A very important one of the traditions and probably the most loved too is the savouring of turkey in the meal. Turkey dishes usually form the main dish on the occasion of thanksgiving. The dish may be in various recipes and there are specialties too which come from different places. These include coffee-rubbed turkey which hails from Hawaii. New England provides for the salt encrusted turkey whereas deep fried turkey has its origin from the south.

Playing Football is also almost considered to be a tradition on the day of thanksgiving. Almost the whole nation enjoys the game of football as one of the thanksgiving traditions. There are matches between local teams, clubs, etc which are enjoyed by everyone. Parades on the occasion of thanksgiving are also a great tradition that everyone greatly enjoys. Balloons fly here and there and there are bands and floats which make the occasion very colourful. .