Thanksgiving Guidance

Celebrate Without Gathering 

The Santa Cruz County Health Officer, along with other local health officials, have released a joint statement offering guidance on how to safely celebrate the upcoming holidays.  Please remember that State Health Officer Orders are still in effect. Thanksgiving gatherings, celebrations, events, or parties with non-household members are not permitted unless they comply with social distancing guidelines. 

The safest way to celebrate this holiday season is virtually or ONLY with members of your household. Gathering with people outside your household – even extended family – increases the risk of getting and spreading COVID-19.

Enjoy the Holidays Without Gathering:

  • Enjoy holiday traditions at home with your household
  • Decorate your home and/or yard
  • Share a virtual meal with family and friends
  • Host online parties and/or contests
  • Prepare meals using traditional recipes and deliver to family and neighbors
  • Attend holiday movie nights at drive-in venues
  • Visit holiday-themed outdoor art installations
  • Participate in drive-by events where everyone stays in their vehicle

IF gathering: Keep it Small, Short, Stable, & Safe

  • Small: gatherings of no more than 3 separate households
  • Short: No more than 2 hours time
  • Stable: Only spend time with households you've already been in contact with (your "pod" or "bubble)
  • Safe: Wear masks and stay 6-feet apart 

 

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