Where to start with buying gifts for dads? How does one pick something just right for man who raised you? Do you take a page from his book and buy him a joke gift that has absolutely no purpose besides a good laugh? Maybe take the more serious route and buy him cufflinks like last year? Or just turn to ol’ reliable: grilling and golfing essentials? No matter the angle you land on, look no further, because we’ve rounded up the best gifts for dads to give this holiday season. Use these gifts for the perfect end-of-year thank you for all the times you’ve called him to ask how to fix your broken dishwasher and how to do an oil change.
If you can’t get enough of these to-die-for finds, be sure to shop our entire holiday gift guide for presents that are perfect for everyone on your list.
Uncommon Goods
These wood handle baskets make grilling and flipping the perfect kabob easy AF.
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Patagonia
An EveryDad favorite: This pullover will keep them warm with a fleece interior but can easily be layered underneath their go-to jacket without feeling bulky.
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Yeti
A must-have tumbler for everyone but especially for any dad who likes to take his coffee on the go or pour a cold and refreshing adult bev on a the weekends.
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OONI
For the dad who lives to barbecue for everyone, take his menu up a notch with this pizza oven, which can be used with gas, charcoal, or wood.
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Amazon | Do Your Gin
DIY your own whiskey flavor with three types of oak and six herbs and spices.
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This heated foot massager is the ultimate luxury and will help him relax after a long day.
Mark & Graham
This set comes with a dozen personalized golf balls and an equal amount of tees and pencils; the perfect gift for an avid golfer.
Cooking Gift Set Co.
For pros and beginners alike, this wood smoking kit will earn dad compliments when he's in charge of dinner.
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Buckle
These lightweight and stress-resistant sunglasses have 100% UV protection, making them perfect for any dad that loves to be outside.
Taster's Club
If your dad is more of a tequila dad than whiskey dad, Tequila of the Month Club is the perfect gift for him.
Levain Bakery
Why choose just one? Any sweets lover will drool over this classic cookie assortment. Choose from four, eight, or 12 cookies.
Yeti
Whether dad is outdoorsy or loves to tailgate, this high-tech cooler bag will help him keep food and drinks cold and fresh effortlessly.
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Bloomingdales
A hard-working dad definitely needs this level of luxury. It warms towels up to 120 degrees within 18 minutes!
Uncommon Goods
Gift a custom history book of your dad's favorite football team through reprinted coverage from The New York Times.
ETSY | SPEAKEASY ICE MOLDS
Take game day to the next level with ice molds that feature their favorite college logo.
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Therabody
For the dad who always has sore muscles, we introduce this portable, mini version of the Theragun.
Truff
Upgrade dad's hot sauce collection with Truff's best seller lineup including their black truffle hot sauce, white truffle hot sauce, and black truffle oil.
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UNCOMMON GOODS
For a history-loving dad, this custom book is made up of the New York Times front pages of their birth date from each year since they were born.
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THE COLLECTIVE BOUTIQUE
If you can hear your dad saying this in your head (or if he still says it) when asked something, he needs this mug.
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UNCOMMON GOODS
Big baseball guy? A baseball stadium print instantly find its place on the entryway wall.
Free Fly
For the dad who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle in warm temps, this lightweight, sun protective hoodie will be their new favorite thing to wear.
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Courant
This charging station provides ultimate convenience—which we know every dad lives for.
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Amazon
This portable ice maker makes ice in under 10 minutes. It's the perfect addition to an office space, a trip to the campgrounds, or anything in between.
Bevel
A high-quality all-in-one clipper and trimmer will ensure that dad is able to groom his facial hair easily and comfortably.
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Lesmart
Does dad want to improve his short game while hanging out by the pool or in the backyard? This gift is calling his name.
Solo Stove
This fire pit is low smoke, efficient, portable, and long lasting, which makes it the perfect companion from the backyard to the beach.
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Is dad always losing things? This set of bluetooth locators can help him find his wallet, keys, laptop bag, and more when he misplaces them.
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A cookbook for making pizza at home, no matter what kind of oven or equipment dad has.
Rastelli's
Burgers, seafood, pork chops, steak—you name it. This will make any meat lover's mouth water.
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The Nettie Set
There’s nothing like a game of pickleball to add some fun to any beach day, barbeque, or backyard hang-out.
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Igloo
A massive outdoor cooler has "dad" written all over it. This one has wheels, dividers, a drain plug, and a bottle opener—perfect for a backyard party.
ALLBIRDS
Allbird sneakers are a fan favorite for a good reason. They can be worn with anything, are ultra comfy, and are machine washable, so they will stand the test of time no matter how long the dad in your life is on his feet.
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Zazzle
Customize this witty mug in any color combination to gift your dad if he loves golf just as much as he loves you.
MAN CRATES
A set of personalized square whiskey glasses are paired with ice sphere molds, coasters, snacks, and more. What more could a whiskey-drinking dad want?
Bombas
On the list of things dads never buy for themselves but absolutely need are these cushioned ankle socks.
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Amazon
A comfortable luxury floating chair that dad can take from the pool to the lake for well-deserved relaxation.
Sleep Number
If your dad struggles with stress or simply likes to be comfy on the couch while watching TV, this weighted blanket delivers stress-reducing and relaxation benefits.
Amazon
Help dad start a bonfire or grill quickly and easily by gifting him these chemical-free fire starters that are made from wood wool, pine, and steorin.
Lord Titles
Dad can become an official lord, which is just the kind of cheesy thing we think a dad would love.
Uncommon Goods
A Himalayan salt rock for grilling will spice up dad's typical grilling style and taste. Plus, it will earn him compliments from guests.
Stanley
This cooler and bottle set is the most convenient and effective way to take lunch on the go since it ensures nothing gets smooshed and everything stays the right temperature.
Jojo's Sriracha
This award-winning small sriracha brand, wild fermented in Colorado, will seriously impress (and test) dad's tastebuds.
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Eastern Standard Provisions
10/10 chance dad will eat this gift box of soft pretzels while watching sports and drinking a beer.
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If you want to gift something that will get a lot of use, a drill brush attachment for cleaning basically everything in sight is it.
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Whether dad has season tickets to his favorite team or is always at yours and your siblings games, this deluxe stadium chair will keep him comfortable well into overtime.
Misen
A knife set that contains only the essentials, this 3-7 piece set is designed to stay sharp for longer periods of time.
Bespoke Post
Choose from various colors and designs of regulation size cornhole boards to gift to your dad this year.
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Part cookbook and part manifesto, this book combines 75 recipes with intoxicating storytelling, all while celebrating Black food and culture.
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Storyworth
Gift a memory book to dad so he can preserve his stories. You and your siblings will cherish them for decades.
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Raking leaves is tiring work. Make it easier for dad with these leaf scoops that are designed to make outdoor cleaning much faster.
Reserve Bar
Big rum and coke fan? This rum can be enjoyed on the rocks, with a mixer like soda or tonic, or in premium cocktails.
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Bespoke Post
Skip plain old salt. These flavors of espresso, lime, sriracha, black truffle, and more will elevate anything dad cooks.
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Weezie
A pair of shaving towels can help the shaving process for dad feel less like a chore and more like an act of self-care.
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