Gather Together at Primland Resort
At Thanksgiving, Primland becomes your home away from home, celebrating all of the traditional holiday activities. Bask in the breathtaking fall foliage of the Blue Ridge Mountains during a family hike and sip artfully crafted autumnal cocktails by the fire. Savor apple cider while viewing the Thanksgiving Day Parade in the Lodge Theater and gather at Leatherflower, our signature restaurant, for a prix fixe Thanksgiving feast.
- November 25-29, 2025
Thanksgiving Itinerary
Join us Tuesday, November 25 - Saturday, November 29
Tuesday, November 25
8-10AM | Blue Ridge Birdwatching – Take a private walk with our Naturalist through Primland to spot native songbirds and birds of prey of Appalachia.
4-6PM | Stargazing Paint and Sip – Take in sweeping mountain views during a celestial-inspired acrylic painting experience.
Wednesday, November 26
11AM – 4PM | Harvest Season Hayrides – Relish in harvest season with a cozy hay-filled tractor-drawn hayride, taking in the spectacle of fall foliage in Southern Appalachia.
Tours available every 45 minutes
Complimentary
Reservations required | Inquire at pri.prearrival@auberge.com
3-4:30PM | ‘Tastes of France’ Communal Wine Tasting – Enjoy a tasting of our famous Schlumberger Wines and other well-loved French wines.
4-6PM | Thanksgiving Great Hall Gathering – Join us in the Lodge’s Great Hall for live music and cocktails ahead of Thanksgiving.
Complimentary | Cocktails available for purchase
Thursday, November 27 | Thanksgiving Day
8:30AM – 12PM | Thanksgiving Day Parade – Experience the magic of the Thanksgiving Day Parade from the comfort of Primland’s Lodge in the theater.
Complimentary
3-7PM | Thanksgiving Feast – Gather for a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Leatherflower to savor exquisite seasonal dishes.
$125 per person, inclusive of service charge
Prix fixe 2-3-2 menu with family-style sides
Reservations required | Email pri.prearrival@auberge.com
Friday, November 28
9-11AM | Guided RTV Excursion –Discover panoramas that showcase the natural beauty of the Appalachian region on a morning RTV adventure.
11AM – 5PM | Laurel Bar – Enjoy a fresh take on clubhouse favorites while cheering on your favorite football team and sipping Primland’s signature Southern Old Fashioned.
3-5PM | Moonshine Tales – Savor Moonshine cocktails and flights, learn about the rich history of the moonshine trade – which was active on Primland’s land – and learn from our homegrown storytellers about a central part of Appalachian culture while enjoying live Bluegrass music.
Saturday, November 29
10:30-11:30AM | Nature Walk & Talk – Explore a natural Eden on foot with our resident Naturalist.
Complimentary
8:30PM or 9:30PM | Stargazing –Marvel at the stars above from Primland’s fully equipped observatory as the resort’s astronomers guide you through the constellations.
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