It's almost that time again - Father’s Day! A time to celebrate and recognise all the Dads and Father figures in our lives. Father’s Day in Australia consistently falls on the first Sunday in September every year and celebrates the first Sunday of Spring. This year the special day will be celebrated on Sunday 1st September.
Why do we celebrate Father's Day?
Father’s Day is a day celebrated globally, where all dads are appreciated and finally get to put their feet up for a full day of gratitude. The true joy that comes from Father’s Day is spending time with family, not necessarily giving gifts but being connected.
What are some things to do on Father’s Day in Australia?
Father’s Day is not a public holiday in Australia, but as this is held on the first Sunday of Spring the day is traditionally spent outside. In Australia, family outdoor activities like BBQ’s, a game of cricket, a day at the beach or simply just tinkering in the shed are all popular ways to spend the day.
What's the best gift for Father's Day?
If you think your Dad has enough socks, ties or gadgets, it's time to swap things around. We’ve all heard the saying “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach”, so consider edible gifts that relate to their passions, such as beer hampers, chocolate treat boxes or locally sourced cheese hampers.
At Edible Blooms, we’ve been providing gourmet gifts for Dad for over 18 years, so we know exactly how to spoil Dad and give you a stress-free gifting experience, including unique gourmet content, locally sourced and beautifully presented to same-day delivery on Father's Day. We know how much a father figure means to you, whether that is your Dad, Foster Dad, Stepdad, Grandad, Uncle, or Brother — we have a gift hamper they will love. For more thoughtful gifts, check out our range of Birthday, Anniversary and Congratulations gift hampers.
What are some popular Father's Day gift ideas?
Popular Father's Day gift ideas include tech gadgets like smartwatches and wireless earbuds, personalised items such as engraved watches, or custom photo books and outdoor gear for camping or fishing. Gourmet food and wine hampers from Edible Blooms filled with his favourite treats, books or audiobooks in genres he loves, and experience gifts like concert tickets or cooking classes also make great choices.
For the fitness enthusiast, consider a fitness tracker or a subscription to a health app. Stylish accessories like a leather wallet or a classic watch are always appreciated. Subscription services tailored to his interests, such as streaming platforms, magazine subscriptions or monthly specialty boxes, offer a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year.
20 Dad Jokes to Use This Father's Day
No Father's Day is complete without a couple of hundred Dad jokes that are never that funny. But since it's the day of Dads you have to laugh no matter what. Here at EB HQ, we have been racking our brains to think of our top 10 Dad jokes that we have heard or seen. Be sure to use some of these on Father's Day to see if you can a few laughs.
- Why did the tomato blush? It saw the salad dressing!
- What’s brown and sticky? A stick.
- Once I read a book about glue. I couldn’t put it down.
- Why shouldn’t you trust stairs? Because they’re always up to something.
- Why did the egg have a day off? Because it was Fryday.
- How do you make a tissue dance? Put a little boogie in it.
- I told a bad chemistry joke once. I got no reaction.
- Where do sheep go on vacation? The Baaaa-hamas.
- What did one wall say to the other? I’ll meet you at the corner.
- Why shouldn’t you trust trees? They seem shady.
- What do you call a fish with no eyes? Fsh.
- Why did the golfer bring two pairs of pants? Just in case he got a hole-in-one.
- Why did the orange stop halfway across the road? It ran out of juice.
- Did you hear the one about the claustrophobic astronaut? He just needed a little space.
- What did the ocean say to the beach? Nothing. It just waved.
- What is a calendar’s favourite food? Dates.
- Why do bananas wear sunscreen? Because they peel.
- Did the hear about the ice cream truck accident? It crashed on a rocky road.
- It was an emotional wedding — even the cake was in tiers.
- The past, present and future walked into a bar. It was tense.
