30 Exciting Thanksgiving Games to Keep Everyone Entertained

I used to think Thanksgiving was all about the food—turkey, pies, and mashed potatoes. But then I realized, the best memories come from the fun we have together.

There was a time when our Thanksgiving celebrations felt like a blur of eating and chatting, with nothing to break the routine.

But after a bit of creativity, I found some awesome Thanksgiving games that bring everyone together and keep things lively.

These games aren’t just about having fun—they make the day feel more special and full of laughter.

So, let’s dive into some Thanksgiving games that will make your holiday unforgettable!

1. Turkey Bowling

Get ready to roll those turkeys! 

This Thanksgiving twist on the classic bowling game is bound to get everyone laughing as they try to knock down turkey pins made from decorated bottles. Simple and festive, it’s a game that brings out the competitive spirit and fun side in players of all ages.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 20-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Empty bottles (decorated as turkeys with construction paper or paint)
  
• A small ball (like a tennis ball or any soft ball)
  
• A clear space, like a hallway or open room
  

How to Play:

1. Set up the bottles at the end of your bowling “lane.” The number of bottles can vary depending on space and time.
   
2. Players take turns rolling the ball toward the bottles to knock them down.
   
3. Each player gets two attempts per turn, just like regular bowling.
   
4. After everyone has had their turn, count up how many pins were knocked over. The person with the most points wins!
   

Pro Tip: Mix things up by adding challenges, like having players roll with their non-dominant hand or blindfolding them for extra hilarity.

2. Thanksgiving Bingo

Everyone loves a good game of bingo – especially when it’s filled with Thanksgiving-themed images! 

This fast-paced game is an easy and fun way to keep everyone engaged, from little kids to adults who are ready to show off their competitive streak.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2+

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Pre-made Thanksgiving bingo cards (or you can easily make your own online!)
  
• Markers (coins, beans, or small candy work great)
  
• A bowl or hat to pull the calling cards from
  

How to Play:

1. Hand out bingo cards to each player and provide them with something to mark their spots – beans, buttons, or even mini marshmallows!
   
2. Draw Thanksgiving-related images or words (like “pie,” “turkey,” or “pilgrim”) from a hat and call them out one at a time.
   
3. Players mark the items on their cards as they hear them called. The first person to complete a row or full card yells, “Bingo!”
   
4. Celebrate with a small prize, like a cute Thanksgiving trinket or a batch of cookies.
   

Pro Tip: For a fun twist, try “Speed Bingo” by calling the items faster. The pressure will make everyone shout “Bingo!” in the most exciting way.

3. Pin the Wattle on the Turkey

A hilarious and festive variation of “Pin the Tail on the Donkey” that’s guaranteed to bring out the giggles! 

Blindfold your friends, spin them around, and let them try their best to place the turkey’s wattle in the right spot – it’s harder than it sounds!

Best for: Kids, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A large turkey poster
  
• Paper cutout of a turkey’s wattle (colorful and big)
  
• Blindfolds
  
• Double-sided tape
  

How to Play:

1. Set up a large turkey poster on the wall, making sure to leave a space where the wattle should go.
   
2. Blindfold each player in turn, give them the turkey wattle cutout, and spin them around three times to disorient them.
   
3. Let them try to stick the wattle onto the turkey’s neck. You can use double-sided tape for easy removal and repositioning.
   
4. The player who gets closest to the right spot wins!
   

Pro Tip: Add extra fun by playing some upbeat music and encouraging players to dance their way to the turkey!

4. Turkey Hunt

Ready to embark on a turkey hunt? 

This scavenger hunt is the perfect way to get everyone moving while looking for hidden treasures! 

Plus, you can easily adjust it for indoor or outdoor play.

Best for: All ages, groups of 4-8

Time to Play: 20-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Mini turkeys (paper, plastic, or small figurines)
  
• Baskets or bags to collect the turkeys
  
• A list of clues or tasks (optional)
  

How to Play:

1. Hide turkey figurines or paper turkeys around the house, yard, or park.
   
2. Give each player a basket or bag to collect their findings.
   
3. Set a timer and let everyone race to find as many turkeys as they can within the allotted time.
   
4. The player with the most turkeys at the end wins a festive prize, like a small pumpkin or a Thanksgiving-themed treat.
   

Pro Tip: Add a little challenge by giving clues or tasks to complete before they can find the turkeys, like solving a riddle or doing a funny dance.

5. Pumpkin Toss

This game is a perfect balance of fun and skill! 

Whether you’re tossing bean bags or soft balls, the goal is to land your throw in one of the pumpkin-shaped targets. 

It’s competitive, engaging, and a great way to get the whole family involved.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Pumpkin-shaped targets (cardboard, plastic, or felt)
  
• Bean bags or small balls
  
• A clear area for tossing
  

How to Play:

1. Set up a series of pumpkin targets at varying distances. The further the target, the higher the point value.
   
2. Players take turns tossing their bean bags or balls at the targets.
   
3. Each successful throw into a pumpkin earns points based on how far the target is.
   
4. Play continues until everyone’s had their turn, then tally up the points. The highest score wins!
   

Pro Tip: Make things more interesting by assigning different point values based on the size of the pumpkin or how tricky the target placement is.

6. Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt

A fun, interactive scavenger hunt is always a hit at Thanksgiving! 

This game gets everyone searching for Thanksgiving-themed items around your house or backyard, and it’s perfect for keeping the kids entertained while the adults relax.

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 20-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A list of Thanksgiving-related items to find (turkey figurines, a red apple, a mini pumpkin, etc.)
  
• Baskets or bags to hold the items
  

How to Play:

1. Create a list of Thanksgiving-related items for players to find, like “a feather,” “a pumpkin,” or “a pilgrim hat.”
   
2. Hide the items around the house or outside, making sure some are easy to find and others are a bit tricky.
   
3. Set a timer and let the players search for as many items on the list as possible within the time limit.
   
4. The person or team that finds the most items on the list wins a festive prize!
   

Pro Tip: Add extra points for creativity – like if someone can find a specific colored leaf or a turkey with a funny face!

7. Cornhole with a Twist

Take the classic game of cornhole and add a Thanksgiving flair! 

Not only does this game get the whole family involved, but you can also personalize it with festive decorations and pumpkin-shaped bean bags to keep everyone in the holiday spirit.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2+

Time to Play: 30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A cornhole set (or make your own with cardboard boxes and a marker)
  
• Bean bags or small soft balls (decorate them to look like mini pumpkins!)
  
• A large space outdoors or in a basement
  

How to Play:

1. Set up the cornhole boards with a few feet of space between them, just like you would for a regular game.
   
2. Players take turns tossing their bags (or mini pumpkins) toward the holes in the cornhole board.
   
3. Each bag that lands in a hole earns points – the more difficult the hole, the higher the point value.
   
4. The first person or team to reach 21 points wins!
   

Pro Tip: Make things even more fun by adding themed rules, like extra points for landing in a “pumpkin” hole or making players do a funny dance before their turn!

8. Turkey Relay Race

Ready, set, go! 

This turkey relay race is a hilarious, energy-packed game that’ll have everyone running around trying to keep a feather (or soft turkey) balanced on a spoon. 

It’s the perfect mix of competition and silliness, and a great way to work off that Thanksgiving dinner!

Best for: Kids, groups of 4-10

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Spoons (one for each player)
  
• A soft ball, cotton ball, or small plush turkey (as your “feather”)
  
• A clear path for the race (indoors or outdoors)
  

How to Play:

1. Divide the players into teams and assign each team a spoon and a “feather” to balance.
   
2. Set up a racecourse with a start and finish line.
   
3. Players must race to the finish line while balancing the feather on their spoon without dropping it.
   
4. If they drop it, they must go back to the start and try again.
   
5. The team that gets all players across the finish line first wins!
   

Pro Tip: For an extra challenge, have players perform a silly dance or act like turkeys while they race!

9. Thanksgiving Charades

Who doesn’t love a good game of charades? 

Thanksgiving charades puts a festive twist on this classic party game. 

Whether you’re acting out turkey poses or pretending to carve the perfect pumpkin pie, it’s guaranteed to keep the whole family laughing.

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 15-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Slips of paper with Thanksgiving prompts written on them (like “pilgrim hat,” “eating a turkey leg,” or “falling leaves”)
  
• A timer or stopwatch
  

How to Play:

1. Players take turns drawing a slip of paper with a Thanksgiving-related prompt (like “fighting over the last piece of pie”).
   
2. Without speaking, the player must act out the prompt while everyone else tries to guess what they’re doing.
   
3. Set a time limit (30 seconds is ideal) to keep things moving quickly.
   
4. The player who guesses correctly earns a point. If no one guesses, the actor gets the point.
   
5. Keep playing until everyone has had a turn, and tally up the points to declare the winner!
   

Pro Tip: The more dramatic the acting, the better! You’ll be in stitches watching family members try to pretend they’re a pilgrim or a turkey.

10. Pie Eating Contest

Time to get messy with a Thanksgiving classic! 

Set up a table with mini pies (or whipped cream pies for less mess) and let contestants race to eat them—hands-free. 

This game is as fun to watch as it is to participate in, and the best part? It’s an excuse to eat pie!

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Mini pies (pumpkin, apple, or whipped cream pies work great)
  
• A table to set them up
  
• Napkins (lots of them!)
  

How to Play:

1. Set a mini pie in front of each contestant and have them line up at the table.
   
2. On the count of three, the players dive in—no hands allowed!
   
3. The first person to finish their pie wins!
   
4. Don’t forget to have extra napkins for cleanup afterward (things can get pretty messy).
   

Pro Tip: Add a twist by timing each contestant. The fastest pie eater gets an extra prize!

11. Pilgrim Hat Ring Toss

Ring toss is a fun game for players of all ages, and this version adds a Thanksgiving spin by using adorable pilgrim hats as your targets. 

Whether you’re tossing rings or paper plates, it’s sure to be a crowd favorite!

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Pilgrim hat cutouts (made from cardboard or paper)
  
• Small rings (or paper plates with a hole in the middle)
  
• A table or flat surface to set up the hats
  

How to Play:

1. Set up the pilgrim hats in a row or in different distances from the starting point.
   
2. Players take turns tossing their rings or paper plates in an attempt to land them over the hat’s brim.
   
3. Assign point values for each successful toss depending on how far away the hats are.
   
4. The player with the highest score after all turns wins!
   

Pro Tip: For a fun challenge, add more obstacles to the setup, like making players stand on one leg or toss from different angles.

12. Harvest Toss

This simple yet fun game is perfect for getting everyone involved. 

Fill a large bowl with harvest-themed items like mini pumpkins, apples, and gourds, and have players toss small bean bags or balls into the bowl for points. 

The winner gets to take home a prize, of course!

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A large bowl or container (filled with mini pumpkins, apples, or other harvest items)
  
• Small bean bags or soft balls
  
• A table or open space to set up
  

How to Play:

1. Set the bowl at a designated distance and let players take turns tossing their bean bags or balls into it.
   
2. Assign point values based on how close the target is or how tricky the toss might be.
   
3. Keep playing until everyone has had a turn, and tally up the points.
   
4. The player with the most points at the end wins!
   

Pro Tip: For a more challenging twist, make players toss while standing on one foot or with their non-dominant hand!

13. Thanksgiving Pictionary

Ready to put your drawing skills to the test? 

Thanksgiving Pictionary brings out everyone’s creative (and sometimes hilarious) side as players sketch out fall and Thanksgiving-themed prompts while their team tries to guess what they’re drawing.

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 15-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Whiteboard or large sheets of paper
  
• Markers
  
• Thanksgiving-themed prompts (you can easily find lists online)
  

How to Play:

1. Divide into teams and set up a Pictionary board with a marker for each team.
   
2. One player draws a Thanksgiving-related word or phrase, such as “cornucopia” or “turkey,” without speaking or writing letters/numbers.
   
3. The rest of the team has 60 seconds to guess the drawing correctly.
   
4. The team that guesses the most drawings correctly wins!
   

Pro Tip: Keep the drawings simple! You’ll be amazed at how much laughter a quick scribble can bring when everyone starts guessing in ridiculous ways.

14. Fall Sensory Bin

Perfect for younger kids or anyone who loves a tactile challenge, a Fall Sensory Bin is a great way to explore the textures of the season. 

Blindfolded players reach in to identify items like corn kernels, small pumpkins, and leaves just by touch. 

It’s educational, fun, and perfect for keeping little hands busy.

Best for: Younger kids, groups of 2-4

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A large bin or container
  
• Items like dried corn, small pumpkins, mini pinecones, leaves, and small harvest-related items
  
• A blindfold (optional)
  

How to Play:

1. Fill a bin with sensory items related to fall, such as corn kernels, small pumpkins, and fall leaves.
   
2. Blindfold each player in turn and have them reach into the bin to identify objects using only their sense of touch.
   
3. Set a timer for each turn (30 seconds is a good amount of time) and see how many items they can identify.
   
4. The player who identifies the most items correctly wins!
   

Pro Tip: For added sensory fun, add scents like cinnamon sticks or vanilla extract to the bin for players to smell.

15. Corn Maze Challenge

If you’re lucky enough to have access to a corn maze, turn it into a thrilling challenge for all ages! 

It’s the perfect outdoor activity to burn off those extra calories from pumpkin pie while enjoying the autumn scenery. 

Players can navigate the maze while hunting for specific items, like hidden pumpkins or scarecrows. 

It’s a blend of adventure and problem-solving.

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 30-45 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A corn maze (ideally with paths wide enough for groups)
  
• A list of items to find (e.g., pumpkins, scarecrows, fall leaves)
  

How to Play:

1. Divide players into teams and give them a list of items to find within the corn maze.
   
2. Set a timer for a race to see who can find all the items first or finish the maze.
   
3. Teams must work together, navigating the maze and searching for specific objects. If they find an item, they check it off the list.
   
4. The team that completes the list first (or gets out of the maze quickest) wins!
   

Pro Tip: Make the hunt more exciting by including tasks in the maze, like “do the chicken dance” at the pumpkin patch or “sing a fall song” at the scarecrow!

16. Turkey Toss

This turkey toss game is a fun way to test your throwing skills while keeping it lighthearted. 

Hang up some paper turkeys and aim to hit them with bean bags or rings. 

The best part? You can easily adjust the difficulty by making the turkeys bigger or smaller, so it’s perfect for both kids and adults.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Paper or cardboard turkey cutouts
  
• Bean bags or rubber rings
  
• Tape or string to hang up the turkeys
  

How to Play:

1. Tape or hang the turkey cutouts on a wall or large board.
   
2. Players take turns tossing their bean bags or rubber rings at the turkeys.
   
3. Assign point values to each turkey based on its size (larger turkeys can be worth fewer points).
   
4. The player with the most points after a set number of turns wins!
   

Pro Tip: For added fun, create a turkey-themed scoreboard with feathers and markers to track everyone’s points.

17. Pumpkin Bowling

Get ready to roll your pumpkins! 

This Thanksgiving twist on classic bowling is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. 

Use small pumpkins as pins and a larger pumpkin as the ball—who knew pumpkins could be so competitive?

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 20-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Small pumpkins (or any round objects to use as pins)
  
• A large pumpkin (or any round object to serve as the ball)
  
• A smooth area to set up your lane (e.g., a driveway, basement, or backyard)
  

How to Play:

1. Set up small pumpkins as bowling pins at the end of your “lane.”
   
2. Players take turns rolling the large pumpkin toward the pins to knock them over.
   
3. The person who knocks down the most pins after each round wins the game.
   
4. Keep score based on how many pins each player knocks over.
   

Pro Tip: Make things more challenging by creating obstacles, like having players roll the pumpkin with their eyes closed or behind their backs!

18. Thanksgiving Word Search

A word search is a quiet, engaging way to get everyone in the Thanksgiving spirit. 

You can easily make a Thanksgiving-themed word search puzzle that’ll have everyone searching for terms like “pumpkin,” “harvest,” and “turkey” in no time.

Best for: All ages, groups of 1-4

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A printed Thanksgiving word search puzzle (or create one online)
  
• Pens, pencils, or highlighters
  

How to Play:

1. Print out the word search or draw one on a large whiteboard.
   
2. Players are given a set amount of time (e.g., 5 minutes) to find as many words as they can from the list.
   
3. The player who finds the most words in the time limit wins a Thanksgiving-themed prize, like a mini pumpkin or a cute turkey sticker!
   

Pro Tip: For younger kids, consider using a large, easy-to-read word search with fewer words to help them participate and have fun!

19. Turkey Tag

This game is an energetic way to get everyone running around and playing outside. 

The best part? It’s a twist on classic tag, with one player being the “turkey” and the others playing as “pilgrims.” 

The turkey runs, and the pilgrims must try to tag it. When tagged, the pilgrim becomes the turkey!

Best for: Kids, groups of 4-10

Time to Play: 10-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• No special equipment required, just a large open space
  

How to Play:

1. Select one player to be the turkey and everyone else to be pilgrims.
   
2. The turkey runs around while the pilgrims try to catch them and tag them.
   
3. If a pilgrim tags the turkey, they become the turkey for the next round.
   
4. Play continues until everyone has had a chance to be the turkey!
   

Pro Tip: Add an extra challenge by creating safe zones where pilgrims can rest for 5 seconds before continuing the chase.

20. Pilgrim and Indian Dress-Up Relay

This game is perfect for little ones who love costumes! 

Let them race to put on a pilgrim or Indian costume before tagging the next person in line. 

The costumes add a silly and festive twist to this classic relay race, and the laughter is guaranteed.

Best for: Kids, groups of 4-8

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Pilgrim hats, feathered headbands, aprons, and other costume props
  
• A clear space for the relay race
  

How to Play:

1. Divide players into teams, each with a pile of costume props.
   
2. The first player must put on a pilgrim or Indian costume as quickly as possible, then race to the next person on their team to tag them.
   
3. The next player must then put on the costume and tag the next person in line.
   
4. The team that dresses all their players and crosses the finish line first wins!
   

Pro Tip: For an extra twist, make the costumes even wackier by adding accessories like oversized shoes or funny wigs!

21. Cranberry Relay Race

This game is all about precision and steady hands! 

Players must carry cranberries on a spoon across a racecourse without dropping them. 

It’s a great test of concentration and balance, and it’s perfect for outdoor or indoor fun during Thanksgiving!

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Spoons (one for each player)
  
• A bowl of cranberries
  
• A clear path for the race
  

How to Play:

1. Players each receive a spoon and a few cranberries to balance.
   
2. On “go,” players must carry their cranberries from the start to the finish line without dropping any.
   
3. If they drop a cranberry, they must return to the starting point and try again.
   
4. The first player to successfully carry all their cranberries to the finish line wins!
   

Pro Tip: Add obstacles like cones to weave around or make players walk backward for an even more challenging race!

22. Pumpkin Patch Hot Potato

A fall twist on the classic hot potato game!

Instead of passing around a plain ball, use a small pumpkin or soft, squishy ball while the music plays. 

When the music stops, whoever is holding the “pumpkin” is out. It’s quick, easy to set up, and perfect for keeping kids entertained during the holiday chaos!

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A small pumpkin (or soft ball)
  
• Music and a speaker
  

How to Play:

1. Players sit in a circle and pass the pumpkin around while the music plays.
   
2. When the music stops, the person holding the pumpkin is out.
   
3. Continue until only one person remains standing and is crowned the pumpkin passing champion!
   

Pro Tip: For an added twist, make the pumpkin a little harder to hold by using a small, squishy stress ball, or use a pumpkin that rolls to increase the challenge!

23. Thanksgiving Jeopardy

If you love trivia, this Thanksgiving Jeopardy game will be the star of your gathering! 

Custom-tailor categories like “Thanksgiving Foods,” “Pilgrim History,” and “Autumn Trivia” for a fun and educational way to spend time together. 

The answers are in your favor when you get to pick the questions!

Best for: Teens and adults, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 30-45 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A Jeopardy template (you can make one or use online templates)
  
• Whiteboard or projector to display the categories
  

How to Play:

1. Create your Jeopardy board with Thanksgiving-themed categories.
   
2. Split the group into teams and take turns choosing a category and answering a question.
   
3. Correct answers earn points, and the team with the most points wins!
   
4. Be sure to have a prize ready for the winners (maybe a pumpkin pie to sweeten the deal)!
   

Pro Tip: Customize the difficulty of the questions based on the ages of your players—kids might enjoy “Fall Colors” while adults can dive into “Thanksgiving Trivia.”

24. Harvest Memory Game

Put your memory to the test with this simple but fun Thanksgiving twist on a classic game. 

Lay out Thanksgiving-themed items on a tray, and then challenge everyone’s memory when you cover it up. 

It’s a great game for all ages, especially after a big meal when you want something low-energy but still competitive!

Best for: Kids and families, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A tray
  
• Thanksgiving-themed items (pumpkins, autumn leaves, turkey figurines, etc.)
  
• A towel or cloth to cover the tray
  

How to Play:

1. Place several Thanksgiving-themed items on a tray and give players a few seconds to memorize them.
   
2. Cover the tray and ask players to recall as many items as they can.
   
3. The player with the best memory wins a prize!
   

Pro Tip: Add a timer to make it more exciting. Whoever remembers the most in 30 seconds gets the win!

25. Pumpkin Stack

This game is as simple as it is fun! 

Give the kids mini pumpkins and watch them race to stack them as high as possible. 

It’s a hilarious game full of suspense (who knew pumpkins could be so tricky to stack?) and a great activity to develop concentration and balance.

Best for: Kids, groups of 3-6

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Mini pumpkins (or any small round objects)
  
• A flat surface to stack them
  

How to Play:

1. Give each player several mini pumpkins.
   
2. Players take turns stacking them as high as they can without the stack toppling over.
   
3. Whoever has the tallest stack when it falls wins the game!
   

Pro Tip: Make things extra tricky by having players stack while standing on one foot or blindfolded for bonus fun!

26. Thanksgiving Trivia

Here’s a fun and fast-paced way to test your Thanksgiving knowledge! 

Prepare a list of trivia questions related to the holiday—everything from Thanksgiving history to quirky facts about turkeys. 

Split the group into teams, and let the trivia showdown begin!

Best for: Teens and adults, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 15-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A list of Thanksgiving trivia questions
  
• A way to keep score (whiteboard, paper, or an app)
  

How to Play:

1. Ask players Thanksgiving-themed questions like, “Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?” or “What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?”
   
2. Teams answer the questions for points, and the team with the most points wins!
   

Pro Tip: Include a “double points” round for fun bonus rounds that get everyone even more competitive!

27. Pumpkin Spoon Race

Balance a small pumpkin on a spoon and race to the finish line—sounds easy, right? 

Well, it’s more challenging than it seems, and the results are bound to be hilarious! 

This game is great for kids and adults alike, adding a bit of fun competition to your Thanksgiving celebration.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A small pumpkin (or a potato)
  
• Spoons (one per player)
  
• A racecourse or space for players to run
  

How to Play:

1. Each player gets a spoon and a small pumpkin (or potato).
   
2. Players must race to the finish line while balancing the pumpkin on their spoon.
   
3. If the pumpkin falls, they must start over from the starting point.
   
4. The first player to successfully reach the finish line wins!
   

Pro Tip: Add a twist by creating an obstacle course with cones to navigate through while racing!

28. Pilgrim Plop

Ready to laugh? 

The Pilgrim Plop game is a hilarious activity that combines racing and a bit of noisy fun. 

Players have to sit on a balloon filled with feathers (aka the “pilgrim plop”) to pop it. Who knew Thanksgiving could be so silly?

Best for: Kids, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 10-15 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Balloons filled with feathers
  
• A chair for each player
  

How to Play:

1. Players race to sit on a balloon filled with feathers. The goal? Pop the balloon with the force of your sit-down!
   
2. The first player to pop their balloon wins.
   
3. For more fun, you can add a rule that players have to hop or jump into position to sit down.
   

Pro Tip: For extra giggles, play some fun, fast-paced music while they race to pop the balloons!

29. Autumn Pass-the-Parcel

This game takes the traditional pass-the-parcel to a whole new level of excitement with a Thanksgiving twist! 

The mystery of unwrapping layer by layer will keep everyone on edge, and the prize at the end is a delightful bonus!

Best for: All ages, groups of 4+

Time to Play: 15-20 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A small Thanksgiving-themed prize
  
• Several layers of wrapping paper
  
• Music
  

How to Play:

1. Wrap the prize in several layers of wrapping paper.
   
2. Players pass the parcel around the circle while the music plays.
   
3. When the music stops, the player holding the parcel unwraps one layer.
   
4. Continue until the last layer is unwrapped and the prize is revealed!
   

Pro Tip: Add small challenges between layers (e.g., “do a turkey dance” or “say something you’re thankful for”) to make it even more fun!

30. Turkey Feather Crafting Contest

Unleash your inner artist with this fun crafting game! 

Gather feathers, paper, glue, and googly eyes to create the most creative or comical turkey you can imagine. 

It’s a perfect way to wind down the holiday with a relaxed, hands-on activity.

Best for: All ages, groups of 2-6

Time to Play: 20-30 minutes

What You’ll Need:

• Feathers, googly eyes, markers, and glue
  
• Paper, scissors, and other craft supplies
  

How to Play:

1. Set up a crafting station with all the materials.
   
2. Players create their own turkeys with feathers, paper, and any other fun supplies you provide.
   
3. Once everyone is finished, vote on the most creative, funniest, or wackiest turkey.
   
4. Award a small prize to the winner!
   

Pro Tip: Set up a photo booth to take pictures of the turkey creations, so everyone can take home a memory from the crafting contest!