Father's Day Gift Ideas

Father's Day is a good excuse to upgrade the tools of his weekend: the grill, the garden, the bike, or simply to spend a day doing his favourite thing with him.

12 ideas to start from

Vinyl record of a meaningful album

The album from your first date, their teenage favourite, or the one they keep mentioning.

$25–50sentimental

Photo book of the year

Gather the year's photos into a printed book; it lives on the coffee table instead of a camera roll.

$25–50sentimental

Framed photo of a shared place

A picture of somewhere that matters to both of you says "I remember" better than any card.

$25–50sentimental

Breakfast in bed plus a handwritten card

Time and effort beat money; especially for Mother's and Father's Day.

Under $20homemade

A day off their chores

Take over the tasks they usually do for a day, and say so in a card.

Under $20homemade

Handwritten gratitude list

Write out specific things you appreciate about them; many people keep it for years.

Under $20homemade

Digital photo frame preloaded with family photos

Grandparents especially love a frame that the family can keep adding new pictures to.

$50–100sentimental

Coupon book of favours

Handmade coupons for a breakfast in bed, a movie of their choice or a car wash; cheap and personal.

Under $20homemade

Pizza stone or steel

Crispier homemade pizza in an ordinary oven; pair it with a pizza cutter or peel.

$25–50fun

Tool kit or multitool

A compact set for small home fixes; first flats and new homeowners use it constantly.

$25–50practical

Good chef's knife

The single kitchen upgrade most home cooks put off; a sharp, well-balanced knife changes daily prep.

$50–100practical

Quality pruning shears

Gardeners use them every weekend; a sharp, comfortable pair is a luxury they rarely buy for themselves.

$25–50practical

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Tips for choosing

  • Upgrade the gear of a hobby he already has.
  • A day out together (match, fishing, hike) is often the real gift.
  • Kids can make coupon books or a card with a list of reasons.

New to this? Our guide to choosing a gift explains why recipients and givers judge gifts differently.

Questions

What do dads really want for Father's Day?

Many say time: a relaxed day, a shared activity or a meal they don't cook. Small upgrades to hobby gear are also popular.

What is a good Father's Day gift from kids?

A handmade card, a coupon book, a framed drawing or breakfast they helped make.