Thanksgiving Week Guide
2024, Texas Hill Country, Austin, and Marble Falls, TX area
Come experience the magic of Thanksgiving week. You'll find gorgeous weather, apple cider, wide-open spaces, leisurely time to disconnect, and plenty of fun activities. Read on for our top picks of fall activities happening during Thanksgiving week, November 21-30, near Marble Falls and Lago Vista to compliment your Texas hill country glamping experience at Talula Mesa Glamping Resort.
For Thanksgiving month activities, click here, and for holiday season activities, click here.
We also created local activity guides for spring, summer, fall, and winter glamping near the Austin hill country.
Additional guides: on wildflowers, family-friendly activities, and dog-friendly glamping.
Pumpkin Glamping
Nov 1-30
Immerse yourself in fall magic at Talula Mesa Glamping Resort all November long. The tents
are decorated with loads of fairytale pumpkins and mums, creating an adorable, picture-perfect fall atmosphere. Then on December 1, get ready for our annual lighting of the tents for Christmas season, which will last through the new year.
Thanksgiving Week Activities
01
Pumpkins, Corn Maze, Goats, Flower Fields, and more at Sweet Berry Farm
Sweet Berry Farm offers an extravaganza of fall activities. Feed the goats, conquer the fall corn maze, buy pumpkins and gourds, or marvel at the endless varieties and photo ops. A favorite destination for families who come glamping with us, there are tons of games, rides, and fall treats.
- 25 minutes away -
02
Shop local for Christmas, Nov 22
Merry & Pink is a night of local shopping on Main Street in Marble Falls, TX including special discounts, raffle giveaways, small bites, and drinks at all of your favorite local boutiques, showcasing festive merchandise adorned in cheerful pink decor. Merry & Pink lifts local businesses owned by women, like Talula Mesa Glamping Resort. Go shop! and support our fellow female entrepreneurs.
03
Lux Apple Cider
A guest favorite! Create an apple cider masterpiece right in your glamping tent. We'll set up everything for you: Apple cider, electric kettle for warming, whipped cream, cinnamon sticks, whole star anise, caramel drizzle, dried apple and orange slices, cinnamon powder, and more.
$35, Makes 4.
$50 for the Boozy version, which includes your choice of mini bottles of rum, bourbon, Baileys, or Kahlua.
04
Marble Falls Ice Rink
Marble Falls knocks it out of the park with this one... the best popup ice rink around. Experience the magic of a Texas snow day—even if the weather’s still stuck in summer mode. In addition to ice skating, they have ICE BUMPER CARS. Need we say more?
05
Tuesday Farmers' Market, Nov 26
Downtown Marble Falls, TX, 4-7 p.m. Thanksgiving week.
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You'll discover all kinds of local, yummy treats and gifts. This isn't a big city market; this is small-town charm.
06
Christmas Movie at Adele's Nov 27
Cuddle up in our lounge with one of their famous espresso martinis and re-live childhood memories with a classic Christmas Movie on the big screen at Adele's restaurant in Marble Falls.
Wednesday, Nov 22, 8 p.m.
07
Underwater Marvels at the Science Mill in Johnson City.
Dive into the depths of the ocean this Thanksgiving break at the Science Mill! Learn about bioluminescence, the science behind submarines, and the different ocean zones from November 23 to December 1.
08
Seasonal Brews & Football
All of the local breweries offer seasonal specials and great food. And if you *must* watch fall football during your glamping getaway, these breweries are the place to be.
Our favorites:
Bear King Brewing Co - Marble Falls
Double Horn Brewing Co - Marble Falls
Save The World Brewing Co - Marble Falls
Lago Vista Brewing Co - Lago Vista
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09
Live Music
This list isn't complete, but these are the ones we know of so far, offering live music nearby:
Lucky Rabbit Bar & Grill, 11/22
Adele's, 11/21, 22, 23
Double Horn Brewing, 11/23
Putters & Gutters, 11/30, Dylan Wheeler
Rae's Rbar & Grill often has live music.
And let's not forget Luckenbach, TX. It's a bit of a drive, but it's worth it. Music daily during Thanksgiving week. Calendar here.
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10
Walkway of Lights & Santa Land, 11/22-1/4
Marble Falls lights up the riverside park each year with the charming Walkway of Lights and Santa Land at LakeSide Park. On weekends, you'll find Santa there in his workshop. Take your pup! Details here.
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Shop for Your Pup
Hosted by the cutest pet shop in Marble Falls, Waggers & Swaggers. Store-wide sales, free dog bandana with purchase, dog mama freebies. Free Doggo treats, human sips and snacks. Pinkmas wishes come true!
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And bring your pup glamping with you! Did you know Talula Mesa Glamping Resort recently started welcoming dogs? See our FAQ page for details.
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Patio Weather
Hallelujah, patio weather! Enjoy one of many area restaurants or food trucks with charming patios. Our favorites include:
EASTBOUND
Flat Creek Winery - disc golf, great food & wines, live music, tastings, tours
Lago Vista Food Truck Park - yum!
Lucky Rabbit - live music, yard games
WESTBOUND
Bear King Brewery - great food, beer wine
Double Horn Brewing
Save the World Brewing
River City Grille - right on the water
Local Eats - food truck on 281
Bay View Restaurant & Bar
Perissos Winery
13
Friendsgiving Menu at Sips on Second
Sips on Second is a sleek, chic, speakeasy craft-cocktail bar in Marble Falls. We're sure you'll love their Thanksgiving menu.
14
Take Flight
Fall is the season for outdoor adventure. Near Talula Mesa Glamping Resort you'll find hang gliding, paragliding, and powered trikes at Fly Texas.
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Get Out and Hike
Now that the scorching temps have disappeared, it's the perfect time to get out and hike a bit. We're lucky to be located very near the Balcones Canyonland National Wildlife Refuge, which offers miles and miles of scenic hikes, some shaded, some out in the open with wide-open vistas over the hill country, and one hike with a sunset deck.
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Free Kayaking & SUP
Fall is great kayaking weather. Our glamping guests are welcome to borrow our paddleboards and kayaks for a paddle on Lake Travis, which can be accessed just 2 minutes down the road at Turkey Bend Recreation Area.