Thanksgiving, a time of gratitude, family gatherings, and of course, delicious feasts. But amidst the turkey carving and pumpkin pie indulgence, there’s one tradition that never fails to bring laughter to the table – dad jokes. Yes, those pun-filled quips and one-liners that dads seem to have an endless supply of. So, as we prepare to gather ’round the Thanksgiving table, let’s delve into the delightful world of funny dad jokes and explore how they add a sprinkle of humor to the holiday season.
Turkey Talk: Thanksgiving-Themed Jokes
Let’s start with the star of the show – the turkey. As the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving feast, it’s only fitting that our jokes pay homage to this beloved bird.
Funny Thanksgiving jokes
1. Who delivers the best Thanksgiving sides?
Yam-azon.
2. What do you call a smart-alecky butterball?
A fresh turkey.
3. What do you call a silly male turkey’s behavior?
Tomfoolery.
4. In what state did the pilgrims arrive?
Exhaustion.
5. Where did the pilgrims learn to play music?
The School of Plymouth Rock.
6. What do you call an attractive pilgrim?
A Puri-ten.
7. What do you get when you cross burrowing insects with pilgrims?
Ant-cestors.
8. How can you be naked and dressed at the same time?
Ask a turkey.
9. What do you call pilgrims who like to boogie?
Dancestors.
10. What event was held on the Mayflower the day after Thanksgiving?
A Black Friday sail.
11. What do you get when you cross a butter substitute with a funny joke?
A ghee slapper.
12. What do you get when you cross an ornamental container with a brass instrument?
A horn-ucopia.
13. What Arthurian palace rarely served turkey?
Ham-elot.
14. What’s the best way to stuff a turkey?
Serve him lots of pizza and ice cream!
15. What is a pumpkin’s favorite sport?
Squash.
16. Why did the mashed potatoes cross the road?
To get to the other sides.
17. Why shouldn’t you look at the turkey dressing?
Because it will make him blush.
Thanksgiving dad jokes
18. What did the Three Stooges pilgrim say when he first spotted Plymouth Rock?
Land Moe!
19. Which movie character makes the worst mashed potatoes?
Forest Lump.
20. Did you hear about the genie who was summoned by the cook?
He granted three dishes.
21. What do you call a turkey running on a football field?
Lost.
22. Why don’t pilgrims sue?
Because they like to settle.
23. What superhero has the power to make people sleepy?
Trypto-Man.
24. What do you call a golfing turkey?
A putter-ball.
25. What device do turkeys use to turn on the lights?
The flapper.
26. What did the Beverly Hillbillies name their yacht to honor Thanksgiving?
The Ellie Mae-flower.
27. What is the quietest dessert?
Key Mime Pie!
28. What do you get when you cross coffee creamer and a football game?
Half-and-half time.
29. What do wrestlers have for dessert?
Grapple pie.
30. What champagne do male turkeys like to drink?
Tom Perignon.
31. What do you call a nanny who uses her magical powers on Black Friday?
Mary Shoppins.
32. What did everyone tell the complaining pilgrim on the Mayflower?
We’re all in the same boat!
33. What famous poet and playwright was known for his yummy pies?
Bakespeare.
34. Where do lumberjacks go the day after Thanksgiving?
The chopping mall.
Thanksgiving jokes for kids
35. What has four legs and is really loud?
The kids’ table.
36. What smells the best at a Thanksgiving dinner?
Your nose.
37. What is the fastest-cooking Thanksgiving dish?
Insta-ham.
38. What do you get when you cross Miley Cyrus with a Thanksgiving dessert?
Hanna Banana Pie!
39. Who was the singer on the Mayflower?
Sailor Swift.
40. What do you call a cartoon character who had too much to eat?
Spongebob Split Pants!
41. Why do pilgrims’ pants keep falling down?
Because they wear their belt buckles on their hats.
42. What type of key has legs and can’t open doors?
A turkey.
43. Why did the turkey need help walking?
He gobbled till he wobbled.
44. What do you always get at the end of Thanksgiving?
The letter “g.”
45. Why did the turkey get sent to the principal’s office?
He used fowl language.
46. Where do chemistry students sit on Thanksgiving?
At the periodic table.
47. Why was everyone fighting over the corn on Thanksgiving?
Because it was a-maize-ing!
48. Why did the turkey cross the road?
It was the chicken’s day off!
Funny Thanksgiving Dad Jokes 2024
49. Why don’t rappers have turkey at Thanksgiving? Because they always have beef.
50. What do you use to cut wood on Thanksgiving Day? Cranberry Saws.
51. What did the dyslexic turkey say on Thanksgiving? Elbbog elbbog!
52. What is a Teddy Bear’s favorite dish on Thanksgiving? Stuffing.
53. Why do vampires love Thanksgiving? Because there’s no steak.
54. What kind of Thanksgiving meal tastes like crap? Turdkey.
55. How did the Pilgrims describe the corn served at the first Thanksgiving? A-maize-ing!
56. Why didn’t the Native American like the joke about the pilgrim getting lost in the maize? He thought it was too corny.
57. What happens to Jack-o’-lanterns when they pass away? They get reincarnated on Thanksgiving as pies.
58. Why do we say Grace at Thanksgiving dinner? Because it would take too long to send it in a text.
59. When is a turkey not a turkey? When it’s a goblin.
60. Why did Grandma call the turkey Hank? Because she was old and thought someone said it was Hanksgiving.
61. Why didn’t the turkey have dessert on Thanksgiving? Because he was too stuffed.
62. How do dads say Grace at Thanksgiving? Grace.
63. What did the sweet potato say when someone confused it for squash? I yam what I yam.
64. What part of the turkey is a zombie’s favorite part to nibble on? The person serving it.
65. How many turkeys does it take to feed a family of six on Thanksgiving? None. They keep dropping the utensils because they don’t have thumbs.
66. Thanksgiving is all about fitness. Fitness turkey in your mouth!
67. What do you call genetically modified birds with martial arts training? Teenage Mutant Ninja Turkeys.
68. What is a turkey’s favorite holiday? Any holiday that isn’t Thanksgiving.
69. What do dads on Thanksgiving and Death Row inmates have in common? They both eat a big meal and go to sleep afterward.
70. Why did the blonde vegan eat Turkey on Thanksgiving? It was dairy-free.
Conclusion: A Cornucopia of Laughter
As we gather around the Thanksgiving table this year, let’s embrace the cornucopia of laughter that dad jokes bring. From turkey-themed quips to pumpkin pie puns, these timeless treasures are sure to add an extra serving of joy to our holiday festivities. So, here’s to funny dads everywhere – may your jokes be as abundant as the Thanksgiving feast itself!
With this collection of dad jokes in your arsenal, you’re ready to spread laughter and cheer this Thanksgiving. So go ahead, unleash your inner comedian, and let the puns fly! After all, there’s nothing quite like a good dad joke to bring smiles to faces and warmth to hearts on this special day of gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!