"Thanksgiving" is the English word for感恩节. It is a holiday in the United States and Canada to celebrate and give thanks for the blessings of the year. The festival typically occurs on the fourth Thursday of November, and people gather with their families and friends to enjoy a traditional meal that often includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Other customs include watching parades, playing football, and sharing stories about the meaning of gratitude.