No snow, no problem: Your guide to Thanksgiving in Park City

The annual "Freebird!" Thanksgiving feast at No Name Saloon. Photo: No Name Saloon

PARK CITY, Utah — Looking for Thanksgiving plans while the snow takes its time arriving? Get in on free local traditions and activities to remember there’s still lots to be thankful for.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with community meals, family hikes, and a lively turkey trot, then get a jump on the holiday season with tree lightings and Santa visits.

Thursday, November 27

Freebird! Free Thanksgiving Dinner at No Name Saloon

Time: 2 p.m. until food runs out
Location: No Name Saloon, Main Street, Park City
Details: A Main Street tradition turns 25 this year! No Name Saloon opens its doors to serve a complimentary Thanksgiving meal to locals and visitors. A warm community gathering for everyone.

Holiday Waddle Group Hike

Time: Hike starts at 10 a.m.
Location: Three Rocks Trail, Jordanelle State Park
Details: Get outdoors for a family-friendly group hike in celebration of the season.

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Lululemon Turkey Trot 5K & Food Drive

Time: 9 – 11 a.m.
Location: 4056 Shadow Mountain Drive, Park City
Details: Kick off Thanksgiving with movement and community spirit! Walk, run, or “snow dance” through 3.1 miles. Strollers and costumes encouraged. This event is free, but organizers ask that participants register at this link and bring a nonperishable food donation for the Christian Center of Park City.

Friday, November 28

Annual Tree Lighting & Fireworks at Canyons Village

Time: 4 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Canyons Village, Park City Mountain
Details: Celebrate the 9th annual community tree lighting with fireworks, live holiday music, and photos with Santa (last photo at 5:45 p.m.). This is a free event—no tickets required.

Annual Tree Lighting at Pendry Plaza

Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
Location: Pendry Plaza, Park City
Details: Kick off the holiday season with Pendry Plaza’s annual tree lighting! Enjoy appearances by Santa and his reindeer, holiday treats, and family-friendly activities.

Gift Wrap for a Cause at Junction Commons

Date: Friday, November 29 – Monday, December 23, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Junction Commons, Park City
Details: Make your holiday shopping extra merry! Stop by the Wrap for a Cause station to have your gifts wrapped while supporting local nonprofits. Each day features a different organization, and 100% of proceeds from tips and donations go directly to that group.

Saturday, November 29

Small Business Saturday & Holiday Lighting on Main Street

Time: 12 – 7 p.m. (performances), Holiday Lighting at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Main Street & Miner’s Park, Park City
Details: Celebrate Small Business Saturday with festive holiday music from local artists while shopping and exploring Main Street. The day culminates with the Holiday Lighting Event at Miner’s Park at 5:30 p.m. The first 75 participants receive a light-up necklace and a candy cane.