Bar crawls, orchestras, and roller skating - there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the night before Thanksgiving Day in Southern California.
Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl
Date/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Various bars across Hollywood (check-in at 1810 Wilcox Ave)
Kick off Thanksgiving early with the annual Los Angeles Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl. The crawl features more than four participating venues, themed cocktails, food specials, a digital map, DJs, and a free after-party. Attendees must be 21+.
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-los-angeles-thanksgiving-eve-bar-crawl-tickets-1752520147939
Chad Willis Jazz Orchestra – “Christmas Is Coming”
Date/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 26 | Shows at 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.
Location: The Baked Potato, Studio City
A full jazz orchestra kicks off the holiday season with a Christmas-themed performance featuring vocalists Maria Schafer and Rich Bullock and an impressive lineup of big-band musicians. Indoor and patio viewing options are available.
Link: https://www.thebakedpotato.com/events/chad-willis-orchestra-november-26-2025/
Thanksgiving Week Skating at Moonlight Rollerway
Date/Time:
• Afternoon Skate (All Ages): Wed, Nov. 26 | 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• “Roll With Rollonda” Skate Night (All Ages): Wed, Nov. 26 | 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Moonlight Rollerway, Glendale
Spend Thanksgiving Eve on wheels with afternoon skate sessions or an energetic all-ages night hosted by Rollonda Cox. Skate rentals available on-site.
Link: https://moonlightrollerway.com/event/wednesday-afternoon-130pm-4pm-all-ages-3/
The Mars Volta at The Pasadena Civic
Date/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location: The Pasadena Civic, Pasadena
Alt-rock favorites The Mars Volta take the stage for a Thanksgiving Eve performance at the historic Pasadena Civic.
Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-mars-volta-pasadena-california-11-26-2025/event/0B006288AE011836
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