Howdy, folks! As the Lone Star State gears up for a feast of turkey and stuffing, I’ve scoured the plains and cities to bring you ten Thanksgiving celebrations that’ll have you gobbling with glee.
Whether you’re looking to trot through the heart of Texas or feast like royalty, these events promise a cornucopia of fun. So buckle up your cowboy boots and polish that Stetson as we journey through Texas’ most unique Thanksgiving festivities!
1. H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade — Houston
Nothing kicks off Thanksgiving quite like the H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade in Houston. Imagine floats as colorful as a Texas sunset and marching bands that could wake a sleeping armadillo. Each year, the streets of downtown Houston burst to life with a parade that’s as big as the Texas sky.
Families gather early to snag the best spots along the route, eyes wide with anticipation. Kids cheer as balloons of enormous proportions bob overhead, while grown-ups hum along to the tunes filling the air. It’s a spectacle that brings community spirit and a pinch of magic to the heart of Houston…