40 Special Gift Ideas for Thanksgiving Hosts

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this ready-made cheese and meat board

Boarderie Thanksgiving Large FALLcuterie Board

Thanksgiving Large FALLcuterie Board

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this ready-made cheese and meat board

Boarderie Thanksgiving Large FALLcuterie Board

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A great Thanksgiving gift can be something to be enjoyed that day, like this savory meat and cheese set. It comes with 39 hand-selected artisan cheeses, meats, dried fruits, nuts, chocolates, olives, and spreads, and three 3 full boxes of crackers—all on top of a pretty Acacia wood serving board.

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this pack of canned wine

Archer Roose Bubbly Rosé Canned Sparkling Wine 4pk

Bubbly Rosé Canned Sparkling Wine 4pk

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this pack of canned wine

Archer Roose Bubbly Rosé Canned Sparkling Wine 4pk

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What’s a party without some bubbly? Ahem, bubbly in a can. Yep! This low-sugar, vegan-friendly canned wine is the perfect boozy drink for events like Thanksgiving dinner because 1. No one has to worry about breaking glass, and 2. It pairs deliciously with all sorts of food. Checks all the boxes for me!

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this bundle of glass containers

Sur La Table Sur La Table Glass Storage Containers, 10-Piece Set

Sur La Table Glass Storage Containers, 10-Piece Set

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this bundle of glass containers

Sur La Table Sur La Table Glass Storage Containers, 10-Piece Set

Now 50% Off

Credit: Sur La Table

There’s nothing worse than loaning out Tupperware, only to never get it back. Treat your host to a new glass set, so they can replenish their old containers that, most likely, won’t make it back to them after Turkey Day.

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this monogrammed serving board

Mark and Graham Wood and Marble Paddle Cheese Board

Wood and Marble Paddle Cheese Board

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this monogrammed serving board

Mark and Graham Wood and Marble Paddle Cheese Board

Credit: Mark and Graham

If this is your giftee’s first time hosting Thanksgiving as a family, commemorate the moment with a personalized cutting board.

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this chic apron

LosAngelesParty Personalized Initial Apron

Personalized Initial Apron

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this chic apron

LosAngelesParty Personalized Initial Apron

Now 50% Off

Credit: Etsy

With all the different ingredients that go into putting together a Thanksgiving meal, an apron is a necessity so they don’t their holiday outfit stained. And, I mean, the least you can do is get them a cute apron to wear while they’re preparing the big feast!

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this top-rated olive oil combo pack

“drizzle” “Drizzle” & “Sizzle”

“Drizzle” & “Sizzle”

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this top-rated olive oil combo pack

“drizzle” “Drizzle” & “Sizzle”

Credit: Graza

Olive oil is usually a no-brainer part of any recipe. This will come in handy on the Big Day and for the future! You can’t go wrong! This fan-favorite set includes two bottles—a cooking oil and a finishing oil.

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this set with at-home spa accessories

Sephora At Home Spa Set

At Home Spa Set

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this set with at-home spa accessories

Sephora At Home Spa Set

Credit: Sephora

Anything involving self-care is an absolute winner for anybody. This set has the go-to essentials like a mini face roller, a mini gua sha, an eye-roller, reusable eye patches, a dry body brush, and a headband—for a perfect at-home spa set-up.

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this boozy whipped cream

Whipshots Vanilla

Vanilla

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this boozy whipped cream

Whipshots Vanilla

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You’ll be everyone’s favorite person at the gathering if you bring this spiked whipped cream. It’ll make drinks and desserts sooo much more fun.

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this thoughtful piece of jewelry

Little Words Project Grateful

Grateful

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this thoughtful piece of jewelry

Little Words Project Grateful

Credit: Little Words Project

This friendship bracelet will remind them that the spirit of Thanksgiving should be alive not just once a year, but every day. <33

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this meaningful plant

The Sill Petite Sunset Orchid

Petite Sunset Orchid

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this meaningful plant

The Sill Petite Sunset Orchid

Now 29% Off

Credit: The Sill

An orchid makes for a particularly great gift compared to other plants because it’s a symbol of good luck! This darling Phalaenopsis orchid even comes potted!

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this pack of hot sauce

Hot Ones Hot Ones The Classic Trio

Hot Ones The Classic Trio

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this pack of hot sauce

Hot Ones Hot Ones The Classic Trio

Credit: Heatonist

Let’s be real: Not everyone can make a drool-worthy Thanksgiving meal. So, it’s always a good idea to have hot sauce at the ready. Just in case, you know?

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this fall-inspired candle

Homesick Autumn Hayride Candle

Autumn Hayride Candle

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this fall-inspired candle

Homesick Autumn Hayride Candle

Now 68% Off

You can never go wrong with gifting someone a candle. So bring the fall season into their home with this one from Homesick. It has all the feels of a breezy autumn day thanks to notes of amber, clove, nutmeg, maple, patchouli, and much more.

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this relaxation box

KNACK Just Breathe Spa Gift Set

Just Breathe Spa Gift Set

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this relaxation box

KNACK Just Breathe Spa Gift Set

It’s safe to say that a big holiday, like Thanksgiving, can be stressful for anyone, especially the host. With all the energy that goes into pulling off a wonderful dinner, there’s bound to be some stress along the way. So give your host this sweet gift box so they can finally unwind after the big day.

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this mini projector

ClokoWe Mini HD Movie Projector for iPhone with Screen

Mini HD Movie Projector for iPhone with Screen

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this mini projector

ClokoWe Mini HD Movie Projector for iPhone with Screen

Whether it’s the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a string of football games, or just some fun family movies, there will always be something to watch on Thanksgiving day. But if screens are limited, gift this fun mini projector that can be set up almost anywhere. It’s compatible with smartphones, gaming systems, and TV sticks. Plus, it even comes with a 100-inch portable screen too!

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this wifi-enabled diffuser

Pura x Thymes Smart Home Plug-in Diffuser Kit in Frasier Fir

x Thymes Smart Home Plug-in Diffuser Kit in Frasier Fir

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this wifi-enabled diffuser

Pura x Thymes Smart Home Plug-in Diffuser Kit in Frasier Fir

This isn’t just any regular ‘ol plug-in diffuser. With a Pura diffuser, they’ll be able to pick and choose what scent to disperse, adjust how strong the scents are, and even set a timer for the diffuser to go on and off, all from an app on their smartphone. This set, made in collaboration with Thymes, offers two refills that smell like a bustling Frasier fir.

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this family-fun card game

Cards Against Humanity Family Edition: Glow in The Dark Box

Family Edition: Glow in The Dark Box

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this family-fun card game

Cards Against Humanity Family Edition: Glow in The Dark Box

Now 13% Off

Here’s a funny game that everyone in the family can enjoy. This version of Cards Against Humanity is kid-friendly (for ages eight and up) and has 300 cards for hours of age-appropriate laughs and jokes.

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this gorgeous air fryer

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 6 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer in Oyster Grey

 6 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer in Oyster Grey

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this gorgeous air fryer

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 6 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer in Oyster Grey

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A gift to help prepare Thanksgiving dinner is a sweet way to show appreciation for a good meal. So if they don’t have an air fryer (or could use an upgrade), get them this stunning one from Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful line. It can heat, fry, and roast whatever dishes they need for the big day.

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this classic outdoor game

GoSports Tailgate Size Solid Wood Premium Cornhole Set

Tailgate Size Solid Wood Premium Cornhole Set

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this classic outdoor game

GoSports Tailgate Size Solid Wood Premium Cornhole Set

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If you know you’re going to be at someone’s place all day, I’d highly recommend getting a gift that can involve everyone in the family. With this cornhole game set, you and your giftee’s fam can enjoy some fun and friendly competition to pass the time while dinner is cooking.

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this handheld blender

GE Immersion Blender

Immersion Blender

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this handheld blender

GE Immersion Blender

Now 29% Off

TBH, this small kitchen appliance is a major game-changer. If they need to make a creamy sauce, soup, or cream, they won’t need to bring out a clunky blender or food processor. Instead, they can mix, blend, or whisk their food in whatever dish they please.

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this lil cocktail kit

Haus The Spritz Kit

The Spritz Kit

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this lil cocktail kit

Haus The Spritz Kit

Who said you could only get specialty drinks at the bar? With this spritzer kit from Haus, you can give the gift of tasty cocktails to enjoy at home. This kit comes with four unique flavored drinks, like Lemon Lavender and Pomegranate Rosemary, that can be mixed into a new recipe or poured straight over ice.

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Megan Uy is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she’s also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok

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Jacquelyn Greenfield is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers the best gift ideas, sales, and more across all things beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and sex. She has a serious obsession with sneakers and lives for a great clear lip gloss. She previously worked at Nylon and has had bylines in The Zoe Report, Coveteur, and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter

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Maggie Griswold (she/her) is a contributing fashion editor for Cosmopolitan and freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles, covering everything from the latest wardrobe must-haves to interior design trends. Along with Cosmopolitan, you can find her work on Oprah Daily, StyleCaster, Women’s Health, and House Digest, among others. She’s a big (read: ridiculously huge) fan of the ’90s sitcom Frasier, all things Shakespeare, and a good romance-filled YA novel. Follow her on Instagram

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