Thanksgiving Day
Wondering when Thanksgiving is and why we celebrate it? Learn about the date, meaning, and fun traditions behind this beloved American holiday.
When is Thanksgiving Day?
Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 26, 2026
Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year.
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| Holiday | Year | Day of the week | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | 2024 | Thursday | November 28, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving | 2025 | Thursday | November 27, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving | 2026 | Thursday | November 26, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving | 2027 | Thursday | November 25, 2027 |
| Thanksgiving | 2028 | Thursday | November 23, 2028 |
| Thanksgiving | 2029 | Thursday | November 22, 2029 |
| Thanksgiving | 2030 | Thursday | November 28, 2030 |
| Thanksgiving | 2031 | Thursday | November 27, 2031 |
| Thanksgiving | 2032 | Thursday | November 25, 2032 |
| Thanksgiving | 2033 | Thursday | November 24, 2033 |
| Thanksgiving | 2034 | Thursday | November 23, 2034 |
| Thanksgiving | 2035 | Thursday | November 22, 2035 |
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What is Thanksgiving Day?
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for life’s blessings, traditionally commemorating the 1621 harvest feast shared between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag.
It became a federal holiday in 1863, thanks to President Abraham Lincoln.
Is Thanksgiving Day a Public Holiday?
Yes! Thanksgiving is a federal holiday, and most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.
How is Thanksgiving Day Celebrated?
🦃 Turkey dinners with family and friends
🥧 Pumpkin pie and classic side dishes
🏈 Watching football and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
🙏 Sharing what you’re grateful for
Interesting Facts About Thanksgiving Day
• The first Thanksgiving lasted three days!
• Sarah Josepha Hale, author of “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” campaigned for the holiday for 17 years.
• Americans eat over 45 million turkeys every Thanksgiving.
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