Thursdays are that funny in-between day that is close enough to the weekend to feel hopeful, but still far enough away to need a little extra humor. Around here, Thursday jokes are how we power through that “almost there” feeling with a few laughs and a lot of eye rolls from the kids.
Whether you’re sharing a joke at breakfast, adding a little fun to a school day, or counting down to Friday together, these Thursday jokes are clean, kid-friendly, and perfect for families.
Top 10 Thursday Jokes
- What’s Thursday’s favorite dance? The almost-Friday shuffle!
- What’s the best thing about Thursday? Knowing Friday is one day away.
- Why did Thursday apply for a promotion? It wanted to be Friday.
- What do you call a Thursday with a sense of humor? A fun-day!
- Why did Thursday go to therapy? Almost-Friday syndrome.
- Why was Thursday so calm? It knew Friday was coming.
- What’s the worst sound on Thursday morning? Alarm clocks.
- Why did the chicken cross the road on Thursday? To get to the weekend.
- What’s the difference between Thursday and Monday? Hope.
- Thursdays are the universe’s way of saying… “Hang on, fun’s coming!”
Free Printable: Family Joke Cards
Need an easy way to get everyone laughing together?
These printable family joke cards are perfect for dinner time, car rides, or those moments when the conversation needs a quick spark. Just read one aloud and let the laughter start.
Thursday Jokes
- Why do Thursdays make terrible detectives? They always follow clues to the weekend.
- Why was Thursday the comedian’s favorite day? It had the best punchlines.
- Why did Thursday join the gym? To get in shape for the weekend.
- Why can’t Thursday be the saddest day of the week? Wait two days — it’ll be a sadder day.
- Why did Thursday get in trouble at the bakery? It kneaded more time to rise.
- Why did Thursday bring a ladder to the library? To get to the next chapter.
- Why did Thursday bring a ladder to the art gallery? To see the highlights.
- Why did Thursday get a trophy? For being the best weekday teaser.
- Why did Thursday go to the doctor? It was feeling a bit weak.
- Why didn’t Thursday the 12th worry about Friday the 13th? It’s bad luck to be superstitious.
Thursday One-Liners & Short Jokes
- Thursday is Friday’s warm-up act.
- Thursday: close enough to taste the weekend.
- Thursday is just Friday in disguise… almost.
- Nothing hits harder than realizing it’s Thursday, not Friday.
- Thursday is powered by hope and coffee.
- Thursdays were made for planning the weekend.
- Thursday is Monday with better PR.
Silly Thursday Animal & Food Jokes
- What do cows do on Thursday nights? Go to the moooooovies.
- Why did the tomato go to work on Thursday? To ketchup on projects.
- Why did the banana go to the doctor on Thursday? It wasn’t peeling well.
- Why did the giraffe have a long face on Thursday? It was far from the weekend.
- Why shouldn’t farmers meet on Thursday? None of them will turnip.
Thursday Pop Culture & Wordplay Jokes
- What’s a chiropractor’s busiest day? Throwback Thursday.
- What’s a musician’s favorite day? Throw-Bach Thursday.
- What’s Thursday’s favorite music? Heavy Thurs-day metal.
- What do you call a superhero Thursday? Thors-day.
- What day has the highest soda sales? Thurst-day.
- What’s the best philosophy study day? Thoreau-back Thursday.
Thursday jokes are our favorite way to keep spirits up when the weekend is so close but not quite here yet. A quick joke can turn a long school day or busy evening into something lighter — and sometimes that’s all it takes.
If your family enjoyed these, you’ll also love:
- Jokes for Kids – easy laughs any day of the week
- Riddles for Kids – fun brain breaks without screens
- Icebreaker Questions for Kids – perfect for dinner conversations
And don’t forget to grab our free printable jokes and conversation starters to make every weekday feel a little more fun.
Free Printable: Family Joke Cards
Need an easy way to get everyone laughing together?
These printable family joke cards are perfect for dinner time, car rides, or those moments when the conversation needs a quick spark. Just read one aloud and let the laughter start.
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Michele Tripple is a renowned author and expert in the fields of parenting, relationships, and personal development. She is a certified Life Coach with her degree in marriage and family studies, her experience as a Family Life Educator, and over a decade of experience as a professional writer; Michele has authored books that provide practical advice and insights into improving family dynamics and personal growth. Her work is celebrated for its blend of research-driven information and relatable, real-world applications. Michele has been a keynote speaker at conferences and has contributed to numerous publications and media outlets, solidifying her reputation as an authoritative voice in her field and helping families build relationships.