Father's Day is the perfect time to celebrate dad and all he does for you. And these Father's Day gift ideas are the best way to do just that.
Let's face it, because the date changes every year, we often get to June and start searching 'when is Father's Day?', panicking that we've left it too late to get a great gift.
Rather than wandering aimlessly around a shop or two wondering what to get your dad (or partner, if your kids are too young to go shopping for themselves), and reaching for the typical gift set or novelty bottle opener, you've come to the right place.
The good thing is that these gifts will work brilliantly whether you're reading this a month before Father's Day or a week before Father's Day, and maybe even two days before (thank you next-day delivery!).
Whether you're coming to us as the partner of a first-time father or the son or daughter of an older dad, we've got the best Father's Day gifts to ensure he has a brilliant day.
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Best Father's Day gifts for a first-time father
or father-to-be
Whether your husband or partner is having his first Father's Day, or you're still pregnant and want to commemorate the journey you're about to embark on, these gifts are perfect for first-time fathers and expectant fathers.
That's right, we're shamelessly putting our own book first. You're Going to be a Dad is a comprehensive week-by-week guide to pregnancy for new dads, conveying the ups and downs of pregnancy from an expectant father's perspective.
It addresses the real challenges that new dads and dads-to-be go through, and provides the answers at every step of the way - from conception and early scans, being ready for the delivery room and birth, and navigating life across the first full year with your baby.
That's right, we're shamelessly putting our own book second. Telling dumb dad jokes is a core part of what it means to be a dad, so A Dad Joke A Day is perhaps the best gift you could possibly get for Father's Day.
It's got over 365 of the best, most exceedingly cringeworthy dad jokes for kids. Plenty of fun!
This award-winning range of journals from From You to Me helps parents tell their own story to their children. All the fascinating stories from where they grew up and what they wanted to be when they grew up, to how their parents met and how they felt when they found out they were going to have a baby.
It makes not only a wonderful gift for a first Father's Day, but it's a gift dads can return to their children when it's completed.
Modern dads want to take a more active role in the upbringing of their children than ever before. They no longer shirk responsibilities like changing nappies (or diapers, for our friends across the pond). In fact, they embrace the chance to change their baby. Unfortunately, too many changing bags are designed purely with mothers in mind.
Thankfully, we've got a list of the best diaper bags for dads for you to pick from.
Just like the changing bag, dads are loving carrying their babies.
The ability to carry his own baby and hold him close, promoting bonding between father and child, is just the best gift you could possibly get.
Check out our list of the best baby carriers for dads.
The 5 best Father's Day gifts for the foodie dad
Whether it's eating it or making it, loads of dads love food and drink. From extravagant BBQs to a six pack of his favourite beer, these are some of our favourite food and drink Father's Day gifts.
Nestled near the coast of Pembrokeshire of West Wales is a small, independent chilli farm growing and making some of the very best hot sauce and chilli products. This 3-pack combines the company's three best-sellers, Reapers Creepers, Scorpion's Bite, and Ghost Tears.
Ghost Tears - A sweet heat with a spicy kick, perfect for chicken, pork or a kebab. Probably the best option for adventure seekers.
Scorpion's Bite - Described as a 'versatile' sauce by the company, they recommend a dollop to enhance the heat of burritos, enchiladas and chilli con carne.
Reapers Creepers - The hottest of the lot, it's best for your favourite Indian dish, full of flavour with hints of sweetness and garlic. They describe the heat as "creeping" and "blistering".
Pembrokeshire Chilli Farm also offers a personalised label service, making it even more of a Father's Day gift idea. However, this isn't available on the 3-pack.
Some of our dads tried out the three fiery flavours, and couldn't have loved them more.
Aasha Anam, who tried the sauces with her step-dad who is 'The Hot Sauce King' to those who know him, said they finished a whole bottle in three days! They described Reapers Creepers as a "real tongue-burner" that goes brilliantly with curries and high-flavour foods. And he's already placed an order for more!
Pritesh Patel used his sauces with Mexican chilli, nachos, sandwiches, wraps and eggs, and said there was a "clear understanding that [these were] bringing pure fire", which is just about the biggest compliment someone can pay a hot sauce company.
This spice grinder from FinaMill is an award-winning product, making it the perfect gift for a dad who loves to cook and experiment with different flavours. The battery-operated grinder makes life so much easier in the kitchen, with its powerful and reliable motor, adjustable grind size and one-click pick-up. There's a brilliant range of colours, too, meaning you'll probably be able to find your dad's favourite colour.
DaddiLife founder, Han-Son Lee, tried this out with his son. He said:
"I love cooking with my son, and I got him to use it a few times whenever we need to add spices. He loves using it, perhaps a little too much! It's a great gadget for the kitchen and definitely encourages meal times in a different way with the kids."
This product from VonHaus combines two of my favourite things - pizza and BBQ. And I was lucky enough to try it out (when the British spring finally turned up!).
At £50 (roughly $62), I couldn't be more pleased with it. It's a great mid-range pizza oven offering excellent quality without the market leaders. It's really easy to use, looks great and is easy to clean. The best thing was getting our pizzas cooked in about 90 seconds, and the kids loved making their own pizzas from scratch. It works with gas and coal BBQs, and can even cook the usual BBQ repertoire, if there's not enough space left on the grill.
Unfortunately, I did get a little caught up in the excitement of actually being able to have a BBQ and try to pizza oven after approximately 73,000 consecutive days of rain, so I did forget to take photos...
I know what you're thinking. 'I'll just get some whisky from the local supermarket!'. But this is Father's Day, and your dad deserves the best Father's Day gifts. Something a little extra special. And that's exactly what Speyburn is.
Speyburn has been distilling whisky for generations - since 1897, in fact - in the world renowned Speyside region of Scotland. Despite the many advances in technology and alcohol production in that time, Speyburn still utilises many of the traditions used by whisky merchant John Hopkins when he distilled the very first barrel to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.
Teppanyaki is a style of Japanese food cooked using a flat, iron griddle. Along with the VonHaus Grill Top Pizza Oven, I also had the chance to try out the VonHaus Electric Teppanyaki Grill.
Just like the Pizza Oven, it's a really great mid-market option. It looks good, performs well, and is easy to clean, but there's not a huge price tag. I'll admit, I haven't cooked much (any) Japanese food on there yet, but everything I have cooked has been great. It cooks quicker that our regular oven grill and leaves a richer flavour. Plus, thanks to the oil tray, you can scrape away that nasty oil away from the food. You also get eight wooden spatulas with it, too, which is a nice touch!
I did notice the smart metre shoot up while it was on, but I guess it's offset by the oven grill being on for longer...!
5 best gift ideas for a dad who loves tech
We all know that dads love their tech and love their gadgets. So here are some of the best gift ideas for dads from the world of tech.
If your dad's in need of some a new pair of headphone, you can't go wrong with the Edifier W500 Wireless On-Ear Headphones. As someone who had made their wired in-ear headphones last as long as humanly possible, it was time to join 2024 and get some wireless ones.
Considering they cost just £20, the sound quality is great and the battery life is excellent (up to 40 hours!). The range is also very impressive - countless times I've popped to the loo at the office while the headphones are still connected to my laptop. Through the Edifier app, you can also customise your equaliser balance, which is a really cool touch. They're comfortable for long usage, they drown out outside noise while keeping my music for my ears, they fold up neatly.
The only downside is that they're not brilliant for running - you do get that rhythmic warping of the sound with every step.
Okay, the STM Goods Backpack isn't a tech product itself, but it is a fantastic bag to help your dad transport his tech around with him.
STM Goods describes it as "the collapsable backpack with airbag protection". It collapses and folds so small that it'll fit comfortably in your own trouser pocket, but there's an inflatable sleeve designed to keep your laptop safe. The durable nylon material makes it featherlight to carry around, but there's also plenty of space despite it's compact size. It's also fully waterproof.
Han-Son has been testing this one out. He said:
"It's sturdy yet flexible and a great balance of compact size and function. I've been on a couple of day trips with my son and it works really well. There's a number of compartment inside, offering even more flexibility. The outside water bottle pocket is really useful. I've also taken it to the gym and it doesn't struggle to hold my stuff, and fits in the locker a lot easier than a holdall!"
Plenty of guys fall out of their fitness routine and/or pile on a few pounds after they become a dad. So, if wants to start exercising again, a running watch might be exactly what he needs to help him on his journey, whether it's running, walking, cycling, swimming or any type of activity frankly.
The Garmin Forerunner 55 is recognised by Runner's World as one of best cheap running watches on the market. Along with the usual features you'd expect, like step counters, heart rate monitors, activity tracking and so on, it also has daily suggested workouts, adaptive training plans, decent battery life and is water resistant.
First-time parents are usually warmed that they won't enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee for at least six months after their baby is born.
So, the Ikago Smart Mug Warmer might just be the best gift you could possibly get for a first-time father. More than just a heated coaster, Ikago uses infrared technology to measure and adjust the temperature of the drink itself. You can set the exact temperature and it'll remember the settings, so he'll always get his perfect hot drink.
Han-Son has been using this over the past few weeks:
"There's nothing that frustrates me more than a cup of tea of coffee going cold. It bugged me when I was a young dad, and it bugs me 10 years later. And so I was really intrigued to try this. It feels like an experience. You control the temperature gauge smoothly and it just works to get it to just the right temperature. I've tried it on a couple of hot drinks and it's worked every time.
This is a really great gift for dads who love their gadgets and are really busy."
If your dad is always losing his wallet, get him an Air Tag Wallet. The aluminium plated 'money clip' can hold up to 12 cards which are kept in place by a strong elasticated band, and easily accessed through the C-shape cut out. The most important feature, however, is the integrated Apple Air Tag* slot, which means he'll always be able to find his wallet.
*Air Tag not included.
Father's Day gifts for his man cave
The concept of a man cave is coming back. Previously seen as quite childish or mysognistic, the man cave is now an important place of solace for dads when they're in need of some 'me time'.
Here are some of our best gift ideas for your dad's man cave.
Every man cave needs some art on the wall, and the choices from By Kerwin Art are something special. Described as “Pop culture in a chaotic Jackson Pollock style", Kerwin focuses much of his work on some of music's biggest icons in a bright, vibrant way.
If your budget is on the larger side, you can purchase the original painting of your dad's favourite rather than the more budget-friendly printed version of said painting. Kerwin does also accept commissions, so if your dad's favourite artist isn't already listed, you'll still be able to get him the best gift possible.
To learn more about Kerwin's creative process, click here.
Vinyl has had a huge resurgence over the past decade, and no matter whether your dad needs an upgrade on his old record player or it's a first ever one for a younger dad, this 6-in-1 record player and multimedia centre is the ultimate choice.
The design gives a distinctly vintage feel, but it's got all the bells and whistles of modern music. The main feature is, of course, the three-speed record player, but it can also play CDs and even cassette tapes! It's got Bluetooth connectivity so you can still stream from Spotify or similar. It also has FM radio with an old school analogue tuner and can connect to external speakers.
If your dad has already got a record player, he'll love a display stand. This isn't vinyl storage - it's more a way to display what he's listening to at the time. So, your dad can kick back for an afternoon in the house, put on his favourite album (maybe on the Victrola 6-in-1 Record Player and Multimedia Centre...!), and admire the cover art.
If your dad's man cave is sports-dad, a signed jersey or piece of memorabilia of his favourite team is the best gift you could think of. Maybe his favourite jersey, his favourite player, or even the jersey from the year he became a dad. Whatever it is, it will be a special gift he'll hold close to his heart and give pride of place in the man cave.
If you've got the budget, you could go for an original console. If not, manufacturers are creating mini-consoles pre-loaded with hundreds (and often thousands) of retro games from different generations of consoles and handheld devices.
In fact, you could probably get a whole load of Father's Day gift ideas from our list of man cave gift ideas!
5 best Father's Day gifts for a dad who loves
the great outdoors
Another (true) stereotype of dads is that we love to take care of the backyard or the garden. Think about it, it's always the dad in films and TV programmes bellowing at the kids to 'KEEP OFF THE GRASS!' as they rush out of the house. Whether it's gardening, camping, or outdoor activities you dad is into, he'll love these Father's Day gift ideas.
Perfect for the dad who spends plenty of time agonising over the quality of his lawn, the Qwickhose Starter Set makes watering the backyard grass and flowers easier than ever before. One of the biggest bugbears of any gardener is a hose attachment that'll pop off the moment experiences even the slightest bit of pressure. Well, the Qwickhose Starter Set offers a selection of "hose connectors that won't pop off", including the Original Hose Connector, Nozzle Spray End, Tap Connector, No-Flow Hose Connector and Wall Mount.
Robin spent some time using this gift idea:
"Hose connectors popping out is one of my biggest garden pet peeves. It drives me crazy. So I was thrilled I got the chance to test out this solution from Qwickhose.
"It really does work - each connector and adapter is remarkably easy to put in place, offering a good spray and good pressure. It's such a basic problem that Qwickhose has solved really well."
This solar power bank could've easily gone in the 'tech' section, but on balance we felt it's a better gift for a dad who loves the outdoor life, rather than a dad who loves tech and gadgets.
A best-seller on Amazon, this has a battery capacity of up to 42800 milliamp hours - that's equivalent to more than 1,500 phone charges. Basically, that's a lot of juice! The durable casing makes it dust, shock and waterproof, and there's two USB ports, meaning you can charge two devices at once.
And if, by some miracle, you do manage to use up all of the stored battery life, you can recharge the power bank itself via the solar panels. It's also got a 2W LED light in case you get a little lost at night.
It's ideal for camping trips, a day trip to the beach or even on holiday so you don't have to worry about travel adapters.
If there's plenty of wildlife in the backyard or your dad is curious about what is eating his flowers, a wildlife camera is the perfect way to get a fantastic view of exactly what's going on out there.
One of the top performing wildlife cameras on Amazon, the GardePro A3 uses a Sony Starvis image sensor for brilliantly clear footage even in low-light. It can detect movement up to 100ft away and will trigger in just 0.1 seconds, reducing the risk of 'blink and you'll miss it' moments. It records video in 1080p HD and captures photos in 32MP - it also automatically compresses footage to save on storage capacity while maintaining image quality. And there's audio recording, too.
*Batteries and SD card not included
I know what you're thinking. 'Surely all cameras are outdoor cameras!'. What we mean is that the Kodak PIXPRO WPZ2 is designed for all-weather adventurers.
If your dad is into water sports or hammering rain isn't enough to stop him going out on a hike, it could be the perfect gift. It's a simple 'point and shoot' 16MP camera with 4x optical zoom and 1080p HD video recording. Most importantly, though, it's waterproof up to 15m and shockproof from drops of up to 2m - so it'll be safe and sound, even if your dad drops it on a rocky path!
Whether it's hiking, skiing, rock climbing or any other type of outdoor adventure activity, a personalised journal is a great way of encouraging dad to really absorb everything about his adventures. An adventure journal is something he'll love to look back on in years to come, and it could be something that inspires the children to follow in his footsteps!
Father's Day gifts to help dad chill out
We all need help to relax. And dads are no different, especially in the age of modern fatherhood. We're more actively engaged with the day-to-day upbringing of our children and managing the household than ever before, and we can sometimes feel like we have to keep going - always doing something for someone, never resting.
So it can be hard for a guy to relax, even more so to admit he needs help relaxing.
Sleep quality is a big thing, right now. There's a focus not on how much sleep we're getting, but how good that sleep is. And that's especially important for dads. Your dad needs all the good quality sleep he can get. And that's exactly why he'll love the Mavogel Sleep Mask.
The combination of the cotton material and sponge means it's super comfortable to wear with minimum pressure on the eyes. It's also designed to provide extra cover at the nose and side of the eyes to prevent light from coming in - one of the big downfalls of most sleep masks.
Robin also tested this one:
"I need all the help I can get with sleep. And after trying several 'basic' sleep masks, I've been crying out for something a bit more 'clever'. It's super comfortable and blocks out maybe 90% of the light. It's definitely helped my sleep, and strangely, my son has been sleeping love since I've been using it - maybe it's got magical powers that help your kids sleep, too!"
The Copenhagen Company is a family-run business that has been supplying luxury home fragrances since 1999, promoting the Danish concept of 'hygge'.
I'll admit, I loved the ironic humour of a fragrance called 'Enjoy the Silence' as a parent. Medium candles have an ample burn time of 40 hours, and the fragrance itself is quite musky, carrying top notes of bergamot, bitter orange, pink pepper and cassis.
Han-Son said:
"I pop this in the kitchen to help with the ambience and post-washing smells after my son has gone to bed. Everything from the packaging to the lid to the smell is really nice. It emits a really warming light and lovely smell, providing an extra touch of calm balance."
28. Massage Gun
Sometimes we need a massage to help us relax, but haven't got the time to see a massage therapist regularly. That's where a massage gun comes in, helping dad to relax by alleviating muscle pain and tiredness. This particular one has 10 different massage heads and can penetrate up to 12mm below the surface of the skin up to 3,200rpm.
Wake-up lights works by gradually introducing a soft, warm light in a room to help you wake up more naturally, rather than the stark, harsh wake an alarm brings. The Philips SmartSleep (HF3520) is one of the best options on the market, offering both sunrise and sunset options - helping for a more gradual and natural nighttime and morning. It does have an audible alarm, five natural wake-up sounds and an FM radio. The light itself is diffused really well, so you don't have a bright light blinding you first thing in the morning.
An independent company from Derbyshire, The Little Peace Company has got the perfect gift set to help dads relax. You get a hand-poured soy wax candle offering woody aromas (and a 30hr burn time) carrying the message 'Dad: You're one in a million' and a choice of either Himalayan bath salts that aid recovery, or an aromatherapy body oil*.
What's more, you can choose a pre-selected 'Happy Father's Day' gift tag!
*Aromatherapy body oil carries extra charge
Best Father's Day gifts to help dad
spend time with the kids
Is there anything more wholesome than Father's Day gifts that encourage or help a dad to spend even more quality time with his children than he already does?!
There is nothing in this world that can’t be solved by throwing a dart at something. Unfortunately, that can lead to a few mishaps when there are small children (or pets) around.
The solution seems to be this magnetic dartboard from Mission. Not only is it a decent (actual) size, it comes with a number of magnetic additions, offer six alternative ways of playing - and offering a different level of fun!
Robin has been spending loads of time playing this with his 4-year old son. He said:
"It's great to play darts in a fun, exciting way that offers new challenges. Above all, it's mean that we've had something new and fun to do together.
"I was skeptical of how well the magnets would work, but overall they're really good. Of course, it is harder than a real dart board, but it does a pretty good job!"
32. LEGO
There's been a surge in adults building LEGO sets in recent years, and it makes for an excellent parent-child activity. It's just the two of you, working together in close proximity to build something, having long conversations. And you get a really cool build at the end of it. Plus, in the weeks, months and years to come, you can both look at it and think 'we built that together'.
Check out our list of the 20 biggest LEGO sets ever made!
These personalised activity tokens are a great gift to help dads spend more time with their children. No one ever wants to hear the cry of 'Daaaaaaaaaaad, I'm boooooooooooored!' - but at least dad will be armed with these boredom busting activity tokens. There's 15 tokens, with the option to include some blank ones as well so you can add your own ideas to the mix.
The Adventure Challenge: Family Edition is a great way of finding inspiration for new activities, spending time together, and capturing special memories.
Designed to families with children aged 4-15, it's packed full of 'scratch-off' activities complete with an estimated budget, how long it should take and the best time of day to do it. Next to each scratch off square is a space for a photo and a few lines to capture the best moments of the activity.
Father's Day falls in summer which is when tennis fever is at its highest. The French Open has just finished and Wimbledon is on the horizon, and it's always tough to get a spot on the local courts. If your dad is in need of an upgraded racket, or perhaps he hasn't got one at all, it's a great way of prompting hours of summer fun as a family.
The best Father's Day gifts your dad will love to wear
Clothing has been a staple Father's Day gift for decades, usually in the form of novelty 'Best Dad' socks or pyjamas. In recent years, people seem to have shifted their Father's Day shopping habits away from that type of clothing, but there are still some really cool options for you to consider.
Let's face it, socks are a fairly cliched Father's Day gift. But, there is a way of making a pair of socks a great gift once again. Enter Stand4Socks! Stand4Socks is a business that operates on a 'Buy One, Give One' business model. You buy a pair of socks, they donate a pair to vulnerable people (namely homeless shelters).
So, you'll be able to buy a great gift for your dad that'll also do some good. Stand4Socks has a huge range, from fun designs to hobbies and places.
If your dad is bit of a rad dad, then a t-shirt or sweatshirt from the Rad Dads range at Black & Beech is perfect.
Their gear acknowledges the realities of life as a dad, but also that you don't have to stop being cool just because you're a dad. From a dad cup of coffee pushing a stroller to a rocking dad spinning the decks with his kid in his arms, it definitely gives huge skater-punk vibes!
If Bluey is as loved in your house as it is in ours, he'll love this Bandit hoodie. Bandit has established himself as an inspiration for so many dads around the world, for real life. The hoodie itself is made with 100% organic cotton and is made in a factory powered entirely by renewable energy.
There's also a t-shirt version of the same design and plenty of other cool choices from the world of Bluey.
Man Cub offers a luxury matching clothing range for fathers and sons (and the odd item for daughters, too) up to six years old. From basic tees to extravagant floral swimwear, Man Cub has got it covered and can set you up for plenty of adorable photos.
We were so impressed by Kerwin's work that we decided to include it twice!
By Kerwin also produces a range of clothing and merchandise using print of his original paintings - t-shirts, sweatshirts, cushions, coasters, mugs, and even flip flops!
Having loved his Manchester Bee print, Han-Son also opted for a t-shirt:
"As a huge fan, I got the Stevie Wonder t-shirt. The print itself is just very, very cool and the t-shirt is super comfortable. For a music-loving dad who could use a level up in the fashion stakes, this would make a great gift!"
