It’s time for Sectionals, and New Directions receives guidance from some of the recent McKinley graduates who volunteer to mentor the glee club during their Thanksgiving breaks. Meanwhile, Rachel and Kurt have a non-traditional holiday dinner in the Big Apple. Musical performances include "Homeward Bound/ Home", "Come See About Me", "Whistle", "Live While We're Young", "Let's Have A Kiki/ Turkey Lurkey Time" and "Gangnam Style".

When the power goes out at McKinley High, Will and Finn enlist the members of New Directions to “unplug” and perform acoustic numbers. Meanwhile, Isabelle Wright (guest star Parker) asks Kurt to volunteer at the Vogue.com charity event, with Rachel and Santana in tow. Musical performances include "You've Lost That Loving Feeling", "Everybody Hurts", "Little Girls", "At The Ballet", "We Will Rock You", and "Longest Time".

The campaign showdown begins when Brittany and Blaine go head-to-head for Student Council President. Meanwhile, Kurt gets the internship of his dreams. Musical performances include “Everybody Wants to Rule The World”, “Celebrity Skin”, “The Way You Look Tonight/You’re Never Fully Dressed" and “Change Would Do You Good”.

Phoebe and Jessica break down black hairstyles for Sarah Jessica Parker; comics Aparna Nancherla, Rhea Butcher and Sheng Wang.