Know someone who’s always cracking jokes, pulling pranks on friends, and is a bit of a goofball in general? Skip the serious gifts and give them something silly that’ll make ’em smile. Whether it’s bottle-sized wine glass or a shower margarita machine, here are the best gag gift ideas for folks who love funny gifts.
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Fish Flops
$24 from Amazon
If your friend is into fishing, a pair of these colorful flip-flops will leave them reeling, as their feet will have newfound allure. The Fish Flops have been deemed by one customer to be “hilariously weird and surprisingly comfortable.”
A Hilarious Celebrity Video Greeting
Price Varies from Cameo
If you really want to make someone laugh, consider a comedy-focused Cameo video greeting. The service offers personalized celebrity greetings, and there are hundreds of comedians listed on the site, including big names like Ruth Buzzi, Gary Busey, Fran Drescher, and Andrew Dice Clay.
Gift of Nothing
$13.99 from Amazon
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We all know someone who, asked what they want,, says, “Nothing!” Instead of getting frustrated, get them what they want: Nothing! The Gift of Nothing comes wrapped in plastic with a little explanation about all the things the recipient can do with nothing.
Beef Jerky Flower Bouquet
$74 and up from Manly Man Co.
A flower bouquet made out of three different flavors of beef jerky and snack sticks will steal the show at any holiday party … and impress the heck out of everyone. This gift comes fully assembled and sealed for freshness.
The Clapper
$28 from Amazon
It’s pretty much a guarantee that anything that was once advertised on late-night TV and seeped into the collective snark of the national consciousness will make for a perfect white elephant gift.
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Pizza Socks Box
$21.90 from Amazon
If you’ve got a novelty socks lover who also devours pizza on your list — and really, who doesn’t? — this set of four pairs in pepperoni, Hawaiian, Capricciosa, and Italian will knock their … well, you know, off.
E.M.T. Lunch Tote
$18 from Amazon
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This makes a great gift for that friend, or family member who is sick of everyone asking them what they’re having for lunch. The insulated tote is made to look like they’re transporting human organs, something anyone with an offbeat sense of humor will love.
Zen Garden Mini Litter Box
$9 from Amazon
Perfect for the cat-lover who remains calm in the face of adversity … or cleaning the litter box.
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Dehydrated Water
$11 from Amazon
A gag gift classic that your grandparents may have enjoyed, this can of “dehydrated” water will leave ’em laughing til their eyes are wet.
Emergency Underpants
$8 from Amazon
Everyone deserves a chuckle on a crappy day, and these emergency underpants are sure to come to the rescue. An excellent gift for the most crotchety among us, this is a great one for your grumpy sweetie.
Nap Sack Sleep Hood in a Box
$8 from Amazon
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This is just a gag gift box with the images on the outside. Hilarious, right? There’s no sleep hood inside, but it’s great for chuckles and you can put your actual gift inside.
How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You
$6.12 from Amazon
From the creator of the quirky web comic The Oatmeal (and the popular Exploding Kittens card game) comes this clever book that any cat-lover will appreciate.
Animal Paw-Print Socks
$5.50 from Amazon
Let your inner animal out with these socks, printed with images of animal paws. Choose from seven different critters, including dogs, polar bears, and more.
WTF Notepad
$12 from Amazon
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This notepad is great for that loved one who would rather just leave a grouchy message than argue. The WTF notepad offers plenty of prickly options such as “WTF were you thinking?” and “WTF is wrong with you?” and the notes can be applied to any situation they find annoying.
Rubber Chicken
$8 and up from Amazon
The gag gift to end all gag gifts. Need we say more?
Profanity Generator Book
$10 from Amazon
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This profanity generator notebook lets you mix and match curses when standard profanity just won’t do, and the resulting expressions are hilarious.
Baby Raccoon Buddy
$22 from Archie McPhee
A pet raccoon. What could possibly go wrong? This latex critter has paws you can bend and pose and stands about a foot tall.
Shower Margarita Machine
$9 from Amazon
You’ve heard of a shower beer, right? Well, if margaritas are your drink of choice, you could enjoy one while you lather up — if this wasn’t an empty box.
Huge Wine Glass
$20 from Amazon
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A wine glass that fits an entire bottle of wine seems like the ideal gag gift for the person in your life who loves wine but hates sharing.
Bob Ross Bobblehead
$9.44 from Amazon
If someone you know loves painting happy clouds and pretty little trees, jump on this bobblehead gift set. Bob has 10 catchphrases he can repeat, and a flip book of his best works is included.
‘The Office’ Talking Jell-O Stapler Button
$13 from Amazon
Fans of “The Office” (and of gelatin desserts) will get a kick out of this gag gift. Give this squishy button a push and it will play one of several recorded clips from the hit TV show. Included is a booklet containing trivia questions, more quotes, and photos from the show.
Emergency Clown Nose
$10 for a pack of 12 from Amazon
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For those times when a laugh is needed urgently, these emergency clown noses are a quick and easy way to bring on the chuckles. The squishy foam noses can be used for any occasion and come in a 12-pack so others can share in the fun.
Blah Button
$15 from Amazon
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If they still don’t get the hint, just hit the Blah Button and it will say exactly what’s on your mind: “Blah, blah, blah.” The battery operated button says “blah” 12 ways, including fast, slow, and in different voices.
Snake-in-a-Can
$8 from Amazon
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Another classic gag, the old snake-in-a-can trick is a great gift for any cranky friend. This this one has the 4-foot, 5-inch snake spring out of a potato chip can.
Burrito Blanket
$13.59 from Amazon
For that Valentine who just can never get enough Chipotle, the ultimate burrito-themed gift: a round microfiber blanket printed to resemble a tortilla. Better yet, there are three burrito patterns available and in five sizes.
Drinking Helmet
$10 and up from Amazon
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The curmudgeon in your life probably hates having to get up from their favorite chair, so this helmet saves them the trouble by letting them drink two beers or sodas together without even having to lift a finger.
Jekyll and Hyde Ornament
$17 from Archie McPhee
Just in time for the holidays, this ornament is ideal for any prankster’s Christmas tree. (Horror fans, too.) This hand-blown glass ornament measures 3.25 inches tall.
Whoopee Cushion
$4 and up from Amazon
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For those who find flatulence funny, the classic whoopee cushion is the gag gift to end all gag gifts. (Of course, if you prank the wrong person, your relationship may end, too.)
Long-Stem Bacon Roses
$90 from Bacon Addicts
Is the way to a man’s (or woman’s) heart really through their stomach? Consider this the ultimate gift for testing that theory.
‘Pooping Animals’ Coloring Book
$7 from Amazon
Toilet humor never gets old, so don’t be afraid to help your friends and family relax and tap into their inner child with this pooping animals coloring book.
Dad Jokes
$5 from Amazon
Running low on jokes that just aren’t funny? Top off with this 160-page dad joke compendium that’s chock full of the best (and worst) jokes around.
Star Wars ‘Storm Pooper’ Toilet Paper
$9 from Amazon
This roll of “Storm Pooper” toilet paper is sure to put a smile on the faces of jokesters and Star Wars fans alike. Plus, they’ll think of you every time they use the loo. How great is that?
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