25 Funny Gag Gifts That Are Actually Useful (and not)

In the case of dinosaurs, it’s definitely not too soon to relive their glory. What’s more glorious than dinosaurs? Tacos. A great gift for the friend who loves to host Taco Tuesday, or even the kids who get a kick out of stegosaurus. It’s a good chance to play with food.

What goes well with hotdogs? Corn on the cob. This is a great, silly gift for those on your list who love to barbeque. It will help guests to keep butter on the cob and the heat off their fingers. No dogs are harmed in buttering your cob.

For the friend who’s always dropping the soap. These shower squids splay their tentacles out, ready to take hold of the shampoo, body wash, and maybe even some bubble bath. Whatever they intend on grabbing, they’ll always be there waiting in the shower for someone to return.

Kitty! Drop the beat! This is for the hipster friend who loves her cat more than most friends. Perhaps you’ll be higher on the list when she gets her eyes on this cat scratching pad. Who knows, this could be the cat’s big break.

A very handy play on words for anyone who’s known the hassle of caring for a goldfish bowl. Instead of buying fish flakes and cleaning fish food, the only maintenance this fishbowl needs is a refresher.

Get people off their phone in the toilet and making useful time practicing their put. This funny little game of golf is good for the homeowner and their guests. Whenever they have to take a break, they can clear their head over a relaxing, sit down game of golf.

For the ol’ geezer in the family. These flashcards are like the ones made in first and second grade except they’ve earned a lot more street cred. Take the guesswork out of family conversations and let the students teach the masters.

For the couple who never knows what they want for dinner. These foodie dice make the call for you. Diet restrictions aren’t an issue here either. If you don’t eat steak, it recommends tempeh. At the end of the day, it recommends something, which is better than your friend does most times.

Like Cards Against Humanity, but for the friend with a B.A. in literature. Matchup funny, uncomfortable, or downright disgusting words with the impeccably profound phrases. Anyone who loves a good play on words will sure to appreciate this deck of cards.

For the dude in your life who goes to work and looks for distractions. This tiny game of bowling won’t get stored in internet history but can still be played very privately. Minimal cleanup required - except for many when the said friend gets fired for having too much fun.

Keep it safe while also keeping it interesting with a good old fashioned game of Russian roulette. For the friend in the group who always likes to make a bang, this game allows you the group to take turns rolling the dice and popping the balloon.

And for that one person who loves Jesus… and cheese. They say the love of God is omnipresent, and the truth is in the cheese. This grilled cheese maker is a hilarious gift with a divine touch. Melt any cheese you want and watch Jesus put a blessing on the holy creation. Amen.

Ring Ring Ring, banana phone! Somehow, this internet joke from the 90s survived two decades and still gets a good laugh out of the audience. This fully-functioning device connects to your phone through Bluetooth and can actually be used to chat.

A step up from the whoopie-cushion, this is a gift that seems to have survived the ages. For the friend, young cousin, or sibling who still can’t get enough of bathroom humor, this new-age fart button is a good collection to the prankster’s toolbag.

For the gift receiver who isn’t interested in bathroom humor, there’s sure to be laughs with this soundboard. It’s pocket-sized for on-the-go antics and features a range of effects that will cheer, jeer, and break the silence just like a sitcom.

For that one friend who loves them self … a lot. There’s no one more a narcissist enjoys having breakfast with quite like themselves. This incredibly personalized toaster allows for the said person to stamp their own face right on the toast. Make sure you choose their best selfie.

Toilet humor at its finest. Secret this little guy under the seat and wait for a bathroom-goer to come face to face. Perfect for the clowns in the family or friend group that are always looking to make potty jokes.

An all-time-favorite for college kids and alcoholics alike, this flask book box does a good job at holding its secrets close to the chest. Flip through to page 20 and the gift-receiver will be relieved that the contents are far more fun than homework.

And for the baseball fanatic who has some documents they don’t want to see blown to smithereens. This adorable runner gets to the edge of the paper just in time, keeping everything, as you can see, safe.

Too soon? We don’t think so, either. Whoever receives this gift will make some dangerously good gin and tonics with the deadly matchup of mini cruise ships and icebergs. Kind of silly, kind of macabre, but hey, there are people into that sort of thing.

For the wilderness man who makes every activity manly. Kids want to make smores while the men want to go fishing? Do both. The wilderness man in the group will truly appreciate getting to stab something with a hook and hold it over an open flame.

Some people love toilet humor, other fear any ivory throne outside their home. For those who fear public restrooms, this survival kit is a little bit funny, a little bit cringe-worthy, but all around useful.

For the family member who’s always losing their keys. Or perhaps for the person who is a Van Gogh fan. This Ear-ring is brightly colored so they can’t miss the familiar sounds of their keys jingling when they lock the door before leaving.

For the groomsman who’s maybe not so sold on the wife. This hilarious bowtie bottle-opener is the perfect way to show up in your Sunday best with a sneaky little secret. No beer bottle at the reception will be safe and everyone will be glad for it.

For the family member with a sailor's mouth. This very simple, very useful paperweight is a good way to organize all the papers they don’t want to look at. Have a pile of bills? F You? Ury Duty? F you! Eviction notice? F you! Isn’t that fun?