When's the best time to eat Thanksgiving dinner? Experts share their verdict

Even though the grand meal is called "Thanksgiving dinner," the dining time often falls between lunch and dinner. Are there practical reasons for this early dinnertime, or is it just traditional?

Kids and Thanksgiving cooking advice | Video Vault
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We're going back to 1987 where Linda Williams caught up with some children to get their Thanksgiving advice.

The most popular Thanksgiving side dishes of 2025

You’re almost certain to pile up a mound of mashed potatoes and gravy next to that drumstick. And stuffing is a sure bet. But what about yams? Or even macaroni and cheese?

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving this year

From grocery stores to retailers, here’s a list of what is open and closed on Thanksgiving Day 2025.

6 classic Thanksgiving side dishes that have disappeared from American tables

Traditional Thanksgiving side dishes like oyster stuffing, ambrosia salad and giblet gravy were once holiday staples before falling out of favor for modern alternatives. Here are six.

Watch live: Thanksgiving Day parades from New York & around the US

Join us all morning on Thanksgiving for live, unfiltered coverage of parades and celebrations nationwide, including the New York Thanksgiving Parade live at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Thanksgiving Eve one of the year's biggest drinking nights
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Phoenix-area bars were swamped on the eve of Thanksgiving Day, on a night commonly referred to as "Blackout Wednesday" or Drinks-giving." FOX 10's Megan Spector checks out the large crowds on one of the busiest drinking nights of the year.

'Blackout Wednesday' draws massive crowds at Phoenix, Scottsdale bars

Thanksgiving Eve has become one of the busiest drinking nights of the year, drawing massive crowds to bars across the Valley.

Annual pie tradition draws crowds to Rock Springs Cafe
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For many Arizona families, driving to Rock Springs Cafe has become a Thanksgiving tradition to pick up holiday pies. FOX 10's Ellen McNamara traveled to Black Canyon City for a look at the holiday rush.

Royale Kitchen launches 'Frosty Flamingo' holiday pop-up
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The Flamingo Room patio at Royale Kitchen and Cocktails is getting a holiday makeover. The space is being transformed into a pop-up called the "Frosty Flamingo." FOX 10 Photojournalist Levi Pettigrew gives us a look.

Worst Thanksgiving traffic expected Wednesday
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AAA projects that 81 million Americans will travel this Thanksgiving holiday, with the majority of travelers expected to drive. Traffic is anticipated to be at its peak Wednesday. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has the details.

AAA reveals Thanksgiving Day gas prices
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Gas prices in Arizona has jumped 10 cents from last year, with the most expensive gas in Maricopa County, according to AAA.

Chipotle offering BOGO deal on Thanksgiving Eve

Chipotle is offering three holiday promotions, including a BOGO deal on Thanksgiving Eve and $10 off its new Build-Your-Own Chipotle family meal kit.

2025 FOX Holiday Gift Guide

FOX 4 Consumer reporter Steve Noviello gets more than 1,000 product pitches each year. He shares the greatest gifts of the season in his 2025 FOX Holiday Gift Guide.

'Green Wednesday' for the Cannabis industry
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Mint Cannabis says Thanksgiving is one of its busiest times of the year as the dispensary and bakery will be busy with people picking up marijuana-infused foods to enjoy for the holiday.

When do stores open on Black Friday this year?

Shoppers can get an early start on searching for deals on popular items as major retailers release their store hours for one of the biggest holiday shopping days of the year.

I-17 flex lanes open to ease Thanksgiving traffic for Arizona drivers

As nearly 82 million Americans begin Thanksgiving travel, Arizona is utilizing its 8-mile I-17 flex lane system between Black Canyon City and Sunset Point to ease congestion.