Thanksgiving at Lake Oconee Made Easy
Thanksgiving is a time for cherished traditions, like watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade or enjoying "A Charlie Brown's Thanksgiving" with loved ones. No matter what your holiday looks like, make it easy and hassle free. Need a helping hand with your menu? There are options! Consider ordering a full meal or just the sweets for a delicious Thanksgiving Day. Hosting out-of-town guests and need to get things spruced up? Looking for activities the family can enjoy? We have a few ideas to help you savor every bit of the holiday.
Local Help for a Stress-Free Holiday
City Market
Delicious Sides & Casseroles
Skip the stress and bring the comfort of home-cooked flavor to your Thanksgiving table with City Market’s homemade sides and casseroles. From creamy Green Bean Casserole and buttery Mashed Potatoes to southern favorites like Cornbread Dressing and Sweet Potato Casserole, every dish is made to pair perfectly with your main course. Don’t miss their Sausage, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Casserole—ideal for Thanksgiving morning! You can even elevate your holiday grazing with a beautifully arranged Charcuterie Board (available in small or large sizes).
Sweet Treats for the Season
No Thanksgiving is complete without dessert! City Market’s homemade pies make it easy to end your meal on a sweet note. Choose from Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Fudge Pie, or Apple Pie—each one baked with care and ready to impress your guests.
How to Order
Orders must be placed by Saturday, November 22nd at 4:00 PM for pickup on Wednesday, November 26th at 12 noon at City Market’s downtown location.
📍 Scratchers Creek City Market – 112 West Broad Street
📞 706-454-2155
📧 scratcherscreekcitymarket@gmail.com
Make your holiday delicious and stress-free—City Market has Thanksgiving covered!
Patisserie on Main – Sweet Traditions Baked Fresh for Thanksgiving
Handcrafted Pies & Tarts
This Thanksgiving, let Patisserie on Main bring a taste of Parisian charm to your holiday table. Each pie and tart is lovingly handcrafted with fresh ingredients and time-honored recipes. Choose from classics like Double Crust Apple Pie, made with 3 pounds of Granny Smith apples, or the decadent Bourbon Pecan Pie, filled with bourbon, butter, brown sugar, and pecans.
Their Pumpkin Pie, featuring a house spice blend and whipped cream, delivers that nostalgic holiday flavor we all crave. If you’re looking for something unique, the Apple Spice Cake - a family favorite - is perfectly balanced with apple and spice. Or indulge in creamy delights like the Banana Cream Pie and Chocolate Cream Pie, the latter topped with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of elegance.
How to Order
Pre-orders are open now through Friday, November 22nd at 3:00 PM.
📍 Patisserie on Main – 129 South Main Street, Madison, GA 30650
Celebrate Thanksgiving the sweet way—with pies and tarts from Patisserie on Main!
Thanksgiving Day Sweet Treats and Baked Goods from Sweet Kneads
Pies, Casseroles & Holiday Favorites
No Lake Oconee Thanksgiving is complete without a stop at Sweet Kneads Bakery & Café. Their holiday menu is filled with homemade favorites that make hosting effortless and delicious. Choose from a mouthwatering selection of freshly baked pies, including Apple, Pumpkin, Cherry, Pecan, Fruit of the Forest, Strawberry Cream, Chocolate Meringue, and the unforgettable Killer Peanut Butter Pie.
Round out your spread with comforting side dishes and casseroles like Sweet Potato Casserole, Cornbread Dressing, Green Bean Casserole, and Beer Mac & Cheese—each one crafted from scratch with signature Sweet Kneads flavor.
Breakfasts, Breads & More
Hosting overnight guests? Sweet Kneads also offers quiche, muffins, bagels, and sticky buns—perfect for easy morning meals. Their Spinach & Feta or Broccoli & Swiss Quiches make an elegant breakfast centerpiece, while their Cinnamon Rolls and Tea Breads add a sweet touch to any table.
How to Order
Orders must be placed by Sunday, November 17th, with pickup available Tuesday, November 25th, and Wednesday, November 26th (no pickups before 10 a.m.).
📍 Sweet Kneads Bakery & Café – Lake Oconee
📞 706-484-1588
This Thanksgiving, skip the stress and savor the sweetness—Sweet Kneads makes it simple to serve homemade flavor without the work.
Get Your House Ready For Company
ArtScape – Beautify Your Landscape This Holiday Season
Tree & Shrub Beautification
Give your yard a fresh, polished look before the holidays with ArtScape’s Tree and Shrub Beautification Services. Their experts specialize in creating healthy, well-shaped greenery that enhances your property’s natural beauty year-round. Whether it’s selective pruning, fertilization, or seasonal care, ArtScape helps your trees and shrubs look their best—just in time for your Thanksgiving guests to admire.
Tree Planting with Taylor Select Trees
If you’re ready to elevate your landscape even more, explore ArtScape’s Taylor Select Trees—hand-selected, high-quality trees chosen for beauty, durability, and long-term growth. From shade trees to ornamentals, ArtScape’s team ensures every planting is positioned and cared for to thrive in Lake Country’s unique climate.
Learn more about their full range of services at art-scape-inc.com.
This season, let ArtScape turn your outdoor spaces into something truly beautiful to be thankful for.
C&M Lawn Care – A Picture-Perfect Yard for the Holidays
Professional Lawn Care & Maintenance
Make a great first impression when family and friends arrive this Thanksgiving with a yard that looks its best. The team at C&M Lawn Care provides expert lawn maintenance and seasonal services to keep your property looking lush, clean, and inviting all year long.
Whether you need regular mowing, edging, or fall cleanup before the big gathering, C&M Lawn Care handles every detail with precision and pride. Their commitment to quality and local expertise ensures your outdoor spaces look as welcoming as your home inside.
Get your lawn holiday-ready this season with C&M Lawn Care—Lake Oconee’s trusted choice for beautiful, well-kept landscapes.
Grant Decor – Brighten Your Holidays with Outdoor Lighting
Landscape, Patio & Holiday Lighting
If you’re ready to make your home shine this season, Grant Decor has you covered. Whether you’re adding soft, ambient lighting to your landscape or patio or going all out with Christmas light installations, their expert team can transform your outdoor space into something magical.
From elegant accents for your outdoor kitchen to festive displays that celebrate the holiday spirit, Grant Decor helps you bring warmth and beauty to your home’s exterior—all while handling the hard work for you.
Make this holiday season merry and bright with Grant Decor’s professional outdoor lighting services!
Merry Maids of Lake Oconee and Madison – A Sparkling Home for the Holidays
Professional Cleaning Before (and After) the Feast
Preparing to host Thanksgiving or welcome guests for the holidays? Let the trusted team at Merry Maids of Lake Oconee and Madison take care of the cleaning, so you can focus on what really matters—family, friends, and food!
From deep-cleaning kitchens and guest rooms to freshening up living spaces before your big meal, their professionals make your home shine from top to bottom. And after the feast, they’re there to help restore calm with expert post-holiday clean-up.
Call or request a quote at (706) 550-6466.
Enjoy a spotless, stress-free season with Merry Maids—your local cleaning experts who make every home holiday-ready!
Head Out of Town for Thanksgiving
EZTravel – Your Effortless Thanksgiving Getaway
Last-Minute Luxury, Made Simple
Looking for an easy escape this Thanksgiving? It doesn’t get any easier than having Russ and Meg of EZTravel plan your last-minute luxury getaway. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy cabin in the mountains, a beachfront resort, or a spontaneous family trip, their expert team handles every detail—from flights and accommodations to curated experiences—so you can simply pack and go.
EZTravel specializes in personalized travel planning that makes even last-minute trips feel seamless and stress-free. Wherever you’re headed, they’ll make sure your Thanksgiving is full of memories, not logistics.
This season, skip the stress and let EZTravel turn your “what if” into “we’re on our way!”
Gil’s Automotive Services – Get Road-Trip Ready Before You Go
Head Out of Town for Thanksgiving with Confidence
If you’re planning to hit the road this Thanksgiving, make sure your vehicle is ready for the trip with a visit to Gil’s Automotive Services. Their certified technicians provide comprehensive inspections and maintenance to keep you and your family safe on the highway.
From oil changes and brake checks to tire rotations and fluid top-offs, Gil’s ensures your car runs smoothly for the miles ahead. They proudly service European, Asian, Domestic, and Classic Cars, using state-of-the-art diagnostics and trusted local expertise.
Whether you’re heading across the state or just across the lake, peace of mind starts under the hood—at Gil’s Automotive Services.
Wrap Up Your Holiday, Lake Oconee Style
When the plates are cleared and the pie is gone, keep the Thanksgiving spirit going with a little local fun. Bundle up the family, grab your camera, and explore Lake Country’s colorful murals for a memory-making outing everyone will enjoy.
📸 Snap a “Postcard” Photo at a Local Mural
Looking for a quick, free, and photo-worthy family activity? Check out our guide to the most Instagram-able murals around the Lake Oconee area—the perfect way to wrap up your Thanksgiving weekend with a smile.
👉 See the list here.
From our Lake Oconee Life family to yours—wishing you a happy, delicious, and stress-free Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving,
Your friends at Lake Oconee Life
“It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Christmas at Lake Oconee” coming soon!