Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend
Thursday, November 25, 2021 - Saturday, November 27, 2021
Join us Thanksgiving weekend for a holiday full of special family activities.
Thursday, November 25
9am: 5k Turkey Vulture Trot
Give your metabolism a boost over Thanksgiving Weekend with our Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run! A portion of the proceeds will benefit North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. Learn More »
Thanksgiving Day Dinner To-Go (Must Order By Noon on Wednesday, November 24)
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings - without stepping foot in the kitchen! This meal will serve up to four people and will be hot and ready to take home. Sit back, relax and let us do all the work. Learn More »
Thanksgiving at the Thistle Pub and Grille
Feast on our delicious Thanksgiving special for either lunch or dinner! We'll have cider glazed MI turkey, rosemary mashed Yukon potatoes, Italian sausage stuffing, sea salt roasted green beans, cranberry cherry compote, plus traditional pan gravy. $24 per person.
Friday, November 26
2pm, 3pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $19 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
5pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 5pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
5 - 5:30pm: First Light Celebration
Santa will kick off the festivities at 5pm with a Horse Drawn Surrey ride down Crystal Mountain Drive starting from Kinlochen. He'll hop off at the Crystal Center and use his holiday magic to help us light our tree at 5:30pm sharp!
5:30 - 9pm: Holiday Trail Celebration
Enjoy a festive tour through Crystal’s quaint resort village. Each trail stop offers unique activities, plus food & beverage and retail sales. Get your “trail stop stamps” at five or more locations to receive a chance to win one of several great prizes! Starts at 5:30pm. Learn More »
5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person for ages 4+. Ages 3 and under ride free with a paying adult. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
Saturday, November 27
2pm, 3pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $19 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
3 - 4pm: Birds of Prey Program
Hosted by North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. This complimentary activity held at the Crystal Center gives guests an up-close experience with wildlife in a fun learning environment! Held at 3pm. Want to support the North Sky Raptor Sanctuary? Consider running in our annual Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and Fun Run !
5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person for ages 4+. Ages 3 and under ride free with a paying adult. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
6:30pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 6:30pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water's Edge, 888-968-7686 ext. 7000.
WAIVERS
To participate in this activity, you must fill out an On-Site Recreation and Special Events Waiver. Fill Out My Waivers Online »