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10 Bars Open Thanksgiving Day

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Too much turkey, too much football, too much family entertainment? Here are ten options for some Thanksgiving Day fun for those over 21.


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Proof on Main

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The stylish bar at 21c will be open until the last plates clear from Proof's Thanksgiving service, probably between 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. [Image: Proof official site]

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville

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An authentically restored, early 1900's bar featuring an expansive bourbon collection is a great place to escape relatives.

Sully's Saloon

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Sully's usual "Thursday night house party" (featuring a beer pong tournament, drink specials and no cover) will be ready for action even on Thanksgiving.

Nach Bar

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Laid back, quirky bar with a large selection of beer and liquor. Opens 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. [Image: Yelp]

Phoenix Hill Tavern

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Thanksgiving Night is "Gobblestock," with live bands, "turkey trot fox shots," "turkey bowling" and more for a $15 admission. Doors open at 7 p.m. [Image: Phoenix Hill/Facebook]

O'Shea's Irish Pub

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Beer and music can be found at the Baxter Avenue outpost of O'Shea's on Thanksgiving Day beginning at 7 p.m.

Cahoots

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Cahoots bills itself as "a place for strong drinks, ... great live music and unique people," which may beat cranky relatives hands down.

The Back Door

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The Back Door describes itself as "one of the friendliest bars in Louisville," where "newcomers and out-of-town visitors can relax and mingle." Opens 6 p.m. Thanksgiving Day. [Image: Back Door official site]

Sergio's World Beers

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"Home to over 1000 beers," Sergio's may very well be more enlightening and educational than your Thanksgiving crowd. Open from 2 p.m. [Image: Yelp]

Bluegrass Brewing Company

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The Shelbyville Road outpost has been here for 20 years. The kitchen's closed for Thanksgiving, but the bar will be open at 7 p.m.

Proof on Main

The stylish bar at 21c will be open until the last plates clear from Proof's Thanksgiving service, probably between 9 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. [Image: Proof official site]

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville

An authentically restored, early 1900's bar featuring an expansive bourbon collection is a great place to escape relatives.

Sully's Saloon

Sully's usual "Thursday night house party" (featuring a beer pong tournament, drink specials and no cover) will be ready for action even on Thanksgiving.

Nach Bar

Laid back, quirky bar with a large selection of beer and liquor. Opens 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. [Image: Yelp]

Phoenix Hill Tavern

Thanksgiving Night is "Gobblestock," with live bands, "turkey trot fox shots," "turkey bowling" and more for a $15 admission. Doors open at 7 p.m. [Image: Phoenix Hill/Facebook]

O'Shea's Irish Pub

Beer and music can be found at the Baxter Avenue outpost of O'Shea's on Thanksgiving Day beginning at 7 p.m.

Cahoots

Cahoots bills itself as "a place for strong drinks, ... great live music and unique people," which may beat cranky relatives hands down.

The Back Door

The Back Door describes itself as "one of the friendliest bars in Louisville," where "newcomers and out-of-town visitors can relax and mingle." Opens 6 p.m. Thanksgiving Day. [Image: Back Door official site]

Sergio's World Beers

"Home to over 1000 beers," Sergio's may very well be more enlightening and educational than your Thanksgiving crowd. Open from 2 p.m. [Image: Yelp]

Bluegrass Brewing Company

The Shelbyville Road outpost has been here for 20 years. The kitchen's closed for Thanksgiving, but the bar will be open at 7 p.m.