Thanksgiving is one of the most heartwarming holidays of the year. It brings together food, family, and a lot of laughter. While turkey is often the star of the dinner table, it can also shine as the punchline of a joke. That is where turkey jokes​ come in.

We have gathered over 80 turkey jokes that are perfect for all ages. From classic one-liners to silly puns, these jokes will make your Thanksgiving a wonderful and cheerful day. Share them before the meal, after dessert, or during your food coma nap break.

Now let us dig into the funniest collection of turkey jokes you will find this season.

Classic Turkey Jokes

These are the timeless jokes that everyone can enjoy. Simple, clean, and guaranteed to bring smiles.

1. Why did the turkey cross the road?
   To prove it was not chicken.

2. What did the turkey say to the computer?
   Google google.

3. Why do turkeys gobble?
   Because they never learned table manners.

4. Why did the turkey get in trouble at school?
   It used fowl language.

5. How do you make a turkey float?
   You need two scoops of ice cream, some root beer, and a turkey leg.

6. Why did the turkey bring a microphone to dinner?
   It wanted to give a toast.

7. What happens when you cross a turkey with a ghost?
   You get a poultrygeist.

8. Why did the turkey get detention?
   Because it was caught stuffing notes in class.

9. Why was the turkey so proud?
   Because it was the center of attention.

10. Why did the turkey look in the mirror?
    To check its stuffing.

Kid-Friendly Turkey Jokes

These jokes are perfect for children. They are fun, easy to understand, and silly in the best way.

11. What kind of music do turkeys love?
    Anything with drumsticks.

12. Where do turkeys go to dance?
    To the Butter Ball.

13. What do you get when you cross a turkey with a banjo?
    A turkey that can pluck itself.

14. What is a turkey’s favorite dessert?
    Peach gobbler.

15. Why don’t turkeys go to school?
    Because they already know how to gobble.

16. What do you call a running turkey?
    Fast food.

17. How do you make a turkey laugh?
    Tell it a corny joke.

18. Why was the turkey afraid of the pie?
    Because it saw the knife.

19. What is a turkey’s favorite sport?
    Wattle polo.

20. What do you get if you cross a turkey with an octopus?
    Enough drumsticks for everyone.

Funny Jokes for Thanksgiving Dinner

These jokes are perfect for sharing around the dinner table. Lighthearted and safe for everyone.

21. What is the most musical part of the turkey?
    The drumstick.

22. What did the turkey say before the meal?
    Let’s get basted.

23. Why do turkeys hate math?
    Because they always get divided.

24. How do turkeys show affection?
    With a peck on the cheek.

25. Why was the turkey so funny?
    Because it was always cracking up.

26. What is a turkey’s favorite dance move?
    The gobble wobble.

27. Why did the turkey bring a ladder to dinner?
    To reach the top shelf of stuffing.

28. What did one turkey say to the other?
    Quit your squawking.

29. Why do turkeys never get lost?
    Because they always follow their instincts.

30. How do you know a turkey is lying?
    Its beak keeps moving.

Corny Turkey One-Liners

These short turkey jokes pack a quick punch. Easy to remember and fun to deliver.

31. I came. I saw. I gobbled.

32. Turkey is the only bird with built-in seasoning.

33. Gravy is just turkey’s favorite accessory.

34. Stuffing is my love language.

35. Thanksgiving is the only time I feel stuffed and thankful.

36. Gobble till you wobble.

37. My favorite exercise is turning leftovers into a sandwich.

38. Give me turkey or give me pie.

39. It is not a party until the turkey says so.

40. I yam what I yam and that is stuffed.

Turkey Puns That Bring the Laughs

Puns are a staple of any good joke list. These turkey puns are so bad they are good.

41. That turkey is well fed and well read.

42. Quit your squawking and pass the rolls.

43. I am on a gravy train to flavor town.

44. Peas and love to all this Thanksgiving.

45. My turkey jokes are well seasoned.

46. Feather you like it or not, here comes another joke.

47. Let’s give them something to gobble about.

48. I have a poultry excuse for everything.

49. You are gravy special to me.

50. Eat, nap, and repeat is my holiday plan.

Turkey Jokes for the Whole Family

Whether young or old, these jokes bring everyone together for some shared laughs.

51. What did the turkey say to the mashed potatoes?
    You complete me.

52. Why do turkeys avoid pumpkin pie?
    They do not trust anything orange and mushy.

53. Why was the turkey so calm?
    Because it knew it was not on the menu.

54. Why did the turkey wear a bow tie?
    Because it was dressing for dinner.

55. Why did the turkey turn down the role in a movie?
    It did not want to be roasted.

56. What do you call a group of musical turkeys?
    A band of pluckers.

57. What happens when you tickle a turkey?
    It bursts into feathered laughter.

58. What is a turkey’s favorite tool?
    A meat thermometer.

59. Why do turkeys love Thanksgiving?
    Because they get so much attention.

60. Why did the turkey make a great comedian?
    Because its timing was poultry perfect.

Thanksgiving Toast Jokes

Use these jokes to add some humor to your Thanksgiving toast.

61. Here’s to family, food, and feathers.

62. May your turkey be juicy and your jokes be dry.

63. Raise your glasses and your forks.

64. Let the turkey be the only one getting roasted today.

65. Here’s to leftovers lasting longer than the jokes.

66. May your stuffing be plenty and your pants be stretchy.

67. To the bird who gave its all and the pie that completes us.

68. May our bellies be full and our jokes be fowl.

69. This toast is as warm as the oven and as funny as Uncle Joe.

70. Let us be thankful for laughter and gravy.

Turkey Jokes for After Dinner

After the feast comes the fun. Share these when everyone is too full to move.

71. What did the turkey say after dinner?
    I am officially stuffed.

72. Why do turkeys hate leftovers?
    Because they know they are next.

73. What did one leftover say to the other?
    We are back for round two.

74. Why did the turkey skip dessert?
    It needed to stretch its wings.

75. Why do turkeys make bad pilots?
    They always wing it.

76. What did the turkey do after Thanksgiving?
    Went on a diet.

77. Why did the turkey nap after eating?
    Because it was in a food coma.

78. What did the napkin say to the turkey?
    I have got you covered.

79. Why did the turkey bring a pillow to dinner?
    It was ready to crash.

80. What is a turkey’s favorite bedtime story?
    The Little Red Hen.

Final Gobbles

Turkey jokes are a fun and festive way to bring laughter to your Thanksgiving. They are perfect for kids, adults, and everyone in between. Whether you want to lighten the mood or entertain your guests, these jokes are sure to be a hit.

Thanksgiving is not just about food. It is also about joy and connection. Sharing turkey jokes adds a playful touch to your holiday tradition. Keep this list handy for next year, or memorize a few for your family dinner. Either way, you are guaranteed a gobble of fun.

Happy Thanksgiving, and may your holiday be full of love, laughter, and turkey jokes.