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THE BEST white elephant gifts offer a little more than you might think. After all, the objective is to amuse and entertain, but in a fashion that's somewhat competitive. You want to be issuing the best white elephant gift that everybody wants, whether they know it or not. To win the white elephant gift exchange is to start a trade war over the item you thoughtfully selected.
Well, we have a list of the top white elephant gift ideas below, made up of everything from deceptive prank puzzles to Danny Devito sequin pillows. We've got cool skull decanters, fun drinking games, festive Willie Nelson ornaments, and more. Yep, these white elephant gifts offer both a smirk of appreciation, some creative flair, and availability here in our last week before Christmas.
Top White Elephant Gift Ideas
- Best Gift Overall: People of Walmart Activity Book, $11.99
- Best Gift Under $10: Pulidiki Car Cleaning Gel, $6
- Best Gift Under $15: Funny Danny Devito Sequin Pillow, $14.99
- Best Gift Under $20: Super Universal Socket Tool, $14.99 (40% off)
- Best Gift Under $30: Yeti 4 oz Stackable Cups, $30
- Best Gift Under $40: Make-Your-Own Image Viewfinder, $34.95
- Best Gift Under $50: Camerons All-in-One Tailgating Table, $49.99
These presents could end up in the hands of everybody from the coworker down the hall to your boss, so they need to be attractive on a number of levels. A useful white elephant gift is great. A funny white elephant gift is even better (as long as you don't cross the line). Try too hard and the gift could scare people off. Don't try enough and nobody will want that stale item. There's a happy medium and we're here to get you there.
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Best Gag White Elephant Gift
The People of Walmart Adult In-Activity Book
Best Gag White Elephant Gift
The People of Walmart Adult In-Activity Book
An activity book is the perfect form of entertainment to help us put our phones down. This gift appeals to all ages, offering plenty of hilarious content inspired by the people of Walmart. Of the many epic gag gifts out there, this one may take the cake. It's especially fun to do with others while traveling too!
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Best Celebrity-Themed White Elephant Gift
Rackynass Funny DIY Sequin Pillows
Best Celebrity-Themed White Elephant Gift
Rackynass Funny DIY Sequin Pillows
Have you seen a better pillow? Didn't think so. These celeb sets are reversible and bring an instant smile to the beholder. They may never get to hand with a movie star but at least they can pretend to on the couch.
Best Funny Game Gift
Paladone Lightning Reaction Reloaded - Shocking Game
Best Funny Game Gift
Paladone Lightning Reaction Reloaded - Shocking Game
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Great games offers high stakes. The risk here is getting a slight shock. The reward? Triumphing over your family and friends, of course. A little like musical chairs, the quickest mind wins. Loser gets shocked.
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Most Ridiculous White Elephant Gift
Seymour Butz Prank Gift Box Shower Margarita Machine
Most Ridiculous White Elephant Gift
Seymour Butz Prank Gift Box Shower Margarita Machine
Some of the best White Elephant gifts are fake-outs. This Margarita Machine may be the best of them all, an idea that might actually have some legs.
Best NSFW White Elephant Gift
KUMLENMO Jar of f*cks (5oz)
Best NSFW White Elephant Gift
KUMLENMO Jar of f*cks (5oz)
Just because you're White Elephant happens with coworkers doesn't mean it has to be G-rated. We love this hilarious jar, which contains about 100 f--k's, a healthy amount to give if you ask us.
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Best Date-Themed White Elephant Game to Gift
It's a Date! 40 Fun & Romantic Scratch Off Date Ideas
Best Date-Themed White Elephant Game to Gift
It's a Date! 40 Fun & Romantic Scratch Off Date Ideas
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Icebreakers make for great White Elephant gifts as they take the awkwardness out of, well, what tends to be awkward. This game is built around scratch-off date ideas and will be enjoyed by all, whether the giftee is still in the dating game or long married.
Best Happy Hour White Elephant Gift
Jess and John Feller Espresso Martini Infusion Kit
Best Happy Hour White Elephant Gift
Jess and John Feller Espresso Martini Infusion Kit
Last year was the year of the espresso Martini meaning this year is the year you master the recipe at home. This infusion kit will improve your bartending skills and add a little flair to your next happy hour.
Best Group Game White Elephant Gift
Exploding Kittens LLC Poetry for Neanderthals Game
Best Group Game White Elephant Gift
Exploding Kittens LLC Poetry for Neanderthals Game
This game seems simple on the surface but it's actually quite engaging, not to mention entertaining. The best players have to do a lot with a little, expressing a concept or idea with as little as a single grunt. It'll activate the caveman in you.
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Best Spirit Gift
The co*cktail Box Co. The co*cktail Box Co. Moscow Mule co*cktail Kit
Best Spirit Gift
The co*cktail Box Co. The co*cktail Box Co. Moscow Mule co*cktail Kit
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Whether you're traveling this holiday season or cooped up at home, he'll love this convenient co*cktail kit. It features everything he'll need to whip up his favorite co*cktail anywhere.
Best Stress Relief White Elephant Gift
It's Not Worth The Jail Time Funny Coworker Gift
Best Stress Relief White Elephant Gift
It's Not Worth The Jail Time Funny Coworker Gift
This three-pack of stress balls is a kind reminder that whatever you've got going on in that head of yours, it's never truly worth it.
Best Portable Charger Gift
Anker Anker Magnetic Battery, 5,000mAh Foldable Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger with Stand and USB-C (On The Side), Only for iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone14/13 Serie
Best Portable Charger Gift
Anker Anker Magnetic Battery, 5,000mAh Foldable Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger with Stand and USB-C (On The Side), Only for iPhone 15/15 Plus/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone14/13 Serie
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This wireless power bank is quite clever, leaning against a kickstand as it holds up your device. It works with iPhones 12-15 and quickly juices up your phone even while perusing Insta or streaming the game.
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John Thompson
Senior Gear and Commerce Editor
John Thompson is the Senior Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology. He was previously the Style & Gear Editor at BroBible.com, and a commerce writer for TheManual.com. His interests include attending concerts, spending time outside, and following his favorite baseball team, the Kansas City Royals.
Mark Stock
Mark Stock is a food, drink, and outdoors writer from Portland, Oregon. He spent years making, selling, and sipping Pinot Noir in the Dundee Hills before a full return to his journalistic roots in 2016. In addition to Men's Health, he writes for SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, The Somm Journal, The Drake, Willamette Week, Travel Oregon, and more.