Thanksgiving at Kiawah
Year-after-year, families have made Kiawah Island Golf Resort the host of their favorite holiday traditions. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather on the island with friends and loved ones as the resort rings in the festive season with lavish banquets, epicurean experiences in our restaurants, and home-cooked meals to enjoy in your vacation rental, without any of the effort–a true foodie paradise.
Additionally, our temperate climate invites guests to enjoy myriad activities for all ages around the resort. From biking on our beach to improv comedy, arts and crafts, and a Thanksgiving morning Turkey Trot fun run, there is much to be thankful for on Kiawah Island during the holiday season.
Check back soon for our full 2026 Thanksgiving programming, including updated events, dining options, and holiday activities.
Grand Oaks Ballroom
Join us for a culinary creation on Thanksgiving Day. A lavish banquet will be at your fingertips, and live entertainment will enhance your meal. Browse the numerous culinary stations throughout the ballroom, featuring seafood displays, live chef stations, holiday meats, and other traditional favorites. Sample the wine menu and finish your experience with decadent chocolates and pastries.
Heron Room
While you savor the grand buffet in the Grand Oaks Ballroom, your little ones can enjoy a Thanksgiving celebration of their own in the adjacent Heron Room. This special event features a kid-friendly buffet, festive games, arts and crafts, and plenty of delicious treats to make the day unforgettable.
Enjoy the comfort of a hot, home-cooked meal without lifting a finger. Our Villa Banquet team prepares a mouthwatering menu of holiday favorites, ready for carry-out. Leave the cooking to us and savor more time with your loved ones.
Select from our classic Apple Crumble, Pumpkin, or Pecan, each crafted with flaky, golden pastry to complement any holiday table. Every pie is beautifully packaged in a holiday box and ready for easy pickup, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating.
Celebrate at our annual Thanksgiving Mingo Point Oyster Roast & BBQ and enjoy an authentic Lowcountry experience. Indulge in a riverside oyster roast and an all-you-can-eat buffet of Southern BBQ specialties highlighting holiday favorites.
Check back soon for our full 2026 Thanksgiving activity schedule.
Thanksgiving Day
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s annual Turkey Trot. Begin your holiday morning on the beach with a one-mile walk/run or a 5K, welcoming families, beginners, and competitive runners. Enjoy a festive start to the day.
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