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Gather Together at The Lodge at Primland

At Thanksgiving, Primland becomes your home away from home, celebrating all the traditional holiday activities. Bask in the breathtaking fall foliage of the Blue Ridge Mountains during a family hike and sip artfully crafted autumnal cocktails by the fire. Watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade in the Lodge Theater and gather at Leatherflower, our signature restaurant, for a prix fixe feast.

  • November 25-28, 2026

Thanksgiving Itinerary

Join us Wednesday, November 25 - Saturday, November 28

Wednesday, November 25

  • 11AM-3PM | Harvest Season Hayrides – Relish in harvest season with a cozy hay-filled tractor-drawn hayride, taking in the spectacle of fall foliage in Southern Appalachia. 

    Complimentary | Tours available every hour

    Reservations recommended | Inquire at [email protected]

  • 3-4:30PM | Bourbon and the Blue Ridge – Delve into the fascinating history of bourbon in Appalachia while learning to make three delicious bourbon cocktails.

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  • 4-6PM | Thanksgiving Great Hall Gathering – Join us in the Lodge’s Great Hall for live music and cocktails ahead of Thanksgiving. 

    Complimentary | Cocktails available for purchase

Thursday, November 26 | Thanksgiving Day

  • 8:30AM -12PM | Thanksgiving Day Parade – Experience the magic of the Thanksgiving Day Parade from the comfort of Primland’s Lodge in the theater. 

    Complimentary

  • 4-6PM | Moonshine Tales – Savor Moonshine cocktails and flights, learn about the rich history of the moonshine trade, which was active on Primland’s land, and learn from our homegrown storytellers about a central part of Appalachian culture while enjoying live Bluegrass music.

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  • 3-7PM | Thanksgiving Feast – Gather for a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Leatherflower to savor exquisite seasonal dishes.

    Prix fixe menu with family-style sides

    Reservations required | Reserve

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Friday, November 27

  • 10:30-11:30AM | Nature Walk & Talk – Explore a natural Eden on foot with our resident Naturalist. 

    Complimentary

  • 11AM – 5PM | Laurel Bar – Enjoy a fresh take on clubhouse favorites while cheering on your favorite football team and sipping Primland’s signature Southern Old Fashioned.

  • 8:30PM or 9:30PM | Stargazing –Marvel at the stars above from Primland’s fully equipped observatory as the resort’s astronomers guide you through the constellations.

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Saturday, November 28

  • 9-11AM | Guided RTV Excursion – Discover panoramas that showcase the natural beauty of the Appalachian region on a morning RTV adventure.

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