The holiday season always seems to creep up each year. While it may seem like summer just ended, we are already getting ready for the Thanksgiving holiday. Spend your holiday season by starting a new family tradition of visiting somewhere new. One such destination for your holiday escape can be the beautiful shores of South Padre Island. Our Texas home offers plenty for you to enjoy with Thanksgiving and fall related activities. You will not find a better place for some Thanksgiving shenanigans. Take a look at your guide to South Padre Island Thanksgiving in 2023 here.
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving
If you are planning on trying something new for Thanksgiving, consider skipping out on preparing a meal at your vacation rental. Enjoy your day by visiting one of the many restaurants South Padre Island has to offer that is open for the holiday. Local restaurants open on Thanksgiving include Gabriella’s Italian Grille and Pizzeria, Padre Rita Grill, and Isla Grand. These restaurants offer both regular menu options and delicious turkey dinners so you can get your much desired holiday menu. Placing reservations in advance at these restaurants is always highly encouraged due to local demand.
Enjoy a Meal at Your Vacation Rental
Of course, preparing a thanksgiving meal with your family will always be a timeless tradition no matter where you are staying for the holiday. Fortunately, our vacation rentals will provide you with everything you need for your feast. Our properties feature kitchens that often come with modern renovations and features. You can find top end appliances that make it easy to prepare each dish to its maximum potential. The gourmet kitchen is typically provided with all the cooking ware and utensils you need too. All you need during your stay are the ingredients themselves which can be easily purchased at a local market or grocer. Dining rooms ensure everyone in the group has a spot at the table reminding you of your traditions at home. Now that is one way to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast.
Black Friday Shopping
Whenever you visit a new destination, it is always enjoyable to spend some time exploring the local shops in the area. You can find unique gifts found nowhere else making it an ideal way to find something for someone back home. Luckily Thanksgiving falls the day before Black Friday each year where you can find some of the best deals of the year. Check out the local shops and see what kind of deals you can find saving you more money than usual. South Padre Island offers the Ocean Palm Shopping Center where you can find several different local shops all in one setting. This makes it easy to check out local favorites such as Calypso and Beach Outlet. Visitors can always head over the bridge too to Port Isabel for even more shopping options.
Enjoy the Beach
Just because you are visiting South Padre Island in November does not mean you cannot enjoy some beach weather. The temperatures in November stay in 70s all month long letting you escape down to the beach as much as you want. South Padre Island is one of the few resort cities that does not close for the winter months and instead continues to operate all season long. Visitors will find that the beaches during South Padre Island Thanksgiving will be emptier than usual allowing you and your family to have your pick of a spot. You usually cannot find this much space during the busy summer season. Enjoy some time on the beach by making a sandcastle structure; you can even book time with a local sandcastle professional who can help you build a majestic structure like no other. You probably never expected to spend Thanksgiving on a beach but you sure can do that here on South Padre Island!
Book a Cruise with Original Dolphin Watch
Make sure your Thanksgiving trip has plenty of time to enjoy a cruise with Original Dolphin Watch. They are the original dolphin watch charter here on the island and offer unique trips out onto the water. Their 90-minute cruises will take you to spots where dolphins spend their year frolicking in the water. The double decker boat makes it easy to have a good view no matter where you are standing. Enjoy a sunset cruise that adds a little romance to your trip. Or try out the eco tours where items from the ocean floor are brought up for an educational experience. Don’t miss out on South Padre Island’s most popular attraction!
Thanksgiving Here on SPI
Get ready for your own Thanksgiving memories by booking a stay with us here on South Padre Island. Reserve your favorite vacation rental today and start making a new family tradition. Our bayfront Airbnb South Padre Island rentals offer a view of the scenic bay where you can also enjoy activities like fishing and boating on your vacation.