Thanksgiving in Napa Valley: Where to Eat + 2025 Tree Lighting Events

Thanksgiving week in Napa Valley is one of the most festive times of the season, with incredible places to eat, holiday menus, and community tree lightings happening throughout the valley. Whether you're visiting for the long weekend or enjoying a staycation, here are the top spots to dine and the tree lighting events you won’t want to miss.

🦃 Where to Dine on Thanksgiving in Napa Valley

NAPA

Silverado Resort and Spa 

SOLD OUT - Their annual Thanksgiving Buffet is hosted in the Mansion Ballroom and on the Fairway Deck starting at 11am. Offerings include traditional Thanksgiving dishes, including a turkey & prime rib carving station, butter poached Maine lobster, a decadent raw seafood bar and plenty of sides and desserts. 

If you prefer to enjoy a feast in the comfort of your Silverado Resort suite or at home, order the Family Style Thanksgiving To-Go Dinner , serving 6 people for $200. This is an exclusive offer to Silverado Members, Owners, and Resort Guests. Member discounts do not apply to holiday events.

Carneros Resort and Spa

Indulge in an exquisite multi-course family-style Thanksgiving Feast at FARM thoughtfully crafted to highlight traditional favorites with a unique seasonal twist, all sourced from the resort's very own culinary garden. Elevate your experience with optional wine pairings for an unforgettable holiday celebration. Children’s menu available. $145 per Person, plus tax and gratuity. Celebrate with family and friends amidst the beauty of autumn in Napa Valley.

Alternatively, enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Boon Fly Café for a cozy and delicious Thanksgiving celebration. Enjoy their regular menu along with a special three-course tasting menu, thoughtfully curated for the holiday. An à la carte children’s menu will also be available, making it a perfect place for a family gathering. Dinner reservations are available, and brunch is available for walk-in service. $75 per person, wine pairings are an additional $25. All prices are subject to tax and gratuity.

Looking to enjoy Thanksgiving at Home? Bring Carneros flavor home with MARKET’s gourmet Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go offerings. Choose a full turkey dinner for six or our “All the Fixings” package to complement your own centerpiece. Complete your meal with curated wine selections and handcrafted desserts. Pre-order by November 21 for pick-up on November 26 and savor the holiday with effortless elegance. 

The Meritage Resort and Spa 

The Meritage Resort serves a lavish Thanksgiving Day brunch buffet featuring made-to order omelets, a chilled seafood display and carving stations with smoked turkey and hot honey-glazed ham. A grand finale of decadent desserts includes pumpkin pie and pecan tarts. They serve from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the last seating at 3 p.m. The cost is $135 for ages 14+, $50 for ages 4-13, and free for ages 3 and under. Ember Steak at the Meritage serves a Thanksgiving dinner for $95. 

Angèle Restaurant & Bar 

Angele will feature a three-course, Provençal Thanksgiving Prix Fixe from noon to 6:45pm for $145 per person (plus 23% service charge per table). 

La Toque 

La Toque, located in the Westin near downtown Napa, will host its 28th annual four-course Thanksgiving feast and feature free-range turkey slowroasted in a Combi ovens and, as an added bonus, everyone will go home with Chef Ken Frank’s famous “leftover” turkey sandwiches. They will have staggered seatings between 1 and 5 p.m. It costs $135++. Optional wine pairings for the three savory courses is an additional $75++. For children 10 and under a three-course menu is $75++ per child.

Charlie Palmer at Archer Hotel

Charlie Palmer Steak in the Archer Hotel is offering a three-course Thanksgiving Dinner featuring butternut squash soup, fresh salads full of local produce and herb-roasted turkey for $125.

Napa Valley Wine Train

Offering two exclusive Thanksgiving experiences to enjoy, from a laid-back lunch in our gourmet express journey to sweeping autumn views in our elevated Vista Dome, there’s no shortage of delicious cuisine and quality time on this seasonal adventure. Both experiences include a 3.5-hour trip where you will take in the stunning gold, saffron, and crimson colored fall scenery of Napa Valley. The Vista Dome experience is a multi-course Thanksgiving-inspired feast that kicks off with a welcoming glass of bubbles whereas the Gourmet Express offers an a-la-carte Thanksgiving meal.

Bear at Stanley Ranch

Bear at Stanly Ranch serves a Thanksgiving four-course prix fixe menu, with a choice of appetizers and entrées. 

YOUNTVILLE

Lucy Restaurant & Bar at Bardessono

Lucy Restaurant at Bardessono marries seasonal ingredients and wine country flavors for a Thanksgiving meal from 5:30 to 9 p.m. $150 per person.

Clementine

Savor seasonal flavors this Thanksgiving Day at Clementine from 11am to 7pm. This year’s three-course feast invites guests to slow down and savor the holiday with dishes such as Roasted Heirloom Kabocha Squash Soup and Petaluma Turkey, prepared with vibrant, local ingredients. The entire menu is gluten-free, and all vegetarian options can be made vegan upon request, ensuring an inclusive dining experience. Seatings are offered at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM. $125 per person.

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil  

Gather in Napa Valley for a special Thanksgiving holiday. Whether staying for the weekend or simply assembling your Thanksgiving feast get-together in The Restaurant, make lifelong memories with family and friends at Auberge du Soleil. Executive Chef Robert Curry will be offering a four-course menu featuring traditional favorites including apple-radicchio winter salad, Willie Bird roast turkey with quince stuffing and fairytale pumpkin cheesecake. It is available from noon to 9 p.m. for $195 per person plus tax and gratuities at reserve.

Brix Restaurant and Garden

Brix Restaurant and Gardens serves a special Thanksgiving Dinner featuring roasted heritage turkey breast, Kelleher braised short-rib, short smoked Loch Duart salmon, or honey roasted mini-pumpkin sea bass with seasonal sides featuring produce from the on-site garden and a trio of miniature desserts. $109 per person, Children 12 and under $45, Children under 3 are free.

The Restaurant at North Block

The Restaurant at North Block celebrates Thanksgiving with a family-style prix fixe feast for $145. Chef Juan Cabrera’s menu features elevated holiday classics, from Mary’s roasted turkey with all the trimmings to Snake River Farms prime rib, handmade pasta and decadent seasonal desserts.   

ST. HELENA

Forum at Meadowood

Forum at Meadowood offers a traditional Thanksgiving feast by executive chef Alejandro Ayala. This year’s four-course celebration includes two courses served individually, followed by traditional Thanksgiving favorites served family-style for the main course, and dessert to end the meal. The team has selected wine pairings to complement this bounty. 12:00 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dinner is $135 per person or $75 per child, ages 4-12. Estate Wine Pairing is an additional $75.

Harvest Table

Harvest Table serves a three-course Thanksgiving feast beginning with family-style starters and warm house-baked rolls. Main courses include roasted organic turkey breast and sides served family-style with a pumpkin tart finale. Dinner is $95.

Violetto at Alila

Violetto at Alila Napa Valley serves a Thanksgiving six-course dinner. Your evening begins with elegant amuse-bouche of Smoked Trout Roe Tartlet and Truffle Toast, setting the tone for a culinary journey through dishes such as Badger Flame Beets with prosciutto and aged balsamic, Smoked Black Cod with chanterelles and parsnip, and a decadent Forged Mushroom Risotto. The feast continues with our signature Turkducken accompanied by cranberry mostarda and brassica, and concludes on a sweet note with Apple Galette, whipped Bellwether ricotta, and Pumpkin Pâte de Fruit. Seatings from 4:00pm–8:00pm, $175 Per Person, $105 Optional Wine Pairing. Reserve.

CALISTOGA

Lovina

Lovina will serve a Thanksgiving supper from 12-8pm for $89 per person as well as a limited à la carte menu. The star is the herb-brined, slow-roasted Mary's organic turkey complemented by wild mushroom bisque, fresh cranberry sauce, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, haricots verts and organic sweet potatoes. Dessert is Lovina’s specialty heirloom pumpkin tres leches cake with whipped coconut cream.

Evangeline

Evangeline serves a 3-course Thanksgiving dinner from 3 to 8:30 p.m. for $75 per person with a main course of a classic turkey Thanksgiving dinner. The regular menu will also be available for a la carte dining.

Sam's Social Club at Indian Springs

Sam's Social Club at Indian Springs offer a prix fixe dinner for Thanksgiving. Chef Karen Martin and her team present a traditional feast with a wine country twist. 

Solbar

Solbar offers a Thanksgiving prix fixe menu featuring holiday favorites from 1 to 9 p.m. featuring Solbar's Parker House rolls and butternut squash velouté to roasted turkey served alongside whipped potatoes and sausage stuffing with rich turkey gravy.  The cost is $150 for adults and $70 for children 10 years and younger. A limited a la carte menu will be offered alongside the Thanksgiving prix fixe and gluten-free options are available upon request with advance notice.

Truss Restaurant + Bar at Four Seasons Resort

Truss Restaurant + Bar at Four Seasons Resort offers a three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving feast featuring wine country twists on holiday classics from 12-8 p.m. for $155. Children ages 5-12 are $60 per person & dinner is complimentary for children ages 4 and under.

Thanksgiving Week Holiday Tree Lightings Around Napa Valley

🎄 Yountville Tree Lighting

Sunday, November 23
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
Location: Yountville Community Center Plaza
Crafts for kids, cocoa, performances, and thousands of twinkling lights. A very sweet, small-town, Hallmark-movie moment.

🎄 Downtown Napa Tree Lighting

Wednesday, November 26
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Veterans Park (3rd & Main)
The big downtown tree, live music, hot cocoa, cookies, and performances. Great energy and easy to pair with dinner downtown.

🎄 St. Helena Winter Farm & Tree Lighting

Wednesday, November 26
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Hunt Ave & Main St (near the Welcome Center)
Live music, “snow,” holiday bites, wine, Santa photos, and their iconic barrel tree. A really fun mix of family-friendly and festive wine-country charm.

🎄 Silverado Resort Tree Lighting

Friday, November 28
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Location: Silverado Resort Mansion Lawn
Live performances, Santa’s arrival, kids’ train rides, cocoa + treats, faux snow, and a Toys for Tots donation station. Free and open to the public.

🎄 Meritage Resort Tree Lighting

Saturday, November 29
Time: 4:00–8:00 PM
Location: The Meritage Resort & Spa
A huge 40-ft tree next to the ice rink, live music, ice-skating performance, holiday market, Santa, characters for kids, and faux snow.

❓ FAQ

Does Napa Valley get busy on Thanksgiving weekend?

Yes — it’s one of the most popular fall weekends, especially for wine tasting and dining.

Are wineries are open on Thanksgiving Day?

Many are closed on Thursday but open Friday–Sunday. Always book ahead.

Is November a good time to visit Napa Valley?

Absolutely — fall color, mild weather, and fewer crowds than early harvest.

Is the Napa Valley real estate market active during Thanksgiving?

Yes. Serious buyers are still looking, and sellers face less competition, which can be an advantage.

While you’re enjoying Napa this holiday season, feel free to reach out—whether you’re exploring a move, considering selling, or simply curious about the current market. I’m always here to help you make informed, confident decisions in Napa Valley.