Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the dining table, and it’s essential to set the mood with festive table decor. Our creative ideas will help you do just that. Whether your style leans toward classic elegance, modern simplicity, or a rustic farmhouse vibe, these Thanksgiving decor ideas will inspire you to create a table setting your guests will remember. From fresh florals to easy DIY touches, there is something here for every taste and budget.
With a few simple details — glowing candles, seasonal greenery, and personalized accents — you can transform your table into the heart of your celebration. Continue below to see our fabulous collection of ideas, gathered for you with all the sources.
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1. Woodland Thanksgiving Tablescape.
This gorgeous Thanksgiving tablescape is layered in tartan, evergreens, and candlelight. We love the decorative accent of the pheasants. For the cutlery, the horn is antique English Sheffield, and the leather look is from @vivo.veronika. (via @suzannezinggstyle / Instagram)
2. Outdoor Harvest Table.
If the weather allows, take your celebration outside! A wooden table, string lights, and nature’s backdrop create an unforgettable feast. This table, set near a campfire, features a gingham tablecloth, taper candles, mums, and cozy blankets. (via @southernladymag / Instagram)
3. Pumpkin-Inspired Centerpiece.
Muted shades of orange mingle with textural linens, lending a soft touch to this pretty tablescape. A trio of large pumpkins is used as the main focal point of this table, with smaller pumpkins as accents. Candlesticks cast a warm, magical glow for ambiance. Small battery-operated mini lights intertwined around the centerpiece add to the festive look of this tablescape. We love the small plaid throw used as the table runner, adding texture and color. TIP: When decorating your dining table, add a finishing, extra-festive touch by draping a garland onto your chandelier. (via @fidlinaroundhome / Instagram)
4. Nature-Inspired Tablescape.
Foraged from the owner’s fall garden, this gorgeous farmhouse-style tablescape features pumpkins, persimmons, bitter vine, ilex branches, and fall foliage. (via @erikkvalsvik for @barrydarrdixon / Instagram)
5. Hydrangea Bowl Centerpiece.
Hydrangeas tinted with earthy hues make for a breathtaking centerpiece in this setting. The hydrangeas are actually faux flowers collected over the years and can be used year after year for a statement-making table display. The velvet pumpkins make for a visually stunning accent. (via @jenniferjrossdesigns / Instagram)
6. Grand Millennial Style Tablescape.
This gorgeous tablescape features grand millennial style, a design that combines traditional elements with modern sensibilities. The style features bold prints, which can be found in the tablecloth, which was fashioned from a piece of fabric by P. Kaufman. It also infuses a sense of nostalgia, evident in the cutlery, wine goblets, and even the bowl used as the centerpiece for pine clippings, oranges with cloves, pine cones, and a large white pillar candle. (via @replacementsltd / Instagram)
7. Bountiful Fall Table.
This Thanksgiving tablescape showcases a stunning floral arrangement accented by gourds, pumpkins, and persimmons. This design celebrates the beauty of the harvest season. The place setting features dishware sourced from @replacementsltd. (via @christinabrockman_ / Instagram)
8. Classic Thanksgiving Setting.
Layered turkey-themed china, gold flatware, and warm candlelight create a timeless table that celebrates tradition with refined style. All of the decorations for this tablescape can be found at the provided link. (via @potterybarn / Instagram)
9. Cozy Candlelight Glow.
When designing for a festive gathering, pair your floral installation with timeless taper candles to add warmth, color, and an elegant glow. This stunning Thanksgiving table features a collection of exquisite tableware by @barrydarrdixon for @replacementsltd. The long taper candles were sourced from @creative.candles. The floral arrangement is red Japanese maple foliage and red berries, along with a small potted topiary plant. (via @barrydarrdixon / Instagram)
10. Elegant Floral Thanksgiving Table.
A lush bouquet of orange blooms anchors this elegant tablescape, accented with pumpkin cocottes topping each place setting, gold glassware, and velvet pumpkins for a warm, luxurious look. The beautiful tablecloth features florals in traditional autumn colors, perfect for intimate gatherings with family and friends. (via @jenniferjrossdesigns / Instagram)
11. Enchanting Table Decor.
This enchanting Thanksgiving tablescape features a muted color palette, creating a serene ambiance. The centerpiece is illuminated by candlelight, while individual place settings have a touch of whimsy with antique books held open with soft-pink pumpkins. (via @stephanie.w.steele for @victoriamagazine / Instagram)
12. Plaid Table Runner.
Nothing says fall like plaid. Choose warm tones like rust, mustard, or forest green to anchor your table design. For the centerpiece, pumpkins recycled from Halloween are used as candle holders, with pine clippings, leaves, and pinecones attached to the pumpkins using hot glue. Be sure to hollow out the top to fit your pillar candle. (via @suzannezinggstyle / Instagram)
13. Gorgeous Garland Centerpiece.
This stunning holiday table features pieces from the Woodland collection by @spodeus. Handwoven seagrass round charger plates add natural texture to the place settings. The plaid tablecloth adds a warm and welcoming vibe. The centerpiece is a green leafy garland accented with small gold and green ornaments. We love the pops of orange from the fresh oranges. (via @themeghanjones / Instagram)
14. Al Fresco Holiday Table.
The fabulous blue and white stunner is perfect for taking your party outside. The exquisite place settings are from @replacementsltd. We are loving the centerpiece on the table, which features a blue-and-white ceramic bowl filled with green foliage, red berries, green grapes, red apples, and pomegranates. The arrangement also features tall, twisted olive-green candles in clear glass and brass candelabras. (via @themeghanjones / Instagram)
15. Elegant Harvest Table.
Soft florals, layered dinnerware, and subtle gold accents come together for a refined Thanksgiving table that feels timeless and inviting. The gorgeous china uses pieces from @replacementsltd Bernardaud patterns. (via @lindaburnside_ / Instagram)
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