Thanksgiving

Is Hialeah one of the worst places to celebrate Thanksgiving? The Gonzalez family says, ‘No way!’

Hialeah is ranked one of the worst places to spend Thanksgiving, according to finance website Wallet Hub.

For 10 years, business owner has been hosting ‘ big friendsgivings’ at his home in Miami-Dade

About a decade ago, Matthew Hicks decided to host a “friendsgiving,” and it has grown into an event he calls the “Land of Misfit Toys Thanksgiving Extravaganza.”

Volunteers serve Thanksgiving meals to first responders in Miami-Dade

Rachel Newman said she was grateful this Thanksgiving. She was among the volunteers who shared their gratitude with first responders.

High demand for Thanksgiving meal giveaways in South Florida

Law enforcement agencies from across Miami-Dade County showed up to collect their share of a large amount of donated, uncooked Thanksgiving turkeys.

Thanksgiving-related travel kicks off with record highs expected

Thanksgiving is on Thursday, and this year officials expect more domestic travelers than usual.

Residents of Pembroke Park, West Park grateful for annual Thanksgiving meal giveaways

South Florida knows how to step up when residents are hurting.

Twist the Tradition: 10 Bold Thanksgiving Dishes That Break the Mold

Thanksgiving may be rooted in tradition, but 2025’s culinary trends prove that innovation is on the menu.

Sunrise dance team selected for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade

The dancers at Encore Dance Theatre don’t need much more than music to get moving — and now their energy is taking them all the way to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Fort Lauderdale turkey giveaway helps families ahead of Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving approaches, families in Fort Lauderdale lined up early Thursday morning to receive turkeys and groceries during a holiday giveaway.

Up for debate: Is Black Friday or Cyber Monday the better deal?

With Thanksgiving next week, the holiday shopping season is quickly approaching, and shoppers are weighing which deals offer the best value: Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Hundreds in need attend Thanksgiving food giveaway event in Miami-Dade

Hundreds of people in need waited patiently for their turn to receive a gift bag with Thanksgiving Day food on Friday morning in Miami-Dade County’s West Little River neighborhood.

Traveling for Thanksgiving in Florida? Here’s what to expect

Thanksgiving is the season to enjoy quality time with friends and family, and share laughs and a delicious dinner. But flying to see your loved ones during this holiday period can be hard if not pre-planned.

Reimagining Thanksgiving: The International Students’ Guide to Friendsgiving

While Thanksgiving isn’t celebrated in most parts of the world, living in the U.S. during the holiday inspires many international students to make their own version of it.

Miami commissioner Joe Carollo hosts Thanksgiving food giveaway at loanDepot Park

More families across South Florida are getting help to ensure they have food for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving turkey giveaway turns into a celebration in Miami Gardens

Dade County Federal Credit Union employees turned a Thanksgiving event into a celebration on Tuesday in Miami Gardens.

Miami Gardens police chief trades tickets for turkeys in holiday traffic stop effort

With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, a Miami Gardens police chief stepped in for traffic enforcement Friday — but with a holiday twist.

Prepare for an expensive Thanksgiving

It’s near the holiday season, as Thanksgiving is only weeks away. A time when family and friends gather and express their gratitude for one another. However, behind all the excitement and joy, some expenses hit.

Pork vs. Turkey: A Miami Thanksgiving tradition with Cuban flair

In Miami, Thanksgiving takes on a uniquely flavorful twist.

Miami International Airport braces for another record Thanksgiving rush

Thanksgiving is around the corner, but you wouldn’t know it from the palm trees outside Miami International Airport. The weather feels the same, the cafecito lines are still long and the only sign the holidays are coming is the slow-moving security line that wraps around the terminal.

POV: You’re hosting Thanksgiving in 1984

Take a look back at what hosting Thanksgiving looked like back in 1984.

Here is a list of the few supermarkets opening on Thanksgiving in South Florida

Here is a list of supermarkets open on Thanksgiving in South Florida:

Holiday travelers face parking challenges at FLL

Travelers heading to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport this holiday season should brace for potential parking challenges as garages fill up quickly amid a busy travel period.

South Florida expected to see warm, dry weather through Thanksgiving weekend

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, South Floridians can look forward to seasonally warm and dry weather, perfect for outdoor festivities and travel.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade plans to debut 7 spectacular new floats

Macy's Thanksgiving parade plans to debut 7 spectacular new floats.

Marlins host annual Thanksgiving meal giveaway

The Miami Marlins held their annual Thanksgiving giveaway on Friday at loanDepot park.

Miami Heat celebrate Thanksgiving early by giving back to community

The Miami Heat turned their focus to giving back, teaming up with their community outreach team for the 33rd annual Thanksgiving celebration at the Miami Rescue Mission on Thursday.

Day of Giving: Manna Share-A-Meal needs non-perishable food donations ahead of Thanksgiving

Louise Gigliotti is a lead volunteer at Manna Share-A-Meal.The nonprofit organization has helped people in need in South Florida for over three decades.

Miami mayor expresses optimism over newly elected officials at Thanksgiving Day feast for homeless

With the help of volunteers and donors, the Camillus House has been serving a Thanksgiving Day feast for Miami’s homeless community for 63 years.

South Floridians lace up their sneakers for Tamarac Turkey Trot

Thousands of South Floridians were up early on Thanksgiving in Tamarac to break a sweat before the big meal.

Plan ahead: Thanksgiving-related travel traffic is highest on Wednesday, Sunday, feds warn

Thanksgiving Day eve travel was going smoothly on Wednesday afternoon at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and at Miami International Airport.

Volunteers in Broward deliver hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to families of children with special needs

Hundreds of dedicated volunteers were out once again this year to park their cars and pop their trunks.

Miami Heat dish out meals to 600 families during 32nd annual Thanksgiving celebration

Miami Heat players did more than dish out baskets on Wednesday. The organization hosted its 23rd annual Heat Thanksgiving Celebration and assisted over 600 underprivileged families.

Biden starts Thanksgiving Day celebrations early before departing to Nantucket

During a Thanksgiving traditional ceremony at the White House South Lawn, President Joe Biden will pardon two turkeys on Monday and later celebrate a Friendsgiving dinner with military families in Cherry Point, North Carolina.

Miami Marlins hand out 1,000 meals, turkeys for 14th annual Thanksgiving distribution

With the holiday spirit in full effect, the Miami Marlins are making sure 1000 families have something on the table for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving travel: Pack your patience at South Florida airports

The long lines have already formed inside Miami International Airport, as Thanksgiving travel is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels.

Turkey giveaway helps Miami families this Thanksgiving

People lined up Wednesday at Grapeland Park to receive free turkeys as part of a distribution event put together by the office of Commissioner Alex Díaz de la Portilla.

Thankgiving Day prep: About 300 families benefit from food giveaway in Overtown

Carrying on with Alonzo “Zo” Mourning’s annual 33 Thanksgiving tradition, volunteers distributed food on Tuesday at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami.

Thanksgiving Day safety: Fire Rescue shares prevention tips

Experts with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ask cooks to never thaw their turkey by leaving it out on the counter because bacteria can grow rapidly.

Holiday grinches steal ‘village’ fridge in Liberty City

Miami police officers are searching for a devious Thanksgiving Grinch after a refrigerator that was meant to help feed the poor vanished in Liberty City.

Salvation Army in Broward prepares hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to go

Camillus House resident on Thanksgiving: ‘This is a safe haven’

Volunteers were up early and working at the Camillus House to serve the poor and the homeless on Thanksgiving in Miami-Dade County.

Some food retailers avoid indoor crowds to safely keep up with demand for turkeys

South Florida airports busy as people head out for holiday in spite of warnings

Despite the warnings of avoiding air travel, South Florida airports were filling up this weekend for people heading out for Thanksgiving.

Founder of South Beach Wine and Food Festival offering Thanksgiving feast, with all proceeds helping local hospitality workers

The hospitality industry has been hit especially hard by the coronavirus pandemic, but now the organizers of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival are reaching out to help and provide delicious holiday meals at the same time.