10 Ways to Prank your Dad

Dads are legendary for their dad jokes, suspicious BBQ techniques, and their mysterious ability to fall asleep mid-sentence. But they’re also perfect targets for a good-natured prank! Whether it’s Father’s Day, April Fools’, or just a random Tuesday, pulling off a funny and harmless prank on your dad can lead to belly laughs and unforgettable memories—just be ready to run if it goes too well.

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So here’s a list of 10 hilarious ways to prank your dad that are all in good fun. Just make sure you keep it light and loving—after all, we still want him to make us breakfast this weekend!

• 1. The Classic TV Remote Switcheroo

Swap out the batteries in his TV remote or put a piece of tape over the sensor so it mysteriously “stops working.” Watch in amusement as he taps it harder and harder, pointing it in different directions with increasing frustration.

When he finally gives up, hand him the remote with the most innocent face ever and say, “I think you just needed to believe in it a little more.” Bonus points if you record his confused expressions.

• 2. Bluetooth Speaker Surprise

Hide a Bluetooth speaker somewhere in the house and play random sounds—like a dog barking, a phone ringing, or whispering voices—at random intervals. Pick a spot like behind the couch or under the sink for maximum mystery.

Once he starts pacing the hallway or checking windows like he’s in a spy movie, casually walk by and say, “You hearing voices too, Dad?” He’ll either laugh… or call an exorcist.

• 3. The Auto-Correct Attack

If your dad uses a phone or tablet a lot, sneak into his autocorrect settings and change common words like “okay” to “I love One Direction” or “yes” to “you got it, boss.”

Wait for him to send a work text or reply to a friend, and enjoy the confusion followed by the “HOW DO I TURN THIS OFF?!” moment. Tech pranks always hit different.

• 4. Fake Bug in His Drink

Grab a fake (but realistic) plastic spider or bug and carefully stick it inside his coffee mug or cup. When he goes for that relaxing sip, brace yourself for the dramatic jump and shocked expression.

Just make sure he doesn’t drop the cup—or blame you for needing a new set of dishes. Proceed with an emergency refill and an “oops, my bad!”

• 5. The “Dad Bod Gym Membership” Gag

Print out a fake gym membership or email from a fake personal trainer titled “Your Dad Bod Intervention Starts Now.” Leave it on the kitchen counter or email it from a spoofed address.

His reaction will either be mock offended or full-on panic. Either way, follow it up with a donut and say, “Just kidding, Dad. You’re perfect in your potato shape.” 🥔

• 6. Toilet Seat Surprise

Stretch clear plastic wrap tightly under the toilet seat so it’s barely noticeable. When Dad goes in for his morning business, he’s in for a splashy surprise.

This one is messy—but hilarious. Just be ready to bolt once he starts yelling your name from the bathroom!

• 7. The “Voice Assistant Betrayal”

Change the voice of his Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant to another language—or even set weird responses like “I don’t take orders from you, Earthling” when he says “turn off the lights.”

The moment he says “Alexa, play the news,” and it responds with an opera performance? Priceless. Blame the AI revolution.

• 8. Frozen Cereal Trick

Pour a bowl of cereal with milk the night before and freeze it solid. In the morning, add a fresh layer of cereal on top so it looks totally normal. Hand it to him as his usual breakfast.

When he goes to dig in and the spoon won’t budge, the look of betrayal is next level. Just make sure there’s a backup breakfast ready to keep the peace.

• 9. Sticky Note Madness

Cover his car, office, or garage tools with sticky notes of all colors. Write things like “Dad’s Throne,” “King of the Grill,” or “Don’t touch, Dad’s property!” on some of them for a creative twist.

He’ll act annoyed, but deep down, he’ll secretly love being pranked and appreciated at the same time. And yes—he’ll be peeling those notes off for days.

• 10. Voiceover Mayhem

Record yourself doing a fake voiceover of something he’s watching—like a nature documentary or the news—and sync it with a muted version. Play it back and act like nothing is weird.

When the narrator says “And here we see the majestic Dad creature, hiding in his man cave, pretending to nap,” your dad will realize something’s up—right before cracking up.

Final Thoughts

Pranking your dad isn’t about getting one over on him—it’s about sharing laughter, memories, and showing him you care in a hilarious way. Just keep it harmless, playful, and within your dad’s prank tolerance level (which is usually pretty high if he’s the jokester in the house).

The key to a perfect dad prank? Make sure the laughter goes both ways. After all, he taught you most of your tricks… now it’s just time to level up.