Thanksgiving & Friendsgiving Ideas
Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving are two of our favorite gatherings of the year, because they’re built around the simplest idea there is: bringing people together around a table and saying thank you. Whether you’re hosting a cozy Friendsgiving for a handful of close friends, running a classroom party for thirty excited kids, organizing a church dinner, or planning a community food drive, we’ve gathered every one of our Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving guides in one place so you can find the right plan fast.
Below you’ll find our ideas grouped by the kind of celebration you’re planning. Our Friendsgiving guides cover menus, themes and games that keep big groups laughing long after the pie is gone. Our school, church and community guides focus on inclusive activities, volunteer-friendly logistics and ways to give back. We’ve also included our broader fall and seasonal ideas, since many of them adapt beautifully to a November get-together. Pick a guide, borrow what works for your crowd, and make this year’s gathering the one everyone talks about.
Friendsgiving
- 13 Hilarious Friendsgiving Games for Large Groups (Team, Phone and Party Games): We share Friendsgiving games that keep big groups laughing, from icebreakers to team challenges.
- 14 Unforgettable Friendsgiving Party Ideas for Adults on Any Budget: Our Friendsgiving party ideas for adults, covering themes, menus, drinks and hosting tips.
Thanksgiving at school, church & in the community
- 12 Easy Thanksgiving Classroom Party Ideas Teachers and Room Parents Love: Easy, teacher-friendly Thanksgiving party ideas, crafts and games for the classroom.
- 12 Heartwarming Thanksgiving Ideas for Church Fellowship and Outreach: Thanksgiving ideas for church fellowship, outreach and worship that go beyond the usual potluck.
- 12 Inspiring Thanksgiving Community Event Ideas That Feed and Unite: Community Thanksgiving events that feed neighbors and bring people together, with planning tips.
- 12 Wonderful Thanksgiving Activities for Seniors in Care Homes and at Home: Gentle, meaningful Thanksgiving activities for seniors at home, in care homes or community centers.
Fall & seasonal gatherings
- 10 Awesome Fall Event Ideas for 2024: Fall event ideas built around harvest, cozy evenings and the season’s colors.
- 10 Best Cocktail Party Ideas for Any Season (Plus Holiday Twists): Stylish cocktail party ideas, from themes and drinks to music and decor.
- 36 Perfect Picnic Event Ideas to Create Lasting Memories – Part 1: Picnic event ideas for friends, families, teams and communities.