10 MKE Thanksgiving Events
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on our gratitude and share with others. Whether you’re joining a community meal or receiving support to prepare for the holiday, there are plenty of ways to give and receive this season. Here are 10 community events in Milwaukee to help you celebrate Thanksgiving from November 21 to 28, 2024.
1) HeartLove Place Thanksgiving Turkey and Food Box Distribution
Date and time: November 21, 2024, 11:00 a.m.
Location: Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2207 N. 2nd St.
Description: Families will be provided with one free turkey and food box while supplies last to ensure everyone can enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal.
2) Brentwood Church of Christ Annual Turkey Giveaway
Date and time: November 22, 2024, 2:00 p.m.
Location: 6425 N 60th St
Description: While supplies, last perishable and non-perishable food items will be given away one box per car.
3) Connect Community Outreach Free Community Dinner
Date and time: Monday, November 25, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Location: 3041 W. North Ave.
Description: Enjoy a free meal with your community, friends, and family. Food is provided by donations from Connect Community Outreach.
4) Make a Family Smile 2024 Turkey Giveaway
Date and time: November 25, 2024, 9 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 1531 w. Vliet St.
Description: While supplies last, families in need can receive one frozen turkey per household to prepare for their Thanksgiving dinner.
5) Veterans and Families Thanksgiving Dinner Meal Boxes
Date and time: Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative 6300 W. National Ave.
Description: Holiday meal boxes containing a turkey or ham, vegetables, stuffing, potatoes, cornbread, gravy, cranberry sauce, mac and cheese, and dessert will be given to 1 per household while supplies last. Participants must provide a VA Identification or a DD214.
6) Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway
Date and Time: November 26, 2024, 12:00 p.m.- 2 p.m.
Location: Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust St.
Description: This giveaway is available to residents living in the 53206 zip code and proof of address is required. While supplies last, Families will receive a bag with food items to prepare for Thanksgiving dinner.
7) Thanksgiving Feed the Community and Homeless
Date and time: Thursday, November 28, 2024, 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Location: Living Waters Ministry Church of Deliverance 1610 S. 81 St.
Description: A free Thanksgiving to-go dinner and free clothing in all sizes and styles.
8) Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Date and time: November 28th, 2024, 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: McBob’s Pub & Grill, 4919 W. North Ave.
Description: McBob’s is open to anyone looking for a place in their community this Thanksgiving, serving up a traditional Thanksgiving with a turkey and all the fixings.
9) 4th Annual “Tis the Season” Thanksgiving Days
Date and time: Thursday, November 28th, 2024 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Location: Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St.
Description: A free fresh family dinner for a family of four sponsored by Bader Philanthropies, Northcott Neighborhood House, and WestCare Foundation.
10) Capuchin Community Services Holiday Food Box
Date and time: Open throughout the holiday season
Location: House of Peace, 1702 W. Walnut St.
Description: Families can register to receive a free holiday food box and receive everything they need to prepare a comforting holiday meal. To learn more click here.