Are you ready to gobble up some holiday fun? Look no further! This Thanksgiving guide will help you stuff your schedule with delicious meals and exciting events in and around Corona, California. From traditional turkey dinners to basketball tournaments, we’ve got something for everyone. So loosen your belt and get ready for a feast of festivities!
Corona Youth Thanksgiving Camp: Because Kids Need a Break From Family Too
Location: The Draft Sports Complex, Corona
Date: November 25 – 27, 2024
Got kids? Want a break from them before the big day? The Corona Youth Thanksgiving Camp at The Draft Sports Complex has got you covered. For three glorious days, your little turkeys can burn off energy and learn about gratitude while you prep for the feast or enjoy some peace. It’s a win-win situation: they’ll be too tired to fight over the wishbone, and you’ll be thankful for the alone time.
Fancy Feast: Thanksgiving 3-Course at Fleming’s
Location: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Fashion Island, Newport Beach
Date: November 28, 2024
If you’re willing to drive about 40 miles west to Newport Beach, you can trade your stretchy pants for something fancy at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Their 3-course Thanksgiving meal is perfect for those who want to feel classy while still stuffing their faces. Plus, you can blame any food coma on the long drive home.
Give Back Before You Give Thanks: 2024 Eat & Be Well Thanksgiving Event
Location: Central City Park
Date: November 27, 2024
Want to feel good about yourself before you devour an entire pumpkin pie? Head to the Eat & Be Well Thanksgiving Event at Central City Park. It’s a chance to help those less fortunate and rack up some karma points before your inevitable food-induced coma. Who knows, maybe it’ll cancel out the calories from that second (or third) helping of mashed potatoes.
Early Bird Gets the Worm… Er, Turkey: Thanksgiving Breakfast
Location: Rancho Cucamonga (about 15 miles north of Corona)
Date: November 16, 2024
Can’t wait until Thanksgiving Day? Neither can the folks in Rancho Cucamonga. Their Thanksgiving Breakfast on November 16 is perfect for those who believe turkey should be an all-month affair. It’s also great practice for the main event—think of it as a dress rehearsal for your stomach.
DIY Turkey: For the Brave and Hungry
Now, if you’re brave enough to tackle the turkey, we have a hot tip for you. There’s a recipe for a “Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey” that’s supposedly foolproof. We can’t give you the details (that would be cheating), but let’s just say it involves a secret ingredient that’ll make your bird so moist that you’ll think it took a dip in the pool. Intrigued? You should be. But you’ll have to look it up yourself – we believe in you!
Bonus Tips for a Corona Thanksgiving
- If you’re dining outside, look for the local wildlife. Corona’s raccoons have sophisticated palates and aren’t above crashing your party for cranberry sauce.
- Take a post-meal walk around one of Corona’s beautiful parks. It’s a great way to avoid doing dishes and to make room for dessert.
- If you’re hosting, remember that Corona has noise ordinances. Your uncle’s political rants might be considered a public disturbance after 10 PM.
- Support local Corona businesses by picking up some last-minute supplies or treats. It’s like economic stimulus but with pie.
- If all else fails and your turkey ends up more “charcoal” than “golden brown,” Corona has plenty of restaurants that would be happy to save your Thanksgiving. Just remember to make reservations early – you’re not the only one who can’t cook.
Whether you’re a Corona local or just passing through, this Thanksgiving guide has something for everyone. From youth camps to fancy dinners and volunteer opportunities to home-cooked disasters, you’re sure to find a way to celebrate that will make you truly thankful.
Just remember: calories don’t count on holidays, elastic waistbands are your friends, and there’s always room for one more slice of pie. Happy Thanksgiving, Corona!
Sources: opengympremier.com, allrecipes.com, flemingssteakhouse.com, eventbrite.com
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