Thanksgiving in the Texas Hill Country: Skip the Hosting, Bring the Family to a Cabin
By Gordon Cook · October 19, 2026
The short answer: Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Al's Hideaway in Pipe Creek has 13 log cabins, pull-through RV sites up to 85 feet, and a covered pavilion and outdoor kitchen open to all guests for the big meal. Boerne's Dickens on Main is November 27–28, about 15 minutes away. Book direct with code FUN for 10% off 2+ nights.
Howdy, friends.
Every November I hear the same story. Somebody's hosting Thanksgiving again. The house is too small, the guest room is full of boxes, and half the family is sleeping on air mattresses in the living room. By Friday everybody's tired and nobody's had any real time together.
This year, try something different. Bring the whole bunch out to the Hill Country and let the land do the hosting.
Room to Spread Out
Out here in Pipe Creek we've got 13 handcrafted log cabins on 20 acres, with two creeks running through the property. Grandparents can have their own cabin. The cousins can have theirs. Everybody gets a real bed, a door that closes, and a porch to sit on with a cup of coffee in the morning.
Four of our one-bedroom cabins have full kitchens, so if somebody insists on making their famous pie from scratch, they can. And if your family comes with a motorhome, our RV sites are all pull-throughs up to 85 feet long. No backing in, no stress.
A Place for the Big Meal
Every family needs one table where everybody fits. Our covered pavilion and outdoor kitchen are open to all our guests, and they're made for exactly that. Smoke the turkey, fry it, or bring it already carved. Pull the tables together and eat outside under the oak trees the way Thanksgiving ought to feel.
When the plates are cleared, build a fire and stay a while. There's no city glow out here, so after dark the sky fills up with more stars than most folks have seen in years. The kids will remember that long after they forget what was on the menu.
The Day After Thanksgiving
Friday doesn't have to be about shopping lines. Boerne is about 15 minutes down Highway 46, and Dickens on Main runs Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, with Victorian costumes, carolers, and the whole town lit up for Christmas. Boerne's been getting plenty of attention lately as one of the merriest Christmas towns in the country, and this is the weekend it starts to show.
Bandera is 15 minutes the other way if your crew would rather walk Main Street, see real cowboys, and do a little Christmas shopping in the Cowboy Capital of the World.
If you'd rather stay put, that's fine too. Walk the creeks, throw a football in the field, or take a nap. Nobody out here is keeping score.
Bring the Dog
We're pet-friendly, so the four-legged family members don't have to spend the holiday at a kennel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stay for Thanksgiving in the Texas Hill Country?
Al's Hideaway in Pipe Creek has 13 handcrafted log cabins, 10 full-hookup pull-through RV sites up to 85 feet, and 9 cowboy campsites on 20 acres with two creeks. It is about 15 minutes from Bandera and Boerne and about 45 minutes from San Antonio.
Is there a place for a big family Thanksgiving meal?
Yes. Our covered pavilion and outdoor kitchen are open to all guests, so the whole family can gather for the big meal. Four of our one-bedroom cabins also have full kitchens.
When is Dickens on Main in Boerne in 2026?
Dickens on Main runs Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, 2026, over Thanksgiving weekend in downtown Boerne. Check the City of Boerne for times before you go.
Is there a discount for booking direct?
Yes. Book direct on our website and use promo code FUN for 10% off stays of two nights or more.
Plan Ahead for Thanksgiving Week
Thanksgiving week fills up, especially our bigger cabins and group stays, so don't wait too long. Check availability and book direct and use promo code FUN for 10% off stays of two nights or more. Questions? Text us at 830-510-1883 or call 830-510-3331, and we'll help you figure out the right cabins for your crew.
And if you're already thinking about December, check out our Cowboy Christmas guide for parades, light shows, and holiday events around Bandera and Boerne.
Whatever your table looks like this year, I hope it's full.
Happy Trails.
Be Safe & God Bless.
— Al