With Thanksgiving officially kicking off the holiday season, it's time to shop 'til you drop, find that perfect tree and get out and enjoy all the festive attractions taking place during this magical time of year.

Check out the big six must-attend events happening around the country. If you can't make it out to one of these, we've got tons of great ideas for a jolly good time right in your own neighborhood.

The Big Six Must-Attend Events
This week's Big Six features arts, crafts and bit of jazz:

1. Festival of Trees in Allen Park, Mich.
Don't miss this annual fundraiser benefitting the Children's Hospital of Michigan.

2. Thanksgiving Weekend Craft Fest in Tarpon Springs, Fla.
Browse artwork and original goods from some of America's finest crafters.

3. Dixieland Jazz Festival in San Diego, Calif.
Celebrate jazz music at this five-day festival featuring great live entertainment.

4. The Christmas Carousel Holiday Festival in Raleigh, N.C.
Find unique one-of-a-kind gifts at the Triangle's premier Christmas show.

5. Kennedy Krieger Institute Festival of Trees in Timonium, Md.
Stroll through toy train gardens and gingerbread towns at this holiday extravaganza.

6. Seattle Center Winterfest 2009 in Seattle, Wash.
Kick off the season with ice skating, holiday music, a carousel and much more.

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Fantastic Dinner Ideas
Feeling stuffed from your Thanksgiving feast? Go for a light meal at a healthy restaurant. Also check for dining discounts near you.
Four More Dinner Ideas:
1. Warm up at America's best spots for mac and cheese.
2. Grab a quick bite at a neighborhood sandwich shop.
3. Spice up the weekdn at a Mexican restaurant near you.
4. Beat the bulge with diet-friendly Mediterranean cuisine.
Find more dining trends on Digital City and restaurants on When.

Movies You'll Want To See
Laugh out loud with Robin Williams and John Travolta in the comedy Old Dogs.
Four More Movies To See:
1. Zac Efron stars in the Indie drama Me and Orson Welles.
2. Check out some thrilling fight scenes in Ninja Assassin.
3. Embark on a post-apocalyptic thrill ride in The Road.
4. See if The Twilight Saga: New Moon is worth all the hype.
Find a theater near you on When.

Hot Nightlife
Dance off those extra calories at one of your city's hottest clubs. And see who's partying where on Going.com.
Four More Nightlife Ideas:
1. Get your drink on at one of your favorite neighborhood bars.
2. Find a cool concert or performance happening near you.
3. Grab a cold brew at one of America's top beer pubs.
4. Catch a show live on stage at one of your local theaters.
Find more nightlife trends on Digital City.

Kids & Family Fun
Bask the holiday spirit at these festive attractions and light shows. And check out ParentDish for more family-friendly fun.
Four More Family Fun Ideas:
1. Head out to one of these top tree lighting events.
2. Take little passengers on a baby-friendly cruise.
3. Go for a skate at the country's coolest ice rinks.
4. Treat the kids at a neighborhood ice cream parlor.