Spend your Thanksgiving weekend in St. Charles, Missouri, and kick off the holiday season with festive activities for the whole family! From enjoying a stress-free Thanksgiving meal and shopping on Historic Main Street to celebrating the opening weekend of Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® and admiring twinkling Christmas lights, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your long weekend.
Thanksgiving Meal
Save yourself the stress and the mess this Thanksgiving and pre-order or dine in at a restaurant in St. Charles. Several offer sides, desserts, and main course options, helping you cross cooking off your to-do list!
Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® Opening Weekend
For us, Christmas season begins as soon as Thanksgiving ends! Victorian Santa and the Legends of Christmas ring in the beginning of the holiday season at noon on November 27 at the KATY Depot in Frontier Park to mark the start of Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®. Join them to celebrate and enjoy Christmas Traditions® activities all weekend long. The 2026 dates are 11/27-29, 12/4-6, 12/18-20, and 12/24. Don’t forget “A Christmas Carol” Stroll on Wednesdays between 11/27 and 12/23.
Black Friday Shopping on Main Street
Shop ‘til you drop on Historic Main Street. With over 65 unique shops and boutiques, the historic district is the best place to start your holiday shopping.
Christmas Lights
As the sun sets, enjoy Christmas lights in St. Charles. Christmas Traditions® goes until 8:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, giving you and your family the perfect opportunity to enjoy Christmas lights and décor in the historic district.
Coffee & Cafes
Stay warm and cozy during the holiday weekend with a cup of coffee from a local café! Many have seasonal offerings to keep you nice and toasty.
Make the most of Thanksgiving weekend in St. Charles, Missouri, with festive traditions, local shopping, delicious food, and plenty of holiday cheer. How will you spend it?