Thanksgiving—a time for family, food, and if you’re lucky (or maybe not), a side of hilariously cringy dad jokes. Sure, you’re probably looking forward to the perfectly roasted turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and maybe even a pie or three.
But let's face it, what would Thanksgiving be without your dad or weird uncle slipping in a borderline embarrassing joke right before the big supper? We all know that Thanksgiving, while wonderful, can be a *little* intense with all the prepping, cooking, and over-the-top family closeness.
And what’s the best way to cut through that tension? Ya guessed it—dad jokes. The cornier, the better.
These jokes are the perfect ice-breakers, bringing the family together with laughter (or perhaps an eye roll or two). Whether you’re trying to diffuse a heated debate over Fox News politics or you just want to fill that post-dinner lull with some light-hearted humor, these jokes have got you covered.
After all, nothing says “Happy Thanksgiving” like a punchline that’s as predictable as it is eye-roll-inducing.
Cornier than Grandma’s stuffing: '17 Thanksgiving Dad Jokes' to lighten the holiday mood
1) The cold shoulder special
For those late to dinner (especially if they’re, you know, cannibals), there’s only one thing on the menu—the cold shoulder! It’s dark humor with a side of chill, and it's bound to turn heads at the table.
2) Cold Turkey crisis
This dad can’t quit his Thanksgiving jokes—cold turkey. Even when his family begs him to stop, he doubles down. Sometimes, quitting cold turkey is just too hard, especially when the puns are fresh out of the oven.
3) In-laws and whiskey laws
If the in-laws are still around the morning after Thanksgiving, it’s officially acceptable to spike your coffee with whiskey. That’s just the unspoken rule, right? Hey, after dealing with post-feast cleanup, who could blame you?
4) Pilgrim problems
Why do pilgrims always seem to lose their pants? Because they wear their buckles on their hats, of course. Maybe they were too focused on fashion-forward headgear to think about belts—priorities, right?
5) Golden soup
"Why was the thanksgiving soup so expensive? It had 24 carrots"
Talk about a rich dish! Sure, it’s a play on words, but this joke is the perfect reminder that Thanksgiving isn’t just a feast, it’s a “golden” opportunity for laughter.
6) Turkey tech talk
Looks like even turkeys can’t escape the endless search for food—or maybe they’re just trying to find the best side dish recipes online!
7) The harvest dress code
Whether it's a literal harvest of vegetables or just a clever pun, this joke dresses up any Thanksgiving gathering with a bit of wordplay.
8) Plymouth rockin'
"What kind of music did the pilgrims listen to? Plymouth Rock"
What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to? Plymouth Rock, naturally. It’s the perfect jam for Thanksgiving festivities—classic, traditional, and maybe just a little heavy. Nothing says nostalgia like a good old rock band.
9) Gravy flips
What did the mother turkey say to her naughty son? “If your father could see you now, he’d turn over in his gravy.” It’s the classic mom guilt, served with a side of humor and a big helping of family dynamics.
10) Drumstick bonanza
No fighting over the last piece of turkey here—this joke ensures there’s more than enough to go around.
11) Timeless pilgrims
"If the first pilgrims were alive today, what would they be known for?Their age"
Seriously, these pilgrims would be ancient, and this joke offers a lighthearted reminder of how long ago those first Thanksgivings were.
12) Legless Turkey locator
"Where do you find a turkey with no legs? Exactly where you left it"
Where do you find a turkey with no legs? Exactly where you left it! Sometimes, the simplest jokes are the funniest, and this one just proves that you don’t need legs to make people laugh—just a clever punchline.
13) The lucky Turkey
"What do you call a turkey on the day after thanksgiving? Lucky"
What do you call a turkey the day after Thanksgiving? Lucky. Let’s be honest, if the bird survives Thanksgiving, it’s truly one lucky turkey. A lighthearted joke to ease the post-feast guilt.
14) Gobble, gobble, gobblet
If you call a big turkey a gobbler, what do you call a small one? A goblet! This joke combines classic Thanksgiving terms with a bit of medieval flair—because who doesn’t love a mini gobbler?
15) Turkey's wine time
How does a turkey drink wine? From a gobble-let, of course! This joke pairs perfectly with Thanksgiving dinner and is sure to bring a few chuckles around the wine-soaked table.
16) Strike!
Not only is this a classic bowling term, but it’s also perfect for Thanksgiving, where the “turkey” gets the spotlight—just hopefully not on the bowling lane.
17) Blushing berries
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This punchline brings the perfect combination of food and humor to the table—just like Thanksgiving itself, it’s a feast for the senses.
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