<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=45&resize=620,413" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=45&resize=2400,1598 2400w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=45&resize=1920,1278 1920w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=45&resize=1440,959 1440w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=45&resize=1200,799 1200w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=90&resize=960,639 960w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=90&resize=720,479 720w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=90&resize=576,383 576w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=90&resize=360,239 360w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2022/09/Thanksgivingdinner-8c9ed0b.jpg?quality=90&resize=180,119 180w, " sizes="(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-779233 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail" alt="Mother and daughter cooking Thanksgiving dinner" title="What is Thanksgiving and how is it celebrated?" /> <p>Learn everything you need to know about the American celebration of Thanksgiving Day. This annual holiday is an occasion to gather with family, express gratitude and celebrate the autumn harvest with a hearty feast.</p>
<p>Discover what to serve at a traditional Thanksgiving with our <a href="/howto/guide/ultimate-thanksgiving-dinner">best Thanksgiving recipes and menu ideas</a>.</p>
<p>And for even more ideas, see our ultimate collection of <a href="/recipes/collection/thanksgiving-day-recipes">Thanksgiving recipes</a> or browse our <a href="/news-trends/best-thanksgiving-gifts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best Thanksgiving gifts to buy</a>. For shopping inspiration, see our <a href="/black-friday-kitchen-appliance-deals">Black Friday hub</a>.</p>
<h2>What is Thanksgiving?</h2>
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<p>Thanksgiving is an annual American holiday celebrated in November. Friends and family gather for a large celebration feast and give thanks for the year’s bounty.</p>
<p>Historically, the origins of <a href="https://www.historyextra.com/tag/thanksgiving/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thanksgiving</a> date back to 1621 when the English colonists (Pilgrims) of Plymouth, Massachusetts, shared a harvest feast with the native <a class="md-crosslink" href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Wampanoag">Wampanoag people</a>.</p>
<p>In present day, the holiday is celebrated with a large turkey dinner, American football, parades, and volunteering. The day after Thanksgiving is known as <a href="/black-friday-kitchen-appliance-deals">Black Friday</a> and usually has large commercial sales and shopping for the Christmas season.</p>
<p>Thanksgiving is also celebrated in Canada in October, originating back to the colonial period.</p>
<h2>When is Thanksgiving?</h2>
<p>In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, with few exceptions. In 2024, Thanksgiving will be celebrated on <strong>Thursday, 28 November</strong>.</p>
<p>In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of thanksgiving to be celebrated. After a joint resolution of Congress, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued a <a href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Thanksgiving-Day" target="_blank" rel="noopener">proclamation</a> in 1942 designating the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day.</p>
<h2>When is Canadian Thanksgiving?</h2>
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<p>Thanksgiving Day has been celebrated in Canada on the second Monday in October since 1957. In 2024, Thanksgiving will be celebrated in Canada on <strong>Monday, 14 October</strong>.</p>
<p>Parliament first established a national Thanksgiving Day in 1879.</p>
<h2>What is the meaning of Thanksgiving?</h2>
<p>Thanksgiving is celebrated as a means of giving thanks for family, friends, food, health and other positivities. Some families incorporate religion by giving thanks in prayer, but Thanksgiving is a federal holiday and celebrated nationwide.</p>
<p>In modern times, the holiday has come to symbolise gratitude, peace and celebrating blessings.</p>
<h2>What food is eaten for Thanksgiving?</h2>
<p>Thanksgiving menus are quite traditional but differ due to regional and cultural differences. The most typical Thanksgiving dinner features a large roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie.</p>
<h3>Turkey</h3>
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<p>A large roasted turkey tends to be the centrepiece of choice at a Thanksgiving dinner, so much so that the holiday is nicknamed ‘turkey day’. <a href="/recipes/collection/cranberry-sauce-recipes">Cranberry sauce</a> is typically served to accompany the meal, either canned or homemade.</p>
<p>If you’re looking for a vegetarian alternative, our <a href="/recipes/spiced-squash-feta-beetroot-wellington">spiced squash, feta & beetroot wellington</a> in an excellent centrepiece for a veggie feast.</p>
<p>See our <a href="/recipes/next-level-roast-turkey">next level roast turkey</a> or more <a href="/recipes/collection/turkey-recipes">turkey recipe ideas</a>.</p>
<h3>Potatoes</h3>
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<p>Mashed potatoes are a staple Thanksgiving dish to accompany the roast turkey, with gravy on top. Alternatives include creamy <a href="/recipes/scalloped-potatoes">scalloped potatoes</a>, <a href="/recipes/slow-cooker-potato-gratin">slow-cooker potato gratin</a>, <a href="/recipes/sweet-potato-casserole">sweet potato casserole</a> and yams.</p>
<p>Try our classic <a href="/recipes/creamy-mash">mashed potatoes</a> and see our ultimate collection of <a href="/recipes/collection/potato-recipes">potato recipes</a>.</p>
<h3>Stuffing and sides</h3>
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<p>American stuffing, or dressing, tends to be made with chunks of bread and baked in a roasting dish. See our classic <a href="/recipes/thanksgiving-stuffing">Thanksgiving stuffing</a> or our <a href="/recipes/collection/stuffing-recipes">stuffing collection</a> for more.</p>
<p>Other popular side dishes include <a href="/recipes/green-bean-casserole">green bean casserole</a> and <a href="/recipes/best-ever-macaroni-cheese-recipe">macaroni and cheese</a>.</p>
<p>Find more ideas with our <a href="/recipes/collection/thanksgiving-side-recipes">Thanksgiving side dish recipes</a>.</p>
<h3>Pie and dessert</h3>
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<p>Hearty autumn flavours are the dessert of choice at a Thanksgiving dinner. <a href="/recipes/pumpkin-pie">Pumpkin</a>, <a href="/recipes/ultimate-apple-pie">apple</a> and <a href="/recipes/new-england-pecan-pie">pecan pie</a> are all Thanksgiving classics sure to make an appearance. Combine two winning desserts with our <a href="/recipes/pumpkin-pecan-cheesecake-pie">pumpkin & pecan cheesecake pie</a>.</p>
<p>Other desserts include <a href="/recipes/collection/cheesecake-recipes">cheesecake</a> and <a href="/recipes/collection/thanksgiving-cake-recipes">cakes</a>.</p>
<p>See more <a href="/recipes/collection/thanksgiving-dessert-recipes">Thanksgiving dessert ideas</a>.</p>
<h2>Discover more Thanksgiving inspiration</h2>
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