Department of Parks
Kentucky State Parks Offering Thanksgiving Buffet

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky State Parks restaurants are preparing for one of the busiest days of the year – Thanksgiving Day.

All 17 resort park restaurants will be serving the annual Thanksgiving Day buffet on Nov. 26, a tradition for the parks and many families across Kentucky.

“Kentucky State Parks are happy to be part of the Thanksgiving tradition for many families,” said Parks Commissioner Gerry van der Meer. “Our staff works very hard and is proud to provide this special holiday meal for our guests.”

The buffet will include soups, cheeses and salads for starters. Entrees include turkey and dressing, baked ham, carved roast beef, and fried chicken. Vegetables include old fashioned candied yams, country-style green beans, and mashed potatoes with giblet gravy. There will be a variety of desserts including pecan pie and pumpkin pie.

The cost for the buffet will be $16.95 plus tax (drink included) for adults; $6.95 for children ages 6-12 and children 5 and under are free.

The buffet will operate from noon to 8 p.m. For more information about state parks and other park events, visit www.parks.ky.gov

Fall is a great time of year to stay at a state park lodge or cottage. The Kentucky State Parks are offering lodge rooms for $55 a night Sunday through Thursday. Some restrictions apply; not good on holidays. Visit www.parks.ky.gov to view a copy of the coupon for this discount.

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