APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB'S HIGHLAND CENTER (Crawford Notch, NH)

If you’d like your Thanksgiving dinner with a side of the great outdoors, book your seat at the table for Thanksgiving at the AMC Highland Center. In addition to a great buffet (with discounts for AMC members!), guests can enjoy a White Mountains Trivia evening program.

To take advantage of all the AMC’s offerings over Thanksgiving weekend (including guided nature walks and excellent proximity to many of the area’s most popular hiking trails), consider booking your stay at the Highland Center.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. Buffet-style service between 1pm (first seating) and 5:30pm (final seating). Seating every half hour, 30 guests per seating time. Adult: $34 (Member)/$39 (Non-Member); Child: $18 (Member)/$20 Non-Member. Reservations required, call (603) 466-2727 to book.

FRANCONIA INN (Franconia, NH)

Ring in the season of gratitude with a buffet-style Thanksgiving dinner at the Franconia Inn. Traditional mains, sides, and desserts are all on the menu, while just outside, views of the Kinsman mountain range await.  

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 1pm - 5:30pm. Price does not include tax or gratuity. Alcohol available for additional purchase. Reservations required; call 603-823-5542.

MOUNTAIN VIEW GRAND RESORT & SPA (Whitefield, NH)

Head north of the notches to the opulent Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa for a Thanksgiving feast to remember.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 12pm – 5:15pm. Buffet pricing (inclusive of all taxes/fees): Adults and ages 13+:  $93.41; Children (ages 6 – 12): $40.03; Children (ages 2 – 5): $20.02. Reservations are required; please call 855-837-2100.

OMNI MOUNT WASHINGTON RESORT & SPA (Bretton Woods, NH)

Join the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa for a delicious Thanksgiving Feast Buffet and indulge in all your holiday favorites, from juicy turkey and creamy mashed potatoes to savory stuffing and sweet pumpkin pie. Don't miss out on this bountiful spread of traditional Thanksgiving dishes served in the Grand Ballroom of the historic Omni, with musical accompaniment by the Rick Erwin Trio.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 12pm – 6pm. Adults (ages 13+): $125; Children (ages 5 -12): $60, Children (4 & Under): complimentary. Reservations required, call 603-278-8864.

CHRISTMAS FARM INN & SPA (Jackson, NH)

Looking for a family-friendly Thanksgiving dinner in Jackson, NH? The Christmas Farm Inn & Spa is offering a 3-course plated meal with classic starters like pumpkin soup and rolls with maple butter, a main course with everything from vegetarian moussaka to classic turkey and gravy, and a smorgasbord of side dishes and desserts your whole crew will enjoy.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 12:30pm – 6pm.  $79++ per person, families welcome. To book your spot and view a full menu, visit the Christmas Farm Inn’s website.

INN AT THORN HILL (Jackson, NH)

The Inn at Thorn Hill & Spa’s refined Thanksgiving 3-course holiday meal is filled with flavors of the season, like maple-glazed acorn squash, prim rib au jus, and assorted, artfully presented pies. To get the full, scrumptious scoop, visit the Inn at Thorn Hill’s website.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 4pm – 8pm. $89++ per person. Adults only. Book online or call (603) 383-4242 for more information.

NORTH CONWAY GRAND HOTEL (North Conway, NH)

The North Conway Grand Hotel, situated in the heart of picturesque North Conway, is offering a Thanksgiving Dinner fit for the whole family. Expect the classics like turkey, honey ham, green bean casserole, and baked mac and cheese, plus kid-friendly offerings like chicken tenders and tater tots.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 4pm – 9pm. Adults: $34.95; Children: $15.95. Includes soup, dinner rolls, salad, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverage. Bar open from 4pm – 10pm.

THE COMMON MAN FAMILY (Lincoln & Ashland, NH and Other Locations)

In honor of the holiday, The Common Man family of restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. They are, however, offering an amazing Thanksgiving to Go in Lincoln, Ashland, and other locations throughout the state.

What’s on the menu? Click over to the Common Man’s website for the tasty details and to place your preorder.  

Meal for four: $141. Meal for one: $35.75. Prices include 8.5% NH Meals tax. Meal enhancements, like a side of mac n’ cheese or house-baked apple pie, are also available.

Thanksgiving to Go Pick Up Date: Wednesday, 11/26 (select pick-up time and location during checkout).  Visit The Common Man’s website for more information

COVERED BRIDGE FARM TABLE (Campton, NH)

Does a scrumptious Thanksgiving buffet sound like holiday nirvana? Snag your reservations right away for the Covered Bridge Farm Table in Campton, NH – a feast of epic proportions awaits! Turkey, ham, and a prime rib carving station are all on the table, as are the traditional sides plus soup, salads, dessert, and more.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. Starting at 11:30am.  Adults: $44; Children (12 years and under): $22. Reservations required; call 603-238-9115.

INDIAN HEAD RESORT (Lincoln, NH)

Feast with one of the finest views in town. Indian Head Resort is hosting a Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner in their Profile Dining Room overlooking Shadow Lake, and you're invited! Call to book your reservation today. 

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 11:30am - 2:30pm. Persons 13+: $43.99; Children 4 - 12: $19.99; 3 & Under: Free. Reservations strongly recommended; book online today.

MOUNTAIN CLUB ON LOON (Lincoln, NH)

Travelers searching to fill up their Thanksgiving weekend plans, look to the Mountain Club on Loon. With soup, salad, and carving stations plus creative entrees like salmon with whiskey barrel-aged maple syrup, this Thanksgiving Grand Buffet is bound to be a hit. Did we mention The Mountain Club is also just a short drive from White Mountain National Forest and the famous Kancamagus Highway?

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. Seating from 11am to 5pm. Adults: $49; Children (ages 3 -12): $18; Children Under 3: Free. NH tax and Gratuity not included in price. Call Black Diamond Pub at 603-745-2244 ext. 4 or email foh@mtnclub.com to reserve. 

WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY (North Woodstock, NH)

Reserve early and save your seat at one of the best Thanksgiving buffets in the White Mountains. The Woodstock Inn Brewery’s sell-out event of the fall season is back, and we can’t wait to sample traditional dishes plus all the Inn’s legendary sides and desserts.

2025 Date: Thursday, 11/27. 12pm - 5:00pm. Adults are $43.99, children 4-12 are $22.99 and children 3 and under are free.  Reservations are required and must be made online.

HART’S TURKEY FARM (Meredith, NH)

The best kind of Thanksgiving dinner is one that is all about tradition. You might have guessed since it’s spelled out in the name, but Hart’s Turkey Farm is the spot for a traditional turkey Thanksgiving to-go dinner in the Lakes Region.

Choose from an individual meal if you’re flying solo this year or buy a family-sized extravaganza for the whole flock. Feeling ambitious? You can always tackle part of the Thanksgiving meal prep on your own and pick up any add-ons from Hart’s Grab & Go lobby store (11:30am – 8pm, Thanksgiving Week; 10am – 4pm Thanksgiving Day).

Hart’s will not be open for in-house dining on Thanksgiving Day.

Call 603-279-6212 to order. Hart's will be open for pickup of Whole Roasted Turkey Family Meals and Individual Turkey Dinners on Thanksgiving Day (11/27), 10am – 4pm. For more information, head over to the Hart’s Turkey Farm website.

Whole Roasted Turkey Family Meals: Small (feeds 2 - 6) is $200, Medium (feeds 6 - 10) is $300, Large (feeds 10 - 14) is  $440. | Individual Roasted Turkey Dinners: Small (3.5 oz turkey) is $22, Regular (5.5 oz turkey) is $25, Jumbo (16 oz of turkey) is $32.

SANTA’S VILLAGE (Jefferson, NH)

After your Thursday Thanksgiving feasting, swing right into the merriest of seasons with a Christmastime trip to Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH! Visit with Santa, decorate your own gingerbread cookie, or ride the Midnight Flyer rollercoaster. From one corner of this theme park to the other, family-friendly holiday splendor abounds.

2025 Dates include Friday, 11/28, Saturday, 11/29, and Sunday, 11/30. Open at 11am each day. Admission is limited and tickets must be purchased online in advance.  Information and tickets at santasvillage.com.

CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS (Moultonborough, NH)

Christmas at the Castle returns, and you’re invited! Take a tour of Castle in the Cloud's historic Lucknow Mansion bedecked in all its holiday finery, and then enjoy holiday crafts & photos with Santa, an Artisan Fair in the Carriage House, and complimentary hot cocoa and cookies.

If you’re after the ultimate Christmas experience, though, consider booking a Holiday Lights Twilight Tour of the Castle, where guests will have the rare opportunity to take a trolley up to the mansion just in time for the sunset. Can you imagine the magic of all those sparkling lights after dark?

2025 Dates

Christmas at the Castle: 11/22 & 11/3, 11/29 & 11/30, 12/6 & 12/7. 10am – 4pm. Adults: $25; Ages 5 -17: $15; Ages 4 & Under: Free. Tickets available online (preferred) or in person.

Holiday Lights Twilight Tour: 11/22 & 11/3, 11/29 & 11/30, 12/6 & 12/7. 3pm – 5:30pm (trolley to Lucknow Mansion departs at 4pm). $50. Tickets must be purchased online for this rare experience, and all ticket sales are final.

JACKSON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (Jackson, NH)

Jackson, NH’s Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour is the stuff that Christmas dreams are made of…so why not get a head start on the holiday and book your Thanksgiving weekend sleigh ride through the enchanting trails of Nestlenook Farm? Sweet chocolate treats and memories await!

2025 Dates: 11/22 & 11/23, 11/29 & 11/30, 12/6 & 12/7, 12/13 & 12/14, 12/20 & 12/21. Sleighs run hourly, 11am – 4pm. $45 per person (Children under 2/Children sitting on your lap and not taking chocolates or a seat are Free). For more information, visit the Jackson Chamber’s website.

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB'S HIGHLAND CENTER (Crawford Notch, NH)

In addition to Thanksgiving dinner festivities (more on that above), the AMC’s Highland Center in Crawford Notch is hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday, 11/29 from 10am to 3pm. Look for holiday gifts made by local artisans and connect with fellow outdoors and art enthusiasts.

2025 Date: Saturday, 11/29. 10AM-3PM.

LITTLE VILLAGE TOY & BOOK SHOP (Littleton, NH)

Turn the page from Thanksgiving to Christmas with a visit to the Little Village Toy & Book Shop in Littleton, NH. From a Twelve Days of Christmas Storytime Sale (which encourages families to read a book together each day over a 12-day period) to Black Friday and Small Business Saturday deals, this beloved shop has many events over Thanksgiving weekend – come check them out!

2025 Dates

Twelve Days of Christmas Family Storytime Sale: Saturday, 11/1 through Friday, 12/12 (Buy 12 books and get 20% off plus free gift wrapping! 

Black Friday (11/28) and Small Business Saturday (11/29) Sales include: 20% Melissa & Doug, White Mountain Puzzles, and Prior Staff Pick books.

LOON CENTER & MARKUS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY (Moultonborough, NH)

Enjoy a Holiday Open House at the Loon Center & Markus Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday, 11/29, including hay rides, holiday crafts, refreshments, and a visit from Jolly Old St. Nick, as well as special savings in the Center’s amazing gift shop.

Saturday, 11/29, 10am to 2pm.

SETTLERS GREEN (North Conway, NH)

Discover the best Black Friday sales at Settlers Green! This outlet mecca will be open from 8am to 8pm on Friday, 11/28, and they are also offering a Black Friday Early Bird Customer Service Event from 8am to 11am at suite C13, where shoppers can indulge in free gifts, a raffle, and refreshments.

Throughout the weekend, guests can also enjoy photos with Santa, the Festival of Trees, and great deals.

For more information, visit Settlers’ website.

THE FLYING MONKEY MOVIE HOUSE & PERFORMANCE CENTER (Plymouth, NH)

Steve Martin. John Candy. Need we say more? If you’d like a break from all the Thanksgiving meal prepping, take a seat The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center and enjoy a showing of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. For weekend entertainment, this Plymouth, NH theater also delivers with the likes of Warren Miller’s latest film, Snow-Ciety, and a performance from comedian Juston McKinney.

2025 Dates

Wednesday, 11/26: Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Doors: 5:00PM, Film: 6:00PM. | Friday, 11/28: Warren Miller's Sno-Ciety. Two Shows: 3PM & 7PM. | Saturday, 11/29: Comedian Juston McKinney. Doors: 7:00PM, Show: 8:00PM.

Visit the Flying Monkey’s website for more information on all events.

WEATHERVANE THEATRE (Whitefield, NH)

Over Thanksgiving Weekend, the Weathervane Theatre will be in residence at the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, presenting its holiday programming: the adults-only comedy Who's Holiday! (chronicling an all-grown-up Cindy Lou Who, who is just released from jail and living in a trailer park) and  C.S. Lewis’ enchanting adventure for all ages, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

2025 Dates

Who's Holiday!: Friday, 11/28 (7pm), Saturday, 11/29 (4pm & 7pm). 75 minutes with no intermission. Tickets start at $42.  

The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe: Sunday, 11/30 (1pm). 50 minutes with no intermission. Reservations recommended. Tickets: $12.50 (youth); $17.50 (adults).

Both performances take place at the Presidential Hall at Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa (101 Mountain View Road, Whitefield, NH 03598). Reservations recommended for all performances.

TOWN OF BERLIN

A Christmas Parade of Lights, hosted by the Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce, is coming to Berlin, NH over Thanksgiving weekend! Santa will be arriving in style with Jericho Adventures to see all the sparking floats and holiday spirit – won’t you join him?  

2025 Dates: Saturday, 11/29. Starts at 6pm.

TOWN OF LITTLETON, NH

Visit Littleton, NH, one of the most charming towns in the White Mountains, for their 38^th Annual Holiday Parade. The main festivities run from 12pm to 1pm along Main Street, but holiday fun is happening all day long.

2025 Date: Friday, 11/28. Holiday Parade: 12pm to 1pm. | Community Center Open House with Santa: 12pm – 12:30pm. |  Holiday Craft Fair at Littleton Opera House: 10am – 3pm. | Fireworks display near Industrial Park Road: 6pm. | Open Mic at The Loading Dock: 7pm.

TOWN OF WATERVILLE VALLEY, NH

Waterville Valley is always a great hub for holiday fun in the White Mountains. Check out this year’s lineup of Thanksgiving-meets-Christmas events.

SATURDAY, 11/29

12:00pm -2:00pm: 13th Annual Cold Turkey Plunge: Jump into the cold waters of Corcoran Pond and do some good for Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports! Prizes for most funds raised and best costume, plus free t-shirts and goodies for all plungers. Participants are required to raise a minimum of $50 in donations to participate.

3:30pm - 7:00pm: Santa Visits the Waterville Valley Adventure Center: Let the spirit of Christmas warm you up after your Cold Turkey Plunge, and head to the Waterville Valley Adventure Center for a visit with Santa! Parents are welcome to take photos of their children with Santa.  No Fee, Suggested Donation.

7:00pm: Tree Lighting Ceremony & Fireworks in Town Square: Celebrate the official start of the holiday season in Waterville Valley with their Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony (led by Santa!) and a dazzling Firework Display.

ALL WEEKEND LONG

Enjoy Alpine Advent, a European-inspired Christmas Market, throughout Thanksgiving weekend and select dates through New Year’s Eve. This special event taking place in Town Square includes twelve heated wooden chalets, artisan vendors, seasonal food and beverages, and festive décor beneath the mountain lights.

Friday, 11/28 (4pm – 8pm); Saturday, 11/29 (12pm – 8pm); Sunday, 11/30 (12pm – 6pm).

View Events Calendar for additional Alpine Advent dates. Free admission. Open to the public.