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38 Hilarious Gag Gifts for a Prank-Filled Holiday Gift Exchange

Nothing beats a cheap, unique and clever novelty gift.

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As your family’s designated jokester, you may find yourself wanting to spread holiday cheer in a different way this year. Instead of simply gifting everyone on your list exactly what they asked for, give them the best gag gifts that will be sure to have them endlessly laughing.

Being someone who also loves to have a good laugh, I made it my mission to help you out by curating this list of corny, silly and downright hilarious gifts. Most of the options here have been raved about by thousands of Amazon reviewers, loved by Good Housekeeping readers or are currently trending on TikTok. Plus, many of these items don't really cost too much and a few of them are even quite practical. Of course, most people have their own specific taste in humor, but I’m confident any recipient will agree that these gifts are funny.

You know, spending too much time on the toilet isn't good at all, so you're actually doing them a favor here by gifting them this best-selling gadget.

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Top Gag Gift on Amazon

Fish Flip Flops

Fish Flip Flops

The Coddies fish flip flops have been all over social media — they might just be the most popular (and useful) gag gift we can think of. They come in seven colors, fit everyone in the family and have over 7,000 five-star ratings on Amazon. It's hard to go wrong.

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The Book of Unusual Knowledge

Best Seller
The Book of Unusual Knowledge

This book is actually a best-seller on Amazon, the name is really the only "gag" part about it. People love the information and trivia that's inside. It covers entertainment, politics, art and so much more, so they come off as very well-read.

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Mini Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy

Mini Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy

It's only natural to chuckle when you see a red tube guy waving in the wind. This mini version will bring the laughs in any home office or cubicle.

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Adulting Reward Stickers

Adulting Reward Stickers

Being a grown-up is hard, and still, even when we complete the most difficult of tasks, like not losing our keys, we don't get any award. Change that up with this set that includes 400 stickers that say things like: "only hit the snooze button twice," "paid the bills on time" and "almost made it to the gym."

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Shakespeare Insults Poster

Shakespeare Insults Poster
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The next time they want to diss their friend or partner (lovingly, of course), they can turn to this poster with burns inspired by one of literature's most influential wordsmiths. Find insults straight from Shakespeare's work like "stuffed cloak-bag of guts."

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Fake Poop Soap-Turd-Bar

Fake Poop Soap-Turd-Bar

You may get a little nauseous when you look at this, but that's probably a good thing right? They'll open the box to find the most realistic poop we've ever seen, but will be delighted to discover it is soap with a lovely vanilla scent.

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Funny Animal Paw Socks

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Funny Animal Paw Socks

Socks are a classic Christmas present, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring. Take these "paw" socks for example, that come in prints like the dog seen here, as well as dinosaur and zebra.

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Squat & Trot Prank Gift Box

Squat & Trot Prank Gift Box

OK, so let's say you actually bought them something they wanted. Up the fun factor by putting it in this gift box, which displays a totally wild fake product that will throw them off.

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Emotional Support Fries

Amazon’s Choice
Emotional Support Fries

These punny fries give a new meaning to the term "comfort food." Five soft plushie fries come in this adorable container and are sure to make them laugh. However, if you want to be a bit more festive, you could opt for emotional support gingerbread instead.

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The Original Toilet Night Light

Amazon’s Choice
The Original Toilet Night Light

If midnight bathroom runs are part of their evening routine, then light their way to the throne with this motion-activated night light. That way they can go to the bathroom in peace without turning on the bright overhead light.

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Wine Bottle Puzzle

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Wine Bottle Puzzle

It'll be hilarious how mad they get while trying to solve the puzzle to get to their favorite bottle of wine. But don't worry, there is a way to get to it, so in the end, they'll be happy.

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Emergency Underpants

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Emergency Underpants
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They won't know just how much they need this gift ... until they do. Each tin comes with five pairs of disposable underpants that fit most adults.

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The Golden Girls: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

The Golden Girls: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

Let Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia parody a classic holiday read with their quintessential wit and sass. Lanais, cheesecake and Dorothy's side eye included.

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Viral on TikTok

Face Money Eating Box

Face Money Eating Box

Why would you get them a piggy bank when you can get them this extremely disturbing face bank that actually moves its mouth to "eat" your money? Exactly, you wouldn't.

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Miniature Violin

Miniature Violin

Parents will appreciate this one: When kids start whining, they can pull out this three-inch violin and start playing to offer their deepest sympathies. It'll drive the kids up the wall.

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Giant Double Sided Pepperoni Pizza Blanket

Giant Double Sided Pepperoni Pizza Blanket

When snuggled up in this plush blanket, they'll have visions of pepperoni pizza dancing in their heads. Or at the very least, they'll feel cozy and warm during their next Netflix marathon. Plus, the pizza box packaging is included.

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Memory Mints

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Memory Mints

Perfect for their stocking, they'll actually get a whole case of delicious mints. They just won't like the packaging.

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"Light When [Insert Name Here] Farts" Candle

"Light When [Insert Name Here] Farts" Candle

There's something about farts that always get people laughing. Call out their partner, parent or pet in this ROTFL-worthy candle, which comes in 15 different scents.

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Beer Belly Waist Pack

Beer Belly Waist Pack
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This fanny pack changes the definition of beer belly, because a can of beer can literally fit inside of it. The hair looks so real, it's scary.

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Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more. 

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Cameron (she/her) is a staff writer for Good Housekeeping, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. In her spare-time she can be found scrolling TikTok for the latest cleaning hacks and restaurant openings, binge-watching seasons of Project Runway or online shopping.

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