Unique Gift Ideas for Dads who are Workaholics

Thinking of unique gift ideas for dads is not always easy. If the man or men in your life love to fish or golf or do some sort of hobby, it’s a lot easier to use that as a guide. This post contains affiliate links and paid placement.

When you have a bunch of workaholics in the family, ahem — dad and grandpa — you have to get a little more creative. Father’s day, birthdays, Christmas, and other gift-giving times are always quickly approaching, so it’s time to plan.

Unique Gift Ideas for Dads who Work all the Time

My dad and grandpa both are total workaholics. I’m not saying that as a bad thing, especially since I am one myself.

However, it makes it more challenging to think of gift ideas for them. It’s not like they don’t have other interests, but nothing that makes gift-giving a breeze.

Here are some ways I think of gift ideas for dads:

Food Gifts and Yummy Treats

I mean, who doesn’t love yummy treats as a gift? Get creative and choose a unique snack subscription box for the men in your life.

Just be sure to find out if he’s on a special diet or something first. If he happens to be watching carbs, here’s a whole keto gift guide to explore.

I made that mistake one year with my grandpa. I got him a bunch of his favorite cheese popcorn only to find out he was desperately trying to lose a few pounds.

Snack mixes in fun sports-themed tins are an excellent choice. We were sent a box of Bar Cart Snacks from Damn, Man Snacks. This cool vintage case comes with 12 tins of tasty snack mixes like salted pistachios, cashews, and cinnamon almonds. Great for game nights, BBQs, or a birthday gift. You can definitely reuse the cool tins, too!

I took the tins over to the shop where they have this pretty bar cart and then shared them all with my uncles. They gobbled them right up and were all eager to know where to get more!

To take dad’s taste buds on a little trip, choose TokyoTreat. This snack box is filled with treats from Japan! The exotic snacks are so fun and interesting to try. We were sent a box to try out, and were beyond impressed with everything inside.

Sakuraco is another option for Japanese snacks and candy. This one gave us more of a tea party vibe. You can’t go wrong with either box, but this one seems fitting for a more mature palette.

When is the last time you gave scones as a gift? In my opinion, scones are quite underrated. I certainly haven’t given them the attention they deserve. Scones can be sweet or savory, eaten as a dessert or a breakfast, and have a flavor and texture combo that’s hard to beat.

Seven Sisters Scones is the place to shop for scones. The background story of the company is as sweet as the products. I’m a sucker for family businesses, and this one is run by — spoiler alert — seven sisters!

The options on the Seven Sisters Scones website make it the perfect place to shop for food gifts. Choose from samplers, create your own bundles, and even throw in some tasty tea to complete the gift.

If you’re looking for gluten-free and vegan gluten-free baked goods, Seven Sisters Scones has you covered. There’s an impressive selection in both categories for those of us who need to avoid gluten.

I can just hear my dad and my grandpa now saying, “Oooh, this will go great with my coffee in the morning” as they open up their scones. That has to be a common dad saying, right? 😉

Gifts that Encourage Family Time

A puzzle can be a fabulous gift for dad and the whole family. If space allows, keep a puzzle going on a table at all times.

We like to have a puzzle in the works at my grandfather’s house. Whenever anyone passes it, they find a few pieces of the puzzle. Sometimes it turns into a few hours of collaborative family fun!

Even people who don’t think they are into puzzles, cannot resist giving it a try when it’s out there! Same goes for other puzzlers or brain games.

Puzzles with beautiful images that papa will love are a great way to keep his mind sharp and active.

A puzzle table is an excellent way to keep puzzle pieces organized. It spins, and makes puzzles way easier to work on.

Gifts that Suggest It’s Time to Chill

Since my father figures are so hard working, I like to give gifts that encourage relaxation. If your dad likes tea or coffee, a nice sampler package could be a great gift idea.

Something unique and exotic like Wine Barrel Aged coffee can be a nice surprise for dad to try.

Once he tries all the flavors, ask him his favorite. Then, the next gift can be a large batch of that blend!

If he’s more of a tea guy, I have a whole gift guide for tea lovers that’s fun to browse.

What about a favorite show or movie? Hopefully, you can get him to slow down enough to have some mini-Netflix binges. If you know a show he loves, there are lots of things to run with there.

Think collectibles, box sets, funny slippers, and all sorts of items depending on dad’s personality.

If pops is a fantasy movie fan, perhaps he can drink his tea or other favorite beverage from a magical chalice.

If cards are more your speed, they do not have to be the boring option. Choose a pop-up card in a theme your dad will enjoy.

Household Items for Super Dad Space

Does dad like to chill in the yard on the weekends? Maybe grill or lounge by the pool? Again, other factors play into this choice, but it’s an idea to think about when you’re stuck on what to get.

Since Father’s day is in the summer, it’s fun to choose warm weather gifts.

We met the guys from Geeki Tikis at IHHS2017. If dad’s into Star Wars, they certainly make for a fun gift idea.

Help spruce up dad’s yard so he wants to spend more time in it. A fire pit or — even fancier — a table top fire bowl will cozy up the outdoor space.

If a real wood-burning fire pit is more your dad’s style, Sunnydaze Decor is a great place to shop. From hammocks to fountains to rugs, they have everything you need to cozy up your home, indoor and out.

Get your yard Father’s Day party-ready, or gift dad a cool item so he can kick back and relax all season. I love gifts like this because they can last for years to come.

When you want to convince your workaholic dad to relax, you can just guilt-trip him into using your gift! 😉 These are also gifts that the whole family will enjoy. Returns are super easy on Sunnydaze, so shop without worry!

Safe Bets in Men’s Fashion

Clothing is usually a safe bet if you know their size. Chances are good that your workaholic man has a favorite type of shirt that’s easily identifiable.

A super safe choice is a Trakline Belt from Kore Essentials. My husband has worn his belts for over two years and now refuses to wear any other brand.

He’s put them to the test by wearing them to his labor-intensive construction job and even wears them if we go out.

Pain Helper Products for Overworked Dudes

If your dad is a workaholic, like mine, and also in construction, pain relieving gifts won’t go unused.

I’ve gifted my dad massagers, pain relieving gels, massage gift certificates, and anything else I can think of to ease some of his body aches.

The Back Buddy that you see below is one of my favorite gifts to give. I am obsessed with it, and so is everyone who’s used it.

Do the males in your life constantly rub their back into the door frame? I cannot be the only one who witnesses this? My husband, dad, grampa, and all uncles are constantly “getting that spot” using a corner of the wall. If you witness this behavior, the Back Buddy is perfection!

I’m updating this post now, and my 2024 upgrade to the Back Buddy is this massager. Words cannot express how I feel about this neck and shoulder massager.

The video of me trying it for the first time is a bit dramatic, but it’s completely true. I still flip out every time I use it. If you have a lot of neck and shoulder tension, you know how good it feels to have the knots worked out.

Now, I have what feels like professional hands on those pain points whenever I want. This is a work-from-home LIFESAVER.

If he has trouble sleeping or wakes up with aches and pains, consider a high-quality pillow. Anything to make his sleeping area more cozy is key. It’s so important for those hard workers to get the best sleep!

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Explore this gift guide for anxious people for more relaxing gift ideas.

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Now that I think about it, I guess it’s not that hard to think of gift ideas for dads who are workaholics!

You just have to dig a little deeper perhaps.

Just don’t get him a work-related item. Although he may love it, we want him to relax on Father’s day! 😉