Just a reminder that Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 27th in the U.S.! Trivia schedules may be different this week, and while we do our best to keep them accurate, we recommend calling ahead to confirm your local events.
Before you dive into some of our Thanksgiving-themed trivia, we want to take a moment to share what we’re grateful for:
- Trivia – for keeping us curious and entertained.
- Family – for the laughs, love, and memories.
- Friends – for cheering us on during tough questions and celebrating the wins.
All jokes aside, Thanksgiving brings people together, just like trivia does every week. We’re truly thankful for the opportunity to help people connect and have fun.
We’re also excited about the new features and trivia locations coming soon to our site. Stay tuned, and have a fantastic Thanksgiving!
Question 1
In what year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621, when Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people shared a harvest feast in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Question 2
What year was Thanksgiving officially recognized as a national holiday?
Thanksgiving wasn’t a national holiday until 1863, when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it during the Civil War
Question 3
Which two colleges played in the first Thanksgiving football game?
Yale and Harvard in 1876
Question 4
Who was the first president to pardon a turkey?
President George H. W. Bush in 1989
Question 5
After turkey what is the next most popular dish served on Thanksgiving?
1. Turkey 2. Mashed Potatoes 3. Stuffing 4. Sweet Potatoes 5. Cranberry Sauce
While you are digesting all of the great food, start planning your next PubTriviaNight!
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