Thurs. November 22

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thursday, November 22

• Where: Waterfront, Spirit of Jefferson
  What: Thanksgiving cruise
  Celebrate the holiday with your family and friends on the riverboat Spirit of Jefferson, and, best of all, we’ll provide a traditional meal and do the cleaning up afterward!
  When: Boarding for this Spirit of Jefferson cruise begins at 12:30pm, departs at 1:00pm and disembarks at 3:00pm
  Fee: $44.00. Call for reservations, or purchase tickets ON LINE.
  

• Where: Churchill Downs, Louisville
  What: Thanksgiving
  Thanksgiving Day at Churchill Downs has been a Louisville tradition since 1969. More than 7,000 turkey dinners with all the trimmings - the largest number anywhere in the region - will be served on Thursday, Nov. 22 and fans will enjoy 12 races beginning early at 11:30 a.m. and topped by the 97th running of the Grade II, $150,000 Falls City Handicap. Dining packages includes admission, a racing program, reserved seat and a scrumptious Thanksgiving feast. Menu items (served from 10 a.m. until "Call to the Post" for the second to last race) are highlighted by roasted turkey breast with cranberry sauce and giblet gravy; country baked ham with spicy mustard and cranberry-apricot chutney; candied sweet potatoes; green bean casserole with mushrooms and fried onions; cornbread dressing; macaroni and cheese; whipped potatoes; bountiful fruit; mixed green salad; breakfast breads; and seasonal desserts.
  When: Gates: 10AM, First Post: 11:30AM
  Fee: Dining packages range from $59 to $67 ($26 for children 4-12 and free for children 3 and under)
  More Info: churchilldowns.com