Thanksgiving at Kiawah
thanksgiving header

Atlantic Room DiningNo other American holiday brings families together around the table like Thanksgiving. The word itself conjures up the rich aroma of roasted turkey and all the trimmings, oven-fresh hot rolls and spiced pumpkin or sweet potato pie on the sideboard.

We are pleased to offer a sumptuous array of Thanksgiving dining events across the resort. You can choose from lavish buffets, traditional prix fixe meals or even a complete Thanksgiving feast prepared by us to be enjoyed in your home or villa. Let us do all the work, while you enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving with your family. 

Thanksgiving Feast in the Grand Oaks Ballroom
~ The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Thursday, November 27, 1:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:00pm
$70++ for adults, $28++ for children
Live Music: Light Jazz 1:00pm and 4:00pm; Chamber Music at 7:00pm.
Join us for a Culinary Creation on Thanksgiving Day. A lavish buffet presentation will be at your fingertips. Browse the numerous culinary stations throughout the ballroom featuring seafood displays with elegant ice sculptures, chefs carving holiday meats and serving other traditional favorites. Listen to live music, sample the wine bar, and finish your experience with decadent chocolates and pastries.
Please call for reservations, 843-768-6253.

Grand Thanksgiving Buffet - Jasmine PorchThanksgiving Turkey
~ The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Thursday, November 27, 12:00pm - 9:00pm
$64++ for adults; 24++ for children; Live Music. Please call for reservations, 843-768-6253.
Celebrate the holiday with a magnificent buffet featuring traditional favorites. Chef Nathan Thurston and team will create a dinner to remember in a warm yet elegant atmosphere, as you toast loved ones and ring in the holiday season. The Jasmine Porch is sure to be an annual tradition for you and your family.

Children's Thanksgiving Buffet
~ The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Thursday, November 27, 1:00pm, 4:00pm, 7:00pm
$28++ for children (ages 4-12). Please call for reservations, 843-768-6253.
Your children can enjoy a buffet all their own in the adjacent Heron Room while you enjoy the grand buffet in the ballroom. Your children will always remember this special event that will feature games and arts and crafts as well as delicious and fun food.

Thanksgiving at the Ocean Room
~ The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Thursday, November 27, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
$95++($145 with wine) for adults, Live Music. Please call for reservations, 843-768-6253.
The Sanctuary's signature restaurant is proud to present a Thanksgiving experience made for the true epicurean. Featuring a 5 course traditional dinner. A la carte menu will also be offered along with wine pairings. Jackets reommended. Children's menu available.

Holiday DessertsThanksgiving at the Atlantic Room
~ The Ocean Course Clubhouse

Thursday, November 27, 11:30am - 8:30pm
$65++ per person Prix Fixe menu; 25++ per child ages 4-12. Please call for reservations, 843-266-4085.
Chef Morrison has created dishes that capture the spirit of the season with his 3 Course Prix Fixe Thanksgiving menu. Savor the flavors of the season while taking in dramatic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Osprey Point Thanksgiving Buffet
~ The Osprey Point Clubhouse

Thursday, November 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm
$42++ Adults; $19++ Children 4-12. Please call for reservations, 843-266-4635.
A lavish holiday buffet with traditional Thanksgiving favorites and Lowcountry holiday specialties.

Turtle Point Bar & Grill

Thursday, November 27
Breakfast Buffet: 7:00am - 10:00am; Lunch: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Bar: 11:00am - Close
$37++ for adults, Prix Fixe 3-Course Menu; $18.50++ for young adults. Please call for reservations, 843-768-6253.
Turtle Point will be offering a full menu of soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. Chef Dion has prepared a 3 course prix fixe menu as well as other holiday features. The Turtle Point Clubhouse is the perfect place to gather with friends and family alike during the holidays or any time. What would Thanksgiving be without the traditional football games? We will be offering our bar menu as well as specials throughout the day.

Grandma's Thanksgiving

$34.95 adults, $18.95 children 4-12.
Enjoy a full Thanksgiving meal in the privacy of your villa or home just like grandma would make. Grandma's Thanksgiving dinners include a choice of Roasted Turkey and all the traditional trimmings, or for an additional charge you can substitute Ham, Stuffed Tenderloin or Pork or Roast Beef. Dinner can be picked up at the Town Center Market from noon until 4:00pm Thanksgiving Day. Please call 843-768-6052 for information or to reserve your meal by noon on Monday, November 19th.

Mingo Oyster Rost


Mingo Point Oyster Roast

Friday, November 28th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults $34.95; Children 4-12 $18.95. Call ext. 81829 for reservations.
Enjoy freshly roasted oysters and traditional Southern barbecue specialties while watching the sunset on the beautiful Kiawah River. Call 843-768-1829 for reservations.

Thanksgiving Events at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Sand Sculpting

November 8th - Charleston Symphony Concert ~  5:00pm


Enjoy an evening of music on the Terrace Lower Lawn at The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Open to the public. A limited menu and beverages will be available for purchase.

November 27th - Turkey Trot ~  8:30am


Rise & shine for our annual fun run/walk on the beach! Get your workout in before the turkey eating and football watching! Registration begins at 8:00am at the Night Heron/Mariners Watch beach access point at Boardwalk 18. This race offers a one-mile walk or a one to three mile run on the beach for families, beginners or competitive runners. The race begins promptly at 8:30am. All participants receive a raffle ticket for  prize drawing that will be held at 9:05am at the race start/finish line! Coffee will be provided at registration. Registration is complimentary.

November 27th - Family Sand Sculpting ~ 1:00pm - 3:00pm


Design a sculpture at the Night Heron/Mariners Watch Beach Access. Categories include best holiday theme, most creative, and nature themes. Judging begins at 2:30pm. Make sure to bring your own tools. Complimentary.

November 27th - Fall Festival ~ 5:30pm - 8:00pm


Fall family festival entertainment at Night Heron Park! A Bluegrass band will be pick'in away so stomp your feet and head on out to Night Heron Park for a kick'in good time! Favorite crowd attractions include the inflatable jump castle, crazy train & climbing wall. Family friendly competitions and relays will also be held throughout the festival. Complimentary.

November 29th - Comedy Night ~ 7:30pm - 9:00pm, The Sanctuary - Adults Night Of Laughs!


Enjoy cocktail hour followed by an Improv-Comedy with the Have Nots! Entry to the event is complimentary. A cash bar will be available. Event will be located in the Grand Oaks Ballroom.

6:00pm - 9:00pm, The Sanctuary


We will also be offering supervised programs for 5 to 17 year olds that coincide with the event! Reservations are required and the fee is $42 per person for the "Comedy Kraze" and $30 per person for "LOL". Please stop by the Heron Park Center or call (843) 768-6001.

Comedy Night ~ 7:30pm - 9:00pm, The Sanctuary - Adults Night Of Laughs!


Enjoy cocktail hour followed by an Improv-Comedy with the Have Nots! Entry to the event is complimentary. A cash bar will be available. Event will be located in the Grand Oaks Ballroom.

"Comedy Kraze"


5-11 Year Olds. A Kids Night Out Program that is simply Hysterical! Laugh it up with Comedian David Ferrell from Raleigh, North Carolina. Improv Comedy Games, Jokes, Talent Show and Silly Mask Craft. Event takes place in the Terrace Ballroom.

"Laughing Out Loud" (Lol)


Teen Social 12-17 Year Olds. Meet up with vacationers that are your age! Laugh it up with Comedian David Ferrell from Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy pizza and socialize as you compete in a Wii Tournament, Ping Pong, Foosball and much more! The program takes place in the Heron Ballrooms.

Thanksgiving Packages at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Create a family tradition by brining your family to Kiawah Island Golf Resort for Thanksgiving. Dine on specially prepared cuisine by our chefs and relax in our luxurious Sanctuary hotel.

Your Sanctuary Thanksgiving package includes:

• Accommodations in our luxurious Five Star and Five Diamond Sanctuary Hotel
• Thanksgiving Grand Buffet for two
• Breakfast daily for two

Double occupancy starting from $506 per room per night. Rates based on a Garden View room, a two night stay and two guests in the room. Taxes, gratuity and alcohol not included. Based on availability. Two night minimum stay applies.

Families may also choose villa accommodations. 

Your Villa Thanksgiving package includes:

• Accommodations in a One Bedroom Scenic View Villa
• Thanksgiving Dinner for two at the Atlantic Room
• Breakfast daily for two

Double occupancy starting from $214 per villa per night. Rates based on a West Beach Resort Quality Villa, a two night stay and two guests in the room. Taxes, gratuity and alcohol not included. Based on availability. Two night minimum stay applies.

Call 1-800-654-2924 to make your reservations.