The very first Thanksgiving occurred in Virginia.

Celebrate and give thanks in original fashion.

Join in the festivities at the Virginia Thanksgiving Festival hosted by Berkeley Plantation, site of the very first Thanksgiving in 1619. Enjoy this day, November 6, dedicated to history and food, and including house tours of the beloved 1726 Berkeley Plantation manor house.

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ENJOY A THANKSGIVING DINNER

Williamsburg - Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 - James River Plantation Thanksgiving Progressive Candlelight Tour - Explore the history of America's Thanksgiving tradition in Williamsburg's James River Plantation country, minutes from the site of America's first official celebration. Visit the historic buildings of Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation – Piney Grove, Ashland, Ladysmith, Dower Quarter & Duck Church – with "Tours-By-The-Owner." $20/person

Charlottesville - Nov 19 - Thanksgiving Holiday Heritage Parade - Kick off Thanksgiving with this 100-entry parade. You'll love seeing three presidents - Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe - along with Santa Claus!

Charlottesville - Nov 19 - Jefferson Thanksgiving Ball and Holiday Show - Step back in time for a period Thanksgiving ball as it might have been in Jefferson's time in Charlottesville. This event is suitable for all ages, but cash bar is also available in separate area. No costume is required for admission but is certainly welcomed. $5/adult or $15/family. A full thanksgiving dinner is also available at 6pm for $30/person.

Bedford - Nov 19-20 - Thanksgiving for the Harvest at Peaks of Otter Winery - Cider, apples, preserves, jams, and jellies! Bring your own glass, purchase a glass, or taste our wonderful wines from a free plastic cup.

Clarksville - Nov 23-25 - Decadent Thanksgiving Feast at Cooper's Landing Inn - Dinners will be plated with each family having the choice to enjoy their own turkey. Leftovers may even be boxed for you take home. We have a scrumptious menu; you won't be disappointed!
»Overnights are welcome! 

Natural Bridge - Nov 24 - Natural Bridge Thanksgiving Buffet - Give yourself a break this year. Make the afternoon with friends & family a relaxing, easy, memorable get together. Enjoy a scrumptious meal and live entertainment at the Natural Bridge Hotel. $25.98/adult; $12.98 for children 5-12
»Overnights are welcome! 

Staunton - Nov 24 - Thanksgiving Buffet at Stonewall Jackson Hotel - Join us for a delicious brunch. Call for reservations.

Wintergreen - Nov 24-27 - Thanksgiving on the Mountain at Wintergreen Resort - The holiday season of family traditions at Wintergreen Resort begins with Thanksgiving. Traditional feasts, the grand illumination of the courtyard, holiday workshops, and more.

BOOK A THANKSGIVING TRAVEL PACKAGE

Williamsburg -  Williamsburg Plantation Thanksgiving Lodging-Tour Package - Enjoy a night at Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation, as well as a special guided tour of three historic homes on the plantation. Romantic wood fire and turn-down treats await your return after the tour. Anticipate a delicious candlelight breakfast the next morning.
» Nov 1-30 * Call for Rates

Williamsburg - The Virginia Thanksgiving Festival at Berkeley Plantation & American Historic Triangle Package - This three night package includes your stay at Williamsburg Plantation Resort or Colonies at Williamsburg (you choose!), plus American Historic Triangle Passes for four. This pass gets you into Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, Jamestowne Island, Yorktown Victory Center, and Yorktown Battlefield. We're so close to Berkeley Plantation, that we encourage you to attend the Virginia Thanksgiving Festival on November 6 (free admission; $5 to park).
» Nov 3-8 * $729 for family of four

Clarksville - Thanksgiving at the Lake - A romantic room with double jacuzzi tub and fireplace is waiting for you! Package includes two nights, homemade treats, bottle of Harvest Wine, delectable breakfast, and our full four-course gourmet Thanksgiving Feast served November 24.
» Nov 23-25 * $425-$475 + tax

Natural Bridge - Natural Bridge Thanksgiving Buffet Package - Eat good, walk it off and stay the night at the historic Natural Bridge Hotel. Package includes buffet for two, admission to The Natural Bridge & Cedar Creek Trail, Monacan Indian Village, and The Drama of Creation; Natural Bridge Caverns; Wax Museum; Toy Museum and an overnight for two.
» Nov 23-25 * Call for Rates

Warm Springs -  A Musical Gourmet Mountain Thanksgiving Package - You'll love your three nights in our exclusive mountain villa, and the concert and Thanksgiving dinner at Garth Newel will surely melt away your holiday stress.
» Nov 23-26 * $499/couple

Orange -  Holladay House Thanksgiving Feast - Join us for our annual Thanksgiving dinner with free-range turkey, wonderful sides, and great conversation, of course! Feel free to stay a few nights and get in some shopping.
» Nov 24-28 * $39 for dinner; Stay consecutive nights to receive 25% off second night; 50% off third night

BLACK FRIDAY & MORE

Williamsburg - Nov 24-26 - Foods & Feasts of Colonial Virginia at Jamestown Settlement - Explore 17th-century culinary practices of Virginia during this three-day event beginning on Thanksgiving Day. $

Yorktown - Nov 24-26 - Foods & Feasts of Colonial Virginia at Yorktown Victory Center - Visitors learn about typical soldiers' fare during the American Revolution and trace the bounty of a 1780s farm from field to kitchen. $

Gordonsville - Nov 25-26 - Thanksgiving Open House at Horton Vineyards - Join us for hot soup and Horton Norton Chili. Browse for gifts for the wine lover. Take a stroll trhough the vineyard and walk off some of the Thanksgiving feast.

Richmond - Nov 25 - Day After Thanksgiving Art Affair @ Art Works - Enjoy yourself with music by Offering, door prizes and an auction and shopping. Twelve Artisans and fine craftsmen will be displaying and selling unique and innovative artwork and gifts. At 7 p.m. the Exhibits and Receptions. Enjoy music by OFFERING!

Dugspur - Nov 26 - Thanksgiving Open House at Foggy Ridge Cider & Blacksnake Mead - Tired of shopping? Need to entertain out-of-town guests? Escape the relatives with a relaxing drive on the Blue Ridge parkway and visit to Foggy Ridge Cider and Blacksnake Meadery. $5 fee covers treats and tasting at both locations.

Middletown - Nov 25-26 - Thanksgiving Weekend Tours at Belle Grove Plantation - Walk off all that big holiday dinner with a stroll through Belle Grove’s historic grounds. Guides greet you in the 1797 Manor House, which surely hosted its fair share of family celebrations. Bring your family & guests to partake in a bit of history, do some great Christmas shopping, and enjoy a fine late fall day together at a special place.

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