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A Philadelphia Thanksgiving

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Philadelphia is steeped in history and filled with delicious food: two good reasons why our city is one of the best places in America to celebrate Thanksgiving. Oh, that big ol' parade we have helps too. Read on for information about digging in to dinner, giving back to the community and enjoying the parade.

The Top 10 Philadelphia Thanksgiving Restaurants

The City Tavern's Thanksgiving SpreadPhoto: The City Tavern

Whether you're looking for vegan vittles, searching for a traditional meal or want to trade the classic turkey for Turkish cuisine, take a look at this list of the top Philadelphia-area restaurants for Thanksgiving.

The Philadelphia Thanksgiving Parade

An annual tradition since 1920, the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade brings balloons, bands, floats and famous people to downtown Philadelphia every Thanksgiving morning. Includes information on the parade route and the best ways to get to the parade.

Philadelphia and South Jersey Hunger Organizations

If you're interested in donating your time or money to help others enjoy the bounty of Thanksgiving, consider one of these area hunger-fighting organizations. In addition to accepting help year-round, many of them also run special food drives or fundraisers around Thanksgiving.

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