Here are some semi-traditional and out of the box Father’s Day gift ideas to help you find the perfect gift.
I know we are all struggling this time of the year to try and come up with the perfect gift for Dad. I can remember my Dad telling my Mom when I was a kid, “Don’t get me anything, I already have everything I want or need.”
I personally always love the gifts that my kids and my wife make for me. I love my Fingerprint Tie that Beau made for me, the spare change jar that was given on my 1st Father’s day, and the simple “My Dad is…” card (where you ask questions and they give answers. Notice below that Ethan (4 at the time said my name was Uncle Mickey, because that is what my niece calls me.)
If you are looking for some out-of-the-box gifts (that you aren’t making), these lists should help. They are broken into categories – find which one fits your “Dad”
1) Outdoor Dad
These are all great gift ideas for all the Dads out there that like to spend time out outdoors. Whether it is camping or just firing up the grill for a BBQ. These gifts will keep him prepared at all times
- Backpack for Hiking
- Portable Propane Camp Fire
- i-Grill Bluetooth Thermometer
- MagLite LED Flashlight
- 3 Tray Complete Tackle Box
- Garmin GPS Golf Watch
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!! -14 Piece Stainless Steel Grill set (Great set for your ‘Grill Master’)
2) Kid At Heart Dad
Every Dad is a big kid at heart, and we all love to have fun playing with the kids. Here are some great gifts that will keep that playful side of Dad. The kids will love these as much as the Dad will love them.
- Rawlings Baseball Glove
- Football
- Golf Chipping Target
- Water Guns for the family
- Water Balloon Kit
- Playstation 4 (PS4)
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!!-Indoor/Outdoor Basketball (Mine is 11 years old and the kids love it!)
3) Tech Savvy Dad
My brother is is one that is always keeping up with the new gadgets and gizmos of the technology world. Here are a few of my favorites…
- Ultra HD Smart TV
- GoPro Camera
- Robot Lawn Mower
- Beverage Buggy Remote Control Car
- i-Phone Case with Built In Charger
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!!-BOSE Bluetooth Headphones (I use mine daily!)
4) DIY and Garage Dad
My Dad always used to say, “You can never go wrong with tools!” I personally love getting my hands dirty and making things for the kids and around the home. Here are some great gift ideas of all the Dads that are not afraid to tackle any projects…
- Mechanix Original Work Gloves
- Made by Dad: 67 Blueprints for Making Cool Stuff
- Electric Pressure Washer
- Beer Making Kit
- Car Diagnostic Tool for Phone
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!!-DEWALT Drill and Compact Driver Set (My top tool pick-favorite)
5) Sentimental Dad
When you are looking for something with a little more of the “personal” touch there are a ton of gifts that you can get Dad that more of the keepsake gift. These give that extra little touch that say “I Love you!”
- Photo book (from the year or a special event)
- Personalized Beer Mug
- Personalized NY Times Birthday/Anniversary Book
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!!-Personalized Stainless Steel Coffee Mug (The Grand-Paps love these)
6) Everyday Dad
I have also found some great gifts that will last the whole year with some “monthly” gift programs. I personally love and use several of these.
- Gillette Shave Club
- Beer of the Month Club
- Coffee of the Month Club
- Nespresso Espresso Maker
- Make Your Own Guitar Picks (Can use old credit cards!)
- YOUR MODERN DAD PICK!!-Heated Shave Cream/Gel Dispenser-(Great for ‘everyone’ that shaves in the home!)
7) Adventure Dad
I personally love doing the “Once in a Lifetime” activities. These gifts are great to give Dads that love a good “adventure.” I know many of the Dads in our family have done a lot of these.
- Rent a Boat for the Day at your local lake or Beach (We used to do every year as a kid in PA)
- Book a skydiving jump (My brother-in-law loved this!)
- Zip-Line Adventure (Went a few years ago with my father-in-law and brother-in-law… Awesome!)
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (Several Dads in our family have done this one)
- Driving Experience (Many cities offer a chance to be a race car driver for a day-Richard Petty Driving Experience is one in our area. Other allow you to drive the newest sports cars.)
- White Water Rafting Trip (Great for the whole family and for a “guys weekend” away.)
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I always love those fill-in-the-blanks that kids fill out about their parents for Mother’s or Father’s Day. The answers are always hilarious!
I agree 100%. We always have the kids do these for the Grandparents as well. “How old is PAP?…Too old!” HAHA.