Spending Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta this year? You are in good company. Late November is when many American visitors and snowbirds arrive for the season, and plenty of them still want a real turkey dinner, just with warm weather, palm trees and a breeze off the river. Here is our local guide to Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta on Thursday, November 26, 2026: where to eat, when to book and how to make a full day of it.
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When Is Thanksgiving 2026?
US Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. In Mexico it is a regular working day, so shops, beaches and tours run as usual. Restaurants that serve a holiday dinner, though, fill up quickly, because it is one of the first big nights of the high season in Puerto Vallarta.
Thanksgiving Dinner at Oscar’s on Isla Río Cuale
Every year we host a Thanksgiving dinner by the river, right where the Cuale River meets the sea, 5 minutes from the Malecón. It is the traditional turkey dinner you miss from home, cooked by our chefs with a Mexican twist. There are two seatings, at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm, and the price is $999 MXN per person for the 4-course menu with a live DJ.
- Welcome bite: roasted beet mini tostada with whipped honey goat cheese, orange vinaigrette and pepitas.
- Starter: warm pumpkin soup with sage brown butter, maple crème fraîche and morita chili crisp.
- Main: turkey breast stuffed with cornbread, mushrooms, nuts and cranberries, with gravy, morita cranberry sauce, brown butter mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts with hot honey.
- Vegetarian main: stuffed roasted squash with mushroom gravy, cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes.
- Dessert: coconut panna cotta with charred pineapple, passion fruit granita and toasted coconut.
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Kids can order from our Little Guests menu (regular menu prices). See every detail and book on our Puerto Vallarta Thanksgiving dinner page.
How to Spend Thanksgiving Day in Puerto Vallarta
- Morning: walk the Malecón before it gets hot and stop for coffee in El Centro.
- Midday: cross the bridges to Isla Río Cuale, browse the market stalls and enjoy the shade of the river.
- Afternoon: try a free tequila tasting at our distillery next door and pick a bottle to bring home.
- Evening: sit down for a Thanksgiving dinner by the river with family and friends.
Tips for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta
- Book early. Thanksgiving dinners in Puerto Vallarta sell out, especially for groups.
- Pick your seating. The 5:30 pm seating is great with kids; the 7:30 pm seating is a more relaxed adult dinner.
- Tell us about allergies or dietary needs when you book, so the kitchen can plan ahead.
- Coming with a big group? Message us on WhatsApp at 322 227 2929 and we will set up your table.
Staying longer? See what else we are celebrating this season in our Holiday Calendar: Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day and the Super Bowl.
Whether you are here for a week or for the whole season, a Thanksgiving dinner by the river is a simple way to feel at home in Puerto Vallarta. Our team has been welcoming guests on Isla Río Cuale since 1997, and this is one of our favorite nights of the year. Reserve early, bring your appetite and leave room for dessert.
Thanksgiving in Puerto Vallarta: FAQ
Do restaurants in Puerto Vallarta celebrate Thanksgiving?
Yes. Many restaurants that welcome American visitors serve a special dinner. At Oscar’s we host a 4-course Thanksgiving turkey dinner every year on Isla Río Cuale.
When is Thanksgiving dinner at Oscar’s in 2026?
Thursday, November 26, 2026, with two seatings at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.
How much is Thanksgiving dinner at Oscar’s?
$999 MXN per person for the 4-course menu with a live DJ.
Is there a vegetarian option?
Yes, a stuffed roasted squash with mushroom gravy, and kids can order from our Little Guests menu.
