Thanksgiving Card Messages

Thanksgiving card messages: what to write from the UK

Thanksgiving is the fourth Thursday in November. If you're sending from the UK, post about ten days ahead — these Thanksgiving card messages cover family, friends, hosts and the ones you only see on video call.

Copy any of them straight in. Every card is blank inside, so you can add the bit only the two of you would understand.

Thanksgiving messages for family

  • Happy Thanksgiving. Grateful for you, this year and every year.
  • Wishing you a table full of food and people you actually like. Happy Thanksgiving.
  • Thinking of you all today. Save me some pie.
  • Happy Thanksgiving from this side of the Atlantic — missing you at the table.

Thanksgiving messages for friends

  • Happy Thanksgiving. Thankful for you, obviously, but mostly for the leftovers.
  • Have a brilliant Thanksgiving. Eat far too much on my behalf.
  • Grateful for a friend like you — happy Thanksgiving.
  • Happy Thanksgiving. May the turkey be moist and the relatives be brief.

Thank you to the host

  • Thank you for having us — the whole day was lovely, and the food was better.
  • Thanks for cooking for that many people and still being pleasant about it.
  • Grateful for your table, your food and your company. Thank you.

Short Thanksgiving lines

  • Happy Thanksgiving!
  • Grateful for you.
  • Eat well, rest well. Happy Thanksgiving.
  • Happy Turkey Day.

Thank you cards

For the host, and for everyone who travelled.

Candles and gifts

A small present that posts with the card.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Thanksgiving?

The fourth Thursday in November in the US. Canada marks it on the second Monday in October.

When should I post a Thanksgiving card from the UK?

About ten days before, to be safe. We post first class every working day, usually the same day you order.