Palmetto Dunes Resort News - November 2026

Santa Returns to Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina

Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina merchants will be hosting a Day-after-Thanksgiving “Santa and Shopping Day” on Friday, November 27 for visits with Santa from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m. Santa will arrive at 12 noon aboard a fire truck! Additional kids activities from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. will include bounce houses and train rides (for an additional cost) along with holiday music.

The first 250 kids will be given a gingerbread cookie to take home! This event is free and open to the public, but please bring a new unwrapped toy or canned items for the Deep Well Project.

Get Out on the Water & Save 20%!

There’s no better way to soak up Hilton Head’s beauty than from the water with Shelter Cove Marina Boat Rentals! For a limited time, enjoy 20% off boat rentals through the end of the year when you book by October 31. There's no better time to book your lowcountry adventure. Use promo code ALOHA20 when booking.

**This promotion is available for new boat rentals from now through December 31, 2026, and is not valid with any other promotions. Excludes tax, fees and fuel. Must be applied at time of booking. Expires 12/31/2026

Thanksgiving at Palmetto Dunes

General Store Thanksgiving Carry-Out Enjoy smoked Boston butt, ribs, or chicken,  plus sides and desserts. Order by November 22 at 2 p.m. for  pick up 8 a.m. - noon on November 26th.  View menu here. PRE-ORDER ONLINE >	Big Jim's Thanksgiving Dine-In Thursday, November 26 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. $28.95++ per person Orders for 4 or more people will be plated family style VIEW MENU >
Big Jim's Thanksgiving Family Pack To-Go $150 | Feeds 4 - 6 people Pack includes 3 lbs sliced herb roasted  turkey, cranberry sauce, choice of 2 sides and choice of dessert. Add ons are available! All orders must be placed by Monday, November 23 at 12 noon. PRE-ORDER ONLINE >	Thanksgiving at Alexander's Join us for a Prix Fixe Thanksgiving meal. $75 per person & $28 Children’s Turkey Dinner with dessert (under 12) (includes tax & gratuity). JOIN THE WAITLIST >

Happenings and Events at Alexander's

Wine Dinners:
Thursday, November 19: There are limited spots available for our very last wine dinner of the year! Reserve your seat while you still can for our Beni di Batasiolo Piemonte wine dinner.
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Brunch with Santa at Alexander's: Join us at Alexander's for Brunch with Santa, Sunday, December 20 with two seatings at 10:15 a.m. & 12 p.m. Your reservation includes complimentary photos with the big man himself! Reservations are required.
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Early Dining is back Monday-Thursday (holidays excluded) until 5:45 p.m. and offers select favorites from the Alexander's menu.
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Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5k

Join us for the Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 26! The family-friendly Turtle Trot is a 5k run/walk on the beach in Palmetto Dunes. The race starts at 8 a.m. from the Dunes House.

Advanced online registration is required for $35 for adults and $20 for kids 12 and under. Race registration includes a t-shirt. Race packet pick-up will be November 23-25 at the PDPOA Office - 16 Queens Folly Rd.

Spread Some Love & Cheer For The Holidays

E-Gift Cards can be purchased online. To ensure the safety of your personal data, gift cards are available for purchase in our secure online store or in person at resort pro shops or the Welcome Center only. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email giftcards@palmettodunes.com.

Holiday Lights Display

This December, take a stroll through our version of a winter wonderland, as Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina transforms into a colorful affair. Stroll the promenade, where the harbour & marina will be decorated with holiday lights and enjoy everything a Lowcountry "winter" has to offer.

Discover More on YouTube and TikTok

Dive into the beauty and excitement of Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort! Experience the best of Palmetto Dunes! From golf tips and pickleball action to beach views and family fun, catch it all on YouTube & our new TikTok pages, @palmetto.dunes & @palmetto.dunes.golf.

We are hiring!

We’re always looking for enthusiastic new members for the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort team. Palmetto Dunes Resort's unmatched work environment offers amazing privileges, training and the best benefits Hilton Head Island has to offer. If you think you’d be interested in being a part of the premier family, golf, tennis, pickleball and beach resort on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, browse our current employment opportunities.

Be sure to follow Palmetto Dunes on Facebook to stay up to date on all happenings and deals throughout the year!

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