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1. Fun Thanksgiving Games
Since getting married, holidays are split between family and in-laws. Every year involves bringing sausage stuffing and Thanksgiving punch, plus fun Thanksgiving games to play before or after the feast and football games.
The challenge of planning Thanksgiving Day games is accommodating all ages. Included are Thanksgiving game options that work for the entire family – from grandma to the grandkids.
If there aren’t any kids playing, there are also ideas that would work best for teens and adults. Keep reading to find something that works.
2. Thanksgiving Games For Families
Whether celebrating with immediate family, extended family, or chosen family, these games will be perfect. All of these ideas work for any age but are fun enough that the adults will enjoy them just as much as the kids.
2.1. Thanksgiving Minute To Win It Games
All of these games are quick and easy minute to win it games. They can be played with individuals head to head or by breaking into teams and letting one member of each team play head to head.
Don’t know what minute to win it games are? Start with this minute to win it games page that’s full of instructions, scoring ideas, and more.
2.1.1. Face The Pie
Answer: Face the Pie is a fun Thanksgiving game where players race to find gummy letters in whipped cream-filled pie tins and unscramble them to spell P-I-E. This game combines a sweet treat with a word puzzle, creating a memorable and messy activity for all ages.
Supplies:
- Gummy ABC letters
- Pie tins
- Spray whipped cream (or real whipped cream)
How to Play:
- Before the party, pull out gummy letters that spell P-I-E for each letter.
- Put one letter of each of those words into an empty aluminum pie tin. (This pack of 50 pie tins would be perfect.)
- Fill each of those pin tins with spray whipped cream and put in the refrigerator so they don’t melt while waiting to play.
- Players must race to eat through their pies to find the letters inside.
- Once they find the letters, they must unscramble them to create the Thanksgiving themed word.
- Give each player an extra pie tin to toss their found letters into for unscrambling.
Pie eating Thanksgiving games are such fun
2.1.2. The Mayflower
Answer: The Mayflower is a Thanksgiving game where players blow corks with fake flowers across a water-filled container, simulating a sea voyage. This activity combines skill and strategy, making it engaging for participants of all ages.
Supplies:
- Under the bed storage container
- Small corks
- Fake flowers
- Plastic straws (optional)
How to Play:
- Fill one of those big long under the bed storage containers with water.
- Give everyone a small cork with a fake flower stuck into it and have them put in on one end of the storage container.
- To win, the player must be the first one to get their cork from one end of the storage container to the other by only blowing on it.
- They can either blow on it alone or through a plastic straw.
- The first cork “boat” to touch the other end wins.
2.1.3. Shake Your Tail Feathers
Answer: Shake Your Tail Feathers is a Thanksgiving game where players shake feathers out of a tissue box attached to their backside. This active and silly game encourages movement and laughter.
Supplies:
- Rectangle tissue boxes
- Panty hose
- Feathers
How to Play:
- Before the party, empty a tissue box for each player and replace the tissues with craft feathers.
- Tape a pair of pantyhose onto each box so the box is in the middle of the pantyhose.
- Give each player a box tied with pantyhose and have them tie the pantyhose around their waist so the tissue box is on their backside.
- Players must move around and shake until all of the feathers fall out of their tissue box.
2.1.4. Feather Float
Answer: Feather Float is a Thanksgiving game where players keep a feather in the air as long as possible by blowing on it. This simple yet engaging activity tests breath control and coordination.
Supplies:
- Small light feathers
How to Play:
- Give each player a light feather.
- Players must blow the feather in the air and keep it floating in the air as long as possible.
- If playing individual style games, they must keep it up for a minute.
- If playing team or head to head, whoever keeps it up longest wins.
Boys blowing feathers in some Thanksgiving family games
2.1.5. Football Flick
Answer: Football Flick is a Thanksgiving game where players flick paper or mini footballs into buckets or baskets for points. This game combines skill and strategy, perfect for football-loving families.
Supplies:
- Paper footballs (or mini footballs)
- Buckets and pots
- Masking tape and markers for adding scores
How to Play:
- Give each player paper footballs or these mini footballs and line up a bunch of buckets or baskets at varying lengths.
- Tape a number to each of the buckets – the furthest one should be 7 points, the middle should be 3 points, and the closest should be 1.
- Players have one minute to flick (like playing paper football) footballs into the buckets, scoring as many points as possible in the minute.
- Have teams play simultaneously by using different colored footballs and see who can get to 21 points first.
Flicking footballs in hilarious Thanksgiving family games
2.1.6. The Goblet Gobble
Answer: The Goblet Gobble is a Thanksgiving game where players transfer ping pong balls from one table to a goblet on the opposite side using only their chin and neck. This quirky and challenging activity is sure to bring laughter.
Supplies:
- Plastic goblets
- Orange ping pong balls
How to Play:
- Purchase glass or plastic goblets like these ones and place one per team/player on a table on a far side of the room.
- On the other side of the room, place orange ping pong balls.
- Players must transfer three ping pong balls from the table to their goblet on the opposite side of the room.
- The catch? They can only touch (and hold) the ping pong ball between their chin and their neck.
2.1.7. Please Pass The Corn
Answer: Please Pass the Corn is a Thanksgiving game played in pairs where players transfer candy corn from one popsicle stick to another without using hands. This sweet and challenging game requires teamwork and coordination.
Supplies:
- Candy corn
- Popsicle sticks
- A shallow bowl or pie tin
How to Play:
- This game is played in pairs.
- Give each team two popsicle sticks, a bowl full of candy corn, and then put an empty bowl at the other side of the table.
- Both players should put their popsicle sticks in their mouth.
- The player furthest from the empty bowl picks up a piece of candy corn and sticks it on the popsicle stick with their hand.
- They must then transfer the candy corn from their popsicle stick to their teammate’s popsicle stick (no hands – just popsicle sticks held in mouths).
- The second teammate must transfer the piece of candy corn to the empty bowl.
- The team that gets the most candy corn transferred successfully into their bowl in a minute wins.
2.1.8. Traffic Yam
Answer: Traffic Yam is a Thanksgiving game where players use a spoon to push a yam across the room and back. This hilarious game often results in yams going in crazy directions, adding to the fun.
Supplies:
- Raw yams
- Metal spoons
- Painter’s tape (or something else to make a line)
How to Play:
- Give each player a raw yam (sweet potato) and have them put it on the ground on one side of the room.
- Players must race to get their yam from one side of the room to cross a line (taped down with painter’s tape) on the other side of the room and then get back to the starting line.
- Players can only move the yam by pushing it with the spoon.
- This one is the most hilarious if multiple people play at the same time because the yams tend to go in crazy directions.
- Players can also push other people’s yams to play defense, just whoever gets their yam across the line first wins.
Using a spoon to roll a yam in a Thanksgiving games competition
2.1.9. Reverse Traffic Yam
Answer: Reverse Traffic Yam is a Thanksgiving game where players walk across the room and back while balancing a yam on a spoon. This twist on the classic egg race adds a Thanksgiving theme.
Supplies:
- Raw yams
- Metal spoons
- Painter’s tape (or something else to make a line)
How to Play:
- Give each player a raw yam and a metal spoon.
- Players must place the yam on their spoon and walk across the room and back holding the yam on their spoon (like an egg race).
- If the yam falls on the ground, they must go back to the beginning and start over.
- Make it even more difficult by making people walk backward.
- The first player to cross the line with their yam safely in their spoon wins.
2.1.10. Corn To Copia
Answer: Corn to Copia is a Thanksgiving game where one player hikes fake corn to a blindfolded teammate who must catch it. This game combines football skills with a blindfolded challenge.
Supplies:
- Fake corn
- Empty cornucopia
- Blindfold
How to Play:
- This game requires two players per team.
- Give one player on each team a large empty fake cornucopia and blindfold them and have them stand on one side of the room.
- Have the other player stand about ten feet away and give them a bucket full of plastic or stuffed corns (we used little Indian corns like these ones).
- The first player must hike (football style) the corn to their teammate who must catch three, blindfolded.
- If that’s too tough, catch one.
- Players can talk to each other to help direct their teammate.
These 12 Thanksgiving games are not only funny, they’re perfect for any age – for kids, for teens, for adults, for family, and even for toddlers! Played in minute to win it style, you can DIY these quickly then play inside or outdoor. So skip the scavenger hunt and other activities and try these Thanksgiving party games this Thanksgiving instead. I know I will be!
2.1.11. Turkey Bowl
Answer: Turkey Bowl is a Thanksgiving game where players bounce colored ping pong balls into a fish bowl with a turkey in the middle. This game adds a festive twist to a classic aiming challenge.
Supplies:
- Fish bowl
- Stuffed or plastic turkey
- Colored ping pong balls
How to Play:
- Place a fish bowl with a plastic or stuffed turkey (this guy is so cute) in the middle of a room.
- Place a large bowl of colored ping pong balls (different colors in each bowl) 10 feet away from the fish bowl in the four directions (to the right, to the left, in front of, behind).
- The first player to bounce one (or more if your teams are good) into the turkey bowl wins.
2.1.12. A Bit Corny
Answer: A Bit Corny is a Thanksgiving game where players balance six candy corn on a popsicle stick held in their mouth. This game tests balance and precision in a sweet and festive way.
Supplies:
- Popsicle stick
- Candy corn
How to Play:
- Balance six candy corn on a Popsicle stick held in your mouth.
- Start with just the popsicle stick in the mouth and one by one add the candy corn to the stick.
- The first player to get all six on the stick wins.
2.1.13. Hut, Hut, Hoop
Answer: Hut, Hut, Hoop is a Thanksgiving game where players hike toilet paper rolls through a hoop. This game combines a football theme with a fun, active challenge.
Supplies:
- Toilet paper rolls
- Hoop
How to Play:
- Bend over and hike toilet paper rolls through a hoop 15 feet away.
- Make a certain number of rolls through the hoop within the minute.
- To go the football route, try any of these football party games too.
Collage of two images showing a girl holding a hoop and hutting toilet paper
2.1.14. Linemen
Answer: Linemen is a Thanksgiving game where players slide Oreo cookies on a football tablecloth, trying to get them to land on designated lines. This game combines precision and a football theme.
Supplies:
- Oreo cookies
- Football tablecloth
How to Play:
- Have players stand at one end of the table and slide Oreo cookies on a football tablecloth, trying to get them to land touching the line.
- Players have to land one linemen (Oreo) on each of the lines the fastest (or within a minute) to win.
2.2. Floor Inspired Thanksgiving Game
Answer: The Floor Inspired Thanksgiving Game is a game where players compete head-to-head to guess Thanksgiving-themed images. Inspired by the gameshow “The Floor”, this activity will engage players of all ages.
If there was one game to play this Thanksgiving, this would be it. This game inspired by the gameshow The Floor will have players going head to head to guess what seem to be simple Thanksgiving images – foods, movies, and more. All of the slideshows are free and created for you to download in this Thanksgiving floor game.
collage of images showing people playing a floor inspired thanksgiving game
2.3. Thanksgiving Price Is Right
Answer: Thanksgiving Price is Right is a game where participants guess the price of Thanksgiving feast ingredients, combining knowledge of grocery costs with festive fun. This engaging activity is perfect for the whole family.
Who can guess the price of Thanksgiving feast ingredients? Find out in this fun and easy game that the whole family can play. This Thanksgiving price is right game is the perfect option for a pre-Thanksgiving dinner game or something to play after.
2.4. Thanksgiving Wishes Game
Answer: Thanksgiving Wishes Game is a game where players match their choices to the majority answer for “I wish…” statements. This fun and engaging activity encourages conversation and shared preferences.
This is another super fun Thanksgiving game that’s perfect for playing around the table with the entire family. Someone reads an “I wish…” statement then everyone chooses their favorite choice of the four. Whoever matches the majority answer wins a point. You can get all of the rules plus the printable Thanksgiving wishes game in this post.
colored pieces of paper with numbers of them, white pieces of paper and scissors
2.5. Pumpkin Roll
Answer: Pumpkin Roll is a game where players roll a pumpkin to land inside a taped-out game board for prizes. This simple and adaptable game is perfect for any fall party.
Players roll a pumpkin and try to get it to land inside of a taped out game board to win prizes. It’s super simple and could be adapted for pretty much any fall party. You can get all the pumpkin roll game rules here.
2.6. Turkey Hunt
Answer: Turkey Hunt involves hiding a turkey for participants to find throughout the day, offering prizes to those who discover it. This entertaining game keeps everyone engaged and adds excitement to Thanksgiving.
This turkey hunt idea was actually submitted by one of my readers who plays this every year with her family. The basic idea is that the host hides a turkey then everyone looks for it throughout the day. The person who finds it wins a prize then hides the turkey again – everyone can look and win prizes throughout the day until all the prizes are gone.
I made a printable turkey hunt game that you can use with either the idea above or just as more of a Thanksgiving scavenger hunt.
Ceramic turkey being held in a woman
2.7. Thanksgiving Family Feud
Answer: Thanksgiving Family Feud is a Thanksgiving-themed version of the classic game show, featuring Thanksgiving questions. This engaging game is perfect for Thanksgiving Day celebrations.
This fun Thanksgiving version of the classic game show is one of the best Thanksgiving games for Thanksgiving Day with all of its Thanksgiving questions. You can get both Thanksgiving and Christmas family feud questions in this post.
2.8. Thanksgiving Bingo
Answer: Thanksgiving Bingo is a festive version of the classic game, using Thanksgiving-themed cards. This fun game is perfect for family entertainment during the holiday.
While my family personally only plays Christmas bingo, I know a lot of families who play Thanksgiving bingo too. Use these printable Thanksgiving bingo cards for a fun Thanksgiving version of the classic family game.
Thanksgiving bingo card with bingo markers
2.9. Thanksgiving Outburst
Answer: Thanksgiving Outburst is a game where players yell out words in a Thanksgiving-related category, making it a fun and engaging activity. This game is enjoyable for both kids and adults.
Outburst is always a hit because it’s literally just yelling out words in a category and even kids can come up with things for categories like Thanksgiving desserts and football teams. You can download Thanksgiving outburst cards here.
2.10. Thanksgiving Pictionary
Answer: Thanksgiving Pictionary is a game where players draw Thanksgiving-related words for their team to guess. This classic game is perfect for bringing laughter and creativity to your Thanksgiving celebration.
Grab a pen and some paper for this fun Thanksgiving pictionary game. It’s as simple as splitting into teams then seeing who can draw Thanksgiving words for their team to guess first. This one’s a classic for a reason.
Thanksgiving Pictionary words and other Thanksgiving items
2.11. Gratitude Punch Game
Answer: Gratitude Punch Game is a Thanksgiving version of a punch game, incorporating gratitude questions and Thanksgiving snacks. This engaging activity combines fun with meaningful conversation.
This Thanksgiving version of a punch game (our Christmas punch game went totally viral) incorporates the idea of a punch game with talking about things you’re grateful for. Fill the gratitude game with gratitude questions for people and Thanksgiving snacks. Then when they punch it out, they answer the question and get the treat.
2.12. Gratitude Skittles Game
Answer: Gratitude Skittles Game is a game where players answer questions based on the color of a Skittle they choose. This simple and engaging activity encourages reflection and gratitude.
Don’t want to make a punch game like the one above? Try this Skittles gratitude game that literally just uses a bag of Skittles and this Skittles gratitude game printout. Players grab a random Skittle candy and answer questions based on what they chose.
Gratitude game board
2.13. Thanksgiving Charades
Answer: Thanksgiving Charades is a classic game with a Thanksgiving twist, where players act out Thanksgiving-related words for their team to guess. This fun and engaging activity is perfect for any holiday gathering.
Another classic game with a Thanksgiving twist. Players pick out one of these Thanksgiving charades words then act it out for their team to guess. This is one of my family’s favorites to play every holiday and Thanksgiving is no different.
Or mix it up and try reverse charades instead, which is way more fun in my opinion. Get the rules in our party games post that features our favorite games.
2.14. Thanksgiving Would You Rather
Answer: Thanksgiving Would You Rather is a game where players answer hilarious Thanksgiving-themed “would you rather” questions, sparking fun and engaging conversations. This activity can be turned into a game by matching choices with the majority.
Everyone will love answering these hilarious Thanksgiving would you rather questions together. Turn it into more of a game than an activity by having people choose and try to match the majority (like we did with our New Year’s Eve would you rather game).
I love to put out a Thanksgiving charcuterie board and let people snack while we play.
Thanksgiving would you rather printable
2.15. Thanksgiving Dice Game
Answer: Thanksgiving Dice Game is a gratitude game where players roll a dice and say something nice about the person the dice tells them to talk about. This simple game promotes positivity and appreciation.
Another variation on a gratitude game that incorporates dice (kind of like my dice gift exchange). This fun Thanksgiving dice game will get everyone involved and is super easy to play – just roll the dice and say something nice about the person the dice tells you to talk about.
2.16. Cup Football Game
Answer: Cup Football Game is a quick and easy game played with plastic cups, perfect for in between watching football games on Thanksgiving. Each round takes just a few minutes and everyone can play.
This cup football game that’s played using just plastic cups is a quick, easy, and oh so fun game to play in between watching football games on Thanksgiving. Each round takes just a few minutes and everyone can play.
Man throwing a football at yellow and brown cups on a table
2.17. Pick A Play Game
Answer: Pick a Play Game is a simple football-inspired game where players guess what the football team will do, adding excitement to watching football on Thanksgiving. This game takes only a few minutes to play.
One more football inspired game just in case your family is a watching football on Thanksgiving type of family. This one is as simple as can be and only takes a few minutes to play. Everyone gets a long, run, and short card and has to choose what they think the football team will do. Get it right and you’re still in, get it wrong and you’re out. Get the printable instructions and pick a play cards here.
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3. Thanksgiving Games For Adults
Any of the Thanksgiving games above will work for adults as well but the games below are more appropriate for teens and above simply because the games are a little more challenging than the games above.
3.1. Thanksgiving Trivia
Answer: Thanksgiving Trivia is a game that tests knowledge of Thanksgiving facts, perfect for adults who enjoy trivia challenges. This game includes a mix of easy and challenging questions.
See who knows their Thanksgiving stuff with a fun Thanksgiving trivia game. There are over fifty different questions including easy ones and more challenging ones (for the real Thanksgiving trivia buffs).
3.2. Thanksgiving Word Game
Answer: Thanksgiving Word Game involves teams guessing words without saying the danger word, adding a thrilling twist to the classic word game. This game is a favorite for various occasions.
This game is one of our favorites to play for pretty much any occasion – players on teams take turns trying to get their teammate to guess a word without accidentally guessing the danger word. Thanksgiving danger word will be a new favorite.
Thanksgiving danger word cards cut out and put in a pile
3.3. Thanksgiving Scattergories
Answer: Thanksgiving Scattergories is a Thanksgiving-themed version of the popular board game, where players come up with words for different letters. This printable game offers multiple boards for extended play.
See who can come up with words for different letters with this fun printable Thanksgiving scattergories game – a Thanksgiving version of the popular board game. There are a handful of different boards to use so you can play an entire game.
3.4. Thanksgiving Matching Game
Answer: Thanksgiving Matching Game challenges players to match ingredients to popular Thanksgiving menu items. This engaging and challenging game is perfect for adults.
While a Thanksgiving matching game doesn’t typically seem like it’s for adults, this one is because you’ll be matching ingredients to popular Thanksgiving menu items. This one was challenging even for me, but it’s so fun to try.
Printed out Thanksgiving matching game with fall confetti all around
4. Thanksgiving Games Just For Kids
Want some Thanksgiving activities that are just for the kids? Try one of these Thanksgiving kids activities.
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FAQ Section
5. Frequently Asked Questions About Thanksgiving Games
5.1. What Are Some Fun Thanksgiving Games For All Ages?
Answer: Thanksgiving offers a plethora of engaging games suitable for every age group. Thanksgiving Bingo and Thanksgiving Pictionary provide classic fun, while Turkey Hunt and Pumpkin Roll add an adventurous twist. The Gratitude Skittles Game encourages reflection, and the Cup Football Game brings a sporty challenge. These Thanksgiving games guarantee a memorable and enjoyable celebration for all participants.
5.2. How Can I Make Thanksgiving Games More Engaging?
Answer: To enhance the engagement of Thanksgiving games, consider incorporating themed prizes, setting up a festive atmosphere, and adapting rules to suit different age groups. Encourage friendly competition with team-based activities like Thanksgiving Family Feud or Thanksgiving Charades. Additionally, interactive games such as the Gratitude Punch Game and Thanksgiving Would You Rather can stimulate conversation and create lasting memories.
5.3. What Thanksgiving Games Are Best For Large Groups?
Answer: For large gatherings, Thanksgiving Family Feud, Thanksgiving Bingo, and Thanksgiving Pictionary are excellent choices due to their simple rules and high participation levels. The Thanksgiving Floor Game and Turkey Hunt can accommodate many players, while team-based activities like the Cup Football Game and Thanksgiving Scattergories promote collaboration.
5.4. Are There Any Thanksgiving Minute To Win It Games?
Answer: Minute to Win It Games are perfect for adding quick bursts of fun to your Thanksgiving celebration. Games like Face the Pie, The Mayflower, Shake Your Tail Feathers, and Football Flick offer exciting challenges that can be completed in just one minute. These fast-paced games are sure to keep everyone entertained.
5.5. What Are Some Unique Thanksgiving Game Ideas?
Answer: For unique Thanksgiving games, consider the Gratitude Punch Game, which combines a punch game with gratitude questions, or the Thanksgiving Matching Game, which challenges players to match ingredients to Thanksgiving dishes. The Turkey Bowl and Linemen games offer creative twists on traditional activities, while the Pick a Play Game is perfect for football enthusiasts.
5.6. How Do I Incorporate Gratitude Into Thanksgiving Games?
Answer: Incorporate gratitude into Thanksgiving games by including activities like the Gratitude Skittles Game and the Thanksgiving Dice Game, which prompt players to express appreciation. The Gratitude Punch Game combines fun with thoughtful questions about gratitude, while the Thanksgiving Wishes Game encourages players to share their wishes and reflect on what they are thankful for.
5.7. What Supplies Do I Need For Thanksgiving Games?
Answer: Common supplies for Thanksgiving games include candy corn, ping pong balls, plastic cups, feathers, and printed game cards. Games like Face the Pie require pie tins and whipped cream, while others like Turkey Hunt need a hidden turkey and prizes. Ensure you have enough materials for all participants to fully enjoy the games.
5.8. Can Thanksgiving Games Be Educational?
Answer: Thanksgiving games can indeed be educational. Thanksgiving Trivia tests knowledge of Thanksgiving facts, while the Thanksgiving Matching Game challenges players to learn about ingredients in Thanksgiving dishes. Games that incorporate gratitude, such as the Gratitude Skittles Game, can promote reflection and appreciation.
5.9. What Are Some Outdoor Thanksgiving Game Options?
Answer: Outdoor Thanksgiving games can include Turkey Hunt, where players search for hidden turkeys, and Pumpkin Roll, where they roll pumpkins towards a target. Football Flick and Hut, Hut, Hoop add sporty elements, while a Thanksgiving scavenger hunt can lead players on an adventurous exploration of the outdoors.
5.10. Where Can I Find Printable Thanksgiving Game Cards?
Answer: Printable Thanksgiving game cards are readily available online for games like Thanksgiving Bingo, Thanksgiving Pictionary, and Thanksgiving Scattergories. Websites and blogs often offer free
