Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and plenty of food, but it’s also a perfect opportunity to share a good laugh. A Thanksgiving gathering wouldn’t be complete without a few jokes to lighten the mood. While the holiday has a deep and rich tradition, it’s equally important to inject humor into the celebrations. This collection of 46 Thanksgiving jokes and riddles is tailored for adults, aiming to bring laughter to your Thanksgiving feast. From puns to clever wordplay, these jokes will spice up your holiday and create memorable moments.
1. Why Did the Turkey Join a Band?
Because it had the drumsticks!
2. What’s the Key to a Great Thanksgiving Dinner?
The turkey—of course, it’s always the center of attention.
3. Why Did the Cranberry Turn Red?
Because it saw the turkey dressing!
4. What Do You Get When You Drop a Pumpkin?
Squash!
5. Why Was the Thanksgiving Dinner So Quiet?
Because the turkey was stuffed!
6. How Do You Keep a Turkey in Suspense?
I’ll tell you at Christmas!
7. What Do You Call a Turkey on the Day After Thanksgiving?
A lucky bird, since it survived!
8. What’s a Pilgrim’s Favorite Type of Music?
Plymouth Rock!
9. Why Can’t You Take a Good Photo of a Turkey?
Because it’s always moving its neck around too much.
10. What Did the Turkey Say to the Gravy?
“You’re just so saucy!”
11. What’s the Most Unpopular Thanksgiving Food?
Stuffed mushrooms – they just don’t know how to get into the spirit.
12. Why Did the Pilgrim Bring a Pencil to Dinner?
Because he wanted to draw the line at dessert!
13. How Do Turkeys Respond to Compliments?
They just say “Aw, shucks!”
14. What Did the Sweet Potato Say to the Mashed Potatoes?
“You’re looking a little mashed today!”
15. Why Are Cranberries So Good at Problem Solving?
They always find a way to “berry” the issue!
16. Why Was the Turkey So Bad at Basketball?
Because it had no “game.”
17. What’s the Best Way to Thanksgiving Dinner?
With a fork—don’t try to do it with a spoon, it just won’t work.
18. Why Was the Pie Always Smiling?
Because it was so sweet!
19. What’s a Thanksgiving Recipe That’s Always a Winner?
Turkey with a side of humor!
20. What Do You Call a Turkey Who’s a Comedian?
A funny bird!
21. What Do You Call It When You’re Too Full to Eat More Turkey?
A “stuffed” situation.
22. Why Did the Pumpkin Refuse to Go to the Party?
It had no “spice” for that kind of thing.
23. How Did the Pilgrim Start the Holiday Meal?
By saying “Let’s give thanks for all the stuffing!”
24. Why Do Turkeys Make Terrible Comedians?
Because they always “wing it”!
25. What’s the Best Part About Thanksgiving Dinner?
The leftovers!
26. Why Don’t Turkeys Ever Fly?
They’re always too “stuffed.”
27. Why Did the Pilgrim Wear a Hat?
Because it was Thanksgiving!
28. How Did the Turkey Avoid Being Cooked?
It had a “feathered” escape plan.
29. What’s the Best Thing About Thanksgiving Day?
The food… and the nap afterward!
30. Why Did the Sweet Potato Go to Therapy?
Because it had too many “emotions.”
31. Why Did the Turkey Refuse to Participate in the Election?
It was afraid of getting “voted off the plate.”
32. Why Was the Thanksgiving Table So Messy?
Because the mashed potatoes got all “stirred up”!
33. What’s the Most Popular Thanksgiving Dance Move?
The Turkey Trot, of course!
34. How Does a Turkey Keep Fit?
By running the Turkey Trot!
35. What Do You Call a Turkeys Favorite Play?
Romeo and Juliet, with lots of “stuffing.”
36. What’s the Best Thanksgiving Riddle?
What’s the most thankful vegetable? The thankful yam!
37. Why Was the Apple Pie So Successful?
It had a great “crust” in its career.
38. How Do You Make a Turkey Dance?
Put a little “boogie” in its step!
39. Why Do Pilgrims Always Bring Great Wine to Thanksgiving?
Because they know how to “ferment” a good time!
40. Why Was the Dinner Party So Quiet?
Because everyone was busy “chews-ing”!
41. What’s the Turkey’s Favorite Type of Movie?
Anything with “poultry” humor!
42. Why Did the Pilgrims Throw a Party?
To give thanks, and have fun while doing it!
43. What’s the Difference Between Thanksgiving and Christmas?
At Thanksgiving, you can’t wait for the meal, and at Christmas, you can’t wait for the presents.
44. How Did the Cranberry Break Up with the Turkey?
It said, “We need some space—let’s just be friends.”
45. What Do You Call a Thanksgiving Leftover You Can’t Eat?
A “re-gift”!
46. Why Did the Pumpkin Pie Stay So Calm?
Because it was in a “chill” state of mind.
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is a time to come together with loved ones and reflect on the things we are grateful for. Laughter is the perfect addition to any celebration, and these 46 Thanksgiving jokes and riddles are sure to add humor and joy to your gathering. Whether you’re entertaining friends or family, these jokes will keep everyone laughing from the appetizer to the dessert course. Share them freely and enjoy a holiday filled with laughter and good spirits!
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