Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with family, share a hearty meal, and embrace the joy of togetherness. But what would Thanksgiving be without a little laughter to accompany the turkey and pie? Whether you’re hosting a feast, enjoying a quiet family gathering, or attending a Friendsgiving, jokes are the perfect way to lighten the mood and create memories that will last a lifetime. Here are 39 Thanksgiving jokes that will keep guests of all ages giggling through the evening.
Turkey Time
1. Why did the turkey join the band?
Because it had the drumsticks!
2. What did the turkey say to the computer?
“Google, Google, Google!”
3. Why did the turkey cross the road twice?
To prove he wasn’t chicken.
4. What key has legs but can’t open a door?
A turkey.
5. Why did the farmer have to separate the turkey and the chicken?
They were starting to talk fowl.
6. What sound does a turkey’s phone make?
Wing, wing!
7. How does a turkey apologize?
“I’m sorry for being such a foul-mouthed bird.”
8. What do turkeys use to clean themselves?
A feather duster.
9. How do you make a turkey float?
Add two scoops of ice cream and root beer.
10. Why was the turkey so good at math?
It was always counting its blessings.
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Feast Fun
11. What’s the best thing to put in a pumpkin pie?
Your teeth!
12. Why did the mashed potatoes avoid the turkey?
They knew they would get gobbled up!
13. What did the sweet potato say when it was asked to make a speech?
“I yam what I yam.”
14. Why do cranberries turn red?
Because they saw the turkey dressing.
15. What’s the most musical part of a turkey dinner?
The drumsticks!
16. What do you call a running turkey?
Fast food!
17. What did the salad say to the turkey?
“Lettuce give thanks!”
18. What happens when you seriously overcook a turkey?
You get a real “fowl” meal.
19. Why don’t turkeys play football?
They are afraid they’ll get stuffed.
Family Fun
20. Why can’t you take a turkey to church?
They use fowl language.
21. What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to?
Plymouth Rock!
22. Why was the turkey late to dinner?
He was stuck in a “fowl” mood.
23. What do you call a turkey who loves to tell jokes?
A “pun-kin!”
24. What did one plate say to the other plate?
“Lunch is on me!”
25. Why don’t you tell secrets on Thanksgiving?
Because the potatoes have eyes and the corn has ears.
26. Why was the Thanksgiving soup so expensive?
It had 24 carrots.
27. What’s the best way to stuff a turkey?
Serve it lots of pizza and ice cream.
28. What happens if you tell a joke to mashed potatoes?
They’ll get all whipped up.
29. Why don’t turkeys eat on Thanksgiving?
They’re already stuffed.
Thanksgiving Puns for the Kids
30. What did the little turkey say to the big turkey?
“Peck on someone your own size!”
31. Why can’t turkeys fly?
They’re too full after Thanksgiving dinner.
32. What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert?
Peach gobbler.
33. What is a pumpkin’s favorite sport?
Squash.
34. Why did the turkey sit at the kids’ table?
He wanted to be a little gobbler.
35. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo?
A bird that can pluck itself.
36. How do you keep a turkey in suspense?
I’ll tell you after Thanksgiving.
37. Why did the cranberry sauce join the band?
It was a little “jam” session.
38. What did the turkey say when it saw the leftovers?
“Oh no, not again!”
39. What did the stuffing say to the turkey?
“Quit cramming me in there!”
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is a time to appreciate all we have, from family and friends to the delicious meals we share. Laughter brings us even closer, and these jokes are sure to make your Thanksgiving celebration even more memorable. From silly puns to clever wordplay, everyone at the table can get in on the fun. Whether you’re gathering with adults or children, these jokes are the perfect way to bring some lighthearted joy to your holiday season. So, go ahead, carve that turkey and crack those jokes—because laughter, after all, is something we can all be thankful for!