# Metzgiving Thanksgiving Dinner at Mendez Recreation Center

> Event for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 12 · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendez Recreation Center, 2407 Canterbury St., Austin, TX 78746
- Ages: all ages
- Price: FREE Thanksgiving meal
- Organizer: Austin Parks and Recreation – Mendez Recreation Center
- Official page: https://www.austintexas.gov/parks/locations/rodolfo-rudy-mendez-recreation-center
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Rodolfo 'Rudy' Mendez Recreation Center in East Austin hosts Metzgiving, a free community Thanksgiving meal two weeks before the holiday. Neighbors of all ages share a Thanksgiving dinner outdoors, with entertainment, vendors, door prizes and a photo booth. No ID is required, and the event is open to everyone, which makes it a warm, low-key holiday outing for families with children. It is held outside, weather permitting, so bring a jacket. Volunteers and vendors can sign up through the recreation center.

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