Dirty Santa Gift Ideas
There’s going to be a Dirty Santa party, and you want to have the best gift. The gift your friends will fight for. The gift that’s useful and fun! Can you pull it off?
Dirty Santa gifts are typically something fun, new, unique, and in good taste. Unlike the White Elephant gift exchange, Dirty Santa gifts are usually items the recipients will want and use.
Think Snuggies, in their prime!
This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through an affiliate link, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Disclosure.
Gadgets & Handy Gifts
These gadgets are handy to have on hand but probably not something you would think to go out and buy, which makes them a Dirty Santa gift worth fighting for.
Phone Stand
Before we had this phone stand, we propped our phones up on napkins or the salt shaker. When we found out these phone stands existed, we were thrilled! So thrilled that my husband even chose to give phone stands at our Favorite Things Christmas Gift Exchange.
CupFone
How many times have you tried to prop your phone up in your car to see your directions, then hit a bump in the road and your phone drops? You’re left to find your way by words alone. So dramatic, right? That can be hard for the visual person. No more dropped phone, no more pulling over to retrieve said phone with this CupFone.
Lifehammer
A Lifehammer is an emergency escape tool that cuts seatbelts and breaks non-laminated windows. Not many will think to purchase a tool like this or spend the time finding one, but if it’s a gift, that’s another story! This is the gift that could save a life!
Snowflake Multi-Tool
This sweet little snowflake sports 15 tools, including a Phillips flathead/box cutter, hex, bottle opener, and more! I bet it would be handy to have around!
The best Dirty Santa gift is the one everyone tries to steal.
Fun & Unexpected Gifts
These gifts are a little unexpected, which makes them extra fun to unwrap and even more fun to steal.
Games
If you have a game you love and think others would too, that could make a great Dirty Santa gift. Recently, we learned how to play SKYJO and decided to buy the game for ourselves. My husband and I have played after dinner, and it’s a good way to do something other than watching television.
Portable Campfire
No fire pit? No problem! These sweet portable campfires give you the opportunity to make s’mores, right at home! It’s the perfect Dirty Santa gift that anyone can appreciate. Pair it with the ingredients to make s’mores, and you’re a genius!
Gurgle Pot
Because it’s always fun to hear whimsical gurgling sounds as you pour your favorite beverage! One year, my daughter came home with a Gurgle Pot Christmas tree ornament she got at school. If I remember right, the owner of the company was there for an event and gave them out.
Practical Gifts
Practical gifts may not sound exciting, but when it’s something everyone can actually use, you can bet people will be fighting over it.
Sherpa Throw Blanket
A soft sherpa throw blanket is just what you need on those cold winter nights, and it’s the Dirty Santa gift that everyone loves.
Hydro Flask
This isn’t your ordinary water bottle. My 17-year-old wanted one for school one year. My husband kept taking it because he likes his water cold. No joke! This Hydro Flask still has ice in it after a long day!
Update: We now each have our own Hydro Flask! My son and daughter have theirs plastered with stickers.
Gas Card
Okay, okay, gift cards are kind of cheating, but gas cards would be a sure hit. Especially if it’s to a gas station that most people use. Pair it with a car wash bucket and sponge or fluffy dice to make it less of a cheat.
Are you ready to be the life of the Dirty Santa party? Create a commotion with the gift that everyone will want. The gift that is fun and useful! Snuggie anyone?
Frequently Asked Questions
More Dirty Santa Gift Ideas
- If the Dirty Santa Gift Exchange limit is $10, these $10 Dirty Santa Gift Exchange Ideas will help you stay on budget.
- When your teen is heading to a gift exchange party, check out these $10 Dirty Santa Gift Ideas For Teens so they take the right gift.
- For bigger budgets, these $25 Dirty Santa Gift Ideas will set you on the right track.
- Because it’s hard to find things that work for everyone, these Gender Neutral Dirty Santa Gifts will get your creative ideas going.
Dirty Santa Printables
Once you’ve picked your gift, these Dirty Santa Game Printables make it easy to keep your gift exchange running smoothly.
Hi! I’m Bridget!
I create printables and DIYs to help you get organized and celebrate special occasions! My mission is to inspire you to get creative and find joy in every day!
No doubt about it, Bridget, you are back with gusto! Love these ideas, especially the HoodiePillow. Mayhaps it might tone down the hubby’s snorefests! 🙂
Lol, Kay! I hear oils can help with that too;0)