All of the Father's Day Gifts and Activities You Need to Make Dad's Day
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Father's Day is Sunday, June 16, 2024, and there's no excuse for having it sneak up on you this year. If you want to make Dad's day more awesome than ever, consider this page your one-stop shop for all things Father's Day 2024.
Here, you'll find all our gift guides, how-tos, and important info to know about how to shop for every type of dad and father figure in your life and plan the best Father's Day celebration.
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When it comes to Father's Day gifting, it seems as though Dads are finally getting their due. According to a National Retail Federation survey, average spending on Father's Day gifts in 2023 rose to a record $196.23, up from $171.79 the year before. Here's hoping that trend continues for 2024.
With the average gifting budget on the rise, what were the most popular Father's Day gifts last year? Of those surveyed, 61% bought greeting cards, 55% bought clothing, 52% splurged on a special outing for Dad, and 48% bought gift cards. It turns out the best Father's Day gifts are the simplest — and luckily, many of these ideas are still great options, even if they end up being last-minute gifts.
If you're ready to make a plan to honor the Father of the Year properly, read on to check out everything you need to know about how to make Father's Day 2024 extra special.
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16, 2024, and the best time to start shopping is three weeks early (the week of May 26)!
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Father's Day FAQs
What are the best Father's Day activities to plan?
For Father's Day, Dad will likely say that what you buy him doesn’t matter — he just wants to spend some quality time with his family. But instead of letting the day unfold without any agenda under the guise of "giving Dad the day off," you should take the time to plan something special.
Father's Day activities can be simple and affordable, but it’s a good idea to buy tickets or make reservations if needed and keep Dad’s preferences in mind above all else. Some ideas can include checking out a Minor League Baseball game, attending an outdoor concert, roasting hot dogs and marshmallows over the fire pit, or rewatching favorite TV shows if the day is a wash-out.
What are the best delivery gifts for Father's Day?
If you and Dad live far away, seeing each other in person on Father’s Day may not be possible. If you’re not able to visit Dad on June 16, you can send him a thoughtful delivery gift like a curated shipment from ButcherBox, a Flaviar whiskey club subscription, or a Bookshop e-gift card that’ll arrive in time. Make sure to give him a phone or video call on Father's Day so you can send him well wishes and make sure he's received the gift!
As you’re shopping online, keep in mind that certain retailers will gift-wrap your present for you. This will help ensure that Dad has something to unwrap on Father's Day.
What should you write in a Father's Day card?
No matter what gift you buy, you should definitely get Dad a card and write your own note inside. Here are some tips for coming up with what to say in a Father’s Day card:
Make a list of the reasons you’re grateful for your dad.
Try to think of any memories or stories attached to these reasons. Add any personal details that you think would make Dad either laugh or well up.
Reflect on what you’ve written and add any new ideas that come to mind over the next few hours or days. It can also be inspiring to look at photos of the two of you from when you were young.
Type out your Father's Day message in three to five sentences, expanding on the best parts of your list.
Once you’ve edited your message to read exactly how you’d like, copy it into your card by hand.
The message, written in your own words (and if possible, read aloud by Dad on Father's Day!), will be an unforgettable, sweet moment. No time to even shop for a card? No problem! You can easily fold a paper heart, write a message inside, and attach it to your gift. Check out how to do it below:
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