No one knows exactly when Dad Jokes became a phenomenon. While many fathers will claim to be the first, the term was originally coined in June 1987 by Jim Kalbaugh, who wrote for The Gettysburg Times. Since then, thousands of eyes across the world have been rolled at these witty puns.

In celebration of Father’s Day and 37 years of Dad Jokes, below are some of the best/worst ones. Add your own in the comments, too!


1

How do you make a tissue dance?

Put a little boogie in it!

2

What is Forrest Gump’s password?

1forrest1

3

Why did the cookie go to the doctor?

Because it was feeling crummy.

4

I made a song about a tortilla once…

Now it’s more like a wrap.

5

Did you hear about the book about anti-gravity?

It’s impossible to put down.

6

How do oceans say hi to each other?

They wave.

7

Do you like cheese jokes?

Because I know a gouda one.

8

Why should you never play poker in the jungle?

Because there are too many cheetahs.

9

Where do sheep go on vacation?

The Baaaaa-hamas.

10

Why are mushrooms always invited to parties?

They’re a fungi.

two friends acting silly

11

Did you hear about the new breakfast place in space?

It’s out of this world.

12

Why are skeletons so calm?

Nothing gets under their skin.

13

I looked up my family tree…

All I found were a bunch of nuts.

14

Why was 6 afraid of 7?

Because 7 8 9.

15

Did you hear about the two volcanos who got married?

They are in lava.

16

Why shouldn’t you trust a tree?

They can be shady.

17

What is Humpty Dumpty’s favorite season?

Fall (he had a great one).

18

Did you hear about the king that went to the dentist?

He needed to get crowns.

19

I love my new podiatrist.

He toe-tally nailed it.

20

Don’t use a dull pencil.

It’s pointless.

Keep the laughing (or eye rolling) going! Let us know your favorite Dad Jokes in the comments!