Thanksgiving Day 2026
Federal Variable
Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November as a day to give thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. It is one of the most important family holidays in the United States.
Thanksgiving Day - Date
| Year | Date | Day | week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Thursday | week 48 |
| 2027 | Thu, Nov 25, 2027 | Thursday | week 47 |
| 2028 | Thu, Nov 23, 2028 | Thursday | week 47 |
| 2029 | Thu, Nov 22, 2029 | Thursday | week 47 |
| 2030 | Thu, Nov 28, 2030 | Thursday | week 48 |
History
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 by the Pilgrims and Wampanoag people. President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it a national holiday in 1863. In 1941, Congress officially established the fourth Thursday of November as Thanksgiving Day.
Traditions
- Having a large turkey dinner with family
- Watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
- Watching NFL football games
- Expressing gratitude and giving thanks
- Beginning Christmas shopping on Black Friday