Community Thanksgiving at Hudson's
A free, family-style Thanksgiving dinner for anyone on the island, served at Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
- Next dates: Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
- Thanksgiving Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: family-style dinner at Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks
- Tickets: Free, and all are welcome. Donations made on the day go to The Deep Well Project, Bluffton Self Help and Second Helpings.
- Hosted by: Community Thanksgiving of Hilton Head Island
- Cost: Free; donations go to three island charities
- Hosts: St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church and Hudson's
The Community Thanksgiving of Hilton Head Island is a free Thanksgiving dinner for anyone who wants a seat at the table: neighbors on their own, families, workers far from home and visitors. It is served family-style at Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks on Thanksgiving Day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In 2026 that is Thursday, Nov. 26.
St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church and Hudson's founded it, and hundreds of volunteers cook, serve and clean up. Money given on the day goes to The Deep Well Project, Bluffton Self Help and Second Helpings.
Thanksgiving dinner at Hudson's
It is a traditional Thanksgiving meal, brought to the table family-style, at the restaurant on Skull Creek at 1 Hudson Road on the north end. There is no charge and no ticket. Come any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The Skull Creek seafood restaurant that hosts the dinner every year.
How to volunteer or give
Volunteers sign up through the Community Thanksgiving site, which opens its volunteer form ahead of the holiday. Donations can be made on the site or on the day, and all of it is passed on to The Deep Well Project, Bluffton Self Help and Second Helpings. More island charities are on our nonprofits page.
More Thanksgiving on Hilton Head
Thanksgiving morning starts with the Turkey Trot, which parks at the Hudson's and Dockside lots, and the Turtle Trot on the beach at Palmetto Dunes. For a booked Thanksgiving dinner, see restaurants open on Thanksgiving.
More Thanksgiving on Hilton Head
Restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner, and how to book.
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the Community Thanksgiving dinner on Hilton Head?
Thanksgiving Day, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In 2026 that is Thursday, Nov. 26.
Where is it held?
At Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks, 1 Hudson Road, on Skull Creek on the north end of the island.
Is it really free?
Yes. There is no charge and all are welcome. Donations go to The Deep Well Project, Bluffton Self Help and Second Helpings.
Do I need a reservation?
No ticket is needed; come any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Call (843) 505-1370 with questions.
How can I volunteer?
Sign up on communitythanksgiving.com, which opens its volunteer form ahead of the holiday.
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