How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Break in Binghamton: A Complete Guide
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for the things you have. If you鈥檙e not heading home, perhaps it鈥檚 time to discover and be grateful for what Binghamton has to offer this Thanksgiving break. Gather your friends for Friendsgiving and the many activities in the Binghamton community and beyond.
Experience awe at a holiday light show
Get in the holiday spirit with a spectacular light show! For a drive-thru experience, check out at Otsiningo Park, featuring everything from food, to dance performances, to fireworks! Or take a walk through Animal Adventure Park (the home of our real-life mascot Bing!) in nearby Harpursville at their event, where you can hand-feed animals and enjoy a 2-million light extravaganza!
Run in this year鈥檚 Turkey Trot
As a runner myself, I strongly recommend participating in the Pete Keyes Turkey Trot! This Running is a great way to meet new people and get exercise.
Watch the Macy鈥檚 Day Parade and National Dog Show
Some of my favorite Thanksgiving memories are waking up and turning on the TV to enjoy kitschy parade performances and watch funny-looking dogs. This is best enjoyed with friends and a light breakfast to save room for a Thanksgiving meal! starting at 8:30 a.m. EST.
Spend less on Black Friday shopping
For those of us looking to get ahead on holiday shopping, there are a number of places to find gifts for your loved ones. For everything from Ulta to Barnes and Noble, check out in Vestal, the , and in Johnson City.
Enjoy a local hockey game
The Binghamton Black Bears during the holiday season. Don鈥檛 miss your opportunity to experience a lively Binghamton hockey home game on Wednesday, Nov. 27 or Saturday, Nov. 30!
Support the community on Small Business Saturday
If you鈥檇 rather support small businesses than shop at big retailers, Binghamton has plenty of options! Little Venice is hosting a . The Broome County Humane Society is hosting a . You can also check out with music, vendors and treats. Cap off the day with a in downtown Binghamton featuring caroling from the Tri-Cities Opera Youth Choir & Community!
We hope you have a safe and fun break! For more things to do,
Shawn Ammann is an intern for the Office of Media and Public Relations, and a junior majoring in English. He is undecided on a career path, but is interested in screenwriting and sportswriting. He enjoys playing basketball, running, watching movies and writing.
Stephen Folkerts is an intern for the Office of Public Media and Relations, and a senior majoring in English. He hopes to work in ministry and publishing. In his spare time, he enjoys jazz drumming, poetry and basketball.
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