Thanksgiving in Malibu 2026: Dining & Events | The Malibu Life

November 12, 2026

Thanksgiving in Malibu 2026: Dining & Events | The Malibu Life

November Notes · Malibu Living

Thankful for Malibu

Thanksgiving table set on a Malibu terrace overlooking the Pacific Ocean at sunset

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reflecting on the people and relationships that make this community feel like home. Here are a few of our favorite ways to celebrate, connect, and enjoy Malibu this November.

A Note of Thanks

A note of thanks from The Malibu Life team

From Madison, Jennifer, and all of us at The Malibu Life, thank you for being part of our community. We’re so grateful for the trust, collaboration, and friendships we’ve built with our clients, colleagues, neighbors, and local partners. It means a great deal to be part of this place and to share it with all of you.

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and happy Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Dinner in Malibu

If someone else is doing the cooking this year, several Malibu restaurants have posted their Thanksgiving menus and are now taking reservations.

Thanksgiving dinner plated at an oceanfront Malibu restaurant

Geoffrey’s Malibu

An all-day, three-course menu for $98 per adult, with turkey, seafood, steak, duck, and a mushroom-and-tofu entrée to choose from. Children 12 and under are $72 for two courses.

View Geoffrey’s Thanksgiving Menu

Carbon Beach Club at Malibu Beach Inn

A three-course dinner served from 4–9 PM for $110 per guest, featuring roasted turkey, prime rib, or Dungeness crab bucatini.

View the Carbon Beach Club Menu

Marmalade Cafe

For something more relaxed, Marmalade’s three-course Thanksgiving dinner starts at $44.99, with turkey, salmon, or ravioli. The Malibu location also offers Thanksgiving catering.

View Marmalade’s Menu & Reservations

November Events in Malibu

Sunlit Malibu artist studio with handmade ceramics overlooking the Santa Monica Mountains

Rain Barrel Distribution

Saturday, November 14 · 9–11 AM · Malibu City Hall

Registered Malibu residents can pick up as many as two free 50-gallon rain barrels through the City’s partnership with West Basin Municipal Water District.

Learn More & Register

“Sea and Stone” Art Exhibition Reception

Sunday, November 15 · 12–2 PM · Malibu City Hall

Meet local artist Nancy Wise at the opening reception for her new exhibition. Admission is complimentary.

View Event Details

Monte Nido Art Walk

Saturday, November 21 · 11 AM–4 PM · Monte Nido

Stroll or drive through the neighborhood to visit local artist studios and discover original artwork, ceramics, florals, and handmade goods.

Get the Art Walk Details

“Giving Thanks” Malibu Coast Musical Soirées

Sunday, November 22 & Monday, November 23 · Reception 7 PM · Music 7:30 PM

An intimate evening of classical music with the Malibu Coast String Quartet and Voices & Violas. Reservations are required; general admission is $45.

Reserve Your Seats

Malibu Education Foundation Holiday Tree Lot

Opening Friday, November 27 · Malibu High School

The annual tree lot returns with Christmas trees, wreaths, and garland, with Malibu High School students and local school groups helping run the event.

Get the Tree Lot Details

Give Back This Thanksgiving

The Malibu Community Thanksgiving Dinner is looking for volunteers of all ages and welcomes donations for its guest care bags. It’s a longtime local tradition built around sharing a meal and lending a hand.

Volunteer or View the Wishlist

With Gratitude, and Here When You’re Ready

Thank you for reading and for being part of The Malibu Life community. If you’re thinking about selling in the new year, we’d be honored to help you plan your next chapter, with the same care we bring to this place we all call home.

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