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21 funny but useful Father's Day gifts that'll give your dad a good laugh

21 funny but useful Father's Day gifts that'll give your dad a good laugh

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Dads are — for good or bad — known for their humor.
Whether he really is the funniest guy you know or his dad jokes are simply hall of fame worthy, he might appreciate a good joke (and some lighthearted sentimentality) more than anything else on Father's Day.
Especially if he's hard to shop for, these 21 funny gifts are a good jumping off point. Pair them with one of our favorite Father's Day gifts or keep them short and sweet on their own.

Below are 21 funny Father's Day gifts dad will love this year:

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A Beeropoly board game

A Beeropoly board game
Uncommon Goods

Beeropoly, $35

For a fun night in with his family and kids or for the next get-together with friends, this is something he'll get a kick out of (and probably won't already have).

A meat bouquet

A meat bouquet
Food52

Olympia Provisions Salami Bouquet, $50-$85

If a bouquet of delicious meat is more his speed than flowers, he's going to really love this one filled with salami.

Scotch-infused toothpicks

Scotch-infused toothpicks
Uncommon Goods

Scotch-Infused Toothpicks Gift Set, $35.95

For the man who has everything, scotch-infused toothpicks take his love of the stuff to the next level.

"Game of Thrones"-inspired glasses

"Game of Thrones"-inspired glasses
Amazon

Premium Game of Thrones Hand-Etched Whiskey Glass, $22.96

Whether he reminds you of Jon Snow or he's just demonstrated a great love for all things Game of Thrones, your dad will get a kick out of having this around. To make it more personalized, pick up a nice whiskey for him to pair with it.

A custom portrait of your dad or family dog in the Renaissance style

A custom portrait of your dad or family dog in the Renaissance style
Etsy

Custom Royal Portrait, $22.95+

Send dad's photo off to the professionals at Etsy for his very own custom royal portrait. Or, if you think he'd rather have this with the family pet as the subject, by all means get one of Fido in a Victorian-era dress.

A breakfast sandwich maker that means business

A breakfast sandwich maker that means business
Amazon

Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker, $34.15

If he loves breakfast sandwiches, he's probably going to be pretty enthusiastic when he opens this. It might seem gimmicky, but it has over 2,000 reviews on Amazon and a 4.6 rating. It'll get some laughs as well as come in handy for dad-sized breakfasts in the future.

Slang flashcards to keep up with the teens

Slang flashcards to keep up with the teens
Uncommon Goods

Slang Flashcards, $10

Sometimes the jargon of "the youths" can sound like a foreign language. If dad might appreciate getting in on all the lingo, these helpful slang cards aspire to camouflage each and every parent as just another teen. 

An eye glasses holder

An eye glasses holder
Uncommon Goods

Eye Glasses Holder, $18

Especially if dad is somehow always losing his glasses, a fun holder is a nice way to liven up his desk area.

A mug that delivers just enough Star Wars and just enough sentimentality

A mug that delivers just enough Star Wars and just enough sentimentality
Etsy

Worlds Greatest Dad Star Wars Mug, from $15

Whether you're indulging in your old man's love for Star Wars or just getting the point across in a lighthearted way, you can be sure he'll love picking this mug over all the others in his cabinet.

A book of jokes that might make him feel better about his own "dad jokes" or just give him more ideas

A book of jokes that might make him feel better about his own "dad jokes" or just give him more ideas
Amazon

Dad Jokes: Terribly Good Dad Jokes (Volume 1), $4.58

For more callous dad humor, you might look at the unapologetic "Sh*t My Dad Says".

Breakfast themed socks

Breakfast themed socks
Etsy

Bacon and Egg Socks, $13

Whether he does or doesn't wear his heart on his sleeve, why not let him wear breakfast on his socks?

Ceramic takeout-inspired dishes

Ceramic takeout-inspired dishes
Uncommon Goods

Take Out Bowls, Set of 2, $44.99

Perfect for all the times he feels like dressing up takeout as a bonafide meal.

A cookbook that is one long "ode to the Southern breakfast"

A cookbook that is one long "ode to the Southern breakfast"
Amazon

Big Bad Breakfast: The Most Important Book of the Day, $20.40

This is basically the how-to book for every mouth-watering Southern breakfast dad might ever want, and he'll probably have a lot of fun making his way through each one.

A customized saint candle

A customized saint candle
Etsy

The Brooder Custom Prayer Candle, $25

Yes, finally a way to express to dad just how miraculous you find him to be. Whether he's fixing your garbage disposal because it's making a weird sound or he always knows the right things to say, a saint candle with his face on it is one reminder that he's pretty great in your eyes.

Dinosaur planters

Dinosaur planters
Etsy

Dinosaur Planter, $18

He might be too old to get away with playing with these seriously, but they're great incentive for watering the plants.

"Game of Thrones" Monopoly

"Game of Thrones" Monopoly
Amazon

Monopoly: Game of Thrones Collector's Edition Board Game, $35.48

Use this to give a nod to his "Game of Thrones" obsession and institute a family game night.

A card that shows you appreciate his dad humor

A card that shows you appreciate his dad humor
Etsy

Dad Jokes Card, $3.88

If your dad is the funniest guy you know, he probably knows it. Even if he isn't, he probably thinks it.

A matching T-shirt set for dad and baby

A matching T-shirt set for dad and baby
Etsy

Papa Bear and Baby Bear Matching Set, $52-$54

Especially for new Papa Bears, this is just as fun as it is adorable.

A hilarious card game

A hilarious card game
Amazon
If dad loves to laugh, he should probably own a personal Cards Against Humanity set. Bring it over with some of his favorite snacks for a memorable Father's Day he'll enjoy every minute of.

A punny BBQ apron for the grillmaster

A punny BBQ apron for the grillmaster
Etsy

The Grillfather BBQ Apron, $19.22

For an avid The Godfather fan or just a humble grill-master with dreams of making the perfect steak, dad will have fun wearing this around knowing you got it for him.

"Star Wars" novelty posters

"Star Wars" novelty posters
Etsy

Star Wars Movie Lover Gift, $35.70

If Dad loves Star Wars and might appreciate a faintly artistic approach to some new decorations for his man cave, he'll probably love these.

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