Thanksgiving and Wine Festivals Around Texas Week of November 18 to 24
Leading up to Thanksgiving week, we’re seeing a lot of fun events around the state! From FREE Thanksgiving dinners to good old-fashioned potluck Thanksgiving gatherings, there’s always a good reason to be thankful around this time of year. We’re also seeing some BBQ contests, food festivals, and even a wine festival or two!
Houston BBQ Throwdown 2022!
Taste the Future of Houston Barbecue
The Houston Barbecue Festival and Saint Arnold Brewing Company announce the 6th annual Houston BBQ Throwdown! featuring 14 of Houston's best barbecue restaurants competing to create the next great barbecue dish that represents Houston-style barbecue.
Each ticket includes samples from each of the barbecue competition entries as well as Saint Arnold beer.
**To ensure the best possible experience for all guests, only a limited number of tickets will be made available for sale. Tickets sold out well in advance of the previous event - we encourage you to purchase tickets as soon as possible to ensure availability.**
**All tickets sold in advance online. No ticket sales at the door.**
Participating barbecue joints include (subject to change): Bar-A-BBQ, Brett's BBQ Shop, Daddy Duncan's BBQ, Dozier's BBQ, Firecraft BBQ (People's Choice winner from 2019), Harlem Road Texas BBQ, JQ's Tex Mex BBQ, Nomad Barbecue, Reveille BBQ, Roegels Barbecue Co, Smokin' Z's BBQ, Tejas Chocolate + BBQ, Texas Q, and The Pit Room.
Much like Kansas City-style barbecue is associated with “burnt ends” and Memphis-style is known for pork ribs, Houston-style barbecue will become known for dishes that incorporate the many diverse culinary influences of this “creole” city.
A blind judging process featuring barbecue experts from around Texas will pick a single winner from the entries. Current judges are Alison Cook, restaurant critic for the Houston Chronicle, owner/pitmaster Wayne Mueller of Louie Mueller Barbecue in Taylor, chef Michelle Wallace of Gatlin's BBQ and Gatlin's Fins & Feathers, owner/pitmaster Ronnie Killen of Killen's Barbecue, and Robert J. Lerma of Treaty Oak Distilling. There will also be a “People’s Choice” award in which guests can vote for their favorite dish.
**A very limited number of guest tickets will be sold.** $75 general admission includes Saint Arnold beer and samples of each barbecue joint’s competition dish. $130 VIP tickets also include access to the private Saint Arnold Investor’s Pub for viewing of the judge’s panel.
More information: festival@houbbq.com
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FAQs
What is the refund policy?
THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. Tickets are transferable.
Does the ticket include barbecue and beer?
YES. You do not need to pay anything additional for the barbecue and beer.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Adults must bring an ID to the event. You must be 21 years of age to consume beer. ONLY CHILDREN FIVE (5) YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER WILL BE ADMITTED FREE. CHILDREN SIX (6) YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER MUST PURCHASE A TICKET (this is because we want to ensure there is enough barbecue and space for all guests).
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes. Contact us at festival@houbbq.com and we will coordinate the transfer with you.
Can I take food home?
No. Coolers and containers for storing food are prohibited. All food must be consumed at the event.
Thank you for supporting Houston barbecue!
Date and Time
Sunday, November 20, 2022
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location
Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Lyons Avenue, Houston, TX, USA
Click here for more information!
Friendsgiving – Free Thanksgiving Dinner
FREE Thanksgiving Dinner. Open to the Public
This is an event FREE to the public. Come in your stilettos or slippers. We will serve food until we run out!! A special THANK YOU to @AdolphsBBQ for partnering with us to cook the turkeys!
Backstory....
As a teen, Vicky found herself homeless for a bit of time. It was lonely and a very difficult time in her life. She swore that if she made it out of that rut, she would do her best to help others from feeling the things she felt being alone and hungry on a special day. Thanksgiving is a day to be thankful, not alone or hungry. This has been an ongoing tradition for us since 1999. In years passed, there have been anywhere from 3 people to 200 people showing up. This year is a little extra special to us because we get to do it at a new location: THE CHAMELEON.
Who?
The public/anyone. We don't need to know you or your story. For all we know, you are showing up to avoid doing dishes at your house lol (JK!!). This is a joyous time for us and everyone is welcome here! What we do want is for you to come to enjoy food with us. We enjoy the company!!! You don't have to do the dishes or bring anything except yourself. You can come and kick up your feet and watch football or grab a to-go box and tuck and roll out of here. Either way, we are happy you could make it out!
What?
On the menu:
Ham
Turkey
Mashed potatoes
Homemade noodles
Green Beans and Corn
Stuffing (she cheats on the stuffing so don't get too excited!)
Gravy
Sourdough bread (homemade)
Variety of pies
So you coming or what? ? We can't wait to see you all!
(SHARING IS CARING. Please share this event to spread the word. Even if you aren't able to join us, you may be helping someone get a free warm meal just by sharing this post)
Date and Time
Thursday, November 24, 2022
12:00pm to 4:00pm
Location
319 W Willis St, Alvin, TX, USA
Click here for more information!
The 5th Annual Corpus Christi Food and Wine Festival at Heritage Park
The fifth annual Corpus Christi Food and Wine Festival at Heritage Park features food, live music, art, festive activities, and, of course, plenty of wine.
Welcome to the Corpus Christi Wine Festival
We are so happy to have you this year at the 5th annual Corpus Christi Food & Wine Festival. we hope you enjoy a relaxing day of sipping, shopping and dining while taking in beautiful downtown Corpus Christi. This event was designed to intertwine wine tasting, shopping, food and entertainment in a relaxing atmosphere for the enjoyment of Corpus Christi residents and visitors. We hope to see the wine festival evolve into a community tradition that improves the quality of life for our citizens and generates economic activity for local businesses. The Corpus Christi Food & wine Festival was created by a group of friends who share a love for wine and a passion for giving back to the community. In its 2016 inaugural year, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and the community, the Corpus Christi Wine Festival was able to give back to local organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Gulf Coast Humane Society and the NHI youth scholarship program. There are so many individuals and organizations that have contributed to helping make this festival possible. To each one of our sponsors, committee members, volunteers, family members, friends, vendors and community partners, we say "Thank you!. we hope you enjoy the festival and wish everyone a safe and enjoyable experience. Cheers!
Date and Time
Saturday, November 19, 2022
3:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Location
1581 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, United States
Click here for more information!
Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show
The IDEAg Amarillo Farm & Ranch show provides farmers and ranchers a place to network, learn and grow. We strive to bring together the best in agribusiness from across the Texas panhandle, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Kansas.
We carefully plan and organize an event with close to 500 exhibitors showcasing agricultural products, services and technologies. The IDEAg Amarillo Farm & Ranch show is a place to see the products up close and personal, attend classes and education sessions for CEU credits and to network with friends and neighbors to share ideas and help grow your family farm or ranch.
Come celebrate with us at the IDEAg Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show!
Date and Time
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Location
401 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX 79101, United States
Click here for more information!
Kemah Boardwalk – Fall Wine Fest 2022
KEMAH BOARDWALK AND 24 WINERIES INVITE YOU TO SPEND THE DAY SAMPLING OVER 72 WINES FROM THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST!
Join us at the Boardwalk and discover the fabulous and distinctive personalities of wines from the Pacific Northwest! The Pacific Northwest provides wine lovers with compelling options for dozens of grape varieties and blends.
$59.95 per person - advance tickets online
$54.95 - Landry's Select Club Members discount pricing + earn points! Check your LSC email for the discount promo code. Make sure to click the blue "Enter Promo Code" link when choosing your ticket option.
$54.95 - Military / First Responders / Teachers (to receive military, first responder and/or teacher discount, you must purchase tickets on-site the day of the event. Valid ID required at time of purchase for this discount. Valid for EMT, Firefighters, police.
$64.95 - Day of Event - must purchase on-site; LSC Members day-of tickets are $59.95
With a chance of rain in the area and knowing how weather is (and how it changes daily) – we have decided to add an enclosed tent with heaters in the plaza for everyone to enjoy the event without getting wet!
PACIFIC NORTHWEST WINERIES
14 Hands Winery | A to Z Wineworks | Acrobat Oregon Wines | Adelsheim | Argyle
Browne Family Vineyards | Charles Smith | Chateau Ste. Michelle | Chehalem
Columbia Winery | Erath | Goose Ridge | High Heaven Vintners | Hogue
House of Smith | King Estate | Long Shadows | Mercer | Nine Hats | Pacific Rim
Rex Hill | Seven Hills Winery | Sokol Blosser | Willamette Valley Vineyards
TICKETED WRISTBAND INCLUDES:
72 wine samples
Free wine glass (while supplies last)
Small bites from 6 restaurants: Landry's Seafood, Flying Dutchman, Saltgrass Steak House, Aquarium Restaurant, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co, Joe's Crab Shack and Burger Bar
Giveaways from vendors (while supplies last)
Landry's Select Club Members - Earn points for this event!
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT - IN THE EVENT PLAZA
Rapture 1 - 5 PM
The Outsiders 6 - 10 PM
BOARDWALK FANTASEA - WINE CRUISE / WINE FEST COMBO TICKET!
$114.99 Combo Ticket (per person) includes Wine Cruise and Wine Fest ticket
Enjoy great food and an exclusive wine tasting with our guest host
Cruising Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - approximately a 1.5 hour cruise
Boarding: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
RESERVE NOW: https://sales.boardwalkfantasea.com/Cruises/CruiseDetails.aspx?cruise=Wine_Fest_Cruise&schedule=11332
Note: you do not purchase your Wine Fest ticket for this combo through Eventbrite, you must visit the Boardwalk FantaSea website to purchase.
BOARDWALK INN - HOTEL DISCOUNT
Mention Wine Fest during booking to receive 10% off best available rate. Must call 281-334-9880 to reserve for this promotion. Discount valid 11/18 and 11/19 only.
Wine Fest Event Check-in will be in the Main Event Plaza (in the parking garage breezeway).
Wine & food tents will be located in the Main Event Plaza. With a chance of rain in the area and knowing how weather is (and how it changes daily) – we have decided to add an enclosed tent with heaters in the plaza for everyone to enjoy the event without getting wet!
Event is rain or shine. No refunds.
Must be 21 years of age to participate and present Valid ID at the time of check-in.
There is a charge for parking.
Amusement ride tickets are not included.
Date and Time
Saturday, November 19, 2022
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location
Kemah Boardwalk, Kipp Avenue, Kemah, TX, USA
Click here for more information!
Poinsettia Gala
Altrusia Foundation of Anderson County Presents 1st Annual Poinsettia Gala Benefitting Operation Read.
Come join us for an evening filled with fine food, wine and drinks, a silent auction and a fabulous guest speaker.
All proceeds benefit Palestine Operation Read Doors open at 5 PM Dinner Starts at 5:45 PM Palestine Senior Activity Center Main Auditorium $60 Each
For More Information: email: andersoncounty.altrusia@outlook.com
https://andersoncountyaltr.wixsite.com/website/general-8
Date and Time
Saturday, November 19, 2022
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
200 North Church Street, Palestine, TX 75801, USA
Click here for more information!
WINGSGIVING! – The Biggest Wingsday Ever! @ The Garden
#Wingsday is BACK for ONE NIGHT ONLY! Wednesday, Nov. 23rd, 2022 -- Thanksgiving Eve!
One of Dallas' best events of all-time comes back for ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
#WINGSDAY is back, this time at the all-new venue, The Garden in Design District!!!
The #1 Mid-week Kickback returns!!!!
Music by DJ Phife & DJ Trillion
$1 wings until 9pm! (min. of 5)
$5 Green Tea/White Tea/Vegas Bombs until 9pm
Hookah provided by Posh Hookahs
Date and Time
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Location
The Garden Dallas, 111 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas, Dallas, TX 75207, United States
Click here for more information!
THANKSGIVING Food Giveaway- Fort Worth
The community is welcome!! We will be giving away
Thanksgiving Food Boxes
Plus A FREE Turkey for every family!!!
FREE COVID TESTING
PAMPERS/BABY PRODUCTS
PLUS MORE....
RSVP YOUR BOX TODAY!!!
RSVP your box!
ONE BOX PER FAMILY
FIRST COME FIRST SERVED
Date and Time
Sun, Nov 20, 2022, 11:00 AM CST
Location
3134 Stalcup Rd 3134 Stalcup Road Fort Worth, TX 76119 United States
Click here for more information!
International Food Festival in Dallas
Join us for an array of foods from all over the world.
FOOD. RAFFLE DRAW. MUSIC. GAMES. PRIZES.
International Food Festival is a great opportunity for local businesses to showcase their food and catering services. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase.
So save the date.
Vendors can request availability and sign up by texting 214-971-5005
Text SPOT to 33222 for notifications of Upcoming FUN Events & Giveaways.
ARRANGE A PRIVATE EVENT
Elevate your next Corporate Event or Party (whether virtually or in-person, or a mix of both). Email office@pedwards.org or Call/Text 214-971-5005
Date and Time
Sunday, November 20, 2022
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location
3114 Swiss Ave, Dallas, TX 75204, United States
Click here for more information!
Thanksgiving Dinner “Franksgiving”
As Veterans who deployed multiple times, the owners of The Trailer Park are all too familiar with being away from family during holidays. This Thanksgiving you are invited to be a part of our family. We are hosting a free pot luck dinner for Veterans, single soldiers, families without families and anyone in the community who would like to join us.
The Trailer Park and our vendors will prepare the main dishes and we ask that our guest bring a side dish. The bar will be open for those who wish to enjoy an adult beverage. (No outside alcohol is permitted) We will open at 4pm and start serving about 4:30pm on Thanksgiving day. The Blockhouse in St. Hedwig has pledged to provide some Pimento Mac-n-Cheese and Butter Pecan cake.
Date and time
Thursday, November 24, 2022
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM CST
Location
The Trailer Park, 528 Farm to Market 1346, La Vernia, TX 78121, United States
