Thanksgiving in wine country is a tradition anticipated year-round. Winemakers fling open their doors, add a couple extra logs to the crackling fireplaces, seek out treasured bottles of library wines for tastings, and sometimes even welcome guests into the cellars for a peek at the upcoming vintage tucked away in barrels. 

It’s one of the best times of year in Newberg. Our harvest seasons are cozy, casual, and always full of hospitality. You’ll walk away with stories, laughter, and bottles of wine that will help you relive the memories of the people and tucked-away places you discovered.

Plan Ahead & Arrive Early

Did you know Thanksgiving festivities in wine country actually kick off the weekends prior? Extending your getaway in Newberg is simple with plenty of remote work options in town. Arriving before the holiday weekend will give you time to experience the breadth of activities hosted at the wineries, while also enjoying casual autumnal fun in town. 

Where to Stay

Stay at The Allison Inn & Spa, and you’ll be rewarded with luxurious rooms and one of the most delicious Thanksgiving spreads you can imagine at JORY Restaurant. As the adage says, “what grows together goes together,” and with a vineyard and a vast chef’s garden both on the grounds, it’s certainly the case at this farm-to-table fine dining destination!

If you plan to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal within your accommodations, check out one of the many vacation rentals in the area, all with well-equipped kitchens and dining areas that can host dozens or just a few.

Restaurants that are closed on Thanksgiving Day will reopen for the long weekend, often with special seasonal menus or curated wine dinners. Make sure to call ahead to check availability and make a reservation.

Thanksgiving Dinner in Newberg

If you’d rather spend your time exploring wine country than preparing a meal, leave it to the professionals and order ahead from Storrs Smokehouse. The resident pit masters offer smoked turkeys alongside all their sides (locals love the mac & cheese!) for the ultimate Thanksgiving feast that’s ready for you to enjoy in your own space.

Next door you’ll find Luckee Dutch Bakery, a custom, made-from-scratch bakery with traditional and gluten-free options. They’ll make any pie you can dream of as long as they can find the ingredients. That means you won’t need to forsake any family traditions or flavors on your getaway. Marionberry, chocolate cream, wild blackberry… if they can source it, they can bake it!

Sprinkles of Joy Bakery also offers pumpkin and Dutch apple pies for pre-order. Make sure to grab a pumpkin pie chai from Chapters Books & Coffee across the street for true autumnal bliss.

Thanksgiving Weekend Wine Tasting in the Willamette Valley

If you’re coming to Newberg for the Thanksgiving weekend, make sure to get up into the Chehalem Mountains to visit some of our award-winning wineries. The cool weather and fog rolling off the vineyards beg for a glass of Pinot Noir by the fireplace. Before your arrival, check out the events page for special tastings and opportunities throughout the holiday weekend. You can expect cellar tours, vertical tastings, special food and wine pairings, and, as always, the warm hospitality we’re known for.

If you’re arriving right before the Thanksgiving weekend, visit Valley Wine Merchants right downtown to peruse small-lot (read: boutique wineries) selections from around Newberg, the Willamette Valley, and the world. Owner Andrew Turner even offers a bespoke wine club with every selection tailored to personal preference. No two wine club shipments are the same.

Why Spend Thanksgiving in Newberg?

Thanksgiving has a way of bringing people back to the places they love, and each year, we’re delighted to welcome old friends back to Newberg. 

It’s special to experience wine country at a slower time of year, and all the restaurants and accommodations in town make it simple to host or enjoy a holiday meal that fits any style or tradition. Invite family and friends, try something new, and see what memories await you in Newberg this Thanksgiving season.