The date of the annual Thanksgiving holiday in the United States in 2019 was November 28th. This date falls on the fourth Thursday of November, as dictated by tradition and federal law.
The specific placement of this celebration within the calendar year is significant for several reasons. It marks a period of reflection and gratitude, coinciding with the harvest season. It also serves as the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season, leading into Black Friday and subsequent retail events. Historically, the establishment of a fixed date for Thanksgiving provided a unifying national holiday.
