Friendsgiving date poll
The hardest part of Friendsgiving is not the turkey, it is finding a day when most of your friends are not travelling, working or at their own family dinner. A short date poll gets the answer in a day.
Step 1: pick the date
- Offer 3 or 4 slots in the week around Thanksgiving. Many people are away on the day itself, so include the weekend before and after. Let people tick every slot they can make.
- Send the poll early. Travel plans harden quickly in November.
Step 2: sort out the menu with ranked voting
Once the date is fixed, ask who brings what. For shared choices, such as which main dish, use a ranked poll so the group's favourite wins instead of a split.
A simple Friendsgiving plan
- Poll the date (3 to 4 slots, closes in 48 hours).
- Poll the main dish or theme with a ranked vote.
- Share a sign-up message in the chat for sides and drinks.
- Post the final date and address once, pinned, so nobody scrolls.
Try this poll
Which day works for Friendsgiving?
- Friday evening
- Saturday afternoon
- Saturday evening
- Sunday afternoon
Free. Your group votes from a link, with no account needed.
Frequently asked questions
When should I send the poll?
Two to three weeks before. Earlier is better because people book travel.
Can guests vote without installing the app?
Yes. They vote from the link.
Can I keep names private?
Yes, anonymous voting is available if you prefer.