Yes, Thanksgiving is a time for, well, thanks. But it also means hours of uninterrupted time with family and friends—minutes that you need to fill. Don't worry; we've got you covered.

Time to Get Out of the House? Family members taller than 48 inches can snap photos of each other as they climb the REI–Denver Flagship Climbing Pinnacle [2]. The wall is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and costs $10 for the first climb.

Sick of Leftovers? Split a signature pizza like the Mile High Club Pie or the JB and catch live music at The Walnut Room [3] or stop by Steuben’s [4] for some good old American diner food. 

Don't Want to Decorate at Home? As part of Downtown Denver’s Winter in the City [5], downtown Denver’s buildings from Union Station to the City and County building will be aglow with Christmas lights. Be part of the countdown on November 25 at 6 p.m. Or drive around, get lost, and discover some new neighborhoods. 

Need to Work Some Calories Off? Venture to Rocky Mountain National Park [6] and take a hike to explore Bear Lake (a tourists' favorite). If you want to stay closer to home, pack a picnic lunch and spend a day in City Park [7] (bring a football or a disc to toss around). 

Need a Drink? Beauty Bar [8] is home to Martinis and Manicures Happy Hour where $10 gets you an express manicure and a specialty cocktail. Happy hour is Tuesday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Or your whiskey-loving friends can sip on the good stuff after touring Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey [9] distillery. These 30- to 45-minute tours give guests a full understanding of how the whiskey is made with free samples at the end. Tours are Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays starting at 10 a.m. Visit stranahans.com [10] for reservations.

—Image courtesy of VISIT DENVER.