Thanksgiving Community Events In Las Vegas

Ready or not, the holidays are here. Thanksgiving is just one week away and the city of Las Vegas is already prepping for the holiday season. It's never too early to get into the spirit. If you aren't already, here are some fun things you can do with your family for Thanksgiving in Las Vegas.

Thanksgiving Turkey Shootout

Got game? Want to win a free turkey? Well then show up to the Stupak Community Center on 251 W Boston Ave on Monday, Nov. 20 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and toe the line. Competitors will shoot free throws in four age categories for a chance to win a free Thanksgiving turkey. Shooters will be separated into groups of youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Registration is not required for the event, but you must have a city of Las Vegas recreation pass to participate. If you're interested, call 702-229-2488.

Camps for kids

The Clark County School District will not hold classes for students at all during Thanksgiving week. If you're looking for a place to channel your child's energy, there are a number of camps running from Monday, Nov. 20 to Wednesday, Nov. 22 for children ages 5 through 11.

• Safekey Camp Thankful: This camp runs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Nov. 20-22 and costs $85 per child. The camp will take place at Lied Middle School. Children will take part in service projects as well as games and activities. Call 702-229-3399 for more information.
• East Las Vegas Thanksgiving Break Camp: This camp also runs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Nov. 20-22 at the East Las Vegas Community Center. The camp costs $45 per child. Call 702-229-1515 for more information.
• Mirabelli Thanksgiving Gobbler Camp: This camp runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 20-22 at the Mirabelli Community Center. The cost is $90 per child and the camp offers arts and crafts, sports, physical fitness, and games. Call 702-229-6359 for more information.

Las Vegas Bubble Run

This 5K run is a little different than what you'd normally expect in a race. Bubble Run is a company that does things a little differently when it comes to running. As the company says, a Bubble Run "is like running through Willy Wonka's factory."

Runners dress in all white and pass through stations along the way that coat them in colored foam. Racers start out looking like a clean napkin and end up looking like the refrigerator artwork of a 4-year old. Colors. Everywhere.

This Saturday, Nov. 18, the Las Vegas Valley hosts the latest one. The race starts at 8 a.m. at Sam Boyd Stadium on 7000 E Russell Road. The three-mile course starts at Sam Boyd and goes up and down Wiesner Way before finishing back at the stadium. Participation costs $50 and children 4 years old and under race for free. Click here for registration details for this year's Bubble Run.

Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot

More traditional runners can enjoy the Las Vegas Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving day. The annual Las Vegas race offers four different courses. Runners can compete in a half marathon (starting at 7:30 a.m.), a 12K course (starting 7:45 a.m.), a 5K course (starting 7:50 a.m.), or a one-mile course (starting 7:50 a.m.).

The course is outside of Las Vegas in Boulder City at the Historic Railroad Trailhead in Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The half marathon and 12K courses will take the scenic route, passing by the Hoover Dam.

It's a runner-friendly course, with minimal inclines and no vehicle traffic. The race is on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23. Registration ranges from $40-$100.

Wobble Before You Gobble

For those wanting to stay in the city and run on Thanksgiving, but not run all the way to the Hoover Dam, there's another option. The Wobble Before You Gobble 5K/1-mile run or walk race will take place Thanksgiving Day at Kellogg Zaher Park at 7901 W Washington, Ave. Click here for registration information.

Ward 5 Tree Lighting Celebration

The holiday tree lighting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. at Lorenzi Park on 3333 W Washington Ave. Refreshments and entertainment will also be available.

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