Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun, and one of the best ways to keep the kids entertained is with a selection of Thanksgiving-themed riddles. These lighthearted puzzles add an extra layer of excitement to the holiday, providing a fun way to bring everyone together. Whether you’re looking to break the ice, entertain guests, or simply add a bit of humor to the table, Thanksgiving riddles are a perfect fit. Below, you’ll find 47 clever and entertaining Thanksgiving riddles, each with its own punchline, guaranteed to make your gathering more joyful.
47 Fun Thanksgiving Riddles for Kids to Enjoy
1. What do you call a stuffed animal on Thanksgiving?
A turkey!
2. Why did the turkey sit on the drumstick?
He wanted to be a chicken drummer!
3. What key won’t open any door?
A turkey!
4. Why do turkeys never play cards?
Because they’re always afraid of being caught!
5. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo?
A turkey that can pluck itself!
6. Why did the cranberries turn red?
Because they saw the turkey dressing!
7. What’s a turkey’s favorite dessert?
Peach gobbler pie!
8. What happened to the turkey who went to a Thanksgiving dinner?
He was stuffed!
9. Why was the turkey at the band’s concert?
Because he was a drumstick!
10. What do you call a turkey after a fire?
A crispy bird!
11. What happened to the turkey when he wanted to go out in the cold?
He was stuffed inside!
12. Why didn’t the skeleton want to go to the Thanksgiving dinner?
Because he had no body to go with!
13. What’s a Thanksgiving favorite for a turkey to sing?
The gobble rock!
14. What did the Thanksgiving turkey say to the computer?
“Quit gobbling up my data!”
15. Why did the farmer start a band with his turkey?
Because it was the best drumstick player in town!
16. What do you get when you cross a turkey and a ghost?
A poultrygeist!
17. Why did the pilgrim’s turkey refuse to go?
Because he didn’t want to be the main course!
18. What do you call a turkey who tells jokes?
A pun-kin pie!
19. Why did the chef call the turkey “butterball”?
Because he was the smoothest one in the kitchen!
20. What did the corn say to the turkey?
“Stop stuffing yourself!”
21. Why was the turkey so good at math?
Because it was always counting its blessings!
22. What do you call a turkey with no feathers?
A naked bird!
23. Why did the turkey cross the road?
To get to the stuffing side!
24. What’s the turkey’s favorite type of music?
Anything with a good beat – it loves to “gobble” to it!
25. What did the pilgrims use to make their Thanksgiving dinner extra spicy?
Their “mayflower” hot sauce!
26. What did one turkey say to the other when they were running late?
“Don’t worry, I’m just winging it!”
27. How do you catch a turkey?
With a “turkey trap”!
28. What do you call a running turkey?
Fast food!
29. What do you call a turkey who’s always being chased by a dog?
A turkey on the run!
30. Why did the mashed potatoes and gravy break up?
Because they just couldn’t stick together!
31. What kind of photos do turkeys take?
Fowl selfies!
32. What did the pumpkin say to the turkey at Thanksgiving dinner?
“You’re about to be roasted!”
33. Why was the Thanksgiving party so quiet?
Because everyone was stuffed!
34. What did the turkey use to play video games?
His wing-controller!
35. What’s the most musical part of a turkey?
The drumsticks!
36. What’s the best part of Thanksgiving?
Being “grateful” for the great company!
37. What does a pilgrim wear to dinner?
A dinner “belt” to keep everything from falling off!
38. What did the turkey say after it was invited to dinner?
“Gobble, gobble! Let’s feast!”
39. What’s a turkey’s favorite kind of movie?
Anything with a “feather-light” plot!
40. What do you call an injured turkey?
A “fowl” casualty!
41. What do you get when you sit on a turkey?
A “poultry” surprise!
42. Why did the turkey bring a drumstick to the party?
Because it was “drumsticks and stuffing” time!
43. What’s the best way to prepare a turkey?
Make sure it’s “gobble-icious”!
44. What do you call a turkey who works out?
A strong “gobbler”!
45. What do you call a turkey with a funny bone?
A “pun”key bird!
46. Why did the turkey take up knitting?
To make himself some “feathered” blankets!
47. What’s a turkey’s favorite dance move?
The “gobble” shuffle!
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is the time of year when laughter is just as important as the food on the table. These fun riddles add a bit of humor to your holiday, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just looking for a fun way to spend time with the family. Let these jokes brighten up your Thanksgiving celebrations and keep everyone entertained. With 47 riddles to choose from, there’s no shortage of silly fun waiting to be had.
As we gather to give thanks, these riddles are a reminder that laughter is one of the greatest blessings we can share with our loved ones. From witty wordplay to silly scenarios, each joke brings a smile to everyone’s face. So, don’t forget to share these Thanksgiving riddles with your family and friends, and let the laughter flow as freely as the cranberry sauce!
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