Thanksgiving Feasts, Festive Art, and a Turkey Trot: West Michigan Holiday Fun Awaits! Kick off the holiday season in West Michigan with a trio of festive happenings you won’t want to miss. Savor all the flavors of Thanksgiving with Cornwell's Turkeyville USA homemade pies, fresh turkeys, and ready-to-go holiday meals in Marshall. Get inspired at the Krasl Art Center’s Community Members’ Artist Show and browse unique gifts at their Museum Store in St. Joseph. Then lace up your sneakers for the Saugatuck Turkey Trot, where fun costumes and community spirit help support local families. It’s the perfect mix of food, art, and holiday cheer!
Cornwell’s Turkeyville Thanksgiving To-Go Meals & Holiday Fun
If there’s any place that truly embodies Thanksgiving in Michigan, it’s Cornwell’s Turkeyville in Marshall. From their famous fresh-from-scratch turkey dinners to homemade pies and irresistible baked goods, Turkeyville serves up all the comforting flavors of the season—just like grandma used to make.
Planning a stress-free holiday meal? Call ahead to order your complete Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings, available for groups of 2, 4, 6, or 10. And with more than a dozen delicious pies to choose from, setting out an amazing holiday spread has never been easier.
You can also stop in anytime from November 21–26 to pick out your fresh turkey—no preorder required! And for a little extra festive fun, grab tickets to the final dinner show of the season, “The Naughty List,” running now through December 21.
Krasl Art Center Community Members’ Artist Show
November 22, 2024 – January 10, 2025 | Public Preview: November 22
The Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph is overflowing with creative inspiration this holiday season. Their popular Museum Store is a must-visit, offering beautifully handcrafted pieces and unique gifts made by talented local and regional artists—perfect for holiday shopping.
Kick off the season on November 22 with the public preview of the annual Community Members’ Artist Show, featuring incredible works from artists throughout the region. Then return on December 5 for Light up the Bluff, where you can warm up with hot chocolate, enjoy live sketching sessions with artists drawing Santa, and shop the Annual Clay Guild Merry Makers Market for truly one-of-a-kind treasures.
Saugatuck Turkey Trot – Presented by Saugatuck CVB
November 22 at 11:00 a.m.
Start your holiday season with heart—and a whole lot of festive fun—at the annual Turkey Trot in Downtown Saugatuck. This beloved community event donates 100% of proceeds to Christian Neighbors, supporting local families with food assistance during the holiday season.
Walk, run, or trot your way through the non-timed, non-competitive 3.5-mile loop, and don’t forget to dress up! There’s even a prize for the most spirited turkey-themed attire, whether that means sneakers, tutus, or full feathery flair.
All festivities begin at Wicks Park Bar & Grill, with registration priced at $45 for adults and $12 for the Kids Turkey Sprint. Spots are filling quickly, so be sure to sign up soon!
