50+ Father’s Day gift ideas for unforgettable celebrations.

Father's Day is the perfect chance to celebrate those who've shaped your life with protection, laughter, guidance and those classic dad jokes. Whether you're shopping for your baba, stepdad, dada ji, or any father figure who's made a difference, a thoughtful gift is a beautiful way to say, "I see your sacrifices, and I appreciate you." Create new memories, strengthen bonds and express gratitude for your papa with these unique Father's Day gift ideas. From heartfelt cards to customised t-shirts, concert tickets and more, this is your ultimate list of Father's Day gift ideas to make his day.

Simple Father's Day gift ideas.

A classic family photo.

When was the last time you took a decent family photo? The years go by so fast, so make sure you memorialise them with a family photo shoot. You can even put a fun spin on it by using filmy costumes, following a theme or doing the photoshoot at an outdoor location.

Gift cards.

For dads who never find the time to treat themselves to a little shopping spree, buy them a gift card to use at their favourite shop or a digital gift card so they can shop online.

Highlight his favourite things.

Making a photo collage of your father's favourite things is a great way to share his interests and passions. Use Adobe Express to create amazing photo collages and cute Father's Day cards in just a few taps.

Enrol him in a class.

Sign him up for an online yoga class or in-person workshop with activities such as woodworking, photography, gardening or hobbies you know he'd love to do more of.

Let him take some time off.

Does your papa deserve a much-needed break? Let him put his feet up for the whole day while you pamper him with his favourite comfort food, several cups of chai and some good old tel malish while old Bollywood melodies play in the background.

Memory foam pillow.

Are you looking for a Father’s Day gift idea that’s more practical? A memory foam pillow is perfect – offering comfort, great neck support and a restful night’s sleep. Whether your dad loves to lounge, read or enjoy his afternoon nap, a memory foam pillow is a small upgrade with a big impact.

Organise a mini quiz.

A mini quiz is a great way to learn more about your dad and simultaneously make new memories with him. Organise a mini quiz where you ask him a series of questions, such as "What was your life like growing up?", "What was your favourite subject in school?" or "What did you want to be growing up?" Record the quiz and turn it into a video keepsake.

Family games night.

Celebrate Father's Day with a fun-filled family games night. Organise different types of games, including board or card games, puzzles and survival games. Include fun prizes for the winners to shake up the competition.

A night of music.

Is your papa a music buff? Dedicate Father's Day night to celebrating his love of music. Create a playlist of his favourite songs or music from his birth year. Invite family and friends for an antakshari session by distributing flyers with a music theme to keep the old-school spirit alive.

Books.

If your dad enjoys reading, perhaps he’d like a collection of works by literary legends like Vikram Seth, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Munshi Premchand or George Orwell. For dads who read non-fiction, biographies of respected world leaders, books on spirituality or modern political commentary might spark hours of thoughtful reading and reflection. Add a personalised touch with a bookmark with loving Father’s Day captions.

Personalised Father's Day gift ideas.

Commemorate his wise words.

If your papa is the king of dad jokes, add a few favourites to a custom t-shirt design from Adobe Express. Similarly, if he's always the first to proffer sound advice and words of wisdom, turn one or two of his famous quotes into a t-shirt. Include a cute caricature of your dad to add to the fun.

A photo keychain.

Turn a favourite family photo or photo of you and your dad into a keychain so he can take it wherever he goes.

Volunteer together.

Leave a positive impact on Father's Day by volunteering together for a cause close to his heart, such as planting a tree, sponsoring lunch at a local orphanage, and donating and serving food at an annadanam function at a local temple in his honour.

Father's Day mug ideas.

Make your papa smile whenever he drinks his morning chai or coffee by adding a cute photo to a Father's Day mug. This can be a photo of you pulling funny faces, a candid snap of your dad or an adorable family photo. You can even involve your younger siblings by creating a mug with all your handprints.

Music playlist.

For dads who love music and technology, create a special Papa’s Playlist with all their favourite Bollywood classics. You could also buy him a music subscription if he doesn’t have one yet.

Homemade Father's Day gift ideas.

An original artwork.

Homemade Father's Day gifts often mean more than store-bought gifts. Create an original artwork featuring your papa and feature it on a card. With Adobe Express, it's easy to turn your artwork into a beautiful Father's Day card that will melt his heart.

Father's Day decorating.

Create an unforgettable Father's Day celebration by turning one room or the whole house into a shrine to your baba. Make colourful banners with photos and fun Father's Day captions, such as "Papa, you're our hero" and "King for the day!". If he's a cricket fan, go all out and decorate with crepe paper and balloons in his favourite team's colours, make cricket-themed cupcakes and place cut-outs of his favourite players around the house to make it seem like they're there to celebrate him, too.

A framed photo to put beside his bed.

Make a homemade picture frame using craft materials, such as old cardboard boxes, paint, markers, sequins and beads. Remember to include your favourite photo with your dad.

A handwritten letter.

Nothing beats a heartfelt handwritten letter just for your dad. If you're stuck for creative inspiration, Adobe Express has tons of letter templates in various colours and themes to pair with your handwritten wishes.

Father's Day poster ideas.

Spoil your papa from the minute he wakes up by creating a thoughtful Father's Day poster and hanging it in his room. Explore loads of poster templates in Adobe Express and customise the right one with photos, his favourite quotes or funny things he's said, a photo collage of your family and more. Use the side-by-side photo tool to juxtapose an image of you and your dad from when you were born and one from today.

Make something dad-inspired.

Make a papa-themed lunch or dinner for Father's Day by creating all his favourite foods and drinks. Whether it's his favourite brand of filter coffee, dish or dessert, serving all of his favourite things is a fun way to make his day. You can even create a special Father's Day menu with Adobe Express.

Dad facts.

Make a quirky "Dad facts" scroll or banner, or create a "Reasons we love you" list and hang it in the kitchen or living room.

Father's Day gift hampers.

A traditional gift hamper.

Gift hampers are a great Father's Day gift idea because they bring together a thoughtful mix of goodies in one beautifully packaged surprise. Make a traditional hamper for your dada with hair clippers, a new pen, shaving cream and some namkeen.

Hampers with his favourite things.

Treat him to a day of indulging in his favourites with a Father's Day gift hamper that includes his favourite tea blend or filter coffee, beloved chocolates, a new handkerchief, a book by his favourite author, his favourite magazine and other gifts.

Deluxe treats.

Spoil your papa with a Father's Day gift hamper from you and your siblings filled with deluxe treats, such as Ayurvedic soaps and oils, a new wallet, concert tickets, biscuits and a tiny Bluetooth speaker.

Sustainable gift baskets.

For the environmentally-conscious dad, create a sustainable gift basket with eco-friendly goodies, such as chemical-free incense sticks, a copper mug, organic chai, a mini tulsi plant and some sandalwood mala beads.

Father's Day gift ideas for foodies.

Filter coffee kit.

Indulge your coffee-loving papa with a new filter coffee kit including a brass dabara set for an authentic experience. Filter coffee kits are a thoughtful Father's Day gift idea for those who like to start the gift-giving first thing in the morning.

Create a tasting experience.

Turn Father's Day into a tasting adventure by exploring your city's street food stalls or markets together. Or indulge his love of cooking by booking him into a local cooking workshop.

Food and memory combo.

Does your dad have a favourite sweet or snack from his childhood? Track it down and wrap it up with a card or photo of him as a baby.

Fashionable gift ideas for Father's Day.

Socks with attitude.

For fashionable dads who love their style, a classic Father's Day gift idea we know he'll love is a new pair of socks with funny quotes or in retro prints and colours.

Monogrammed gifts.

Deck your papa out in style with a new monogrammed shirt, handkerchief, pocket squares or cufflinks.

Footwear with flair.

Treat your papa and his feet with a shiny new pair of mojaris, kolhapuris or trendy sneakers.

Bold tees.

For papas who aren't afraid to step out in a bold design, buy him a graphic tee or one with retro prints. Or design a custom tee with a meaningful quote or one of his famous dad jokes.

Tailored jacket or blazer.

Give your dad the royal treatment by booking him a VIP fitting for a new tailored jacket, regal sherwani or a partywear blazer.

Headphones.

A fashionable Father’s Day gift idea for gadget-loving dads is to treat him to a sleek pair of new headphones. Perfect for his morning walks, listening to podcasts or cranking up Kishore Kumar or Mohammed Rafi melodies.

Father's Day gift ideas for adventurous dads.

Hit the road.

Looking for a unique Father's Day gift idea from a daughter? Share a father-daughter moment by organising a long father-daughter road trip full of adventure, playlists and snacks. You could even turn it into an overnight trip by staying somewhere you've never visited.

Crack the code.

If your dada enjoys brain games, why not visit an escape room with him? Escape rooms are the perfect bonding activity to involve the whole family on Father's Day.

Thrill-seeking sports.

Is your dad a thrill-seeker? Ensure his Father's Day is adventurous by going motorbiking, mountain biking, paragliding, skydiving or hiking.

A day of cricket.

Make Father's Day a day dedicated to his love of cricket by getting the whole family to play a friendly match at his favourite venue.

Eco-friendly Father’s Day gift ideas.

Herb garden.

Give your dad the gift of flavour and freshness with a compact herb garden. Add his top picks, like basil, rosemary and mint, to some clay pots to bring nature indoors and encourage sustainable living.

Eco-friendly wood polish or natural paint.

For DIY dads who love restoring old furniture or fixing things around the house, buy him some non-toxic wood polish that’s light on toxicity but still gives a top-quality finish. And if he loves to do renovations, buy him some eco-friendly paints to add to his home improvement kit.

Incense sticks.

Honour his connection to the divine with some new agarbatti. Pick scents you know he loves or add some new ones for him to try to a jute or cotton gift bag.

Bonsai tree.

For dads who need encouragement to slow down, a Bonsai tree is like a living art form symbolising patience, care and tranquillity. He can place it on a sunny windowsill or his desk as a daily reminder of the sacred in the small and the peace that comes from presence.

Copper water bottle.

Copper water bottles are a stylish alternative to plastic and are believed to improve digestion and balance doshas.

Fitness and health gift ideas for Father’s Day.

New yoga mat.

A fresh yoga mat is the perfect Father’s Day gift idea for dads who love their daily yoga session. Choose one made from eco-friendly materials for an extra touch of mindfulness.

Guided meditation app subscription.

Help your papa deepen his spiritual and mental clarity with a subscription to a guided meditation app.

Bamboo-fibre gym towel.

Does your papa enjoy hitting the gym or going for a run? Sustainably made and naturally antibacterial, a bamboo-fibre gym towel is a smart and planet-friendly addition to his fitness routine.

A new set of dumbbells.

Encourage him to keep working on his strength training with a new set of dumbbells.

Useful things to know.

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