Father's Day Gift Guide

Some guys have it all, some guys give everything they’ve got, and some guys are the reason you’re alive to enjoy all you have. Dads, fathers, stepdads, foster dads, adopted dads, grandpas, favorite uncles, or even just the dad who takes great care of his furry, four-legged babies - they all deserve a clap on the back for everything they do for the young ones who look up to them.  

Every Father’s Day, we set aside that one day a year to celebrate all things fatherhood, to say thanks, spend some time appreciating their company, and maybe even remember to get the perfect gifts for dad. For ideas on a few things to get for Father’s Day, we put together this Father’s Day gift guide to help you (or your kids) make Dad’s day special.

When Is Father’s Day? 

There’s no reason you have to wait until June to bestow gifts, of course, but a national holiday is certainly a handy excuse. Traditionally, Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of June, and is, sadly, a very popular last-minute gift-giving holiday. (It is also the fifth most popular time of year to give someone a greeting card, which is an excellent gift-certificate opportunity.) Whether you plan ahead for things to get for Father’s Day, or if you remember just in time, we’ve got you covered with these Father’s Day gift ideas.

The Best Father’s Day Gifts

There are a few perks to fatherhood, from the bad puns to the free hugs, and in return, they put up with all the same not-so-fun things as Mom does, from cleaning up messes to dispensing impromptu life-advice. So, for Father’s Day this year, how do you show those guardians of Daditude how much you have appreciated their love, guidance, and corny humor throughout the years? 

Thoughtful Gifts for Dad

You know Dad’s a hard worker, around the house or in the office. For a thoughtful, simple Father’s Day gift, set him up with the perfect work-from-home setup, from the computer desk to the office chair. Get him a Delacora Executive Swivel Chair with Built-In Lumbar Support so he can relax a little, whether he’s working on the taxes or letting off steam in gaming-mode. (With the right office organizers, it gets easier to balance with work-mode.)

If Dad spends a lot of his time outside, there are a few ways to make every outdoor project easier. Smart home entry and access hardware can recognize when he’s nearby and unlock automatically, clearing the way for the busy king to enter his castle, without the need for juggling keys first. There are a variety of ways to help him make the best use of his outdoor project spaces with options like cabinets and storage shelves with garage organizers or yard boxes for outdoor organization.

Outdoor Gifts for Dad’s Day

Of course, there’s the backyard BBQ Father’s Day gift ideas, because let’s face it, our favorite Dad-job is the grill master-in-chief. The whole family wins when Dad’s minding the charcoals on the back patio, and a backyard gift is a reliable way to say “Thanks, Dad!” all year round. Some of the best Father’s Day gifts are those he can use to get together with his favorite people.

When it comes to BBQ grills, there are a variety of options, but some of our favorites are the freestanding BBQ grills. They can be incorporated anywhere on the back deck or patio, and store easily with the right BBQ accessories. (Look for the stylish Hestan gas grills to take your gift-giving game up a notch.)

 A quick hot tip: Make sure he’s got a portable ice maker available, either outdoors or for the Man Cave on game days. They’re perfect for keeping sodas and brews cool when he’s minding the grill.

It’s a good idea to help create a backyard he can be proud to share with family and friends. Another Father’s Day gift idea is to refresh the outdoor patio furniture to keep everyone comfortable, all day long, for family potlucks and pool days. 

 For those cooler evenings, year round, there’s the backyard fire pit. The portable Pleasant Hearth Brant Wood Burning Fire Bowl is a great throwback to those days around the campfire, right in Dad’s backyard. (The tent and hammock are optional, but don’t forget the s’mores.)

Tech Gifts for Dad

When you’re looking for the best Father’s Day gifts, a sure winner is going to be new technology. Dads and tech equipment go together like Dads and BBQs. Since he’s the king of gadgets and tech toys, check out the new smart home hubs and bridges, like the Google Home Assistant, to help him start building his perfect Smart Home.

For a simple Father’s Day gift that makes it easy to play with the many features of useful and functional new technology, get him a doorbell smart camera so he can be sure he never misses a delivery. From keyless smart home door lock systems by Kwikset and Schlage, to security and surveillance cameras by Nest, you’ve got the Old Man covered.

If Dad’s an early-adopter on all things electronics, or even if he’s not so technically inclined, a good place to start on your Father’s Day gift box could be with a few smart bulbs. These can be included with any smart lighting upgrade and can boast features like built-in speakers or multi-colored, app-controlled lighting options. Even ceiling fans can be app-controlled with smart home fans. The best part about these Father’s Day gifts is that they can be installed in any light fixture in the house. Smart bulbs can be gifted on their own, or as part of a more complete smart home lighting layout throughout the home to save electricity.

The Perfect Luxury Father’s Day Gifts

Simple Father’s Day gifts are great but when you want to go the extra mile, look to the big things that Dad wouldn’t get for himself to make Father’s Day special.

With the gift of a Kegerator, Dad has a built-in home-barista for his favorite cold brew coffee, or a personal bartender for wine or beer. The EdgeStar Dual Tap Kegerator can even keep both cold beer and iced coffee on tap right at home if that’s his style. Freestanding and outdoor Kegerators can be kept close at hand, from the den to the kitchen, or even in the office – wherever Dad wants to use them.  

 For keeping sodas, bottled water, or a home-packed lunch, give Dad a compact refrigerator for the office. It’s a splurge that can add some fun and make things easier in his routine.

For the biggest and best Father’s Day gift ideas, add to the backyard outdoor kitchen. A sure favorite to look for is an outdoor pizza oven that can be set up on an outdoor island countertop. Stone-baked pizzas in a fire-heated oven make any pizza night amazing and the pizza oven fits in well with the grill-master’s domain.  

A slow cooking BBQ smoker is another sought-after addition to the grill-master’s suite that would make the perfect Father’s Day gift idea. With a little practice to hone the best method and temperature balance, Dad can cook his favorite foods at low temperatures for hours, searing in unique flavor mixes to chicken, ribs, and brisket.

Happy Father’s Day to All the Dads

Let’s face it: there’s a lot of stuff out there that Dad would enjoy, and you know he deserves the splurge. Last-minute Father's Day gifts can be amusing, but a little extra planning can earn you big bonus points. Whether it’s a Father’s Day gift box full of beer nuts and brews or a brand-new appliance, leave the jokes up to Dad and get him a gift you know he’s going to love.