The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Holiday Traditions of All Time
GoatWars fans rank Thanksgiving Dinner the greatest of all time among Holiday Traditions, with a 73.3% Goatscore.
Chasing the crown: #2 Opening Presents (70.3%), #3 Holiday Movie Marathon (59.3%).
From fireworks to family feasts, these are the rituals that make holidays feel like holidays. Whether it’s hanging ornaments, lighting candles, or hunting for eggs in the yard, these timeless traditions remind us why the calendar’s best days are always the ones we share.
All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.
GOAT List FAQs
Who is the greatest of all time among Holiday Traditions?
GoatWars fans rank Thanksgiving Dinner the greatest of all time among Holiday Traditions, with a 73.3% Goatscore.
How is the GOAT List calculated?
The GOAT List ranks every contender in Holiday Traditions by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.
How many votes is this ranking based on?
This GOAT List is based on 1,881 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of November 4, 2026.
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