How 9 countries around the world celebrate Thanksgiving

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November 5, 2018 4:48 PM

Here are all of the places around the world that celebrate Thanksgiving and how they celebrate it, from parades to religious ceremonies.

The US celebrates Thanksgiving in November.

In the US, this national holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. Traditionally, the holiday is celebrated with feasts that are oftentimes centered around turkey.

The holiday is also marked by the annual Macy's parade which features floats of famous characters as well as live musical performances.

Not all Canadian provinces celebrate Thanksgiving.

first official Canadian Thanksgiving

Norfolk Island celebrates Thanksgiving on a Wednesday.

Norfolk Island

last Wednesday

A typical Liberian Thanksgiving involves church services.

first Thursday in November

Grenada celebrates Thanksgiving in October.

to restore peace and stability

celebrated formally

In St. Lucia, most businesses remain open on the holiday.

first Monday in October

many businesses remain open

The Netherlands celebrates Thanksgiving a week before the US.

by the same pilgrims

quick and simple guide

Germany holds an annual Harvest Thanksgiving Festival.

Harvest Thanksgiving Festival

Japan's version of Thanksgiving focuses on working citizens.

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