Father’s Day 2027 is Sunday, June 20. Here’s everything you need to know about Father’s Day 2027, including the best gifts for Dad, unique gift ideas, experiences and ways to make Father’s Day special.
Father’s Day has a habit of sneaking up on us.
One minute it’s spring. The next, you’re standing in a store staring at barbecue accessories wondering whether Dad really needs another set of stainless-steel grilling tools.
We’re getting ahead of it this year.
Father’s Day 2027 falls on Sunday, June 20, 2027, and whether you’re shopping for your dad, husband, grandfather, stepdad, new dad or another father figure, we’ve created the SWAGGER guide to making this Father’s Day count.
And no, another “World’s Best Dad” mug isn’t the answer.
When Is Father’s Day 2027?
Father’s Day 2027 is Sunday, June 20, 2027.
In Canada and the United States, Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June. In 2027, that lands on June 20.
That gives you plenty of time to plan something better than a last-minute gift card.
Upcoming Father’s Day Dates
Father’s Day 2027: Sunday, June 20, 2027
Father’s Day 2028: Sunday, June 18, 2028
Father’s Day 2029: Sunday, June 17, 2029
Father’s Day 2030: Sunday, June 16, 2030
Bookmark this page. We’ll continue updating our Father’s Day 2027 gift guide with new products, experiences and editor picks as the big day gets closer.
The Best Father’s Day Gifts for 2027
The best Father’s Day gifts have one thing in common:
They feel like they were chosen for him.
That doesn’t necessarily mean expensive. It means knowing what Dad actually likes instead of buying something with the word “DAD” printed across it.
Recent Father’s Day guides have increasingly focused on practical, quality gifts across technology, style, grilling, grooming, fitness and experiences rather than novelty products alone.
For Father’s Day 2027, we’re watching these categories closely.
Father’s Day Gifts for the Tech Dad
If Dad’s idea of quality time involves explaining why your Wi-Fi router is in the wrong place, you’ve found your category.
Think:
Smart-home technology
Headphones and speakers
Smartwatches
Charging accessories
Gaming gear
Home entertainment
AI-powered devices
Coffee technology
Travel tech
The trick with tech gifts is finding something he’ll actually use rather than another gadget destined for the drawer of forgotten charging cables.
SWAGGER’S 2027 TECH PICKS: Coming Soon
Father’s Day Gifts for the Stylish Dad
Some dads own one belt.
Others have opinions about Italian leather.
For the latter — and the former who could use some help — Father’s Day is an excellent excuse for an upgrade.
Look for:
Watches
Sunglasses
Sneakers
Premium basics
Jackets
Bags and luggage
Wallets
Fragrances
Grooming products
Jewelry
The best style gifts don’t have to reinvent his wardrobe. Find something better than the version he already owns.
SWAGGER’S 2027 STYLE PICKS: Coming Soon
Father’s Day Gifts for the Dad Who Loves Cars
You know this dad.
He parks at the far end of the parking lot because someone might open a door within 40 feet of his car.
Consider:
Premium detailing products
Car-care kits
Driving experiences
Automotive technology
Garage accessories
Performance accessories
Model cars and collectibles
Racing experiences
Bonus points if the gift gives him an excuse to disappear into the garage for three hours.
Father’s Day Gifts for the Grill Master
There’s cooking.
And then there’s Dad standing beside a barbecue explaining the reverse-sear method to anyone unfortunate enough to make eye contact.
Father’s Day classics still work when they’re genuinely good.
Consider:
Premium grills
Pizza ovens
Smart meat thermometers
BBQ tools
Outdoor kitchens
Chef’s knives
Spice collections
Smokers
Cookware
Current Father’s Day guides continue to feature grilling and cooking prominently, particularly alongside technology and experience-based gifts.
Father’s Day Gifts for the Fitness Dad
For the dad who considers 6 a.m. an acceptable time to exercise:
Fitness trackers
Running shoes
Home gym equipment
Recovery technology
Golf gear
Cycling equipment
Performance apparel
Massage devices
Outdoor equipment
And yes, golf absolutely counts as exercise.
Especially if he walks the course.
Father’s Day Gifts for the Dad Who Has Everything
This is the boss level of Father’s Day shopping.
Ask what he wants.
“Nothing.”
Ask again.
“I don’t need anything.”
That’s when you stop looking for another object and start thinking about an experience.
Consider:
Concert tickets
Sporting events
Golf experiences
Track days
Weekend trips
Restaurant experiences
Spa treatments
Cooking classes
Fishing trips
Wine or food experiences
Experience gifts are already a recurring recommendation in Father’s Day coverage, particularly for dads who are difficult to shop for.
Sometimes the best Father’s Day gift isn’t something he keeps.
It’s something he remembers.
Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas for 2027
If you want to move beyond the usual Father’s Day gifts, start with Dad himself.
What’s he obsessed with?
What does he constantly talk about buying but never actually buys?
What does he own that’s embarrassingly overdue for an upgrade?
That’s usually where the answer lives.
A great Father’s Day gift might be a personalized piece connected to his family, an upgrade to something he uses every day, something related to a hobby, or an experience you’ve planned together.
Thoughtfulness beats price.
Every time.
Father’s Day Gifts Under $50
You don’t need to blow up your credit card to prove you love your father.
Some of the best Father’s Day gifts are simple upgrades to everyday things.
Look for quality accessories, books, grooming products, coffee gear, personalized gifts, grilling accessories, small tech products and items connected to his hobbies.
We’ll be adding our editors’ favourite Father’s Day gifts under $50 for 2027 here as new products arrive.
Father’s Day Gifts Under $100
This is arguably the sweet spot.
At under $100, you’ll find plenty of great Father’s Day options across grooming, technology, fashion, food, outdoor gear, fitness and entertainment.
SWAGGER’S BEST GIFTS UNDER $100: Coming Soon
Luxury Father’s Day Gifts
Sometimes Dad deserves the ridiculous option.
Luxury Father’s Day gifts might include:
Premium watches
Designer accessories
Luxury luggage
High-end audio
Golf equipment
Premium grills
Travel experiences
Fine dining
Luxury grooming
Automotive experiences
If Dad spent years paying for your questionable decisions, consider this interest.
What Do Dads Actually Want for Father’s Day?
Probably not another tie.
There’s no universal answer, but one theme comes up repeatedly: time matters.
A thoughtful gift is great.
A thoughtful gift followed by actually spending the day together is considerably better.
That might mean taking Dad golfing, making dinner, watching his favourite movie, going to a game, heading somewhere for the weekend or simply giving him an afternoon where nobody asks him to fix anything.
The best Father’s Day isn’t necessarily the most expensive one.
It’s the one that feels personal.
What to Write in a Father’s Day Card
The gift gets opened.
The card often gets kept.
You don’t need to write a novel. Tell him something specific you appreciate.
Try:
“Thanks for always being the person I can count on.”
“The older I get, the more I understand everything you’ve done for me.”
“Thanks for teaching me more than you probably realize.”
Or simply:
“Happy Father’s Day, Dad. I love you.”
Sometimes you don’t need to workshop the copy.
Father’s Day 2027 for New Dads
A first Father’s Day hits differently.
For a new father, consider something that recognizes the moment rather than simply buying another traditional Father’s Day gift.
Personalized keepsakes, framed photography, custom books, matching father-and-child pieces or an experience with the family can make a first Father’s Day memorable.
And possibly give him a nap.
Honestly, the nap might win.
Father’s Day 2027 Gift Guide
As Father’s Day 2027 approaches, SWAGGER editors will be updating this guide with our favourite products and recommendations across:
Tech & Gadgets
Style & Fashion
Watches
Grooming
Automotive
Fitness
Golf
Travel
Food & Cooking
Outdoor Living
Luxury Gifts
Gifts Under $50
Gifts Under $100
Experiences
Check back as we reveal the SWAGGER Father’s Day 2027 Gift Guide and our editors’ picks for the best Father’s Day gifts of the year.
Make Father’s Day 2027 Count
You have until Sunday, June 20, 2027.
Plenty of time.
So this year, skip the panic-buy at the checkout counter.
Think about what Dad actually loves, what he’d never buy himself and, most importantly, what might give you an excuse to spend some time together.
We’ll handle the gift ideas.
You handle Dad.