Turkey-free Thanksgiving – Nov. 26, 2026

Expected Turkey-free Thanksgiving Deals

While we wait for official 2027 promotions to drop, history shows that plant-based food brands and grocery chains often roll out special deals for Turkey-free Thanksgiving. Look for discounts on meat substitutes from brands like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, as well as holiday roasts from Tofurky and Field Roast. Major retailers such as Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe’s typically feature sales on organic produce, vegan desserts, and specialty ingredients. Meal kit services like Purple Carrot may offer themed plant-based Thanksgiving boxes. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as November approaches.

History of Turkey-free Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated annually in many parts of the world. This holiday began with the pilgrims, a group of English families known as the Separatists, as they created divisions of Christianity that went against the Church of England. The 102 passengers boarded the Mayflower in 1620 to find a home in the New World where they were able to freely practice their religion without fear of prosecution. They established the Plymouth Colony in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

The pilgrims remained on the ship during their first winter and suffered from scurvy and other diseases, with only half of them surviving. They left their ship when the weather warmed up. They were greeted by Native American tribes that taught them how to cultivate crops and catch fish. Their harmonious relationship with the Native American tribes lasted over 50 years. In 1621, the pilgrims celebrated their successful harvest by inviting the neighboring tribes for a feast. This was the first Thanksgiving and the pilgrims continued their tradition. The U.S. gained independence in 1776 after the American Revolution. In 1789, George Washington called to make Thanksgiving a national holiday in which Americans celebrated their victory and expressed gratitude for their newfound independence. Abraham Lincoln supported this holiday and made the first Thanksgiving proclamation in 1863. It became an official holiday when Congress passed legislation in 1870.

Thanksgiving is now unrecognizable from when it first started. The meals were made up of Native American spices and recipes. Turkey only became part of the holiday in the 19th century because it was large enough for an entire family and could lay eggs for the months leading up to Thanksgiving. The pilgrims hosted this holiday to thank the Native Americans who saved their lives but now people celebrate to express gratitude for everything they have.

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