Must Play Thanksgiving Party Games for Families

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and you’re probably planning an epic family feast that’s bound to wow your guests. But don’t stop at the turkey! Throw in some festive cheer with some of these fun Thanksgiving party games. All of the games are easy to set up and perfect for the whole family. 

1. What’s Your Turkey Name

If you are looking for an icebreaker to start the party, this game is super simple to set up, and a great way to get a conversation started. As guests arrive, have them discover their turkey name, which they can write down on the name tags. Set up a “What’s your turkey name” station, pop the poster inside a picture frame, and set up the name tags and a few pens for people to write with.

2. Family Feud

If you grew up in the 80’s like me you’ll probably have spent some family time watching the game show. Why not try a thanksgiving version where two family teams pit themselves against each other in an attempt to find the top answer to some Thanksgiving themed questions. Grab yourself some buzzers and let the Thanksgiving feud begin. Find out more about how to set up a Thanksgiving family feud style game.

3. Thanksgiving Escape Room Hunt

I love escape rooms, treasure hunts, and all things puzzles. So, if you are looking for fun with your kids this Thanksgiving, look no further! My exciting Escape Room Treasure Hunt is the perfect mix of puzzles and treasure hunt. Players must decipher clues, decode secret messages, and embark on a quest to find thanksgiving treasure.

Thanksgiving FREE Party Favor!

I love adding party favors to my games, nothing overly expensive. These fun turkey lolly holders are an affordable little addition, they won’t break the bank just grab a back of lollys and the free printable and your good to go!

4. Thanksgiving Danger words

Elevate your Thanksgiving gathering with our fun Thanksgiving Danger Words Game! The aim of the game is to have your teammates guess the correct word on your card without using any of the “Danger” words written on the card. Sounds easy but, throw in a timer and you have the basis of a hilarious game.

5. Turkey Trivia

Put everyone’s Thanksgiving knowledge to the test with Turkey Trivia! Compile a list of fun facts about Thanksgiving history, food, and traditions, what ever you fancy. Print out your questions and hand them out to teams. See who can score the highest and claim the title of Thanksgiving trivia champion!

6. Thanksgiving 5 Second Game

You need to think quick on your feet for this fun Thanksgiving family game. Pick up a card with a prompt on it, then name three things as quickly as possible. This is one of those games that causes your brain to go blank and shout out hilarious answers. For example name three things that you might eat for thanksgiving dinner or name three things that rhyme with turkey. Its a lot of fun and can be played in teams while you are sat round the table.

7. Get the FREE Thanksgiving scavenger hunt

Get everyone moving with a Turkey Scavenger Hunt! Hide the turkey cards around your home and get ready to race to see who can find them all first. Print the list for each team and then set them loose.

This is a fun filler game while you are busy preparing some tasty treats in the kitchen or as a fun activity for the kids to do while the adults sit and spend some time chatting together.

8. Thanksgiving Pictionary

I love drawing so this is always one of my favorite. I have to say my drawing ability goes right out the window as soon as there is a timer involved. Thanksgiving twist makes it even better for this time of year. Make cards with Thanksgiving-related words or phrases, then have players draw them while their teammates guess. A white board or large sheets of paper are perfect but you can elevate the game by buying a virtual pen. We tried this at Christmas and it was brilliant. You can use charade cards to double up as pictionary cards.

9. Thanksgiving Charades

Get animated with Thanksgiving Charades! Write down simple Thanksgiving activities or themes on slips of paper. Players take turns drawing a slip and acting it out without speaking. Print out the charades list, and let the fun begin. Think “pretending to carve a turkey” or “falling leaves.”

10. Pin the Tail on the Turkey

This classic game never gets old! Print a large turkey image without a tail and some colorful tails separately. Blindfold each player and have them try to pin the tail on the turkey. It’s a delightful game that’s sure to bring out the smiles and giggles.

11. Thanksgiving Word Games

Keep guests entertained with a Thanksgiving-themed wordsearch. Print out the word search for guests to solve. It’s a simple to set up and perfect for winding down after a big meal. I love using these simple games because of how simple they are to prepare and that they are great at keeping everyone busy.

I have a Thanksgiving activity pack filled with fun games. Easy to set up and play. You can grab the bundle over from my shop.

12. Thanksgiving Coloring Contest

Unleash your guests’ creativity with a Coloring Contest. Print out some coloring pages and supply crayons, markers, pencils, and other materials. Set a time limit and create a little gallery to display everyone’s masterpiece. This can be great fun for kids; making a little creative corner will keep them busy for enough time for you to enjoy a hot beverage (well, you can hope so).

13. Turkey Hat Ring Toss

End the day with a game that will get people running around burning off those extra calories from dinner. Grab this set of two turkey hats and split into two teams. One person from each team wears one of the turkey hats. It is the job of everyone else on the opposing teams to try and score by throwing cardboard rings over the turnkey necks. You can keep stationary, but it is far more fun to run around trying to avoid the rings.

14. Thanksgiving Bingo

Everyone loves Bingo,( well in my family they do!) and this Thanksgiving edition is sure to be a hit! Grab this Bingo game complete with Thanksgiving-themed images like turkeys, pumpkins, and pilgrims. Hand out the cards and some markers, then draw the bingo card one by one. The first person to complete a line wins! Instead of shouting house have the winners shout Gobble Gobble!