Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and of course, feasting. But beyond the turkey and stuffing, it’s also an excellent opportunity to bring some humor to the table. This collection of Thanksgiving jokes for adults will ensure that laughter is a part of your holiday celebration. Dive in and enjoy these witty, cheeky, and sometimes groan-worthy one-liners that are perfect for breaking the ice or adding a dash of humor to your Thanksgiving festivities.
Classic Turkey Jokes
1. What did the sweet potato say to the pumpkin?
I yam what I yam.
2. Why did the mashed potatoes play the drums?
They wanted to be in the gravy.
3. What do you call a stuffed animal?
You, after Thanksgiving dinner.
Relative Humor
4. Why did the family sit in a circle at Thanksgiving dinner?
So they could talk turkey.
5. What did the mother turkey say to her disobedient children?
If your father could see you now, he’d turn over in his gravy.
6. Why did the cousin bring a ladder to Thanksgiving dinner?
To reach the high notes when they sing.
7. How do you keep your family in suspense?
I’ll tell you after dessert.
8. Why did the Thanksgiving dinner run late?
Because everyone was chewing the fat.
9. What’s the difference between a turkey and your annoying relative?
You can silence the turkey with a carving knife.
10. Why do you never tell secrets at Thanksgiving dinner?
Because the corn has ears.
11. Why did the turkey bring a microphone to dinner?
So it could wing it.
12. Why don’t you play hide and seek with poultry?
Because they always find the dressing.
Funny Fumbles
13. Why did the turkey get in trouble?
He was caught smoking a drumstick.
14. What happened when the turkey got into a fight?
He got the stuffing knocked out of him.
15. Why did the scarecrow win an award?
Because he was outstanding in his field.
16. Why did the turkey wear a bandage?
Because he had a fowl injury.
17. What did the turkey do in jail?
Butterball out.
18. Why did the cook get arrested at Thanksgiving?
For assault with a breadly weapon.
19. Why don’t turkeys ever get lost?
They always use their gobble GPS.
20. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a centipede?
Drumsticks for everyone.
21. Why did the turkey go to school?
To improve his fowl grades.
22. Why did the pie go to the dentist?
It needed a filling.
Corny (But Funny) Jokes
23. What’s a corn’s favorite holiday?
Thanksgiving, because it’s a-maize-ing.
24. Why did the corn stalks hold a ceremony?
They were thankful for their kernels.
25. Why was the cornfield so enthusiastic?
Because it was all ears.
26. What’s a scarecrow’s favorite fruit?
Strawberries.
27. Why did the corn cross the road?
To show it wasn’t chicken feed.
28. What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter?
Pumpkin pi.
29. Why did the corn break up with the pumpkin?
It was tired of all the gourd drama.
30. Why did the corn stalk start telling jokes?
Because it had a corn-y sense of humor.
31. Why did the pumpkin sit on the corn?
To squash it.
Gravy and Puns
32. Why did the gravy boat get grounded?
For causing a big spill.
33. Why was the gravy so sad?
Because it’s a saucy subject.
34. What do you call a rude turkey?
A jerky.
35. Why don’t turkeys like rain?
Because it dampens their spirits.
36. Why did the turkey refuse dessert?
It was already jammed.
37. Why did the gravy fail the test?
It couldn’t handle the pressure.
38. Why don’t turkeys play sports?
Because they’re always getting stuffed.
39 .What’s a turkey’s favorite game?
Basteketball.
40. Why was the turkey bad at math?
He couldn’t count his blessings.
41. What did the gravy say to the mashed potatoes?
You’re so a-peeling.
Pumpkin and Pie Jokes
42. Why did the pumpkin pie go to the dentist?
It needed a filling.
43. What do you get when you drop a pumpkin?
Squash.
44. Why was the pumpkin so glum?
It felt empty inside.
45. Why did the pie cross the road?
To get to the other pie.
46. What’s the pumpkin’s favorite sport?
Squash.
47. What do you call a pumpkin that tells bad jokes?
A pun-kin.
48. Why did the pie look sad?
It had a crusty disposition.
49. What’s the best thing to put into a pumpkin pie?
Your teeth.
50. What’s a pumpkin’s favorite genre?
Pulp fiction.
51. Why was the pumpkin invited to every party?
Because it’s always a smashing success.
Leftover Laughs
52. What do you call a turkey that’s left over after Thanksgiving?
A cold turkey.
53. Why did the leftover turkey stay home?
It was stuffed.
54. What do you call Thanksgiving leftovers?
Keepers.
55. Why did the mashed potatoes turn down the music?
They wanted some peace and gravy.
56. What’s the best way to enjoy Thanksgiving leftovers?
Relish them.
57. Why was the leftover turkey so popular?
Because it was well-preserved.
58. Why don’t leftovers ever win races?
Because they always get reheated.
59. What do you get when you ask a turkey to a potluck?
Leftovers.
60. Why did the mashed potatoes want a job?
They wanted to feel smashed.
61. Why did the leftover stuffing go to therapy?
To work through its stuffing issues.
Conclusion
Thanksgiving is a time to come together, enjoy a feast, and celebrate what we are grateful for. Adding a touch of humor with these adult-friendly one-liners can make the gathering even more memorable. Whether you’re cracking jokes about turkeys, food, family, or the mishaps that inevitably happen in the kitchen, there’s something here to tickle everyone’s funny bone. Share these jokes around the table, and you’re sure to have a Thanksgiving filled with laughter and joy. Remember, the best way to someone’s heart might be through their stomach, but a good laugh is a close second.