6 Activities to Entertain Your Guests Before Holiday Dinner

After a long year of distance from family and friends, there's a lot of pressure for this Thanksgiving to be the best yet. Figuring how to keep everyone happy, thankful that they chose to let you host, and entertained with fun activities is not a simple task! While it's easy to watch a Thanksgiving movie, hungry stomachs will totally wait down the minutes until they hear "Dinner is ready!" Thankfully, we found the top interactive Thanksgiving activities to draw attention away from the kitchen.

Whether you're used to watching paint dry as your family takes a majority of the day to cook or it's your first time cooking a turkey—we found clever ways to keep your guests preoccupied and entertained while you finish prepping for the feast. There's fun for the entire family—from kid-friendly games to cocktail making for the adults. Your guests will graciously send thoughtful thank you notes and Thanksgiving gifts for a night they'll cherish for years to come. Find inspiration below and strategize with your guests for everywhere you're shopping this Black Friday!