or emailed to jmogus@sipoa.org.
Click here to register. The deadline for online registration is midnight on 11/21/23. You can register online or at the front desk of the Seabrook Island Lake House.
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The Seabrook Island Holiday Art Fair
Friday, November 24 - 11 am 'til 4 pm - The Lake House, Live Oak Hall
Each year on Black Friday the Seabrook Island Artist Guild hosts its art show and exhibition. Visit the Lake House on Seabrook Island Friday afternoon. View colorful works by local artists. Landscapes and Lowcountry themes are featured. Refreshments: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Holiday Parade at Seabrook Island
Friday, November 24 - 3:30 pm
It is the 4th annual Holiday Parade at Seabrook Island!
The parade route will begin on Seabrook Island Road at The Village of Seabrook, and loop around Seabrook Island Road, finishing at the Lake House.
HOLIDAY PARADE INFORMATION:
- Any type of vehicle allowed on Seabrook roads and able to maintain 10mph may take part in the parade.
- For safety reasons, ALL bicycle riders must line up at the FRONT of the parade and should be able to complete the 6.7-mile loop at a speed of 6mph.
- Please do not throw any candy/items from vehicles in the parade.
- ALL PARADE PARTICIPANTS MUST BE IN LINE IN THE SEABROOK VILLAGE AREA BY 3:15 PM.
Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Lake House or click here for the form. Please drop off your completed registration form at the Lake House or email it to jmogus@sipoa.org no later than 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2023.
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Holiday Tree Lighting
Friday, November 24 - 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm - The Lake House
Celebrate the official holiday season kick-off at the Seabrook Island Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at the Lake House! Enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, wine, live music, and a great time with fellow Seabrookers!
What is Open Thanksgiving Day in Charleston?
Here are some restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day in Charleston:
- Bourbon N' Bubbles
- Church and Union
- Burwell's Stonefire Grill
- Handcraft Kitchen + Cocktails
- Uptown Social
- Bodega CHS
You can also get Thanksgiving to-go from these Charleston Restaurants:
- Callie's Hot Little Biscuit
- Caviar & Bananas
- Hamby Catering
- Swig & Swine
- Mercantile & Mash
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