Guide Note

Thanksgiving dinner is the traditional way to celebrate Thanksgiving day. Typical menu items include turkey, potatoes, corn, cranberries and pumpkin pie.

Fast Facts

1. Thanksgiving Day is the fourth Thursday in November
2. Many people serve Thanksgiving dinner in the afternoon
3. Traditional dinner includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie
4. Desserts are served after the main course

Thanksgiving dinner is an annual tradition. It is not considered a typical family meal, but rather as a day to feast and give thanks. The Thanksgiving dinner may often be served in the afternoon. Family and friends gather to share in the splendor of delicious food and drink. Turkey is the traditional main course served along with numerous side dishes. Traditional sides include mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, vegetables, and other items. It is tradition to eat hearty on Thanksgiving, which is why many dinners contain an abundance of food (often resulting in leftovers). The main course is usually followed up with desserts like pumpkin, pecan, and apple pie.