100+ Thanksgiving Jokes That Will Have Everyone Gobbling With Laughter

Thanksgiving dinner is a time for gratitude, delicious food, and, of course, hearty laughter. Whether you’re entertaining a table full of relatives, keeping the kids engaged while the turkey roasts, or just want to add a sparkle to your Friendsgiving, these side-splitting Thanksgiving jokes are guaranteed to turn your feast into a festival of giggles. From turkey puns to Pilgrim quips, these jokes are perfect for everyone—kids, adults, and even those who claim they’re only here for the pumpkin pie!

Table of Contents

• Turkey Thanksgiving Jokes
• Thanksgiving Knock-Knock Jokes
• Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids
• Thanksgiving Jokes for Adults
• Pilgrim and History Jokes
• Food and Feast Jokes
• Family and Dinner Table Jokes
• Short and One-Liner Thanksgiving Jokes
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Turkey Thanksgiving Jokes

• Why did the turkey bring a microphone? He was ready to roast.
• Which side of a turkey has more feathers? The outside.
• Is that your pop-up timer or are you just happy to see me?
• What do you get when you cross a turkey with a centipede? Drumsticks for everyone!
• Why did the turkey stand on stilts? Because nobody eats flamingoes for Thanksgiving dinner.
• What kind of turkey requires ID? Wild Turkey.
• What did the turkey say when he met the president? Pardon me.
• How does a turkey travel? By gravy train.
• What do you call a turkey the day after Thanksgiving? Lucky!
• What did the turkey say to his real estate agent? Turn-key only.
• Why do turkeys hate the Thanksgiving table? They’re a fowl sight.
• How did the roasted Turkey flirt? “Hey, I just met you, and this is gravy, but here’s my stuffing, so carve me maybe.”
• What sound does a space turkey make? Hubble, hubble, hubble.
• Why can’t you take a turkey to church? Because they use fowl language.
• Why don’t turkeys eat on Thanksgiving? Because they’re stuffed!
• What do you call a running turkey? Fast food!

Thanksgiving Knock-Knock Jokes

• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Arthur.
  Arthur who?
  Arthur any leftovers?
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Olive.
  Olive who?
  Olive your stuffing. Pass me some more!
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Harry.
  Harry who?
  Harry up! I’m hungry for pie!
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Yam.
  Yam who?
  Yam I having seconds or what?
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Butter.
  Butter who?
  Butter open up, or the turkey gets cold!
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Wattle.
  Wattle who?
  Wattle you do with all these leftovers?
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Hope.
  Hope who?
  Hope you saved room for dessert!
• Knock knock.
  Who’s there?
  Cran.
• Cran who?
  Cran you pass the gravy?

Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids

• What do you get if you cross a turkey with a ghost? A poultry-geist!
• Why did the cranberries turn red? Because they saw the turkey dressing!
• What key has legs but can’t open doors? A turkey!
• Why do potatoes argue at the dinner table? Because they can’t see eye to eye!
• Where do turkeys go if they want to dance? The Butter Ball.
• What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert? Peach gobbler!
• Why did the turkey sit at the dinner table? To gobble up his food!
• What’s a potato’s favorite game to play? MASH.
• Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving? Because the chicken got away.
• How does a pumpkin listen to music? On a gourd-eophone!
• Who should you invite to your Friendsgiving? Your close group of Palgrims.

Thanksgiving Jokes for Adults

• Is that your pop-up timer, or are you just excited for dessert?
• Thanksgiving: the one holiday where you eat the mascot.
• Why do Thanksgiving pants come with elastic waists? So you can have a second helping of pie, no questions asked.
• Thanksgiving with family: proving that your relatives know how to push your buttons just as well as they can push your stuffing.
• What’s the best way to stuff a turkey? Serve it with three kinds of pie and a side of wine.
• Why is Thanksgiving a basic meal? Because of the pumpkin spice.
• How do you handle awkward Thanksgiving political debates? Pass the gravy and change the subject.
• What did one plate say to the other? Lunch is on me.

Pilgrim and History Jokes

• Why did the Pilgrims sail the ocean? To get to the other side.
• What did the Pilgrim wear to dinner? His har-vest suit.
• Why did the Pilgrims’ pants keep falling down? Because their belt buckles were on their hats!
• What’s the official dance of Thanksgiving? The Plymouth Rock.
• Why did the Pilgrim eat a candle? He wanted a light snack.
• If April showers bring May flowers, what do Mayflowers bring? Pilgrims!
• Who’s not hungry at Thanksgiving? The turkey, because he’s already stuffed!
• What did the Pilgrims say to the Native Americans at the first Thanksgiving? Wattle we eat next?
• Who cooked the first Thanksgiving meal? The Pilgrims—they brought plenty of thyme!

Food and Feast Jokes

• How did the salt and pepper welcome all the guests? By saying, “Seasoning’s greetings!”
• What’s a cranberry’s favorite sport? Squash!
• Why did the farmer steamroll his potato field? He wanted mashed potatoes.
• What do you call it when you drop the Thanksgiving turkey? The fall of the fowl.
• What did the pie say to the fork? You want a piece of me?
• What’s the most musical part of the turkey? The drumsticks!
• Why did the stuffing win an award? Because it was the best in the bread.
• What vegetable gets invited to the most dinners? The turnip.
• Why do green beans never show up late? Because they want to be first in the casserole line.
• What makes every Thanksgiving meal extra basic? Pumpkin spice.
• Why did the chef refuse to cook on Thanksgiving? He had too many beefs with the turkey.
• What do selfish people call Thanksgiving? Thankstaking.

Family and Dinner Table Jokes

• Why did Grandma dress up for Thanksgiving dinner? She heard it was the best-dressed bird that gets pardoned.
• How do you keep your family in suspense during Thanksgiving? “I’ll tell you after dessert.”
• Why did the scarecrow sit at the dinner table? He was outstanding in his field.
• How did Dad win Thanksgiving? He gave the best corny jokes.
• What did Mom say when asked about seconds? “There’s always room for pie!”
• Why did Uncle Joe fall asleep at the table? He was on tryptophan patrol.
• Why do siblings always fight over the wishbone? Because nobody wants to settle for leftovers.
• How do you make a family gathering unforgettable? Tell a Thanksgiving joke at every course!
• What’s better than second helpings? Thirds with the ones you love.

Short and One-Liner Thanksgiving Jokes

• Why did the turkey refuse dessert? He was stuffed.
• I only have pies for you.
• Let’s get basted.
• Thanksgiving: the feast that keeps on giving (and napping).
• I came, I saw, I conquered the stuffing.
• This is the one day calories don’t count!
• Gravy is my spirit animal.
• Let’s talk turkey.
• Gobble ‘til you wobble.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Are these Thanksgiving jokes appropriate for children?

Yes, the majority of these jokes are family-friendly and perfect for children, with a few puns and one-liners designed especially for adults. You can easily skip any jokes that don’t suit your gathering’s vibe.

Can I use these jokes as Thanksgiving captions for Instagram or cards?

Absolutely! Many of these jokes and puns make catchy captions for your Thanksgiving social media posts, holiday cards, or festive invitations.

How do I use these jokes to entertain guests?

Try placing printed jokes at each place setting, starting your meal with a joke round, or letting each guest read one joke during dinner. Laughter is a perfect side dish for every course!

Why are turkey puns so popular during Thanksgiving?

Because the turkey is the undisputed star of the holiday, and its quirky characteristics—like gobbling, feathers, and wattle—make for endless pun-derful humor. Pair that with classic dad joke energy and you’ve got a recipe for fun!

What if someone at the table groans at a joke?

That’s a compliment! The best Thanksgiving jokes are the ones that make everyone chuckle, roll their eyes, and come back for seconds. After all, Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without a little good-natured groaning.

Serve Up Smiles With Every Slice

No matter how you celebrate, Thanksgiving is about sharing—love, gratitude, and plenty of laughter. With this bountiful harvest of Thanksgiving jokes, you’re sure to spark smiles, break the ice, and maybe even create a new family tradition. Print out your favorites, share them on your family group chat, or keep them handy for your next holiday gathering. Happy laughing (and gobbling)!

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Shinta is a biotechnologist turned writer. She holds a master's degree in Biotechnology from Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences and a PG Diploma in cellular and molecular diagnostics from Manipal University. Shinta realised her love for content while working as an editor for a scientific journal.

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