Blink and it’s time to gather around the table to eat your favorite seasonal sides, mains and desserts until you’re so full you can’t move. Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of the year, and it’s not just because of Pillsbury’s premade turkey sugar cookies or pumpkin pie everything. You’ll find some classic holiday specials on TV among the football games and dog shows! What’s Thanksgiving without Charlie Brown?
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is airing just in time for turkey day. Here’s when and where to catch Chuck and friends this year.
When Is the Classic Show Airing on ABC?
Get nostalgic the day before Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 27. The 30-minute special will air on ABC at 7 p.m. CST. If it’s been a few years and you’re in need of a refresher, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving follows our favorite group of good timers as they kick off their own Thanksgiving dinner away from parents. It’s heartwarming and perfect for sharing with your little ones.
The celebration doesn’t stop there, though—this is a double feature. Stay tuned after A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving to catch This Is America, Charlie Brown: The Mayflower Voyagers. This special is a cheerful reenactment of the very first Thanksgiving. The entire gang is transported back to 1620 to greet the Mayflower pilgrims and learn the real meaning of Thanksgiving. This Is America, Charlie Brown: The Mayflower Voyagers airs at 7:30 p.m. CST on ABC.
Add Charlie Brown and pals to your holiday movie marathon tradition this year.
How to Watch Any Other Time of the Year
If you miss the episodes on ABC, you can always watch them on your own time. A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving is available for purchase for $12.99 on Amazon. With a Prime membership, you can also catch This Is America, Charlie Brown: The Mayflower Voyagers for just $2.99. And you can buy the entire This Is America season for $14.99. Don’t miss out on your favorite part of the holidays!
1 / 26 Add an extra touch of cuteness to your Thanksgiving celebration with one or more of these adorable Thanksgiving treats. You can find the step-by-step instructions for each of the recipes featured in the video in the next four slides. You should also check out these traditional Thanksgiving recipes you’ll want on the table this year.
Acorn Treats
You only need three ingredients, mini chocolate chips, chocolate kisses and Nutter Butter Bites, to make these super simple acorn cookies!Go to Recipe
Pilgrim Hat Cookies
This combination of cookies and candy make for an adorable treat to take into school a Thanksgiving party. Everyone will love them!Go to RecipeTaste of Home
Harvest Corn Cakes
Sweet corn takes on a whole new meaning with this recipe. The corncobs look delightfully like the real thing—except they’re made of cake, frosting and peanut butter candies! These treats really brighten up the Thanksgiving table, and they’re so easy to make.Go to RecipeTaste of Home
Chocolate Caramel Turkey Legs
Mention turkey legs made of pretzels and chocolate, and the kids come running. Let them help by unwrapping caramels for this easy, no-bake Thanksgiving treat.Go to Recipe
Turkey Cake
Create a simple centerpiece for your Thanksgiving dessert table! This turkey cake comes together fast with the help of a box mix, and melted candy coating keeps decorating easy.Go to Recipe
Pecan Pie Cookies
Give the classic fall dessert a twist with these pecan pie cookies. They’re a simple brown sugar cookie that’s topped with a gooey and crunchy filling and creamy frosting. You’ll want to make them every year.Go to Recipe
Gobbler Goodies
What’s Thanksgiving without a turkey or two? These festive fall treats, made with rice cereal, cookies and candy, would make fun favors at each place setting on your Thanksgiving table—if your family doesn’t gobble them up first.Go to RecipeTaste of Home
Pretty Pumpkin Wontons
This is a sensational, easy recipe that is perfect for an appetizer, snack or dessert. The pumpkin, cinnamon and apricot preserves come together for a unique take on fall flavors.Go to Recipe
Pretzel Turkey Treats
Get your kids in the Turkey Day spirit! Have them help you stack these candy-laden treats. With colorful pretzel-based tails, they make great edible favors.Go to Recipe
Air-Fryer Apple Fritters
An air fryer makes these classic apple fritters healthier than old-fashioned fritters, yet they are still just as delicious. The Honeycrisp apples, vanilla, lemon and fluffy dough come together for your new favorite Thanksgiving dessert.Go to Recipe
Pumpkin Mousse
If you’ve had your fill of pumpkin pie, this cool and creamy pumpkin mousse is perfect for you. Its light and fluffy texture won’t make you feel “stuffed” after your favorite turkey dinner.Go to Recipe
Caramel Apple Rice Krispies Treats
Turns out you don’t need an apple for a caramel apple! Ooey, gooey caramel meets your favorite crisped rice treat in this fall-inspired treat.Go to Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Cups
If you get tired of eating the same thing several days after Thanksgiving is over. Try something different, like these chocolate, cream cheese and pumpkin-flavored cups.Go to Recipe
Mom’s Old-Fashioned Cutouts
Those who are hosting a rustic Thanksgiving celebration have to make these cutout cookies. The straightforward dough is elevated into fun fall shapes like these woodland animals above, leaves, turkeys or pumpkins.Go to Recipe
Cream-Filled Pumpkin Cupcakes
Here’s a charming use for pumpkin. Bursting with cinnamon and clove, these sweet and spicy filled cupcakes are bound to dazzle your Thanksgiving guests.Go to Recipe
Pumpkin Milk Shakes
These milkshakes are nicely spiced and taste just like pumpkin pie. You can cut off both ends of a licorice twist and serve it as a straw for a festive touch.Go to Recipe
Spiced Pumpkin Ice Cream Puffs
This impressive dessert showcases homemade pumpkin ice cream and cream puffs. The effort is worthwhile for any fall special occasion and you can make the parts ahead of time for easy assembly later.Go to Recipe
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Spiced Frosting
Applesauce is the secret ingredient in these sweet and moist pumpkin cupcakes. Plus, the canned frosting gets a major upgrade with the addition of whipped topping and cinnamon!Go to Recipe
Sticky Cinnamon-Sugar Monkey Bread
Monkey bread is the best way to get the family around the Thanksgiving dessert table! The vanilla pudding is an unusual addition, but don’t skip it!Go to Recipe
Tom Turkeys
With a little prep work by Mom or Dad, these make a great before-or-after Thanksgiving dinner activity for the kids to enjoy while adults at the feast converse.Go to Recipe
Fluffy Pumpkin Pie
The addition of marshmallows make this pumpkin filling so light and fluffy! Since it doesn’t need to bake, this pie comes in handy at Thanksgiving when your oven is in demand.Go to RecipeTaste of Home
Handprint Turkey Cookies
These aren’t your typical cutout cookies! The dough contains nutmeg and sour cream for an extra zip and the decorations are perfect for a Thanksgiving dessert table.Go to Recipe
Sweet Potato-Cranberry Doughnuts
Yes, doughnuts made with mashed sweet potatoes. While doughnuts aren’t a typical Thanksgiving dessert, we’re sure your guests will gobble them up!Go to RecipeTaste of Home
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Take these extra special cupcakes to your next holiday and watch how quickly they disappear! With a caramel topping and spice cake base, they’re the perfect mix of two fall-favorite treats.Go to Recipe
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Full of classic fall flavors like pumpkin, ginger, cinnamon and brown sugar, these whoopie pies are oh-so-cozy after Thanksgiving.Go to Recipeⓘ
