Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays! It’s a wonderful time to gather with family & friends, reflect on our blessings, and make sweet memories.
Our family loves hosting Thanksgiving each year with my sister and her family. Though the meal is always a highlight, my favorite part of the day is planning fun Thanksgiving activities for kids to enjoy.
Our kid-centered gatherings are always filled with laughter and lots of silliness! I’d like to share our favorite games, crafts, and activities that make Thanksgiving one of the best days of the year.
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids
Tablescape
Making the tablescape kid-friendly is an easy way to make even the youngest guests feel at home. Our tablescape features fresh mums, gourds, and cute turkey partyware. Crackers filled with kid-friendly treats, fun straws, and plenty of candy corn make this table fun and appealing to young guests.
Organizing fun activities, games, and table crafts for the kids will make for a fun and memorable day for everyone! Below are some of our favorite kids’ table DIY projects, crafts, games, and table activities.
Kids' DIY Table Decor
Mayflower Centerpiece {Martha Stewart}
These are simple and easy to make and
add a fun touch to the table.
Cornucopias {Homedit}
These simple table favors bring smiles
to our guests year after year.
Pilgrim Hat Crayon Holders {Good Housekeeping}
These little crayon holders will invite your youngest guests to enjoy creating a masterpiece at their seat.
Coloring Placemats {Martha Stewart}
Our favorite place mats encourage reflecting
on all we have to be grateful for.
Kids' table Activities
Thankful Leaves {Martha Stewart}
Invite your guests to write what they’re grateful for on these leaves and enjoy sharing during your meal.
Thanksgiving Mad Libs {24/7 Moms}
These silly Mad Libs will add laughter to your Thanksgiving celebration.
Thanksgiving Conversation Starters {The Dating Divas}
These gratitude-center conversation starters will get the whole family talking.
Thanksgiving Games
Thanksgiving BINGO {Home Grown Learners}
This classic game is always fun, especially when you use corn candy as BINGO tokens.
Turkey Tag {Teach Beside Me}
Pin some feathers on participants shirts and watch the turkeys run!
Thanksgiving Charades {The Dating Divas}
Thanksgiving charades may become a favorite tradition for your holiday celebration!
Thanksgiving Pictionary {Play Party Plan}
This Thanksgiving version of Pictionary is fun for all ages.
Thanksgiving Gratitude Game {Happy Go Lucky}
A gratitude game + candy = fun for everyone!
Turkey Trivia {Craftaholics Anonymous}
Adults and kids alike will enjoy the interesting and challenging trivia questions.
Pin the Feather on the Turkey {The Art Kit}
This game is a classic and fun for all ages.
Historical Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt {iMom}
This scavenger hunt is full of interesting historical facts about the first Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Activity Scavenger Hunt {Dating Divas}
The Dating Divas’ scavenger hunts
are full of surprises and fun.
Thanksgiving Crafts
Roll a Turkey Drawing Activity {Night Owl}
Kids {and adults} roll a dice to create a silly turkey drawing.
Gratitude Tree {Better Homes and Gardens}
This family project uses a real branch and leaves
and makes a special keepsake.
Thanksgiving Coloring Pages {1+1+1=1}
These artistic coloring pages are fun for all ages.
Pilgrim Hats & Bonnets {Martha Stewart}
Encourage your youngest guests celebrate in character with their own pilgrim hats and bonnets.
Pom-Pom Turkeys {Sister Knows Best}
These cute turkeys make a great craft to take home
and enjoy year after year