Fun Facts
What state grown the most pumpkins?
Illinois
(also home to Libby's pumpkin canning plant)
What year did A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving debut on television?
1973
What process refers to soaking a turkey in a saltwater solution before cooking it?
Brining
What 4 ingredients go into making a basic pie crust?
Flour, salt, water, butter/shortening
According to a poll, what Thanksgiving side dish is the least popular among Americans?
Green bean casserole
This popular Thanksgiving vegetable was the first to be grown in space in 1995
Potatoes
How many guests on average do Thanksgiving hosts expect to serve in 2023?
11
How many questions does the Butterball Turkey talk-line take during the holiday season (November & December)?
100,000 questions
That's a lot of turkey talk!
How many calories are in a half-cup serving of bread stuffing?
118
Are pumpkins technically a fruit or vegetable?
A fruit
How many passengers were on the Mayflower?
102
What movie holds the record for the highest grossing weekend in Thanksgiving history?
Frozen 2
Which state raised the most turkeys in 2023?
Minnesota
What temperature should a turkey be cooked at for safe eating?
165*
How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
3 days
What state was the first to adopt Thanksgiving as an annual holiday?
New York
According to Merriam-Wenster, when was the term "Friendsgiving" first circulated?
2007
What is an adult female turkey called?
A hen
How long can a turkey be stored in the freezer?
An unopened whole turkey can be frozen for up to 2 years.
According to a 2021 survey by The Vacationer, what are the three most-disliked Thanksgiving foods?
Cranberry Sauce, Turkey & Green Bean Casserole.
Which U.S. Founding Father famously referred to turkeys as "a bird of courage"?
Benjamin Franklin
According to Macy's, roughly how many people attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York each year?
3.5 million
Which US President was the first to officially pardon a turkey?
George H.W. Bush (1989)
Which household hazard TRIPLES on Thanksgiving?
Fires.
There are more than 3 times the daily average calls about home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
According to the National Grocers Association, what are the top ten most popular Thanksgiving foods?
Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing/dressing, gravy, rolls/bread, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes/yams, apple pie, cranberry sauce & corn.