Looking for a free Thanksgiving event for your family in South Phoenix? Goals for Life invites you to the 33rd Annual South Phoenix Thanksgiving Community Celebration on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission is free for the whole family.
Event details at a glance
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Place: NFL YET College Prep Academy, 222 E Olympic Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85042 (get directions)
- Cost: Free
What your family will find
- Free Thanksgiving turkeys, first come, first served. No registration is needed, so plan to arrive early.
- A chance to win a $1,000 grand prize.
- $10,000 in Fry’s gift card raffles.
- Live music, food trucks, a petting zoo and activities for kids.
- The Goals for Life table, where families can learn about our free soccer, science and wellness programs.
Tips for the day
- Arrive early. Turkeys are given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Bring the whole family. There are activities for kids of all ages.
- Stop by our table. Ask about youth soccer teams, family science and astronomy sessions, and college readiness for families.
Want to help? Volunteer with Goals for Life
We are looking for volunteers to welcome families on November 14. No experience needed. Sign up to volunteer and we will get back to you. Companies that want to support families this season can also make a tax-deductible gift.
Frequently asked questions
Is the event really free? Yes. Admission is free and so are the turkeys, while supplies last.
Do I need to register for a turkey? No. Turkeys are first come, first served.
Is there information in Spanish? Yes. Goals for Life serves families in English and Spanish.
En español: Thanksgiving gratis en South Phoenix
¿Buscas un evento gratis de Thanksgiving para tu familia en South Phoenix? Goals for Life te invita a la 33.ª Celebración Comunitaria de Thanksgiving el sábado 14 de noviembre de 2026, de 10:00 a. m. a 1:30 p. m., en NFL YET College Prep Academy (222 E Olympic Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85042). Habrá pavos gratis por orden de llegada (sin registro, ¡llega temprano!), un gran premio de $1,000, rifas de tarjetas de regalo de Fry’s por $10,000, música en vivo, food trucks, mini zoológico y actividades para niños. Visita nuestra mesa para conocer nuestros programas gratuitos de fútbol, ciencia y bienestar. ¿Quieres ser voluntario? Escríbenos.
Un Equipo. Un Gol. Una Celebración para Todos. Learn more about our programs or read the event announcement.
