119 Dad-Approved Gifts for Father’s Day

Dad-Approved Gifts for Father’s Day 119

Every Dad is unique, so have the kids spend time thinking about what they can do, make or give him that will speak to his soul and make him feel special this Father’s Day. Below is a great (but by no means exhaustive) list of gift ideas, categorized by preferences and hobbies. We received input from the dads on our staff, who provided tremendous insight, making these dad-approved gift ideas!

Workout Warrior

• Running store gift card • Wireless earbuds • Running armband for cell phone • Kettlebells • Fitness Tracker

Literary Dad

• Journal • Personalized pen set • Kindle • Gift card to Warwick’s bookstore in La Jolla • Original edition of favorite childhood book • Set of personalized bookplates

Camping Crusader

• Camping stove • YETI insulated mug • Marshmallow roasting sticks • Cornhole game • Portable LED lantern • Gift card to REI

The Jetsetter

• Carry-on luggage • Portable charger • Leather toiletry bag • Custom luggage tags • Subscription to National Geographic Magazine • Destination travel guides

The Landscaper/Gardener

• Leaf blower • String edger/trimmer • Heavy-duty work gloves • Lopper • Nifty Nabber Grabber tool

My (Super)hero

• Favorite comic book collection • Framed poster of favorite action movie • Captain America cufflinks • Marvel or DC Comics Encyclopedia or Ultimate Star Wars book

The Adventurer/Survivalist

• Pocket multi-tool • Crank radio • Gerber Bear Grylls Basic Kit • Compass • Paracord bracelet

Mr. Fix-It

• Digital tape measure • Utility light • Universal socket • Toolbox or organizer • Stepladder • Drill bit set • Adjustable wrench set

Grill Master

• Pellet grill or wood smoker • Barbecue cover • Barbecue accessories: utensils, grill basket, cleaning brush • Knife sharpener • BBQ cookbook • Set of hot sauces, marinades or spice rubs

Techie Dad

• AirPods • Smartwatch • Drone • GoPro • Tablet • External hard drive • Portable keyboard • Noise-canceling headphones

Watersports Fanatic

• Wetsuit • Scuba certification classes • Fishing excursion • Inflatable kayak • Paddleboard

Coffee Connoisseur

• Keurig coffee maker • Coffee from Bird Rock Coffee Roasters,

Blue Bottle Coffee or Lofty Coffee Co. • Electric coffee cup warmer • Coffee bean grinder • Variety of K-cup coffees • French press

Singer/Songwriter

• Stomp box • Music stand • Blues harp • Gift card to local music shop • Guitar strings or capo • Humidifier for acoustic guitar • Guitar stand

King of the Remote

• Comfortable pajama pants • Robe & slippers • Netflix subscription • Popcorn assortment with old-fashioned sodas • Delivery of meal from favorite restaurant

DIYer

• Hobby models • Model display case • Build-your-own radio kit • Home Brewing Starter Kit

Yes, Coach!

• Custom whistle lanyard • Soccer balls with mesh ball bag • Set of small orange cones • Portable whiteboard with markers • Set of youth practice jerseys/vests

Automotive Aficionado

• Cleaning products for inside/outside of car • Dash cam • Tickets to the San Diego

International Auto Show • Car cover • Portable jump starter • Custom floor mats or seat covers • Window tint • AAA membership

Sentimental Dad

• Meaningful notes from kids and spouse • Framed photos or memories • Coupons for family time together • Board games for family night • Family scavenger hunt

Find even more ideas in our review round-up: Gift Ideas for Dads.

Sports Enthusiast

• Memorabilia featuring favorite team • Behind-the-scenes Petco Park tour • Padded stadium chair • Basketball shoes • Hydro Flask • Gear for favorite sport (golf, football, baseball, etc.)

Music Buff

• Shadowbox for concert ticket stubs • T-shirt featuring favorite band • Framed concert poster • Turntable and vinyl records • Tickets to a concert • Spotify Premium membership v

Grand Prix Dad

• Subscription to GP Racing, Autosport or MotorSport magazine • Cool ball cap, vest or jacket featuring favorite racing team • Tickets to Grand Prix of Long Beach (next race: 2021) • Tickets to indoor go-karting

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