Thanksgiving Weekend 2026 Dates
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Typical long weekend:
Thursday, November 26 through Sunday, November 29
Some travelers may arrive Wednesday
What Is Thanksgiving Like in Rocky Point?
Thanksgiving is a US holiday, but Puerto Peñasco receives many American visitors during holiday weekends.
Some resorts and restaurants may offer special Thanksgiving meals or menus.
2026 THANKSGIVING DINING:
We will update this section as Puerto Peñasco restaurants and resorts officially announce Thanksgiving menus
Do not assume every restaurant serves a traditional Thanksgiving meal.
If Thanksgiving dinner is important to your trip, book as soon as confirmed menus are released.
Thanksgiving Weather in Rocky Point
Late November is one of the most comfortable times of year in Puerto Peñasco.
Expect cooler mornings and evenings than summer with pleasant daytime conditions.
Bring layers, particularly if you're taking a sunset cruise or spending time near the water after dark
Spend Thanksgiving at the Beach
One of the biggest advantages of a Rocky Point Thanksgiving is being able to spend part of the holiday weekend along the Sea of Cortez.
Popular beach areas include:
- Sandy Beach
- Playa Bonita
- The Shells
- Lookout
Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend
Sunset Cruise
A Sea of Cortez sunset is a memorable way to spend Thanksgiving weekend
Private Fishing
Take the family or group out on a private 4-, 6- or 8-hour fishing trip.
Horseback Riding
Enjoy a coastal horseback ride in cooler November temperatures.
RZR and Can-Am
Explore the desert outside Puerto Peñasco.
Visit the Malecon
Eat seafood, shop and enjoy the fishing harbor.
Restaurants
Puerto Peñasco has plenty of options beyond traditional Thanksgiving food.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Seafood
- Shrimp
- Tacos
- Mexican cuisine
- Ste
- Casual beach dining
- Resort restaurants
For Thanksgiving Day itself, check operating hours and make reservations where possible.
Driving From Arizona
The standard route is:
Lukeville → Sonoyta → Highway 8 → Puerto Peñasco
Before leaving:
- Check Lukeville border hours
- Carry proper travel documents
- Have Mexican auto insurance
- Check current road and weather conditions
Returning to Arizona
Sunday, November 29 May bring heavier northbound traffic.
Allow enough time for the drive to Sonoyta and the Lukeville border.
Do not plan your return so late that an unexpected delay puts you close to border closing time.
Book Early for a Holiday Weekend
Thanksgiving Weekend can be popular with families and groups traveling from Arizona.
Reserve:
- Lodging
- Thanksgiving dinner
- Sunset cruises
- Fishing trips
- Other activities
before the weekend whenever possible.
Plan Your Rocky Point Thanksgiving
Check these before leaving: