Zoom Thanksgiving Activities 2020: 8 Ideas to Host a Virtual Event

As the world continues to endure the new normal amid the coronavirus pandemic, many people choose to stay home as they celebrate Thanksgiving 2020.

However, there are various ways to celebrate the holidays together with families that will follow the newest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding Thanksgiving celebrations. Check out this list of eight exciting Zoom Thanksgiving activities 2020 to keep families together this holiday.

Celebrate Thanksgiving 2020 together via Zoom

Since some societies are still under quarantine or lockdown due to increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases even after eight months of health crisis, authorities does not recommend getting together in big groups, even for the upcoming Thanksgiving 2020, to prevent further spread of the virus. Instead, CDC urges having virtual activities instead.

Some superspreader activities are large group indoor gatherings, in which protective measures like wearing masks and social distancing are usually neglected. This led authorities to push for virtual event, which is much safer.

Zoom Thanksgiving 2020: 8 Exciting Activities to Keep Families Together

Going back to our normal lives is quite impossible now. Instead, celebrating Thanksgiving virtually with families is perfect as we live the new normal. Here are 8 fun and exciting Zoom Thanksgiving activities 2020 to keep families together for a virtual celebration.

1. Create a Thanksgiving schedule for the family

Plan out the holidays, so all families can do the same thing despite not being physically together. A little schedule can help us feel more connected knowing everyone is doing the same thing.

2. Food doorsteps exchange

For extended families and friends living within a close distance, assign a Thanksgiving recipe for each household through email or messaging app. Then, each family shares portions for all households and deliver them at their doorsteps at a set drop-off schedule. While you would only cook one dish, you will have several dishes to eat at supper.

3. Virtual prayer before meal

Depending on the family's religion, it is common for families to have a pre-meal prayer, especially during Thanksgiving. Having a virtual prayer may work for this year's celebration, although you may not be able to hold hands. You can assign a prayer leader while having a child to lead the prayer would make the Thanksgiving celebration extra special.

4. Virtual Pie Making Party

Set a date for Zoom baking party for Thanksgiving pies. Pick one pie recipe for everyone to follow. Prepare all baking ingredients and supplies before starting the group video chat. This would be the best way to recreate your grandma's signature Thanksgiving recipes.

5. Zoom Gratitude Sharing

As the name says, Thanksgiving is more than just about having good food, but giving thanks for all that happened in the past year. Set a date for a Zoom meeting wherein each family member will read a list of things they are thankful of. Include kids in this activity and help them prepare their list in expressing gratitude for other things aside from food and toys.

6. Virtual Storytelling

Perhaps after the gratitude sharing, family members can take turns in sharing stories. They can tell their own stories, read from books, or share pass down stories such as memorable funny stories or family trips.

7. Zoom Pictionary Games

Different games can be done online to bond with the whole family. Play Pictionary on Zoom by flipping the camera so everyone would see your drawing. Write your name on top of the paper to avoid confusion. Have a representative from each family or mixed household team to write a list of things to draw that the other team will choose from. Mail the list or drop it off at their doorstep.

8. Virtual Music Jam

Families who are musically-inclined will usually sing or play music together after meal. One of the best Zoom Thanksgiving activities 2020 is to jam together over a virtual meeting or video chat. Each household can pick a song to play or sing with the family while others can join in the middle of the performance.

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Written by CJ Robles