The Best Gift Ideas for Dads
We're sharing the best gift ideas for dads, with tried and true favorites recommended by our community of parents!
For new fathers and perennial dads-of-the-year, it can be hard to come up with the best gifts for dads that you know will be used and enjoyed. Especially when it seems like he already has everything he needs!
What are your favorite fun and unique gifts for dads? Scroll down to vote for the best ones and add your picks to the list!
As an Amazon Associate, Upparent may earn commission from qualifying purchases from Amazon.com.
First Time Dad Beer Bottle Labels
Erin P.: These are a fun gift idea for dads with a new baby at home. Labels all say things like , "this one is for the sleepless nights" or "this one is for the dirty diapers". Purchase these labels from Etsy and then affix them to Dad's favorite beer. The labels are weatherproof, and after removing the bottle's original label, all you have to do is peel and stick!
Weber iGrill 3 Thermometer
Grilling to perfection couldn't be easier than with the Weber iGrill! Dad can step away from the grill and enjoy the party by tracking meat temperature and "doneness" from the Weber iGrill app on his smartphone.
Hydro Flask Rocks Glass
Kelly R: Hydro Flask's awesome drink containers make great gift ideas for dads, no matter what his preferred beverage happens to be. In addition to their traditional water bottles, they also offer tumblers, rocks glasses and growlers that will keep his favorite drink cold (or hot) for hours.
Dad's Playbook: Wisdom for Fathers from the Greatest Coaches of All Time
Erin P.: This book by Tom Limbert contains quotes from some of the world's most famous coaches, with all of the quotes applying to fatherhood in some way. You'll see quotes from Pat Riley, Connie Mack, Ara Parseghian, Don Shula and Lou Holtz! This is a great gift for the dad who loves to read!
WeatherTech Custom Car Floor Mats
Tim Ponisciak: This is the perfect gift for the car loving dad. Get him these floor mats which are custom made to fit the exact dimensions of your car. This way he doesn't have to worry about junior dripping ice cream all over the place!
Saddleback Leather Wallet
Kelly R: This isn't just any wallet. It may be the last wallet he ever needs. The quality is so good that it comes with a 100 year warranty.
Echo Dot
Yoli B: Amazon Echo is a hands-free speaker you control with your voice to play music, news, sports, and entertainment. The speaker is also connected to your Amazon account, so if you are running low on your favorite diapers just tell Alexa! The system connects to your calendar to remind you of future appointments and timers will remind you when to pick up kids from school! The Echo is part assistant/part speaker and a fun tool to have in your home!
Man Crates
What's "manlier" than a gift that arrives in a wooden crate and requires tools to open? Depending on dad's interests, Man Crates has plenty of gift ideas for dads in a variety of themes including grilling, golfing, tacos and many more!
eCreamery Completely Custom Flavors
Tracy Snyder Molina: What dad wouldn't love his own custom-made ice cream? Dads can choose a base - gelato, sorbet or ice cream, a flavor (like chocolate cake or sea salt caramel) and up to three mix-ins such as dark chocolate chips, cappuccino crunch or praline pecans. Finally, he'll choose a packaging style and name his custom creation. Other non-custom best-selling collections are available.
SoundBot Shower Speaker
Gina I.: Dads will love this waterproof shower speaker because it's easy to operate, holds a battery charge for 6 hours, and allows him to listen to his favorite tunes even when he's in the shower....who wouldn't love that?!
It has clear sound quality, and you can skip songs, adjust the volume and even answer calls all with the touch of a button.
Man vs. Child: One Dad's Guide to the Weirdness of Parenting
Brigitte Nohra Miller: This book written by comedian Doug Moe tackles parenthood in such a funny way! The author turns challenging parenting situations (tantrums and more) into laugh-out-loud moments. A terrific gift for all dads!
Moscow Mule Copper Mug
Kelly R: We love Moscow Mules, and I gave my husband these modern mugs from Crate & Barrel as a gift. They're attractive, but since they are stainless steel, they don't require any of the maintenance that traditional copper mugs do.
America the Beautiful Annual Pass
Kelly R: For the dad who already has enough stuff, give the gift of a year of family adventures. The National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass allows one year of family access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. It covers entrance or standard amenity fees at National Parks, National Wildlife Refuges, National Forests, National Grasslands, and more.
Double Dish Pistachio Bowl
Gina I.: What do you get that hard-to-shop for dad or grandpa? This pistachio bowl! Top section holds your pistachios (or olives, edamame, peanuts, etc.) and you can deposit the shells in the dish below. Makes for easy snack time and easy clean up.
NASCAR Racing Experience
Vanessa M.: If you live near a NASCAR Racing Experience, Dad could be in for a real treat! Dad can get behind the wheel of a real NASCAR race car to drive around the track by himself. He will have training and instructions beforehand, meet with a chief and crew, and talk over 2-way radio with his personal driving instructor as he rounds the track. Ride-alongs are also an option for Dad to ride shotgun in a real NASCAR race car. A variety of packages and options are offered.
Primary photo: Juliane Liebermann on Unsplash
Upparent collects community-submitted recommendations and reviews, and any ideas that are shared reflect the opinions of individual contributors.