Thanksgiving Break guide for Fort Worth

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Fall in Fort Worth | Photo via @fwlocals

Thanksgiving is just around the corner — which means the kids are out of school for the week. Whether you need a quiet house to prep for the big meal or just need a break (parents, we feel you), there are plenty of ways to keep the family entertained locally.

Don’t let the holidays gobble up your sanity | Photo via @jetsettingbees

Fall Zoo Camp | Mon., Nov. 21-Tues., Nov. 22

Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Pkwy.

Kids (ages 5-10) can make memorable experiences that focus on wildlife conservation + the outdoors.

Fire Station Camp | Mon., Nov. 22- Wed., Nov. 24

Fire Station Community Center, 1601 Lipscomb St.

Between the mini-library and the center’s playground, kids (ages 5-13) have plenty of ways to burn off their holiday energy.

Chisholm Trail Camp | Mon., Nov. 22- Wed., Nov. 24

Chisholm Trail Community Center, 4936 McPherson Blvd.

At this camp, kids (ages 5-13) can get outside to enjoy a stroll down the 2-mile trail or perform a halfpipe at the center’s skate park.

Registration is still open for camps across our area + check out a full list on the city’s activity page .

Gobble ‘til you wobble at the YMCA Turkey Trot | Photo via @analy.valderrama

Looking for more ways to keep the entire family busy? We’ve got you covered.

Turkey Trot | Thurs., Nov. 25

Frost Bank, 6115 Camp Bowie

Get your appetite going with this annual 5k race (run or walk) that includes door prizes, awards + refreshments.

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer The Musical | Tues., Nov. 23

Casa Manana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave

This musical is filled with holiday hits like “A Holly Jolly Christmas” + other classics, perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

Thought those were the only events we had? You haven’t seen stuffing yet. Check out our November events guide for a full list of things happening next week.

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Rebecca is based outside of Dallas, TX and joined 6AM City as a launch editor for FTWtoday. She was born and raised in North Texas, and produced newscasts across the country for three years before returning to Dallas to work on the Good Day morning show. She loves being outdoors with her dog + trying new restaurants around town.