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Looking for the best Thanksgiving jokes for kids? You’re in the right place! Thanksgiving is all about family, food, and fun — and a few silly jokes can make the holiday even more memorable. Sharing jokes around the dinner table, during the parade, or while waiting for dessert is an easy way to keep kids entertained and bring everyone together with laughter.
To save you time, we’ve gathered the funniest kid-friendly Thanksgiving jokes — from turkey puns to knock-knock jokes — all in one spot. These clean, family-approved jokes are short, silly, and perfect for kids of all ages to share.
🦃 If you’re looking for even more holiday fun, don’t miss our Thanksgiving Facts for Kids.
Need a quick laugh before the pumpkin pie is served? These short Thanksgiving jokes are easy to remember and perfect for kids to share at the table.
- What did the turkey say after a big meal?
“I’m stuffed!” - What’s a turkey’s favorite type of music?
Anything with drumsticks. - Why was the Thanksgiving soup so pricey?
It had 24 carrots. - Why did the scarecrow win an award at Thanksgiving?
Because he was outstanding in his field. - What’s the best thing to put into pumpkin pie?
Your teeth. - Why don’t you ever tell secrets at the Thanksgiving dinner table?
Because the corn has ears.
Best Thanksgiving Jokes For Kids
Thanksgiving jokes are a fun way to keep kids laughing while you wait for dinner or enjoy dessert together. These clean, family-friendly jokes are perfect for all ages.
1. What did the hipster say the day after Thanksgiving?
“I liked the leftovers before they were cool.”
2. What happens when you’re too harsh on cranberries and make them sad?
They turn into blueberries.
3. Why did the turkey call it quits at the farm?
He was tired of the fowl language.
4. What’s the best dance to do on Thanksgiving?
The turkey trot.
5. Why did the turkey cross the road?
It was the chicken’s day off.
6. How do you know a turkey likes his dinner?
He gobbles it up!
7. Why did the police arrest the turkey?
They suspected fowl play.
8. What sound does a turkey make in space?
Hubble Hubble
9. Why was the turkey the drummer in the band?
Because he had the drumsticks.
10. Who is not hungry at Thanksgiving?
The turkey, he’s stuffed!
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11. What sound does a turkey’s phone make?
Wing Wing!
12. What is a turkey’s favorite dessert?
Apple gobbler
13. What kind of vegetables would you like on Thanksgiving?
Beets me!
14. Where did the first corn come from?
The “stalk” brought it.
15. Why was the Thanksgiving vegetable side dish so expensive?
It has 24 carrots.
16. What’s a pumpkin’s favorite game?
Squash
17. What vegetable was hiding in the basement on Thanksgiving?
They cellar-y.
18. What do you get if you divide the circumference of a pumpkin by its diameter?
Pumpkin pi.
19. Why shouldn’t you tell a secret on Thanksgiving?
Because the potatoes have eyes, the corn has ears, and the beans stalk.
20. How do you fix a broken pumpkin pie?
With a pumpkin patch.
21. Why didn’t the chef season the turkey?
He ran out of thyme.
22. Who helped the squash cross the road?
The crossing gourd.
23. What did the sweet potato say when asked if it was hungry?
”Yes, I yam.”
24. I was going to serve sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving, but I sat on them. What should I serve now?
Squash
25. Why did Johnny get such low grades after Thanksgiving?
Because everything is marked down after the holidays.
26. What are turkeys mostly thankful for at Thanksgiving?
Vegetarians
27. What did the little turkey say to the big turkey?
Peck on someone your own size!
28. What do turkeys like to do on sunny days?
Have peck-nics!
29. What kind of key has legs and can’t open doors?
A tur-key!
30. Why can’t you take a turkey near little kids?
He has such “fowl” language!
31. Did you hear about the scarecrow who won first prize?
It was outstanding in its field.
32. Why don’t side dishes tell jokes?
They’re too corny.
33. Why is corn so popular on Thanksgiving?
Because it’s a-maize-ing.
34. What did the turkey say to the hunter on Thanksgiving?
“Quack.”
35. Why did the farmer steamroll his potato field?
He wanted mashed potatoes.
36. What smells the best at a Thanksgiving dinner?
Your nose.
37. Why did the turkey cross the road twice?
To prove he wasn’t chicken!
38. What’s the best song to play while cooking a turkey?
“All about that baste.”
39. What did the turkey say to the computer?
“Google, google.”
40. What do you get if you cross a turkey with a ghost?”
“A poultry-geist.”
41. What kind of weather does a turkey like best?
Fowl weather.
42. Why did the cranberries turn red?
Because they saw the turkey dressing.
43. Why do turkeys gobble?
Because they never learned their table manners.
44. What do you call a running turkey?
Fast food.
45. What do you call a turkey the day after Thanksgiving?
Lucky!
46. How did the salt and pepper welcome their guests?
“Seasoning’s greetings!”
47. What kind of noise does a limping turkey make?
Wobble wobble.
48. What did Han Solo say to Luke Skywalker on Thanksgiving?
“May the forks be with you.”
52. What do you wear to a Thanksgiving dinner?
A har-VEST
53. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo?
A turkey that can pluck itself.
54. Did you hear the one about the rude turkey?
It was jerk-y.
55. Why was the turkey expelled from the game?
It committed a fowl.
56. How did the turkey get home for Thanksgiving?
It took the gravy train.
57. What did the turkey say to the mashed potatoes?
It’s gravy from here on out.
Keep the holiday laughs going with a serving of funny jokes for kids.
Clever Thanksgiving Puns
Sometimes the silliest wordplay gets the biggest laughs. These Thanksgiving puns are short, clever, and guaranteed to get a groan or a giggle.
58. What should you do if there is a fire during Thanksgiving dinner?
Stop, drop, and pass the rolls!
59. What should you tell your family when they want you to stop telling Thankgiving jokes?
“I can’t quit cold turkey.”
60. What did the pumpkin pie say to the pecan pie?
”I only have pies for you.”
61. What does Carly Rae Jepsen sing on Thanksgiving?
“Hey I just met you, and this is gravy, but here’s my stuffing, so carve me maybe.”
62. What did the pumpkin say after Thanksgiving dinner?
“Oh my gourd, I ate too much.”
Funny Pilgrim Jokes For Kids
Looking for something a little different? These pilgrim jokes mix history with humor, and they’re just right for kids learning about Thanksgiving traditions.
49. What kind of music did the pilgrims like?
Plymouth Rock.
50. If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?
Pilgrims
51. Why do the Pilgrims have trouble keeping their pants on?
Because their belt buckles are on their hats.
Clean Thanksgiving Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids
Knock-knock jokes never go out of style — and these Thanksgiving versions are perfect for the dinner table or the classroom.
63. ”Knock knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“Norma Lee.”
“Norma Lee who?”
“Norma Lee I don’t drink eat this much!”
64. ”Knock knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“Tamara.”
“Tamara who?”
“Tamara we’ll eat all the leftovers!”
65.”Knock knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“Annie.”
“Annie who?”
“Annie body seen the turkey?”
66. ”Knock knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“Arthur.”
“Arthur who?”
“Arthur any leftovers?”
68. ”Knock knock!”
“Who’s there?”
“Don.”
“Don who?”
“Don eat all the gravy, I want some more.”
69. Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Harry.
Harry who?
Harry up, I’m hungry!
70. Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Gladys.
Gladys who?
Gladys Thanksgiving. Aren’t you?
71. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Annie.
Annie who?
Annie body want pumpkin pie?
72. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Gwen.
Gwen who?
Gwen is Thanksgiving dinner? I’m hungry!
73. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Mustache.
Mustache who?
I mustache you to carve the turkey.
74. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Anita.
Anita who?
Anita bigger pair of pants, I ate too much.
75. Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Noah.
Noah who?
Noah good pumpkin pie recipe?
Frequently Asked Questions About Thanksgiving Jokes
Still curious? We’ve rounded up answers to the most common questions about Thanksgiving jokes for kids — from the funniest turkey puns to the best clean one-liners.
The best clean Thanksgiving jokes are simple, silly, and free of anything inappropriate. Turkey puns and food jokes are usually the biggest hits.
For example: “What kind of key can’t open doors? A tur-key!”
Knock-knock jokes are always popular with kids.
Try this one:
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Harry.
Harry who?
Harry up, I’m hungry!
Short one-liners work best when you want a quick laugh:
“Why did the turkey cross the road? It was the chicken’s day off.”
Turkey puns are the heart of Thanksgiving humor.
Some kid-friendly favorites are:
“I’m all about that baste.”
“Stop, drop, and pass the rolls!”
“This meal is absolutely poul-try in motion.”
Sometimes you want something witty but still clean for all ages.
Try this:
“Why was the Thanksgiving soup so expensive? Because it had 24 carrots.”
Besides telling jokes, make it interactive. Have a “joke contest” where everyone around the table shares their favorite turkey pun or knock-knock joke. Kids love being part of the fun.
Conclusion
From silly turkey puns to giggle-worthy knock-knock jokes, these Thanksgiving jokes for kids are sure to bring extra laughter to your holiday table. Jokes are such a simple way to keep kids entertained, make memories, and celebrate the spirit of togetherness.
When the last slice of pie is gone, keep the holiday fun going:
- Cozy up with our list of Christmas movies for kids rated G that the whole family can enjoy.
- Test your knowledge with festive Christmas trivia for kids — perfect for family game night.
Thanksgiving is also a wonderful time to reflect on gratitude. If you’re looking for meaningful ways to nurture thankfulness in your family, don’t miss our guide on Proven Ways to Raise Grateful Kids.
Looking for even more laughs? Don’t miss these favorites:
- April Fools Pranks for Kids (to bookmark for springtime fun)
- What Am I Riddles for Kids (great for post-dinner laughs or classroom games)
No matter the season, a good joke is always in style. Wishing you and your family a joyful and laughter-filled Thanksgiving!
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
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