How much wings do I need for 25 guests?

You need 11 lbs of wings for 25 guests at a thanksgiving. This provides 95 total servings with a 15% buffer.

How much wings per person for a thanksgiving?

Plan for 3.8 servings of wings per person at a thanksgiving. This assumes wings is your main food; reduce by 30-40% if serving multiple dishes.

How many servings in 11 lbs of wings?

11 lbs of wings provides 95 total servings, enough for 25 guests with a 15% buffer to ensure you don't run out.

Is 11 lbs of wings enough for 25 people?

Yes, 11 lbs is the recommended amount for 25 guests at a thanksgiving. This includes a 15% buffer (1 extra lbs) so you won't run short.

Should I order more wings than calculated?

Our calculation of 11 lbs already includes a 15% buffer. However, if your guests are big eaters or wings is the only food, consider adding 10-20% more. It's always better to have leftovers!

What if I'm serving wings with other foods?

If serving wings as part of a buffet spread with other options, reduce this amount by 30-40%. Instead of 11 lbs, you'd need approximately 8 lbs.

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How Much Wings for a 25 Guests Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving • 25 guests

Your Total

lbs

of wings

total servings

3.8

per person

15%

buffer

Note: This assumes wings is your main food. Planning a buffet spread? See our Thanksgiving Party Planner for balanced quantities.

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📐 Why This Amount Works

Estimate actual eaters

25 guests × 95% eating rate

At small events, about 95% of guests will eat full servings. 24 eaters

Calculate servings (as main dish)

24 eaters × 10 pieces per person

As a main dish, plan for 10 pieces per person (~1.0 lb). 240 base servings

Apply thanksgiving modifier

× 0.4 (-60% for wings)

Thanksgivings typically consume 60% less wings than average. 95 pieces needed

Convert to lbs

95 pieces ÷ 10 per lb

Each lb provides 10 pieces. 9.5 lbs (raw)

Add 15% buffer & round up

9.5 × 1.15 = 10.9, rounded up

Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 11 lbs

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Caterer-Tested Formula

Our calculations are based on real event data from professional caterers and party planners.

📊 Quick Reference: Wings by Guest Count

Guests	Wings Needed	Total Servings
25 guests (you)	11 lbs	95 servings
50 guests	22 lbs	190 servings
75 guests	33 lbs	285 servings
100 guests	44 lbs	380 servings
150 guests	66 lbs	570 servings
200 guests	88 lbs	760 servings

* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for thanksgiving as main dish.

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💡 Pro Tips for Thanksgiving Food

✓ Turkey is 1-1.5 lbs per person (includes bone weight).
✓ Appetizers before dinner should be light - 3-4 pieces per person max.
✓ Plan 3-4 side dishes total - not 3-4 per person.
✓ Dessert is non-negotiable - 1 pie per 6-8 guests.
✓ Leftovers are part of Thanksgiving - plan for turkey sandwiches.

Buying Guide

Thanksgiving is about the traditional spread: turkey (1-1.5 lbs per person), stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pie. Light appetizers before dinner only. Plan for leftovers!