Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving

This year, Thanksgiving takes place on Thursday, Nov. 25. Before you celebrate Turkey Day with your loved ones, read up on resources to ensure your Thanksgiving is celebrated safely.

Department Services

Miami-Dade County offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26.

• Transportation and Public Works will operate on a Sunday schedule Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 25, and a regular weekday schedule Friday, Nov. 26.
• Solid Waste Management will operate on a normal schedule.
• Miami-Dade Public Libraries will be closed from Thursday, Nov. 25 through Saturday, Nov. 27.

Events

• Baptist Health Turkey Trot at Tropical Park
  The  Baptist Health Turkey Trot is returning this year. Join fellow runners, joggers and walkers for a morning of fun before digging into your Thanksgiving feast Thursday, Nov. 25. Learn more and sign up today as space is limited. 
• Historic Holiday Décor at the Deering Estate
  Visitors can tour the historic houses at the Deering Estate as they come alive with holiday accents and decorations and festive accents that will transport visitors to the glamor and elegance of the Gilded Age. The Historic Holiday Décor is on display daily, Nov. 26 – Jan. 6, 2022, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is included with admission. 

Safety Tips

• Gathering with family and friends is possible this year, just make sure you and your family are vaccinated against COVID-19. Protect yourself and the community. 
• If you're cooking at home, don't dump oil down the drain, as that can cause clogs and damage. Remember to can the grease.
• Read some more cooking safety tips to make sure your Thanksgiving dinner goes off without a hitch.
• The holidays shouldn't be a pain. Read some holiday safety tips to make sure you stay safe in all aspects of the holiday season. 

Consumer Tips

• How businesses should handle fats, oils and grease
• Shopping tips
• Travel tips