Thanksgiving Dinner Calculator: turkey, sides and pie
Whole turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, rolls and pumpkin pie — sized for your table and rounded to real US packs.
Quick Answer
A common Thanksgiving rule is about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 lb of whole (raw) turkey per adult, or more if you want leftovers, plus about 1/2 cup each of stuffing and mashed potatoes, 1/4 cup of gravy and roughly 1 slice of pie per guest. For exact amounts for your own guest list, use the calculator on this page.
Type of party
Number of guests
Men
Adults 18+
Women
Adults 18+
Teens
Ages 13–17
Kids
Ages 3–12
Babies
Ages 0–2
Mounjaro users
Adults eating about half
25 guests in total
Alcoholic drinks
How many adults will drink alcohol? We never calculate alcohol for teens, kids or babies.
Adults drinking alcohol
Up to 20 adults.
How long is the party?
Guests' appetite
We add a 10% safety margin so you don't run out of food.
FAQ
How big a turkey do I need?
Multiply your adult guests by about 1.25–1.5 lb of whole turkey. Kids count as roughly half. The calculator rounds to a realistic bird size.
Does it work for Friendsgiving?
Yes. Use the Thanksgiving menu and pick the appetite and party length that match your gathering.
Can I swap turkey for ham?
Yes. Remove the turkey and add glazed ham on the results page; the main dish quantity is rebalanced.