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The perks of spending Thanksgiving solo

Thanksgiving isn’t necessarily a family holiday. Many Angelenos spend Turkey Day alone. But alone doesn’t have to mean lonely. The city is filled with Turkey Trots, holiday attractions at museums and parks, and open amusement parks.

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By Steve Chiotakis • Nov 28, 2019 • 1 min read

Thanksgiving isn’t necessarily a family holiday. Many Angelenos spend Turkey Day alone. But alone doesn’t have to mean lonely. The city is filled with Turkey Trots, holiday attractions at museums and parks, and open amusement parks.

Thanksgiving can be one of the best times to visit museums and public spaces because the crowds are gone. Michael Juliano with Time Out says if you’re not spending the day with extended family, now’s the time to tick things off your LA bucket list.

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    Steve Chiotakis

    Afternoon News Anchor

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Jenna Kagel

    Radio producer

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    Caleigh Wells

    Former KCRW climate reporter

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    Michael Juliano

    Editor at Time Out Los Angeles

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