A day-by-day countdown from two weeks out to cleanup.
| When | Task | Done |
|---|---|---|
| 2 weeks out | Confirm headcount and any dietary needs | |
| 10 days out | Finalize menu and assign dishes to guests | |
| 1 week out | Full grocery shop; order turkey if not bought | |
| 4 days out | Move turkey to fridge to thaw (24 hrs per 4-5 lbs) | |
| 2 days out | Make pies, cranberry sauce and any freezer-friendly sides | |
| 1 day out | Chop vegetables, set the table, chill drinks, prep centerpiece | |
| Morning of | Prep turkey, get it in the oven on schedule | |
| 1 hour before | Bake appetizers, reheat sides, set out serving dishes | |
| Serving | Rest and carve turkey; put sides on the table | |
| After dinner | Portion leftovers into containers within 2 hours | |
| Night | Load dishwasher, wipe table, note what to change next year |
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