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Friendsgiving Potluck Sign-Up Sheet
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Plan your Friendsgiving — turkey, sides, pies, drinks. Coordinate in minutes.

Friendsgiving is the easier Thanksgiving — no in-laws, more wine, your friends. But four people bringing mashed potatoes still happens. A simple sign-up sheet fixes that.   Free, no accounts, ready in 60 seconds.

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A real Whocan potluck poll, pre-filled with Friendsgiving categories. Click around — your changes won't be saved.

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What to bring to Friendsgiving — 8 categories that always work

These are the dish categories most Friendsgiving hosts pre-fill. Adjust as you like.

🦃 The Turkey or Main

Usually the host's responsibility. If you're hosting, claim this one early.

🥔 Classic Sides

Mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, sweet potato dish. Best as separate sign-ups to avoid duplicates.

🥧 Pies & Desserts

Pumpkin, pecan, apple. One pie per guest is plenty for a 10-person gathering.

🍷 Drinks & Wine

Red, white, sparkling, plus non-alcoholic options.

🥗 Salad / Veggie Option

Lighter dish, often vegetarian — important for mixed-diet groups.

🍞 Bread or Rolls

Dinner rolls are classic. One person can handle the whole basket.

🧀 Appetizers

Cheese board, crackers, dip — for the cooking-takes-longer-than-expected window.

🍦 Extras (ice, ice cream, decorations)

Often forgotten until the last minute.

Friendsgiving etiquette — what hosts and guests should know

For the host

Provide the main protein (turkey or alternative). Set up the sign-up sheet 2-3 weeks in advance. Cover basics like ice, water, serving utensils.

For guests

Ask the host what's needed before assuming a salad. A bottle of wine is always welcome alongside whatever else you bring.

Dietary mix

Mark dishes as vegetarian or with allergen notes — Friendsgiving groups often span dietary preferences.

Bring containers

Bringing a dish back home in your own container saves the host's tupperware.

Whocan vs spreadsheet vs printed list

Three quick ways to organize a Friendsgiving sign-up. Here's how they compare.

Feature Whocan Recommended Google Sheet Printed list
No accounts ✓ ✓ for guests, account for editor ✓
Live updates on phone ✓ ✓ ✗
Prevents duplicates automatically ✓ Manual Manual
Share via WhatsApp ✓ link ✓ link ✗ photo only
Dietary tags / comments ✓ built-in Manual columns Manual notes
Setup time ~60 seconds ~10 minutes ~5 minutes

Set up your Friendsgiving in 3 steps

1. Pick the Friendsgiving template

1. Pick the Friendsgiving template

Start from the pre-filled categories — turkey, sides, pies, drinks. Adjust to match your guest count.

2. Share the link

2. Share the link

Send via WhatsApp, email, iMessage — wherever your friends are. Guests sign up with one click, no account.

3. See who brings what

3. See who brings what

Watch the list fill up live. Categories close once they're claimed — no four pumpkin pies.

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FAQs about Friendsgiving potlucks

What is a Friendsgiving potluck?
Friendsgiving is a Thanksgiving-style meal that you celebrate with friends instead of family. As a potluck, every guest brings a dish — turkey, sides, pies, drinks — so no one cooks the whole feast alone.
What should I bring to a Friendsgiving potluck?
If the host hasn't asked for something specific, a side dish or a bottle of wine is always welcome. Use a sign-up sheet (like this one) to see what's already covered before you decide.
What's the difference between Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving?
Thanksgiving is the family holiday on the fourth Thursday of November. Friendsgiving is a friends-only version, usually held the weekend before or after Thanksgiving — same food, more wine, less in-laws.
When should I send the sign-up sheet?
2-3 weeks in advance. Long enough that everyone can plan a dish, short enough that no one forgets. A reminder 3-4 days before the event is a good move.
How do I plan a Friendsgiving potluck for 10 people?
Start with the host providing the turkey. Pre-fill 4-5 side categories, 2-3 dessert categories, drinks, and bread. With 10 guests that gives everyone a clear role and avoids the "everyone brought salad" problem.