Nov. 19
Ride Bikes Austin, Zilker Brewing Co. and Cranksgiving ATX are partnering to host the ninth year of Cranksgiving ATX fun ride scavenger hunt and food drive. Anyone with a non-gas-powered vehicle may participate in the ride that benefits the Central Texas Food Bank. If it rains that day, the event will be held Nov. 20. 1:30 p.m. Additional raffle tickets in exchange for donations to CTFB. Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center, 2608 Gonzales St., Austin. www.cranksgiving.org
Nov. 24
The 32nd annual ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot 5-mile and 1-mile run will return this year. The proceeds benefit Caritas of Austin, a nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness in Austin. 7 a.m. $12-$30. The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin. www.thundercloud.com
Fleet Feet Round Rock will host its annual Turkey Trot with 2-mile and 5-mile untimed runs at Old Settlers Park on Thanksgiving Day. The walk and run benefit the Round Rock Area Serving Center, Operation Blue Santa and the Play For All Abilities Park. 8 a.m. $20-$50 registration. Dell Diamond, 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. 512-218-8786. www. fleetfeet.com
The Austin Fairmont hotel will hold a Thanksgiving buffet. In addition to food, the event will include live music. Reservations can be made through OpenTable. 3 p.m. or 5 p.m. seating. Adults $130, Children ages 5-12 $65, children under 5 free. Fairmont Austin, 101 Red River St., Austin. 512-600-2000. www.fairmont.com
Nov. 25
Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery invites families out for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Guests can enjoy live music all weekend as well as spirits, specialty cocktails, food, yard games and more. Performing bands will be announced closer to the event. 4 p.m. Nov. 25.-6 p.m. Nov. 27. Free admission. 101 CR 409, Spicewood. 512-970-3203. www.ironwolfranch.com/event
