The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with loved ones, enjoy festive treats, and, of course, share a few laughs. Whether you're at the Christmas dinner table or ringing in the New Year, there's no better way to lighten the mood than with some classic dad jokes. We’ve got hilarious jokes that are guaranteed to make everyone groan—while secretly loving it.
Why did Santa go to music school?
Because he wanted to improve his wrapping skills!
What do you call an elf that sings?
A wrapper!
Why was the Christmas tree so bad at knitting?
It kept dropping its needles!
How does a snowman get around?
By riding an “icicle!”
What do you call a cat on Christmas?
Santa Claws!
Why don’t you ever see Santa in the hospital?
Because he has private elf care!
Why did the ornament go to school?
It wanted to be brighter!
What do reindeer hang on their Christmas trees?
Horn-aments!
Why doesn’t Santa like chimneys?
They’re a bit soot-y for his taste!
What’s Santa’s favourite type of sandwich?
Peanut butter and jolly!
What do you call a holiday party in space?
A stellar-bration!
What’s a Christmas tree’s favourite candy?
Orna-mints!
Why do mummies love the holidays?
Because of all the wrapping!
What do you call a broke Santa?
Saint Nickel-less!
What kind of cars do elves drive?
Toy-otas!
How does Rudolph know when Christmas is coming?
He looks at his calen-deer!
Why don’t Christmas lights ever argue?
Because they always find common ground!
What did one snowflake say to the other?
You’re one-of-a-kind!
What do you call people who are afraid of Santa?
Claus-trophobic!
Why did the calendar break up with the clock?
It just needed some time apart!
What’s a cow’s favourite New Year’s resolution?
To moooove more!
Why did the man bring a ladder to the New Year’s party?
He wanted to reach the high resolutions!
What’s the best way to toast the New Year?
With bread, obviously!
Why did the fireworks fail their New Year’s resolutions?
Because they couldn’t keep their spark!
What’s the best New Year’s gift?
A calendar—it’s about time!
Why don’t ghosts make New Year’s resolutions?
They can’t handle the “boo”-year pressure!
What do you say to a cheese lover on New Year’s Eve?
“Happy New Cheese!”
How do you greet a new year in style?
With a big “cheers” and a bigger pair of shoes!
Why was the broom late to the New Year’s party?
It swept right past the clock!
Why did the turkey join the band?
Because it had the drumsticks!
What’s a snowman’s favourite snack?
Ice Krispies treats!
Why are Christmas cookies so good at poker?
Because they know when to fold!
What does a gingerbread man put on his bed?
A cookie sheet!
Why don’t eggs tell holiday jokes?
They crack each other up!
What do elves eat for breakfast?
Frosted flakes!
What’s Santa’s favourite pizza?
Deep-pan, crisp, and even!
Why was the snowman embarrassed at dinner?
He forgot to put his scarf on—talk about a frosty reception!
What’s a Christmas tree’s least favourite vegetable?
Spruce sprouts!
What do snowmen wear on their heads?
Ice caps!
What’s a snowman’s favourite drink?
Iced tea!
Why don’t snowmen ever argue?
They just let it slide!
How do mountains keep warm in the winter?
They put on their snowcaps!
Why did Frosty call his friend?
He wanted to “chill” out!
What do you call a snowman with a six-pack?
An abdominal snowman!
What did the snowball say to the parent snowball?
You’re snow joke, Dad!
What’s a snowman’s least favourite movie?
The Heat!
Why did the snowflake feel lonely?
Because it felt flakey in a crowd!
How do you know a snowman has been in your fridge?
You’ll find a puddle where the milk used to be!
Enjoy spreading some holiday cheer with these laugh-out-loud dad jokes!
