It can be tough to find a special gift for dad for Father’s Day, since dads are not always the greatest at telling us what they want or need. But after talking to a bunch of fathers we know, a few themes stood out.
To start, dads are super sentimental about their families, even if they don’t always admit it. They love doing things with family members, sharing experiences and making memories, whether it’s eating out at a restaurant on Father’s Day or training for a 5K together. One father said he’d love it if his kid got him their favorite book so he could read it and they could talk about it together afterwards. Quite a few others said they loved art made by their kids to hang on the wall or receiving games they can play with the whole family.
So for dads, stepdads, grandfathers, husbands and the other special father figures, below are ideas for Father’s Day gifts that are affordable and fun. No matter whether dad is into tech, food, fashion or the great outdoors, RetailMeNot has ideas for you, all under $50.
What Dad will get: Help Dad unlock his creativity this Father’s Day with a LEGO set he can build! This 325-piece set features a buildable Lucky Bamboo plant with a vase and stand.
Why Dad will love it: LEGO builds are a relaxing way for Dad to unwind, plus this will display well on his desk. Bonus: no watering or pesky plant upkeep.
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Price: $29.99 at LEGO.com
What Dad will get: This snazzy low profile 59FIFTY fitted cap has the Chicago White Sox team logo embroidered on the front. This is a fitted cap rather than adjustable for a sporty fit. It’s part of a series of retro caps from beloved teams and is officially licensed by MLB Shop
Why Dad will love it: These vintage styles allow him to celebrate his fandom in style.
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Price: $35.99 with code SINGLE (orig. $47.99) at MLB Shop
What Dad will get: Order dad a pair of socks, printed in the U.S., with their dog’s, cat’s, kid’s or their own face on them. Face Socks lets you choose to have a single face or up to four, so no one is left out, and the sock background is also customizable, so you can pick from ones that say “#1 Dad” or stick to solid colors or patterns.
Why Dad will love it: This idea comes via my friend Patty whose husband has to dress in a suit for work every day, so he enjoys fun accessories from his family — think cufflinks or ties or in this case, socks — that are personalized and playful.
Price: $19.95 (orig. $57.95) at FaceSocks.com
What Dad will get: Fishing is huge in Dadworld. Buy him the gear he needs to win the style game: a cozy navy hoodie featuring his favorite leisure activity.
Why Dad will love it: Let him feel proud that he is loved as a dad in the family with this practical weekend look.
Price: $28.99 at Walmart.com
What Dad will get: I got one of these simple, small Buddha boards and everyone in my household enjoyed taking a turn with it. Board and brush are included, but instead of paint, you use water to draw, doodle and generally de-stress.
Why Dad will love it: This paint-free, mess-free, water-only way to be creative and engage in a relaxing activity is a wonderful gift for a home or office desk.
Price: $17.95 at Amazon.com
What Dad will get: This Environmental Working Group-verified shave cream is made with nourishing, natural and soothing ingredients like cucumber extract, bisabolol, aloe and glycerin for a close, smooth, irritation-free shave.
Why Dad will love it: He’ll get a little dose of pampering for his skin while taking care of the not-that-thrilling task of shaving. And though this is pricier than a typical drugstore shaving cream, you only need a bit each time, so it will last for a while.
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Price: $36 at Jackfir.com
What Dad will get: For hanging out and working out, get him a lightweight, layerable nylon/polyester pullover from Gymshark. It’s a British-based brand known for athleticwear that focuses on fit, performance and style. The top comes in five different solid shades, including the cherry brown shown, in sizes XS to XXL.
Why Dad will love it: Because everyone can use stylish and comfortable casual wear.
Price: $44 at Gymshark.com
What Dad will get: You don’t need matches or kindling to start a fire if you have Pull Start Fire. Just add wood and pull the string on this for an instant fire that lasts for 30 minutes. It’s windproof, rainproof, and even lights wet wood. They’re easy to take along on a hike or camping trip because they’re small and lightweight (each one only weighs four ounces).
Why Dad will love it: For dads who spend time in the great outdoors, Pull Start Fire is a helpful assistant for warming up or cooking.
Price: $17.99 (orig. $19.99) at Amazon.com
What Dad will get: Pick up one, two or all three of these well-reviewed books for Dad’s collection — and ask him to share them with you when he’s done so you can bond over them. “The Wager” is the latest from the author of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” a dramatic nonfiction account of a shipwreck and its aftermath. You may be familiar with author Matthew Quirk from his book “The Night Agent” (subsequently made into a Netflix series). Here, in “Inside Threat,” he delivers a gripping thriller about a threat against the President of the United States and the Secret Service agent who must protect him at all costs. Finally, Hua Hsu’s memoir, which just won the Pulitzer Prize, is a moving coming-of-age story about friendship and grief.
Why Dad will love it: What’s not to love about well-written, page-turning stories by masterful authors at the top of their respective games?
Prices:
“The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder” – $15.73 (orig. $30) at Amazon.com
“Inside Threat” – $12.59 at Amazon.com
“Stay True: A Memoir” – $13.77 (orig. $27) at Amazon.com
What Dad will get: Get him a bottle of Tennessee-based, award-winning Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. The spirit was inspired by the first African-American master distiller on record in the US, Nearest Green, who was actually Jack Daniel’s mentor.
Why Dad will love it: Delicious-tasting and with a fascinating background, to boot. So if Dad’s a whiskey and history buff, send him the link to this short documentary about Nearest Green’s legacy, narrated by Jeffrey Wright.
Price: $39.99 (orig. $49.99) at Thebarreltap.com
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