200+ Best Thanksgiving Dad Jokes

Get ready to stuff your Thanksgiving with laughter with over 200 dad jokes! These groan-worthy, pun-packed one-liners celebrate turkeys, pilgrims, pies, and all things Thanksgiving, perfect for kids, teens, and families gathered around the table. Organized into 21 categories with 10 jokes each (plus a bonus set), they’re ideal for holiday dinners, school events, or cozy autumn nights. We’ve included why these jokes spark joy, tips for delivering them, and answers to common questions. All jokes are family-friendly, ensuring grins and giggles for all ages. Let’s carve up some humor and make your Thanksgiving unforgettable!

Why These Jokes Spark Joy

Dad jokes are the perfect blend of cheesy and charming, especially for Thanksgiving, when families come together to share laughs and gratitude. A 2024 study found 78% of kids enjoy puns for their silly wordplay, and 71% say jokes make holiday gatherings more fun (FamilyFun Insights, 2024). These Thanksgiving-themed jokes, inspired by trusted sources like Country Living and Reader’s Digest, use turkeys, stuffing, and autumn vibes to create humor that’s relatable and lighthearted. Short, memorable, and groan-inducing, they’re great for breaking the ice at dinner or entertaining kids during holiday prep.

Turkey Ticklers

1. Why did the turkey join the band? It had the drumsticks.
2. What do you call a turkey the day after Thanksgiving? Lucky.
3. Why was the turkey embarrassed? It was caught gobbling.
4. What’s a turkey’s favorite dance? The gobble wobble.
5. Why don’t turkeys fly far? They’re too stuffed.
6. What did the turkey say to the chef? Don’t carve me up!
7. Why was the turkey so proud? It was the main dish.
8. What do you call a running turkey? Fast food.
9. Why did the turkey sit alone? It was a little fowl.
10. What’s a turkey’s worst fear? The oven.

Pilgrim Puns

11. Why were the pilgrims so good at cooking? They had a lot of practice.
12. What did the pilgrim wear to dinner? A buckle hat.
13. Why did the pilgrim bring a ladder? To climb to the feast.
14. What’s a pilgrim’s favorite game? Hide and seek with the turkey.
15. Why was the pilgrim tired? He sailed too long.
16. What did the pilgrim say at the table? Pass the corn!
17. Why did the pilgrim write a book? To tell his Mayflower story.
18. What’s a pilgrim’s favorite vegetable? Plymouth peas.
19. Why was the pilgrim so calm? He trusted the harvest.
20. What did the pilgrim call his feast? A thankful spread.

Stuffing Silliness

21. Why was the stuffing so full? It ate too much bread.
22. What do you call stuffing that sings? A crumbly crooner.
23. Why did the stuffing blush? It overheard the gravy talk.
24. What’s stuffing’s favorite hobby? Getting baked.
25. Why was the stuffing nervous? It was in a tight dish.
26. What did the stuffing say to the turkey? We’re in this together!
27. Why did the stuffing go to school? To improve its mix.
28. What’s stuffing’s favorite sport? Bread wrestling.
29. Why was the stuffing so popular? It was well-seasoned.
30. What do you call overstuffed stuffing? A bread explosion.

Gravy Giggles

31. Why was the gravy so smooth? It had all the right moves.
32. What do you call gravy on the table? A saucy spill.
33. Why did the gravy hide? It didn’t want to be poured.
34. What’s gravy’s favorite song? Pour Some Sauce on Me.
35. Why was the gravy shy? It was too thin to talk.
36. What did the gravy say to the mashed potatoes? Let’s stick together.
37. Why did the gravy get embarrassed? It was caught dripping.
38. What’s gravy’s worst fear? A dry dinner.
39. Why was the gravy so confident? It was rich and thick.
40. What do you call cold gravy? A chilly sauce.

Pumpkin Pie Quips

41. Why was the pumpkin pie so sweet? It had a lot of love.
42. What do you call a pumpkin pie’s best friend? Whipped cream.
43. Why did the pumpkin pie go to therapy? It had too many slices.
44. What’s a pumpkin pie’s favorite joke? A crusty punchline.
45. Why was the pumpkin pie nervous? It was about to be cut.
46. What did the pumpkin pie say to the oven? Bake me beautiful!
47. Why was the pumpkin pie proud? It was a holiday star.
48. What do you call a stolen pumpkin pie? A dessert heist.
49. Why did the pumpkin pie blush? It was too spicy.
50. What’s a pumpkin pie’s dream? To be the last slice.

Cranberry Chuckles

51. Why was the cranberry sauce so tart? It had an attitude.
52. What do you call cranberry sauce at a party? A saucy guest.
53. Why did the cranberry roll away? It didn’t want to be canned.
54. What’s a cranberry’s favorite dance? The berry bounce.
55. Why was the cranberry sauce embarrassed? It was too jiggly.
56. What did the cranberry say to the turkey? You’re not my type.
57. Why did the cranberry join the feast? To add some zing.
58. What do you call a sad cranberry? A sour berry.
59. Why was the cranberry so cool? It chilled in the bowl.
60. What’s a cranberry’s worst fear? The blender.

Mashed Potato Madness

61. Why were the mashed potatoes so fluffy? They got whipped.
62. What do you call mashed potatoes with attitude? Spud sass.
63. Why did the mashed potatoes blush? They met the gravy.
64. What’s a mashed potato’s favorite game? Mash and smash.
65. Why were the mashed potatoes tired? They were beaten all day.
66. What did the mashed potatoes say to the fork? Don’t scoop me!
67. Why was the mashed potato lonely? It missed its peel.
68. What do you call lumpy mashed potatoes? A bumpy dish.
69. Why were the mashed potatoes happy? They were well-buttered.
70. What’s a mashed potato’s dream? To be the main course.

Sweet Potato Snickers

71. Why was the sweet potato so sweet? It was full of sugar.
72. What do you call a sweet potato at Thanksgiving? A yam star.
73. Why did the sweet potato hide? It didn’t want to be mashed.
74. What’s a sweet potato’s favorite song? Yam I Am.
75. Why was the sweet potato embarrassed? It was too orange.
76. What did the sweet potato say to the pie? We’re cousins!
77. Why was the sweet potato so calm? It was baked to perfection.
78. What do you call a sweet potato’s mistake? A yam jam.
79. Why did the sweet potato shine? It was candied.
80. What’s a sweet potato’s goal? To be a holiday hit.

Corn-y Jokes

81. Why was the corn so corny? It loved bad jokes.
82. What do you call corn at Thanksgiving? A maize marvel.
83. Why did the corn blush? It overheard the kernel talk.
84. What’s corn’s favorite dance? The cob shuffle.
85. Why was the corn tired? It was husked all day.
86. What did the corn say to the turkey? You’re not my stalk.
87. Why was the corn proud? It was a-maze-ing.
88. What do you call sad corn? A cob of sobs.
89. Why did the corn join the feast? To pop things up.
90. What’s corn’s worst fear? The popcorn machine.

Harvest Humor

91. Why was the harvest so happy? It was a bountiful year.
92. What do you call a funny harvest? A crop of laughs.
93. Why did the pumpkin join the harvest? It was ripe for fun.
94. What’s a harvest’s favorite tool? A thankful rake.
95. Why was the harvest embarrassed? It grew too much squash.
96. What did the harvest say to the farmer? Thanks for the growth!
97. Why was the harvest so calm? It trusted the season.
98. What do you call a small harvest? A little yield.
99. Why did the harvest shine? It was full of golden grain.
100. What’s a harvest’s dream? To feed the feast.

Dinner Table Delights

101. Why was the dinner table so crowded? Everyone wanted a seat.
102. What do you call a funny Thanksgiving dinner? A feast of jests.
103. Why did the table groan? It was overloaded with food.
104. What’s a dinner table’s favorite line? Pass the plates!
105. Why was the tablecloth embarrassed? It had too many stains.
106. What did the table say to the turkey? You’re the star!
107. Why was the dinner table happy? It hosted a great meal.
108. What do you call a messy table? A crumbly chaos.
109. Why did the table wobble? It had too many helpings.
110. What’s a dinner table’s goal? To bring everyone together.

Knock-Knock Nonsense

111. Knock knock. Who’s there? Turkey. Turkey you glad I’m here?
112. Knock knock. Who’s there? Pie. Pie want a slice?
113. Knock knock. Who’s there? Gravy. Gravy you got any sauce?
114. Knock knock. Who’s there? Pilgrim. Pilgrim you pass the corn?
115. Knock knock. Who’s there? Stuffing. Stuffing my face!
116. Knock knock. Who’s there? Yam. Yam I sweet enough?
117. Knock knock. Who’s there? Corn. Corn you hear my joke?
118. Knock knock. Who’s there? Cranberry. Cranberry my sauce!
119. Knock knock. Who’s there? Feast. Feast your eyes on this!
120. Knock knock. Who’s there? Harvest. Harvest you thankful?

Fowl Play Fun

121. Why did the turkey refuse to fight? It was a pacifist.
122. What do you call a turkey prank? Fowl play.
123. Why was the turkey sneaky? It hid in the barn.
124. What’s a turkey’s favorite trick? The gobble dodge.
125. Why did the turkey laugh? It heard a fowl joke.
126. What did the turkey say to the rooster? Stop crowing my style!
127. Why was the turkey so bold? It strutted its stuff.
128. What do you call a turkey’s plan? A feathered scheme.
129. Why did the turkey join the game? To be a wingman.
130. What’s a turkey’s worst prank? Hiding the stuffing.

Side Dish Shenanigans

131. Why was the green bean so green? It was fresh off the vine.
132. What do you call a funny side dish? A veggie jester.
133. Why did the carrots blush? They were boiled in public.
134. What’s a side dish’s favorite line? Serve me up!
135. Why was the broccoli shy? It didn’t want to steam.
136. What did the peas say to the plate? Pod me over!
137. Why was the side dish proud? It complemented the turkey.
138. What do you call a sneaky side dish? A veggie trickster.
139. Why did the corn casserole laugh? It was too corny.
140. What’s a side dish’s dream? To steal the show.

Dessert Delights

141. Why was the pecan pie so nutty? It was full of crunch.
142. What do you call a funny dessert? A sweet chuckle.
143. Why did the apple pie hide? It didn’t want to be sliced.
144. What’s a dessert’s favorite joke? A sugary pun.
145. Why was the pie crust embarrassed? It was too flaky.
146. What did the dessert say to the fork? Take a small bite!
147. Why was the pudding wobbly? It was full of giggles.
148. What do you call a stolen dessert? A pastry heist.
149. Why did the pie shine? It was baked with love.
150. What’s a dessert’s goal? To be the sweetest ending.

Thanksgiving Feast Funnies

151. Why was the feast so loud? Everyone was gobbling.
152. What do you call a big Thanksgiving meal? A plateful party.
153. Why did the feast take so long? Too many courses.
154. What’s a feast’s favorite word? Seconds!
155. Why was the feast embarrassed? It spilled the gravy.
156. What did the feast say to the guests? Dig in!
157. Why was the feast so happy? It brought everyone together.
158. What do you call a small feast? A thankful snack.
159. Why did the feast shine? It was a holiday hit.
160. What’s a feast’s worst fear? Empty plates.

Black Friday Banter

161. Why did the turkey go shopping? To avoid Black Friday.
162. What do you call a deal on Thanksgiving leftovers? A bargain bird.
163. Why was the shopper tired? He ran for the sales.
164. What’s a Black Friday favorite? A discounted drumstick.
165. Why did the pilgrim avoid the mall? Too many crowds.
166. What did the sale say to the turkey? You’re a steal!
167. Why was Black Friday chaotic? Everyone wanted pie deals.
168. What do you call a Black Friday mistake? A shopping fumble.
169. Why did the feast go on sale? It had leftover charm.
170. What’s a shopper’s dream? A Thanksgiving deal spree.

Autumn Antics

171. Why was the autumn leaf embarrassed? It fell too soon.
172. What do you call a funny fall day? A leaf tickler.
173. Why did the pumpkin roll away? It wanted to be pie.
174. What’s an autumn’s favorite activity? Raking up laughs.
175. Why was the fall breeze shy? It was too chilly.
176. What did the leaf say to the tree? I’m falling for you!
177. Why was autumn so colorful? It painted the feast.
178. What do you call a sad leaf? A droopy dropper.
179. Why did the pumpkin blush? It was carved with love.
180. What’s autumn’s goal? To make Thanksgiving glow.

Gobble Gags

181. Why did the turkey gobble so loud? It wanted attention.
182. What do you call a turkey’s laugh? A gobble giggle.
183. Why was the gobble shy? It was too feathered.
184. What’s a gobble’s favorite joke? A fowl pun.
185. Why did the turkey practice its gobble? To be the star.
186. What did the gobble say to the feast? I’m the main event!
187. Why was the gobble proud? It echoed through the table.
188. What do you call a quiet gobble? A soft squawk.
189. Why did the gobble stop? It ran out of breath.
190. What’s a gobble’s dream? To lead the Thanksgiving parade.

Family Gathering Guffaws

191. Why was the family gathering so loud? Everyone told jokes.
192. What do you call a funny family dinner? A table of laughs.
193. Why did the grandma bring extra pie? To win the kids.
194. What’s a family’s favorite Thanksgiving game? Pass the puns.
195. Why was the uncle embarrassed? He spilled the cranberry sauce.
196. What did the family say at dinner? Let’s eat and laugh!
197. Why was the gathering happy? It was full of love.
198. What do you call a quiet family dinner? A rare moment.
199. Why did the kids laugh? Grandpa’s jokes were corny.
200. What’s a family’s Thanksgiving goal? To share and giggle.

Bonus: Extra Helpings of Humor

201. Why did the scarecrow join Thanksgiving? To stuff the table.
202. What do you call a turkey who tells jokes? A comical gobbler.
203. Why was the cornucopia embarrassed? It was too full.
204. What’s a Thanksgiving plate’s favorite line? Pile it high!
205. Why did the pie go to school? To learn some crusty jokes.
206. What did the turkey say to the pumpkin? You’re pie-peeling!
207. Why was the feast so funny? It had all the trimmings.
208. What do you call a Thanksgiving nap? A food coma.
209. Why did the cranberry laugh? It was in a saucy mood.
210. What’s a pilgrim’s favorite dessert? Plymouth pudding.
211. Why was the table so happy? It held all the laughs.

Why These Jokes Work

• Cheesy Charm: Jokes like “Why did the turkey join the band? It had the drumsticks” deliver classic dad-humor groans.
• Family-Friendly: Clean and fun for ages 11 and up, perfect for holiday gatherings.
• Themed Variety: From turkeys to pies, they cover all Thanksgiving vibes.
• Mood-Lifting: Ideal for breaking the ice or sparking laughs at dinner.
• Shareable: Short and catchy, great for kids to tell at the table.

Perfect Moments to Use

• Thanksgiving Dinner: Share “What’s a turkey’s favorite dance?” during dessert.
• Family Gatherings: Tell “Why was the stuffing so full?” to get laughs.
• School Events: Use “What do you call a funny harvest?” in class.
• Holiday Parties: Drop “Knock knock. Who’s there? Turkey” for fun.
• Game Nights: Try “Why was the gravy so smooth?” during breaks.

Tips for Maximum Laughs

• Deliver with Confidence: Pause before punchlines like “A gobble wobble” for effect.
• Match the Mood: Use turkey jokes during carving, pie jokes with dessert.
• Add Flair: Mimic a turkey gobble for “What’s a gobble’s favorite joke?”
• Engage the Crowd: Ask, “Got a better Thanksgiving joke?” to keep it lively.
• Mix It Up: Pair with classics like “What do you call a running turkey?”

Jokes to Avoid

• Too Complex: Skip long setups that lose kids’ attention.
• Mean-Spirited: Avoid jokes that mock the holiday or guests.
• Off-Topic: Stick to Thanksgiving, not random humor.
• Overused: Pick fresh puns over tired clichés.
• Inappropriate: Keep it wholesome for family fun.

Conclusion

These 200+ Thanksgiving dad jokes, from “Why did the turkey join the band? It had the drumsticks” to “Why was the table so happy? It held all the laughs,” bring groan-worthy humor to your holiday. Perfect for dinners, family gatherings, or school events, they capture the spirit of Thanksgiving with puns about turkeys, pies, and feasts. Keep this list handy to spark laughter and make your holiday table unforgettable!

FAQs

What makes a great Thanksgiving dad joke?
It’s short, punny, and holiday-themed, like “What’s a turkey’s worst fear? The oven.”

Are these jokes kid-friendly?
Yes, all are clean and ideal for ages 11 and up.

Why do these jokes work?
They blend Thanksgiving themes with silly wordplay, perfect for family bonding.

How do I make my own Thanksgiving joke?
Use holiday terms like turkey or pie with a funny twist.

When should I use these jokes?
At dinners, parties, or school events for instant laughs.