Before the turkey is carved and families gather around the Thanksgiving table, communities across Massachusetts come together for one of New England's most beloved holiday traditions: high school football.
From generations-old rivalries to packed bleachers filled with students, alumni, friends, and neighbors, Thanksgiving football is about much more than the final score. It's a celebration of hometown pride, friendly competition, and the traditions that connect our communities.
Whether you're cheering for your alma mater, supporting your local high school, or looking for a fun way to kick off the holiday, here's a guide to Thanksgiving football across MetroWest, Central Massachusetts, Greater Boston, and beyond.
Thanksgiving Week at Fenway Park
What could be more memorable than watching your hometown high school football team take the field at historic Fenway Park?
Four traditional rivalry games return to Fenway Park on Tuesday, November 24, and Wednesday, November 25, 2026, giving eight Massachusetts schools an unforgettable Thanksgiving-week experience.
Tuesday, November 24
- 5:00 PM: Cambridge Rindge & Latin vs. Somerville
- Approximately 8:00 PM: Canton vs. Stoughton
Wednesday, November 25
- 4:00 PM: Durfee vs. New Bedford
- Approximately 7:00 PM: Xaverian Brothers vs. St. John's Prep
Location: Fenway Park, 4 Jersey Street, Boston, MA
General admission tickets are listed at $20 per day, covering both games scheduled for that day. The second game each day is scheduled to begin approximately 40 minutes after the first game concludes.
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Thanksgiving Day Football Across Massachusetts
Thursday, November 26, 2026
For many families, Thanksgiving morning begins at the local football field. Whether it's a decades-old rivalry or a friendly competition between neighboring towns, these games are a wonderful reminder of what makes our communities special.
Most traditional Thanksgiving Day games begin at 10:00 AM. We've highlighted MetroWest and surrounding communities first, followed by additional rivalries across Massachusetts.
Game schedules, kickoff times, and venues are subject to change. Check with the participating schools before heading to a game.
MetroWest & Surrounding Communities
| Visiting Team | Home Team | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland | Hopkinton | 10 AM | Hughes Stadium, Hopkinton High School, Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton |
| Framingham | Natick | 10 AM | Natick High School athletic complex, 15 West Street, Natick |
| Medway | Millis | 10 AM | Millis High School, 245 Plain Street, Millis |
| Westwood | Holliston | 10 AM | Holliston High School athletic fields, 370 Hollis Street, Holliston |
| Wellesley | Needham | 10 AM | Memorial Field, 92 Rosemary Street, Needham |
| Hudson | Marlborough | 10 AM | Marlborough, game field to be confirmed |
| Nashoba Regional | Clinton | 10 AM | Clinton, game field entrance to be confirmed |
| West Boylston/Tahanto | Maynard | 10 AM | Alumni Field, 1 Tiger Drive, Maynard |
| Acton-Boxborough | Westford Academy | 10 AM | Westford Academy, 30 Patten Road, Westford |
| Wayland | Weston | 10 AM | Proctor Field, Weston High School, 444 Wellesley Street, Weston |
| Dover-Sherborn | Medfield | 10 AM | Medfield High School turf field, 88 South Street, Medfield |
| Franklin | King Philip Regional | 10 AM | King Philip Regional High School, 201 Franklin Street, Wrentham |
| Lincoln-Sudbury | Newton South | 10 AM | Newton South High School Stadium, 140 Brandeis Road, Newton |
| Lexington | Concord-Carlisle | 10 AM | Concord-Carlisle High School, 500 Walden Street, Concord |
| Westborough | Algonquin Regional | 10 AM | Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough |
Central Massachusetts & Worcester County
| Visiting Team | Home Team | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitchburg | Leominster | 10 AM | Doyle Field, 206 Priest Street, Leominster |
| Wachusett Regional | Shrewsbury | 10 AM | Shrewsbury High School athletic fields, 64 Holden Street, Shrewsbury |
| Grafton | Auburn | 10 AM | Auburn High School football field, 99 Auburn Street, Auburn |
| Millbury | Oxford | 10 AM | Oxford High School Stadium, 100 Carbuncle Drive, Oxford |
| Northbridge | Uxbridge | 10 AM | Uxbridge High School Stadium, 300 Quaker Highway, Uxbridge |
| Blackstone Valley RVT | Nipmuc Regional | 10 AM | Nipmuc Regional High School, 90 Pleasant Street, Upton |
Greater Boston, South Shore & Cape Cod
| Visiting Team | Home Team | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookline | Newton North | 10 AM | Newton North High School turf field, 360 Lowell Avenue, Newton |
| Bellingham | Norton | 10 AM | Veterans Memorial Field, Norton High School, 66 West Main Street, Norton |
| Norwood | Oliver Ames | 10 AM | Muscato Stadium, 100 Lothrop Street, North Easton |
| Mansfield | Foxborough | 10 AM | Sam Berns Community Field, 120 South Street, Foxborough |
| Boston English/New Mission | Boston Latin | 10 AM* | Boston area, 2026 venue to be announced |
| Boston College High | Catholic Memorial | 10 AM | Catholic Memorial athletic field, 235 Baker Street, West Roxbury |
| Braintree | Milton | 10 AM | Brooks Field, Milton High School, 25 Gile Road, Milton |
| Hingham | Scituate | 10 AM | Scituate High School football facilities, 606 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate |
| Duxbury | Marshfield | 10 AM | Marshfield High School Stadium Field, 167 Forest Street, Marshfield |
| North Quincy | Quincy | 10 AM | Veterans Memorial Stadium, 900 Hancock Street, Quincy |
| Weymouth | Walpole | 10 AM | Turco Field, Walpole High School, 275 Common Street, Walpole |
| Plymouth South | Plymouth North | 10 AM | Plymouth North High School turf field, 41 Obery Street, Plymouth |
| Falmouth | Barnstable | 10 AM | Barnstable High School football field, 744 West Main Street, Hyannis |
| Mashpee | Sandwich | 10 AM | Sandwich Middle High School Stadium, 365 Quaker Meeting House Road, East Sandwich |
| Wareham | Bourne | 10 AM | Jackson Field, 77 Waterhouse Road, Bourne |
More Than Just a Football Game
Some of these rivalries stretch back more than a century. The Needham-Wellesley rivalry began in 1882 and is recognized as the oldest public high school football rivalry in the country. Boston Latin and English High have their own remarkable history, with a Thanksgiving rivalry dating to 1887.
But you don't need a century of history to appreciate the atmosphere. There's something wonderful about seeing neighbors greet one another in the stands, former classmates reunite, and young athletes represent the towns they call home.
Whether Thanksgiving football has been a family tradition for generations or you're thinking of starting a new one, consider heading to a local game. Bundle up, grab a warm drink, and enjoy a little hometown spirit before the holiday festivities begin.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, good company, and the traditions that make New England feel like home!