Joke Gifts for Family and Friends: The Best Gag Gifts to Buy
For the past decade or so, my family has indulged in a new tradition for our Christmas Eve celebration; the giving of gag gifts. We are all grown adults now and while we still give out "normal" presents (a foot massager was a recent hit), the gag gifts have become a highlight of the evening. It started small, giving gifts related to family inside jokes and today has become a whole event with intense rounds of Crazy Bunco (also just known as Bunco).
The rules of Bunco vary from family to family, but in our house, we place five wrapped gifts in the middle of the table, we go around rolling dice, and whoever rolls doubles gets to pick a present (you can also steal someone else's). They're typically beautifully wrapped, but when the round is up and you open what you got, be ready for a gag gift you're stuck with until next year.
Gag gifts are great fun for holiday office parties, adult gatherings, birthdays, or if you just want to bring a smile to someone's face. If you're looking for gag gifts for your own Bunco game this Christmas or just want to poke fun at family members with your gift-giving any time of year, check out this list of suggestions. Let's all relax, chill out, and get a little silly with these gifts that are easy to love.
A Yodeling Pickle
The fact that this is a pickle will be enough to cause a riot at your party. Once the laughter has settled down, get it going again by pressing the button at the top and letting it yodel. Batteries are included, and it is an easy way to thrill those who need a gift that brings the fun.
Mac and Cheese-Flavored Candy Canes: Good or Gross?
These candy canes perfectly fit the holiday mood, until the one receiving them learns that the familiar peppermint flavor has been replaced with mac and cheese!
Poo Pen. Period.
For the family member who never tires of toilet humor, buy them this little pen that's shaped like... well, you get the idea. The package notes that it's your #2 pen. While fitting, the recipient of this gift will likely rank it lower on their list once the humor has subsided.
Grow a Boyfriend because why not?
Is there anyone in your family or group of friends that's single this holiday season? Give them a boyfriend in a box! This gift from Forum Novelties may seem small, but just stick the man in water and it grows up to six times its original size. Give someone their dream date for the price of pocket change.
Jesus Bandages just might be what's on everyone's wish list
For the religious folks who celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, what better way to honor his healing spirit than a box of bandages with his face all over them? For not much money at all, the lucky gift recipient gets 15 bandages plus a free prize inside. What that is, they'll have to find out for themselves.
Panic Pete is so silly that everyone loves him
This is a gift that has made the rounds in our family for a few years now. Panic Pete is a stress toy, whose eyes, ears, and mouth pop out when squeezing him. For a small chunk of change, this is a useful and hilarious stress remover.
Gag Lotto Tickets always get a laugh
There's always that one family member that gives out lottery tickets. Now, you can thank them with lotto tickets that are an instant win. They'll get a package of five scratch-off tickets that reveal a $10,000 winner every time. Too bad they're not real.
Nose Flutes Always make fun gifts
These toys are perfect for the kids in your family, or those that are kids at heart. Just blow the flute through your nose and the mouth changes the notes.
Wind-Up High-Five
Another fun toy for people of all ages, this wind-up does exactly as advertised. Be prepared for laughter and high-fives all around the table this Christmas.
Fart Whistle
This is another one of those gifts that's self-explanatory. Give this little whistle to anyone obsessed with flatulence or needing a few extra laughs.
Other Ways to Spread the Joy
While these are all great gifts (and there are many more out there to fit your taste and budget), you don't need to go all out just for a joke. Get creative! Take a look around your house. Is there some trinket you've long despised? Wrap it up and make it a gag gift (provided the person who gave you the trinket isn't in attendance!). Sometimes the best gag gifts are ones you find right in your own home. Pairs of socks and underwear work in a pinch. You can also wrap up a box with nothing inside.
Get creative and have fun with your gift shopping! With a quick search, you can buy everything you need for your next family party or Bunco game in one order for a good price. Christmas and other holidays are the perfect time to show your family how much you love them, so show them love with gag gifts this year.
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