Thanksgiving 2027 is on

Thursday November 25, 2027
National HolidayVariable Date

Fourth Thursday of November

About Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and Canada, focusing on gratitude, family gatherings, and the harvest season. It is traditionally observed on the fourth Thursday of November in the US and the second Monday of October in Canada. The holiday centers around a large feast, typically featuring turkey, and serves as a time for families to come together and express gratitude for their blessings.

Countries Where Thanksgiving 2027 is Celebrated

United States
US
Canada
CA

Other Thanksgiving Dates

2024
November 28, 2024
Thursday
2025
November 27, 2025
Thursday
2026
November 26, 2026
Thursday
2028
November 23, 2028
Thursday
2029
November 22, 2029
Thursday
2030
November 28, 2030
Thursday

Thanksgiving Traditions & Activities

Traditions

  • Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends
  • Cooking and preparing traditional foods
  • Watching Thanksgiving parades and football
  • Expressing gratitude and sharing blessings
  • Volunteering and helping those in need
  • Thanksgiving crafts and decorations
  • Thanksgiving prayers and grace
  • Black Friday shopping preparation

Activities

  • Thanksgiving cooking and baking
  • Family gatherings and reunions
  • Watching Thanksgiving parades
  • Thanksgiving football games
  • Volunteering at food banks
  • Thanksgiving crafts and decorations
  • Thanksgiving prayers and reflection
  • Thanksgiving shopping and sales

Thanksgiving Symbols & Foods

Symbols

  • Turkey (centerpiece of the feast)
  • Cornucopia (horn of plenty)
  • Pumpkins and gourds (harvest symbols)
  • Autumn leaves (seasonal decoration)
  • Pilgrims and Native Americans (historical figures)
  • Mayflower (Pilgrim ship)
  • Harvest baskets (abundance)
  • Gratitude quotes and messages

Traditional Foods

  • Roasted turkey and stuffing
  • Mashed potatoes and gravy
  • Cranberry sauce and relish
  • Sweet potatoes and yams
  • Green bean casserole
  • Pumpkin pie and desserts
  • Apple pie and cobblers
  • Thanksgiving bread and rolls

Thanksgiving History & Significance

History

Thanksgiving has its origins in the 1621 harvest celebration between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Native Americans in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The first Thanksgiving was a three-day feast celebrating the successful harvest. The holiday was later proclaimed as a national day of thanksgiving by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, and it became an official federal holiday in 1941. The tradition has evolved to emphasize family, gratitude, and the sharing of abundance.

Significance

Thanksgiving represents the importance of gratitude, family unity, and the celebration of abundance. It serves as a reminder to appreciate the blessings in our lives and to share our good fortune with others. The holiday brings families together across generations, creating lasting memories and traditions while fostering a spirit of thankfulness and community.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Thanksgiving 2027?

Thanksgiving 2027 is on November 25, 2027 (Thursday).

What day of the week is Thanksgiving 2027?

Thanksgiving 2027 falls on a Thursday.

Is Thanksgiving 2027 a fixed date holiday?

Thanksgiving 2027 is a variable date holiday. Fourth Thursday of November

Which countries celebrate Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is celebrated in 2 countries including United States, Canada and more.