Thanksgiving 2024: Date, history, significance, celebration and all you need to know

Thanksgiving, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November (November 28th this year), is a time-honored tradition rooted in gratitude and unity. Originating from a 1621 harvest feast shared between Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe, it evolved into a national holiday in the US, thanks to President Lincoln. Canadians also celebrate Thanksgiving, albeit on a different date.