The time for feasting on stuffing and turkey has come, and although this year’s Thanksgiving might look a little different for many of us, your friends at Loughead Nissan want to assure there is still plenty of fun to have this holiday! If you’re among the many that are sitting Thanksgiving family dinner out this year due to COVID numbers rising, you’re not alone. And if you’re feeling kind of bummed out, again, you’re not alone. However, we have a list of fun alternatives to family dinner this year and some celebrations that just might become traditions. So take a peek below and have a happy Thanksgiving!

Alternative Ways To Celebrate This Thanksgiving:

Host A Virtual Thanksgiving Meal With Friends & Family

• Livestream your festivities with friends and family. This is a good way to see and talk with your loved ones without the risk of exposure. 
• You can start with appetizers – have each party explain what appetizer they “brought” and rate who’s was the best
• Once dinner is served, set the camera up to the table and feast with your family and friends. Feel free to share recipes or even watch the big game together. 

TV & Games With Household Members

• It’s no secret there’s a lot to watch on TV during Thanksgiving. If your staying home this year, watching TV together or playing games as a family can be a great way to connect.
• Watch Thanksgiving Day parades, sports, and Christmas movies at home.
• Find a fun game to play – pull out all your favorite board games and have a family board game night!

Black Friday Online Shopping

• Shop online sales the day of Thanksgiving and the days leading up to the winter holidays.
• Use contactless services for purchased items, like curbside pick-up.
• Shop in open air markets staying 6 feet away from others and wear a mask

Other Ideas

• Safely prepare traditional dishes and deliver them to family and neighbors in a way that does not involve contact with others (for example, leave them on the porch).
• Participate in a gratitude activity, like writing down things you are grateful for and sharing with your friends and family.
• Clean out your basement of gently used or new toys, clothes, etc and donate them this holiday season 
• Look up family-friendly Thanksgiving crafts 
• Have a bake-off! Have the kids help bake or see who can come up with the best dessert for Thanksgiving.

As a friendly reminder to those who are traveling this Thanksgiving,  be sure to check out the CDC guidelines to see how you can have a safe Thanksgiving for the whole family. And if you’re in need of service before you hit the road, leave it to the pros here at Loughead Nissan! Just schedule your appointment online now!