Some gifts are thoughtful. Some are practical. And then there are gag gifts — the kind that make people laugh, cringe, and immediately pull out their phones to record reactions.
In 2025, these gag gifts completely took over TikTok, Instagram Reels, and group chats across the U.S. From ridiculous desk toys to hilariously inappropriate surprises, these are the gag gifts people actually bought, shared, and talked about.
If you’re looking for funny gift ideas that guarantee laughs (or awkward silence), here are 27 gag gifts that went viral in 2025.
1. The Yodelling Pickle
It’s a pickle. It yodels. And nobody ever expects it.
This bizarre little gadget became a viral favorite because pressing a pickle and hearing yodeling is somehow endlessly funny.
Perfect for desks, prank gifts, or confusing house guests.
2. Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy (Mini Desk Edition)
The internet’s favorite inflatable icon — now small enough to live on your desk.
This mini tube guy waves wildly all day long, distracting coworkers and boosting morale for absolutely no reason.
Office productivity not included.
3. Potty Fisher Toilet Fishing Game
Why scroll your phone when you can fish from the toilet?
This legendary bathroom game turns restroom breaks into competitive fishing tournaments.
Yes, it’s ridiculous. That’s why it went viral.
4. Bag of Unicorn Farts (Cotton Candy)
Magical? Yes. Questionable? Also yes.
This cotton candy prank gift fooled thousands of buyers — and even more recipients.
The name alone does all the work.
5. Burritos Tortilla Blanket
Wrap yourself like a human burrito and confuse everyone around you.
This blanket went viral for being both cozy and absurd.
Comfort food, but make it wearable.
6. Toilet Night Light (Motion Activated)
Nothing says innovation like a glowing toilet bowl at 3 a.m.
This motion-activated night light became a viral hit for being surprisingly useful and incredibly weird.
Bathroom ambience achieved.
7. “I Pee in Pools” Trucker Hat
Social experiment or public menace?
This brutally honest hat went viral because wearing it instantly clears personal space.
Pool parties may never be the same.
8. Prank Pack “Roto Wipe” Gift Box
The box says it all — and that’s the prank.
These fake product boxes went viral for ruining gift-opening moments.
The confusion is priceless.
9. The Toilet Timer
This sand timer politely tells you to stop hiding in the bathroom.
It went viral as the ultimate passive-aggressive gift.
Ideal for families and roommates.
10. Deez Nutz Scented Candle
People buy it for the joke.
They keep it because it actually smells good.
One of the most shared gag candles of the year.
11. Tiny Hands (10-Pack Finger Puppets)
Why use normal fingers when tiny hands exist?
These finger puppets took over social media for being unreasonably funny.
Once you try them, you can’t stop.
12. The Screaming Goat
Squeeze it and it screams.
That’s it. That’s the product.
And yes — it still went massively viral.
13. Chicken Leg Socks
These socks turn your legs into drumsticks.
They went viral for being both horrifying and hilarious.
Not recommended for family dinners.
14. Pizza Socks Box
Looks like pizza. Smells like socks.
This fake-out gift fooled thousands before revealing itself.
Disappointment never looked so funny.
15. SipCaddy Shower Beer & Wine Holder
Because hydration is important — even in the shower.
This practical gag gift went viral for obvious reasons.
Shower beers officially normalized.
16. Bring Me Wine Socks
Subtle communication at its finest.
These socks went viral for speaking the truth out loud.
No explanation required.
17. Banana Phone Bluetooth Handset
It’s a banana. It’s a phone. It’s Bluetooth.
This ridiculous gadget exploded on social media.
Yes — it actually works.
18. Desktop Boxing: Knock Out Your Stress!
Stress relief, but tiny.
This desk toy lets you punch your frustrations away.
Office rage never looked cuter.
19. People of Walmart Adult Coloring Book
Exactly what the title promises.
This book went viral for capturing America’s wildest shopping moments.
Color responsibly.
20. Maybe Swearing Will Help Adult Coloring Book
Relaxation, but with profanity.
This coloring book became a viral stress-relief favorite.
Therapy, but cheaper.
21. The Gift of Nothing
When someone says, “I don’t want anything.”
This gift took that literally — and went viral for it.
Zero effort. Maximum impact.
22. Emergency Underpants (In a Tin)
You don’t think you need them — until you do.
This prank gift went viral for obvious reasons.
Hope you never open the tin.
23. Instant Underpants (Just Add Water)
Add water. Watch underwear appear.
This viral gag gift left everyone confused and impressed.
Science is amazing.
24. Handerpants (Underpants for Hands)
Exactly what it sounds like.
These tiny underwear for hands went viral for being deeply unnecessary.
You’ll laugh. Then question humanity.
25. TriceraTaco Taco Holder
A dinosaur that holds tacos.
This absurd kitchen accessory went viral instantly.
Because tacos deserve dinosaurs.
26. Cat Butt Magnets
Cat magnets, but only the back half.
These fridge magnets went viral for being shockingly popular.
Cat lovers understand.
27. Senior Moment Mints
For when you forget what you were doing.
This cheeky gag gift went viral among families.
Laughs included. Memory not guaranteed.