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Thanksgiving 🦃

Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. It is a time for expressing gratitude and thanks for the blessings and harvest of the year.

Here's an overview of the origin and history of Thanksgiving

1. Pilgrims and Native Americans

The origins of Thanksgiving can be traced back to the early 17th century when a group of English Pilgrims known as the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 1620. They sought religious freedom and a new life in the New World. The Pilgrims faced many challenges, and Native American tribes, particularly the Wampanoag people, provided assistance and taught them essential skills for survival.

2. Harvest Celebrations

In 1621, after a successful harvest, the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people held a harvest celebration, which is often considered the first Thanksgiving. This event lasted for three days and included feasting, games, and expressing gratitude for the bountiful harvest and the cooperation between the Pilgrims and Native Americans.

3. Early Observances

Thanksgiving observances were not held regularly in the early years of colonial America. Instead, individual colonies and communities would occasionally hold days of thanksgiving to give thanks for specific events such as military victories or bountiful harvests. These observances varied by location and were not fixed to a specific date.

4. National Recognition

In 1863, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation declaring a national Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated on the last Thursday in November. This was in response to the urging of Sarah Josepha Hale, a prominent writer and editor who advocated for a national day of thanksgiving.

5. Official Establishment

In 1941, Congress passed a joint resolution establishing Thanksgiving Day as a federal holiday. The resolution fixed the date as the fourth Thursday in November, ensuring that Thanksgiving would be celebrated consistently across the nation, starting in 1942.

6. Traditions and Celebrations

Thanksgiving is typically celebrated with family and friends gathering for a festive meal, which often includes turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. It is a time for expressing gratitude, spending time with loved ones, and reflecting on the blessings of the year. Parades, football games, and charitable activities also form part of the Thanksgiving tradition.

7. Evolving Significance

Thanksgiving has evolved over time and has taken on broader meanings beyond its historical origins. It is now seen as a time to appreciate and give thanks for the blessings in one's life, to show generosity and help those in need, and to foster a sense of community and togetherness.

Today, Thanksgiving remains one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the United States, symbolizing gratitude, family, and the importance of coming together to give thanks for the abundance and blessings of life.

List of dates

Year Weekday Date Name Time
2025 Thursday Nov 27, 2025 Thanksgiving 🦃 9 months from now
2026 Thursday Nov 26, 2026 Thanksgiving 🦃 1 year from now
2027 Thursday Nov 25, 2027 Thanksgiving 🦃 2 years from now
2028 Thursday Nov 23, 2028 Thanksgiving 🦃 3 years from now
2029 Thursday Nov 22, 2029 Thanksgiving 🦃 4 years from now
2030 Thursday Nov 28, 2030 Thanksgiving 🦃 5 years from now
2031 Thursday Nov 27, 2031 Thanksgiving 🦃 6 years from now
2032 Thursday Nov 25, 2032 Thanksgiving 🦃 7 years from now
2033 Thursday Nov 24, 2033 Thanksgiving 🦃 8 years from now
2034 Thursday Nov 23, 2034 Thanksgiving 🦃 9 years from now
2035 Thursday Nov 22, 2035 Thanksgiving 🦃 10 years from now
2036 Thursday Nov 27, 2036 Thanksgiving 🦃 11 years from now
2037 Thursday Nov 26, 2037 Thanksgiving 🦃 12 years from now
2038 Thursday Nov 25, 2038 Thanksgiving 🦃 13 years from now
2039 Thursday Nov 24, 2039 Thanksgiving 🦃 14 years from now
2040 Thursday Nov 22, 2040 Thanksgiving 🦃 15 years from now
2024 Thursday Nov 28, 2024 Thanksgiving 🦃 2 months ago
2023 Thursday Nov 23, 2023 Thanksgiving 🦃 1 year ago
2022 Thursday Nov 24, 2022 Thanksgiving 🦃 2 years ago
2021 Thursday Nov 25, 2021 Thanksgiving 🦃 3 years ago
2020 Thursday Nov 26, 2020 Thanksgiving 🦃 4 years ago
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Notice, in particular, conversion from the other calendar to the Gregorian calendar, there may be discrepancies.