When Is Thanksgiving 2026?
Thanksgiving 2026 is on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Thanksgiving in the United States is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.
How Long Until Thanksgiving 2026?
Check the live countdown above for the exact number of days, hours and minutes until Thanksgiving 2026. And yes — we also show you how many pizzas you'll eat before the big turkey dinner.
What Is the History of Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving commemorates the 1621 harvest celebration between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people at Plymouth Colony. It became a national holiday in 1863 when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it an annual celebration. Today it's the most-traveled holiday in the United States.
What Are Traditional Thanksgiving Foods?
The classic Thanksgiving menu includes roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, and pumpkin pie. The average American consumes over 3,000 calories on Thanksgiving Day — that's roughly 6 pizzas worth of food!