Funny Father’s Day card message ideas for dads who can take a joke

Funny Father’s Day card message ideas for dads who can take a joke

Stuck for what to write in a Father’s Day card? You’re not alone. Some dads are impossible to buy for, some pretend they don’t want anything, and some are only really happy if the card makes them laugh.

Here are some funny, cheeky, pun-led and sweet-ish Father’s Day message ideas for dads, grandads, stepdads and father figures who can take a joke.

Short funny Father’s Day messages

  • Happy Father’s Day. Thanks for pretending to know how to fix everything.
  • You’re not just a dad. You’re a free taxi with opinions.
  • Happy Father’s Day to the man, the myth, the thermostat guardian.
  • Thanks for all the lifts, lectures and questionable jokes.
  • You were right about most things. Please don’t let that go to your head.
  • Happy Father’s Day. I got you this card because emotional growth is expensive.
  • Thanks for raising me. I’m sure it was mostly worth it.
  • Happy Father’s Day to one of my top two parents.

Pun-led Father’s Day messages

  • Happy Father’s Day. You’re nacho average dad.
  • Dad, you’re one in a melon.
  • I doughnut know what I’d do without you.
  • Hope your Father’s Day is brew-tiful.
  • You’re tea-riffic, Dad. Put the kettle on, you’ve earned it.
  • Have a reel-y good Father’s Day — you’re o-fish-ally brilliant.
  • Thanks for being grill-iant. BBQ confidence clearly runs in the family.
  • You’re flippin’ brilliant, Dad. Even when the pancakes aren’t.
  • Happy Father’s Day to a rare, well-done dad.
  • You’re simply the zest. Sorry, I had to.
  • Thanks for always driving me around. You’re wheelie great.
  • You’re a top pop. Annoying phrase, excellent dad.

Cheeky Father’s Day messages

  • Happy Father’s Day. Sorry for all the grey hairs. Some of them are probably mine.
  • Thanks for putting up with me. Legally, you had to.
  • You’re a legend. An annoying legend, but still a legend.
  • Happy Father’s Day. I’d say you’re the best dad ever, but I haven’t met them all.
  • Thanks for teaching me sarcasm, stubbornness and how to hold a torch incorrectly.
  • Happy Father’s Day. Your jokes are terrible, but your commitment is impressive.
  • Thanks for being my dad and not selling me on eBay.
  • You’re alright, Dad. There, I said it.

Father’s Day messages from a daughter

  • Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Thanks for setting the bar worryingly high.
  • Thanks for always being there, even when I only needed someone to blame the car noise on.
  • Happy Father’s Day to the first man who had to deal with my attitude.
  • Thanks for the advice, the lifts and the dramatic sighs.
  • Love you, Dad. Even when you answer the phone like you’re being interviewed by the police.
  • Happy Father’s Day. I’ll always be your little girl, even when I’m asking to borrow something expensive.

Father’s Day messages from a son

  • Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Thanks for teaching me everything except where you keep the good tools.
  • Thanks for the wisdom, the bad jokes and the strong opinions about parking.
  • Happy Father’s Day. I hope I’ve inherited your best qualities and none of your DIY confidence.
  • Cheers for being a top dad and a world-class remote control hogger.
  • Happy Father’s Day. I’d buy you a pint, but this card was emotionally draining enough.
  • Thanks for showing me how to be a decent human, mostly by shouting at the telly.

Messages for grandads, stepdads and father figures

  • Happy Father’s Day to someone who’s always been there — usually with snacks, advice or both.
  • Thanks for being brilliant, patient and only slightly impossible to buy for.
  • Happy Father’s Day. You’ve earned the card, the tea and control of the remote.
  • Thanks for stepping up, showing up and putting up with us.
  • You may not be easy to shop for, but you are very easy to appreciate.
  • Happy Father’s Day to a proper legend. No further questions.

What to write if you’re sending the card direct

If you’re sending a card straight to them, keep the message short, personal and easy to read. You don’t need to write an essay — a funny line and a genuine sign-off usually works best.

  • Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Hope this made you laugh. Love you lots.
  • Couldn’t be there in person, so I sent this tiny piece of emotional admin instead.
  • Hope this arrives before you start complaining that nobody remembered.
  • Happy Father’s Day. Consider this proof that I’m thoughtful and organised.

With Gigglz, you can personalise the inside before checkout and we’ll print it in the card. Or, if you prefer to handwrite your message, you can send the card to yourself and we’ll include a spare envelope.

Pick a funny Father’s Day card from Gigglz

Still need the card itself? Browse our funny Father’s Day cards and choose one that actually sounds like him. You can personalise the inside, send it direct to them, or send it to yourself with a spare envelope.

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