Say Hello To The Holidays

F​rom rain to cranberry sauce to snow to glittery decorations, this weekend marks the unofficial start of the holiday season.

Whether you travel to see family and friends, cozy up at home or attend a community event, we hope Thanksgiving gives you something to smile about and something - or someone - to be grateful for.

To help you swing into the holidays, our editorial team has put together a cornucopia of articles and videos, from what to expect in the weather to fried turkey fails to best weekend travel spots. Enjoy, and from all of us to all of you: Happy Thanksgiving!

-​W​hat Our Experts Are Tracking Thanksgiving Weekend

-​Your Thanksgiving Travel Forecast

-Small Storms Can Cause Big Holiday Travel Snags

-​Outdoor Activities To Try This Thanksgiving

-Our Meteorologists’ Most Underrated Thanksgiving Side Dishes

-Fried Turkey Fail: Here’s What Can Happen

-What To Know About Boarding Your Dog For The Holidays

-Animals Enjoy Scrumptious Thanksgiving ‘Feast For The Beasts!’ At Tennessee Aquarium

-Which Thanksgiving Foods Can My Dog Eat?

-How Long Can You Safely Store Thanksgiving Leftovers?

-‘Tis The Season For Safe Holiday Decorating

-Holiday Lights Safety Checklist

-Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Look Back (PHOTOS)

-​Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost Less This Year, Farm Bureau Says

-Gobble Up These Climate-Friendly Thanksgiving Tips

-​Top Tips For Flying With Your Pet For The Holidays

-Sweet Season Soured? Dry Conditions Cut Sugar Supply

-The Best Thanksgiving Weekend Travel Spots

Weather.com reporter Jan Childs covers breaking news and features related to weather, space, climate change, the environment and everything in between.

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