The holiday season kicks off with Thanksgiving very soon. Thanksgiving at Disney World usually means a trip to Disney Springs for many locals and visitors alike. Our quick guide to Thanksgiving at Disney Springs includes where to book your Thanksgiving dinner reservation, where to grab a special treat, and some tips on parking and when to visit.
THANKSGIVING AT DISNEY SPRINGS
If you want Disney magic without the fuss of the theme parks, Disney Springs is a good option. Between the restaurants and all the shops, you can easily take care of a Thanksgiving meal and holiday shopping all in one place. A reservation is not needed to visit Disney Springs, and it’s free to park and walk around. Just be prepared that the parking garages may fill up early in the day.
Restaurants with Thanksgiving Dinner at Disney Springs
- Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’
- Raglan Road Irish Restaurant and Pub
- Wine Bar George
- Mario & Enzo’s
- Enzo’s Hideaway
- Summer House on the Lake
- Morimoto Asia
- The Edison
- City Works Eatery & Pour
- Planet Hollywood
- STK Orlando
- Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew (Thanksgiving Donut available Nov. 11 through 30)
MARIA AND ENZO’S AND ENZO’S HIDEAWAY AT DISNEY SPRINGS
This Turkey Day, visit Maria & Enzo’s and Enzo’s Hideaway at Disney Springs for delicious Thanksgiving specials with an Italian twist. Last year's menu included:
- Frittelle di Zucca ($19): Pumpkin ricotta fritters, cacio e pepe zabaglione
- Porchetta di Tacchino ($39): Heritage turkey, crispy pancetta, brussels sprouts, polenta “dressing” and butternut squash cranberry agrodolce
- Crostata di mele ($16): Rustic warm apple pie, olive oil caramel, vanilla gelato.
Featured image above: Enzo's Hideaway, image credit: Dani Meyering
Summer House on the Lake
NEW: Thanksgiving Day Pre-Fixe is available at Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs on Thursday, November 28 from 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM. A three-course menu offering your choice of Harvest Salad or Roasted Honeynut Squash Soup, a Roast Turkey Dinner or Maple Glazed Faroe Island Salmon, and Pumpkin Chiffon Pie or Chocolate Cake for dessert.
A special Thanksgiving menu for children age 12 and under will also be available, including Roast Turkey or Salmon with mashed potatoes, stuffing and berries, carrot sticks with buttermilk ranch and a choice of cake or pie for $14.95 per child, plus tax (gratuity not included), in addition to the regular kids' menu.
Cost: Adults $69.95 plus tax, gratuity not included, 2024 info confirmed Reservations are strongly recommended.
THE EDISON AT DISNEY SPRINGS
The Edison, Disney Springs’ roaring 20’s themed-eatery, will be offering a few specials just for Thanksgiving Day, in addition to their full menu of flavorful comfort foods and crafted cocktails.
- Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner: Roasted heritage turkey, herbed stuffing, dreamy mash, house gravy, green bean casserole. $39
- Children’s version also available for $18
- Pumpkin Cheesecake: whipped cream, crunchy caramel pearls, caramel sauce. $15
Be sure to also pair it with a Fall cocktail, available Nov. 1 – Dec. 31:
- Cup o’ Cheer (Non Alcoholic): apple cider, cinnamon syrup, cranberry juice, lemon juice. $12
- Fall for You: Angel’s Envy, Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, spiced apple tincture, Fee foam, lemon juice, ghost leaf. $18
- Peppermint Patty: peppermint-infused vodka, Caffè Borghetti espresso liqueur, Tempus crème de cacao, half-crushed peppermint rim. $16
- Cosmic Poinsettia: infused Stoli Elit, Belle de Brillet pear brandy, St. George spiced pear, cinnamon syrup, lime juice. $30
CITY WORKS EATERY & POUR HOUSE
On Thanksgiving Day, City Works Eatery & Pour House in Disney Springs wants to make the festivities even easier for families to celebrate.
Guests can gather with loved ones or enjoy the holiday football game on one of the 17 TVs, ensuring there isn't a bad seat in the house. Feast on City Works’ Thanksgiving dinner featuring Herb-Roasted Turkey, Slow-roasted Prime Rib and a special Roasted Turkey option for the kids, all accompanied by classic Thanksgiving sides. Guests can also add dessert for a perfect holiday meal.
City Works will be open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. and reservations are encouraged. Cost: $34.95+
RAGLAN ROAD IRISH PUB AND RESTAURANT AT DISNEY SPRINGS
Enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with an Irish twist. Roast turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, honey glazed carrots, bacon-roasted brussel sprouts, and sausage-walnut stuffing. Thanksgiving dinner will be served all day—11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Guests who prefer to order lunch or dinner from the All-Day Menu are welcome to do so. Live Irish music and dance begins at 5 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day and continues through pub close.
This is one of the few Disney Springs restaurants to keep the same pricing this year 2024, just $39.99 for adults and $19.99.
Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs
Join Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs for a Pan-Asian-inspired Thanksgiving feast this holiday. Traditional favorites get a mouthwatering twist, including Peking turkey, roasted pork fried rice “stuffing,” and Japanese-style candied yams. Plus, Morimoto Asia’s full menu of delicious traditional dishes will be available as well, including Buri-Bop, Wagyu beef and spare ribs.
Morimoto Asia’s Peking turkey dinner will be available on Thanksgiving day. 2024 info and pricing has not yet been released.
Get more options in our guide to Restaurants in Orlando Serving Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Shopping
While there are no specific Black Friday hours for Disney Springs, it’s open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. the following day. There are dozens of stores at the large entertainment complex and some will likely have sales to help you pick out that perfect holiday gift. Expect lots of crowds! If you're willing to traverse the crowds during Thanksgiving weekend then don't miss these favorite shops:
- World of Disney
- Marketplace Co-op (you can make your own candle!)
- 12 Days of Christmas
- Art of Disney
- Sugarboo & Co.
- UNIQLO
Things To Do
There is more to do at Disney Springs during Thanksgiving besides eating and drinking. Be sure to enjoy the Tree Stroll and consider booking a visit to see Santa Claus at Disney Springs.
The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll
While you're at Disney Springs for Thanksgiving, be sure to pay attention to the beautiful Christmas trees. The Disney Springs Tree Stroll brings elaborately decorated Disney Christmas trees to areas throughout Disney Springs. The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth kicks off on November 9, 2024.
Santa at Disney Springs
You can see Santa for free at Disney Springs, but you'll need to get there early. To see Santa at Disney Springs, you’ll need to sign up through the virtual queue. When you arrive, check for a sign with a QR code. Usually, Santa is at Once Upon a Toy which is in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs. And the virtual queue signs are near the entrance to Once Upon a Toy.
Ready for more festive fun? Read The Complete Guide to the Holidays at Walt Disney World
Disney Springs Parking
Expect parking garages at Disney Springs to fill up by midday on Thanksgiving and the weekend. Lime Garage and Orange Garage are the most popular. Grapefruit Garage is across the street and has a convenient pedestrian bridge. Finally, the surface parking lots near Cirque du Soleil are usually overlooked. Just know these surface lots are at the far end of Disney Springs, and the West Side, and the rows are not as clearly marked as the ones in the garage. So, take extra note of your car's location.
Wear comfortable shoes, you can expect lots of walking on this busy weekend.
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