These hilarious Thanksgiving games “squash” the competition. From creative challenges to silly contests, get ready to turn your Thanksgiving or fall family night into a laugh-out-loud extravaganza!
Now, race like your feathers are on fire. Because these will make your celebration unforgettable!
30 Wildly Entertaining Thanksgiving Games to Play
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1. Who Is The Biggest Turkey?
Who is the Biggest Turkey is a lighthearted way to break the ice or entertain a crowd between the feast and football. This free game is full of silly, seasonal fun. All you need is the printable, a pen, and a willingness to act like a turkey now and then!
Players answer Thanksgiving-related questions, rack up points, and see who earns the grand title of… the BIGGEST TURKEY.
2. Funny Thanksgiving Minute to Win It Challenges
Players compete in a series of 60-second challenges using simple items. The tasks are simple but require speed, precision, and creativity.
Johnny Applestack Example: Players stack 5 apples on top of each other within 1 minute. The apples must remain freestanding for 3 seconds.
See Thanksgiving Minute to Win It Games >>
3. Play the 5 Second Game: Thanksgiving Edition
Next, turn the traditional 5 Second Game into a Thanksgiving variation.
In this hilarious game, players must name 3 things within 5 seconds. Categories you could use for the game:
- Name 3 Thanksgiving foods
- Name 3 things you are thankful for
- Name 3 types of pie
- Name 3 vegetables you eat at Thanksgiving
- Name 3 people you see at Thanksgiving dinner
4. Funny Thanksgiving Mad Libs
In this wild game, players fill in the blanks with random words to create a funny story. The randomness of the words chosen leads to silly and often nonsensical Thanksgiving tales that make everyone laugh.
Grab the free printable Thanksgiving Mad Libs >>
5. Roll a Turkey Dice Game
Players take turns rolling one die and filling in their turkey with colorful M&M’s. The first one to complete their turkey wins!
This free Roll a Turkey printable game is festive, fast-paced, and fun for kids and adults alike.
6. Macy’s Day Parade Bingo
If your family watches the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade every year, you’re going to love this! This FREE Thanksgiving Parade Bingo game turns parade-watching into an interactive, laugh-out-loud tradition.
You’ll spot floats, balloons, performers, and moments in real-time!
7. Turkey Day Family Feud (For a Feast of Laughter!)
Thanksgiving family feud is a fun teamwork game that brings you together for a gobbling good time.
From hilarious answers to friendly competition, this game will have your family laughing, shouting, and bonding long after the pumpkin pie is gone.
8. Thanksgiving Hunt for Treasure
Don’t just wait for the turkey! Make Thanksgiving unforgettable with free and festive Thanksgiving scavenger hunt clues.
9. Unique Thanksgiving Photo Hunt
*Great for older kids and teens!
Participants search for things to take a picture of that they’re thankful for. The goal is to find as many items on the list as possible within a set time limit. It’s a “grateful” twist on the traditional hunt. And it’s perfect for getting everyone in the Thanksgiving spirit.
Grab the free Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger Hunt >>
10. Most Exciting Thanksgiving Trivia
This Thanksgiving trivia game tests players’ knowledge of the holiday, from food to history and traditions. Questions can range from easy to challenging. It’s a fun way to compete and learn new facts.
Related: Fun Fall Trivia Game
11. Thanksgiving Scattergories
These Thanksgiving Scattergories categories will have everyone racing the clock, stretching their brains, and sharing laughs around the dinner table. Scattergories is a fun and fast-paced game that brings the whole family together.
12. A Turkey Tale Left-Right Story Game
This interactive Thanksgiving story game keeps everyone laughing as players pass a small pumpkin, prize, or treat every time they hear the word “left” or “right.”
It’s packed with Thanksgiving mishaps, holiday chaos, and plenty of silly moments that make it perfect for classrooms, family gatherings, or Friendsgiving parties.
13. Thanksgiving Outburst
“Turkey!” “Pumpkin pie!” “Cranberry sauce!”
How many Thanksgiving words or phrases can YOU burst out in 60 seconds?
With this fun-filled Thanksgiving Outburst game, you’ll shout, laugh, and race against the clock!
14. Free Memory Matching Game
*Great for young kids!
This Thanksgiving Memory Game is the perfect way to keep little hands busy and big smiles shining. Whether you’re waiting for pie or hanging out after dinner, this fun game helps kids stay entertained.
15. Best Thanksgiving Would You Rather
Players are given two Thanksgiving-themed options and must choose which one they prefer. It’s a simple, quick game that reveals personal preferences and can lead to fun debates.
It’s also a great way to add light-hearted fun to a less competitive group.
Grab the Thanksgiving Would You Rather Questions >>
16. Fall This Or That
Grab the free this or that fall printable and compare your favorite (and least favorite) things about the season.
17. Turkey Waddle Race
*Everyone will be laughing!
Place a balloon between your knees and waddle to the finish line without dropping it. Make it a relay race for teams!
18. Laugh Through a Yam Relay Race
Give participants a yam and a spoon. Players must use the spoon to roll the yam to a certain point and back. The first one back is the winner!
Related: Fun Things to Do For Your Friendsgiving
19. Riddle Me This
Tell special Thanksgiving riddles and jokes and see who can get the most right!
20. Have a Pie Eating Contest
Set up a pie-eating contest with small pies or whipped cream pies. The first person to finish without using their hands wins!
21. Thanksgiving Bingo
This free Thanksgiving Bingo Game is your new holiday hero! Whether you’re wrangling a table full of kids, breaking the ice with extended family, or just trying to survive until pie….this festive game brings laughter and a whole lot of fun to the table.
22. What’s Your Turkey Name?
What’s your turkey name? Is it…
Nutty Spudsworth? Or Wobbly Feather Bottom?
Find out with this fun and FREE printable turkey name game!
23. Pumpkin Bowling
Set up a “bowling alley” with empty cans or bottles painted like turkeys. Use a small pumpkin as the bowling ball and see who can knock down the most “pins.”
24. Hilarious Thanksgiving Charades Game Ideas
Players act out words or phrases without speaking, while their team tries to guess what they’re portraying. It’s a game that tests imagination and non-verbal communication skills. And it leads to lots of laughs and creative interpretations!
See a great list of Thanksgiving Charades Words >>
25. Play Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe
Create a tic-tac-toe board using tape on the floor. Then, use small pumpkins and gourds as playing pieces for a festive twist.
26. Turkey Trot Relay Game
Split into teams and race across the yard or living room while balancing a plastic turkey or football on your head. First team to finish wins!
27. Try Gratitude Pictionary
Draw something you’re thankful for and let others guess what it is! It’s a fun way to share gratitude with a creative twist.
28. Make a Thanksgiving-themed Obstacle Course
Throw anything out into the yard you can think of: piles of leaves, pumpkins, and durable decorations work well. Then, add to the obstacle course with sidewalk chalk activities.
29. Play Pumpkin Ring Toss
Place pumpkins on the ground and toss rings made of rope or pool noodles to try and land them on the pumpkin stems.
30. Start a Thanksgiving ‘I Spy’ Game
Walk around your neighborhood and only use fall related things in your game.
Related: Best Family Traditions for Thanksgiving
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