A Father’s Day Gift Guide 2019 Edition
Did you know that Father’s Day in Germany is actually celebrated in May this year and it’s on Thursday, not Sunday? I didn’t either until I started researching different traditions for Mother’s Day and discovered this fun little tidbit about Father’s Day. That means I have less time to work on my Father’s day gift guide so that I can be ready both here in Germany and for my dad back in the US.
I know holiday dates and different celebration times shouldn’t surprise me, but these are the little things I find most interesting about living in a different country. It’s a great reminder to step outside of the “always done it this way” thinking and grow as a person. Okay, that may be a bit deep for a gift guide.
But, you might now be wondering as I was, how do they celebrate Father’s Day in Germany?
How Father’s Day is Celebrated in Germany
Surprisingly, the day is much less about celebrating fathers and more about men getting to hang with their buddies for the day. Oh, and since it always falls on Ascension Day (40 days after Easter), it is on a Thursday and a federal holiday so most people have the day off work.
Popular activities for Father's Day in Germany include a pub tour of Dad’s favorite bars, a day at a biergarten, a group bike ride (of course with beer), or gathering in a park with buddies to play yard games, grill food, and drink lots of beer. Are you seeing a pattern here?
So while gifts are not as common here (or they are kept pretty small), a Father’s Day Gift Guide is still important for those of us that celebrate in the States.
Here are a few gift ideas the most important men in your life will enjoy. There are ideas for men who are handy, enjoy gourmet food, like to work out, are always on the go, and even ends with an idea for the guy who already has everything.
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For Dads that Like Gadgets
A Stainless Steel Multitool
Make sure Dad is ready for anything with this multitool that includes a hammer, axe, knife, pliers, screwdrivers, saw, fish descaler, wrench, and of course, bottle opener. It contains over 14 tools and is perfect for adventure seekers, survival guides, campers, or anyone who wants to have some tools on hand, but does not want to keep track of separate pieces.
For Dads that Like Gadgets
A Digital Tape Measure
If the man in your life loves to build stuff (or you have a honey-do list a mile long), help him out with this digital tape measure. It’s a 2-in-1 laser measure and combines a 131 foot laser measure with a 16 foot tape measure. Plus, with accuracy within 1/16th of an inch, think of how much faster he will be able to complete his latest project with ease.
For Sporty Dads
A Smart Jump Rope
Help Dad keep his chiseled look (or get one) with this smart jump rope. He’ll love that it pairs with the Smart Gym mobile app so he can keep track of up to 100 sessions of data including jump count, calories burned, and workout times. It’s like turning his workout into a game.
For Sporty Dads
A Smoothie Blender
This blender will make it easy to whip up a nutritious protein shake or workout recovery smoothie. It’s powerful enough to fully blend fruits and veggies and simple to clean due to the easy swap lids. What’s not to love?
For Music-Loving Dads
A Bluetooth Speaker that Looks Like an Amp
This speaker always turns heads! It has a great classic look and the speak sound is great too. Dad will love showing this off to his friends and enjoy it every time he listens to his favorite tunes.
For Music-Loving Dads
Vintage Record Coasters
These awesome drink coasters are created from actual vinyl LP records with the original labels intact. As they are up cycled, each set is unique and one of a kind. If the man in your life loves old music, he is sure to love these coasters (and you’ll love that they protect your beautiful furniture).
For Dads on the Go
A Great Travel Duffle Bag
Dad deserves to be stylish and put together even when he is on the road. Help him do that with this manly yet chic duffle bag. Whether heading out on a work trip or a guys weekend, this bag can hold all the necessary items he’ll need. And it just gets better with age and use.
For Dads on the Go
A Golf Trunk Organizer
If Dad is an avid golfer, this truck organizer will make sure he’s ready to hit the links at the drop of a hat. Keep his essentials organized and ready so he doesn't have to waste time gathering them before he goes to play. He’ll win before he even takes a swing.
For Gourmet Dads
Coffee Box Set
This coffee box set is perfect for the manly man that enjoys a hint of whisky, bourbon, or rum flavoring in his delicious coffee. From a small craft roaster, these coffees have received rave reviews from top whiskey and coffee drinking blogs around the world. They also have k-cup versions if that’s a thing in your house.
For Gourmet Dads
Hot Sauce to go
So, if you’ve read my blog for a while you know I love Sriracha. I even included it on my top 10 list of things I could but don’t want to live without. If your man is like me, he’ll love this Sriracha to go package. Now he’ll always have his favorite condiment when he needs it most.
For the Dad who has Everything
A Heartfelt DIY Printable
If the man in your life already has all the physical things he could possibly need, give him love this Father’s Day with an adorable printable book you and the kids can put together. It includes 6+ pages to remind Dad how special he is and what he means to your family. He'll love it!
You can download a free copy of the customizable Best Dad in the World Book here.
This Father’s Day Gift Guide contains gifts that are not only thoughtful, but useful as well - something I like to keep in mind as my family continues to work on living intentionally. The important men in your life (Dad, husband, brother, uncles, and friends) will love them. And if your husband already has everything he needs, he is sure to love the printable book made by you and the kids.
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