Thanksgiving is just around the corner and a wonderful time to bring the family together without the work of hosting at home. Several upscale resorts around the country are creating special Thanksgiving experiences for families including a great meal, activities and more. Here are a few worth considering:

• Mohonk Mountain House, New York from November 25–29, 2026
Just a few hours from New York City, Mohonk Mountain House offers a traditional family Thanksgiving surrounded by the beautiful Hudson Valley. The holiday program is all-inclusive with all meals and many family activities and adventures included. Plus movie nights, live entertainment, indoor pool, tennis, spa and many other resort activities.

• Pinehurst Resort, North Carolina from November 25–29, 2026
Pinehurst offers a Thanksgiving program with activities for all ages, including a family game room, afternoon tea and cookies, live music, fireside s’mores, an Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt and other holiday activities.  Breakfast and dinner each day is also included. A golf package is also available.

• C Lazy U Ranch, Colorado from November 20-25, 2026
The ranch’s popular Thanksgiving package is sold out, but they are offering a pre-holiday package with a minimum 3-night stay.  Activities include horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking and wagon rides outdoor along with an indoor riding arena, archery, gym, spa and more.