Although German speaking countries may not celebrate Thanksgiving the way we do, there is fall holiday similar, Erntdankfest (harvest thanksgiving festival). Generally celebrate on the first Sunday of October, which is also usually the first Sunday following Michaelmas (Sept. 29)Like the American Thanksgiving Erntdankfest is an all day event. However, unlike the big day family festis that is typical in the USA, Erntedankfest is not a family get-together of feasting but rather mostly rural, religious holiday. As a religious holiday it typically contants church services (morning and evening), a parade, music, dance, and of course food.
(A church altar Erntedank display in Germany.)
And of course as most Germans have American relatives it would make sense that within the last few decades Erntdankfest is starting to look a lot like the American Thanksgiving such as the turkey! Turkey has become within the last few decades a popular dish often replacing the traditional goose. Happy Turkey day!!!
(amazingly tasty looking turkey)
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