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Austin Parks describes a drive-through pickup of a turkey, sides and dessert, but does not publish eligibility or collection rules. The 9 a.m. start is earlier than the recreation center’s posted Saturday opening time.

All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
The Turkey Drive is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.—an hour before George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center’s regular Saturday opening time. The center’s posted hours do not establish when event access begins, so confirm the pickup arrangements before setting out.
Austin Parks describes a drive-through pickup that includes a turkey, sides and dessert. The listing does not name the side dishes or dessert, so it is a broad description rather than a published menu.
The same event page also displays “Virtual Event,” without explaining how that label relates to the drive-through description. Call George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center at 512-974-3840 to confirm the format and how to arrive.
Further reading: Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗

The Turkey Drive is listed for 9–11 a.m. The recreation center’s general Saturday hours are posted as 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; those facility hours do not say whether event-specific access begins earlier. Ask the center about the 9 a.m. start and the pickup entrance or route.
Further reading: Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
The listing does not say who is eligible, whether registration or identification is required, or whether there are limits per person or vehicle. It also provides no supply details, accessibility arrangements, or alternative for people who cannot use a drive-through.
No admission fee or food cost is stated. If eligibility, access, quantity or cost will affect your plans, confirm those details with the center before traveling.
Further reading: Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
5801 Ainez Dr., Austin, TX 78744.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
The center lists 512-974-3840. Its posted general Saturday hours begin at 10 a.m., while the pickup is scheduled to start at 9 a.m.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
The event listing gives no admission fee or food cost. Confirm whether any charge applies.
The event is listed at George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center, 5801 Ainez Dr., Austin, TX 78744. The event page links to Google Maps, which can calculate directions from your starting point. The listing does not provide transit or parking instructions, or an event-specific vehicle entrance or route.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
The description says drive-through, but the page also shows an unexplained “Virtual Event” label. Call the center at 512-974-3840 to confirm the format and arrival instructions.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
A turkey, sides and dessert. The event page does not name the specific sides or dessert.
No. It gives no eligibility, registration, identification or pickup-limit information; contact the center before traveling if these details affect your plans.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
The listing states no admission fee or food cost. Check with the center about any charge.
Turkey Drive | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center | Austin Parks and Recreation | AustinTexas.gov ↗
5801 Ainez Dr., Austin, TX 78744
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