25 Funny Secret Santa Gifts

An inflatable unicorn costume is the kind of thing that gets an instant laugh the moment it comes out of the bag. It's ridiculous, it's oversized, and honestly that's exactly the point.

Nothing like a trivia game to settle once and for all who's the smartest person in the room. Spoiler: it's probably not who you think.

A graphic tee is always a solid Secret Santa pick — especially if you know the person's sense of humour. Get it right and it'll actually get worn.

If your secret santa recipient thinks every meal needs a bit more heat, this hot sauce gift set is the one. Ranges from "that's quite nice" to "why did I do that?"

A funny coffee mug is basically the unwritten rule of Secret Santa — easy, useful, and guaranteed to get a laugh when it's unwrapped.

Perfect for that colleague who always spills their drink during the office game night - these waterproof playing cards will survive even the most raucous secret santa party.

A good satire fiction book is the kind of gift that makes someone laugh out loud on public transport and then feel slightly embarrassed about it. Perfect for the person who thinks they're too clever for regular fiction.

Fridge magnets are one of those things that just make you smile every time you open the fridge, which, let's be honest, is about thirty times a day.

A shot glass set is one of those Secret Santa gifts that practically guarantees a laugh. It's practical, it's a little cheeky, and whoever receives it will almost certainly put it to use at some point.

A proper beer mug is one of those things most people wouldn't buy for themselves but will absolutely use every single time they crack open a cold one.

Custom whisky glasses are one of those gifts that feel genuinely considered without taking themselves too seriously — perfect for secret santa. Add a funny name, an inside joke, or a silly title and you've got something they'll actually use.

Nothing says Secret Santa like a personalised cocktail glass — practical, a little cheeky, and guaranteed to get a laugh at the reveal.

A comic book is one of those gifts that works for pretty much anyone — there's a genre for every kind of reader, even the ones who claim they don't read.

A candy floss machine at home feels a bit ridiculous, which is exactly why it works so well as a Secret Santa gift.

A mini pinball machine is the kind of thing that ends up on someone's desk and never actually gets used for work. It's a brilliant Secret Santa pick for anyone who needs a distraction.

A novelty T-shirt is a solid Secret Santa pick. It's easy to size up (just go large if in doubt), and there's no shortage of funny prints out there to match whoever you've drawn.

A feather boa is one of those gifts that's hard to take seriously, which is exactly the point. Whoever receives it will either wear it immediately or spend the rest of the party daring someone else to.

A jigsaw puzzle set is one of those gifts that looks simple but ends up taking over the dining room table for three weeks. Great for anyone who enjoys a challenge — or needs an excuse to unplug for a bit.

If they're the type who can't sit still without something to fidget with, a 3D puzzle set will keep their hands — and their brain — genuinely busy.

Puzzle games make for a brilliant secret santa pick — they're universally enjoyed, endlessly replayable, and just tricky enough to keep someone occupied well into the new year.

Dominoes is one of those games that looks simple but gets surprisingly competitive once everyone's worked out the rules. A decent set makes a great secret santa — it's fun, it's tactile, and it works for pretty much any group.

You don't have to leave the house to get a round in. A mini golf set is one of those gifts that sounds a bit silly but ends up being genuinely fun, especially when everyone's competing for bragging rights over a three-foot putt.

Engraved wine glasses are a solid secret santa pick — personalised enough to feel thoughtful, but with the right message they're genuinely funny. Nobody's turning down a nice glass with something ridiculous written on it.

Everyone's happy to unwrap a box of gourmet chocolates, even if they pretend they're watching what they eat.

A craft beer gift set is the kind of thing everyone secretly hopes they'll pull out of the Secret Santa pile. A solid selection of interesting brews beats another novelty mug any day.