Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and, of course, humor. While the turkey takes center stage at the dinner table, it’s the jokes—often groan-worthy dad jokes—that steal the spotlight. These silly, pun-filled quips are a staple of many Thanksgiving celebrations, spreading laughter (and sometimes eye rolls) across the room. Whether you’re the one cracking them or just the audience, there’s something uniquely enjoyable about hearing these light-hearted jokes year after year. Below are 47 Thanksgiving dad jokes that are guaranteed to get a chuckle—or at least an amused sigh—from everyone in the room.
47 Dumb Dad Jokes for Thanksgiving
1. What did the turkey say to the computer?
“Google, Google, Google!”
2. Why did the cranberries turn red?
Because they saw the turkey dressing!
3. What do you call a stuffed animal at Thanksgiving?
A turkey plush!
4. Why don’t turkeys ever play football?
Because they’re afraid of getting caught.
5. What’s the most important thing to put on your Thanksgiving table?
A big plate of stuffing… and a big slice of patience.
6. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo?
A turkey that’s ready to “pluck” a tune.
7. Why did the turkey join a band?
Because it had drumsticks!
8. What did the mashed potatoes say to the gravy?
“You complete me!”
9. Why did the turkey sit on the drumstick?
Because it wanted to be a chicken drummer.
10. What do you call a turkey on the day after Thanksgiving?
Lucky!
11. What do you call a gobbler on Thanksgiving?
A Turkey Lurkey!
12. Why do turkeys never tell secrets?
Because they always “gobble” them up.
13. Why was the Thanksgiving soup so good?
Because it was full of “souper” flavors!
14. What do you call a turkey with a drumstick for a leg?
A turkey with style.
15. What do you call a Thanksgiving feast that’s a little too much?
A “stuffed” situation.
16. Why did the pumpkin turn red?
It saw the pie crust!
17. What did the turkey say to the corn?
“You’re looking a little corny today!”
18. What do you call a group of turkeys?
A gobble gang.
19. Why don’t turkeys ever play cards?
Because they’re afraid of getting dealt a bad hand.
20. What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert?
Pumpkin pie, of course!
21. What did the cranberry say to the mashed potatoes?
“Quit mashing my vibe!”
22. Why did the pilgrims wear buckle hats?
To keep their turkey feathers in place!
23. Why do we always eat turkey at Thanksgiving?
Because it’s “fowl” tradition.
24. What did the turkey say to the pie?
“You’re the crust I want!”
25. What did one turkey say to the other on Thanksgiving Day?
“Let’s get stuffed!”
26. Why was the turkey the best at Thanksgiving dinner?
Because it was a “gobble” to be remembered.
27. How do you keep a turkey in suspense?
I’ll tell you after Thanksgiving.
28. What do you call a turkey that loves music?
A “turkey-tune” enthusiast.
29. Why did the mashed potatoes go to therapy?
It had too many “starch” issues.
30. What’s a turkey’s favorite sport?
“Wing”-suit flying!
31. Why did the scarecrow love Thanksgiving?
Because it was outstanding in its field.
32. What does a turkey use to communicate?
A “gobble”-cast!
33. How do you make a turkey float?
You take two scoops of ice cream, a turkey, and root beer!
34. Why did the turkey cross the road?
To get to the stuffing!
35. What’s a pumpkin’s favorite sport?
Squash!
36. Why do turkeys never stop running?
Because they’re always chasing the gravy train!
37. What do you call a holiday turkey who’s always nervous?
A “cluck” up.
38. Why did the turkey refuse to play cards with the other birds?
It didn’t want to be “feathered out.”
39. What do you call a turkey that’s always calm?
A “cool turkey.”
40. Why did the turkey get in trouble?
Because it was caught stuffing its face!
41. What do you call a lazy turkey?
A “dozing” bird.
42. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a computer?
A “tur-keyboard!”
43. What did the corn say to the turkey?
“I’m all ears for you!”
44. What’s a turkey’s favorite instrument?
The drumsticks, of course!
45. What do you get when you cross a turkey and a ghost?
A poultrygeist!
46. Why did the turkey feel lonely?
It was always left out in the cold!
47. What did the turkey say when it saw a vegetable?
“I’m just here for the stuffing!”
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is a holiday rich in tradition, family, and of course, humor. These dad jokes add a light-hearted touch to the festivities, bringing laughter to the dinner table and reminding everyone that while food may be the main event, it’s the smiles and giggles shared with loved ones that truly make Thanksgiving special. Whether you’re the one delivering the punchlines or just enjoying the silliness, these Thanksgiving jokes will undoubtedly make this year’s celebration a little brighter. So, let the groans and chuckles roll in—because there’s always room for a little humor at the Thanksgiving table.
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