10 Things to Do after Thanksgiving Dinner

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The Thanksgiving feast is over, everyone's full, and there's still plenty of time for family fun. We gathered 10 activities to keep the fun going whether that means a little laughter, crafting, some fresh air, even getting a head start on Christmas. What’s your favorite thing to do post Thanksgiving dinner?

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Find out who thinks alike in your family.

A quick, funny game that can be played right from the table. Who will match answers, and who can be creative enough to be different from everyone else?

Go on a Psalms Walk

Give that Thanksgiving dinner a chance to settle while enjoying some fresh air and God's creations. Use our free Psalms Walk booklet to keep the spirit of gratitude going while getting everyone moving.

Paper Stitching Craft

Pull out the paper sewing cards and enjoy a hands-on activity without over complicating things.

Put phones down and bring out the games

We've rounded up some of our favorite board games, card games, and lesser-known finds, all under $20! From quick games to laugh-out-loud favorites, there's something for your next family game night.

Deliver a Little Thanksgiving Cheer

Make someone's holiday a little sweeter. Package a simple treat with one of our printable thank-you tags and drop it off to someone you're grateful for. This is especially handy when you don’t want any dessert leftovers.

A Create a Family Masterpiece

Work together to create a giant picture, one colorful square at a time. Everyone can contribute and we’ve taken the guesswork out of it for you.

Crack the Christmas Code

Solve picture riddles while discovering the secret path through this Christmas game. How many tries will it take you?

Start a Neighborhood Elf Hunt

Kick off a Christmas tradition that spreads beyond your family. Hide a silly little elf for neighbors to discover, decorate, and pass along throughout the season. We make the instruction cards to go with it, you bring the elf legs.

Build Gingerbread Houses with a Twist

Take gingerbread house decorating beyond the usual candy and frosting when you choose creative themes and challenges, including gospel-inspired ideas, to make each house a little different.

Make Your Own Christmas Countdown

Give everyone their own way to anticipate Christmas. Assemble individual countdowns filled with scriptures that help each person focus on the Savior throughout December.

Looking for even more Thanksgiving fun? Check out our Quick Thanksgiving Games for Families for easy, laugh-out-loud games using supplies you probably already have around the house.


Camille Gillham

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