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?"

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.

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 personalised oven mitt is the kind of gift that's just silly enough to get a laugh, but practical enough that they'll actually use it.

Custom stickers are one of those gifts that sound simple but always land well — especially when they're personalised with an inside joke.

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.

Cocktail serviettes are one of those things nobody thinks to buy themselves but everyone's glad someone did. Get a set with a cheeky slogan on them and you've got a practical gift that actually raises a smile.

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

Everyone needs coasters, yet somehow nobody ever buys them for themselves. A set for the home bar is genuinely useful, and there's always one with a joke on it that'll raise a laugh at the office party.

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.

Perfect for the colleague who claims they could've gone pro. Watch them try to maintain their dignity while putting across the office carpet during lunch breaks.

Nothing says "I care about your hydration needs" quite like a bottle opener. It's the gift that literally opens doors to refreshment and ensures they'll think of you with every satisfying 'pop'.

Nothing says "I secretly put effort into your Secret Santa gift" like wine glasses engraved with an inside joke that will make them snort wine out their nose.

A decadent assortment that will have them hiding the box from everyone else in the office. Perfect for the colleague who pretends they're only having one piece but mysteriously disappears with the entire collection.

Nothing says "I drew your name and actually put some thought into it" quite like a craft beer set. It's the gift that keeps on giving—or at least until they finish the last bottle.