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
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Marfa Stance Fashion Comes to Kiawah
Join Pam Harrington Exclusives for an exceptional Pop-Up trunk show on Kiawah Island on November 26th at a secret location on Kiawah (to be revealed the week of the show).
Pam Harrington Exclusives is excited to introduce this luxury designer label to Kiawah Island.
Learn more about this fun day of fashion, and RSVP for your spot to join us!
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
2024 Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the Seabrook Island Club
November 28, 2024
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
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Harris Teeter at Freshfields Village
Do you need to pick up some last-minute groceries, that one vital ingredient, a particular 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 ring in the Yuletide spirit with the Charleston Tree Lighting in Marion Square, or 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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Marfa Stance Fashion Comes to the Islands
Join Pam Harrington Exclusives for an exceptional Pop-Up trunk show on Kiawah Island on November 27th at Pam Harrington Exclusives Real Estate office. Marfa Stance is a modern fashion brand for women where form meets function in a socially and environmentally sustainable clothing line.
Pam Harrington Exclusives is excited to introduce this luxury designer label to fashionable island residents.
Learn more about this fun day of fashion, and RSVP for your spot to join us!
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Seabrook Island Annual Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 28 @ 8:00 am - The Lake House - $25
- The race will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. from the Lake House. Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes early.
- The course is just over 5k at 3.4 miles.
- Participants will be placed in corrals to space out the start.
- This is a fun run. A clock will be at the start and finish; however, no official times will be recorded.
- Packet Pick-Up is Wednesday, November 27th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In-person registration will be available during this time.
- Race Day Pick-Up: 7:15 am - 7:45 am.
- There are NO REFUNDS.
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 $25, and completed forms can be dropped off at the Lake House or emailed to jmogus@sipoa.org.
Click here to register. You can register online or at the front desk of the Seabrook Island Lake House.
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Holiday Extravaganza at Seabrook Island
Thursday, December 12, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Seabrook Island Holiday Extravaganza, a big event at the town of Seabrook Island, is scheduled for Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Town Hall.
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Holiday Tree Lighting
Stay tuned for more details!
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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