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]

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

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.

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]

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

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]

"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]

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.