You know, there’s something special about a good, bad dad joke. It’s the kind of humour that makes you groan, roll your eyes, and then laugh despite yourself.

As a dad, I’ve been trying to perfect the art of delivering these gems at just the right moment — usually at the dinner table, or whenever tempers are starting to fray, or anytime I can catch the kids off guard really. I’ve never been the best at delivering jokes (neurodiversity is what it is), but that never stopped me from trying!

In this post, I’ve compiled a list of 91 of the best bad dad jokes that are sure to spark a mix of laughter and eye-rolls from your kids, the wife and anyone that’ll listen. Suitable for most ages, let’s get this show on the road… but before we start.

Can I tell you a dirty joke?

A man fell in the mud. (oof)

10 Groan Enducing Bad Dad Jokes

Get ready to cringe and chuckle at the same time! These 10 groan-inducing bad dad jokes are so terrible, you won’t be able to resist laughing. Whether you love them or hate them, one thing’s for sure—these dad jokes will have you rolling your eyes and cracking a smile!

1. Did you know that there’s a fine line between a denominator and a numerator?
   Only a fraction of people will find this funny. (And less than half will get it).
2. My daughter finally started looking for a job. I told her there’s an entry level job that people are dying to get into and you start with 3000 people beneath you.
   Working at the graveyard isn’t for everyone though!
3. I was on the train to work and the conductor told me he had to charge me extra for telling dad jokes.
   I told him that’s not fare.
4. I’m so proud of my son, he’s taken to reading a lot recently but he’s always losing his place, he asked me for a book mark and I started bawling.
   Can’t believe he still doesn’t know my name is Seb.
5. The wife has been reading a lot of gothic romance horrors recently, so I asked her why does Dracula always bite people in the neck?
   She told me it’s because he’s a neck romancer.
6. My son asked me, “Dad, can you put the cat out?”
   I said, “I didn’t know it was on fire!”
7. I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes… so she gave me a hug.
8. I used to play piano by ear.
   But now I use my hands.
9. I asked my dog what’s two minus two.
   He said nothing.
10. Why do bees have sticky hair?
    Because they use honeycombs.

10 Cringe Worthy Punny Dad Jokes

Prepare yourself for some serious eye-rolling! These 10 cringe-worthy, pun-filled dad jokes are so cheesy, they’re impossible to ignore. Love them or loathe them, these puns are guaranteed to make you laugh—whether you want to or not!

1. I stayed up all night wondering where the sun went…
   Then it dawned on me.
2. What do you call cheese that isn’t yours?
   Nacho cheese!
3. I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon.
   I’ll let you know.
4. What’s orange and sounds like a parrot?
   A carrot!
5. I only know 25 letters of the alphabet.
   I don’t know y.
6. What did the janitor say when he jumped out of the closet?
   Supplies!
7. Why can’t you hear a pterodactyl go to the bathroom?
   Because the “P” is silent.
8. I used to hate facial hair…
   But then it grew on me.
9. How does a penguin build its house?
   Igloos it together.
10. I gave all my dead batteries away today…
    Free of charge.

10 Dad Jokes For The Techie, Nerdie & Math Dad

If your dad’s into tech, nerdy facts, or loves crunching numbers, these 10 dad jokes are right up his alley! Packed with geeky humor, tech references, and math puns, these jokes will have the techie, nerdie, and math-loving dads laughing (or groaning) in no time. Get ready for some brilliantly bad dad humor!

1. I told my wife that Old Macdonalds Farm had started to use artificial intelligence.
   Her: AI? Me: AI. Her: Oh.
2. Why was 2019 scared of 2020?
   Because they fought and 2021.
3. Why don’t programmers like nature?
   It has too many bugs.
4. How do robots pay for things?
   With cache.
5. Why don’t computers like spicy food?
   Too much byte.
6. Why do Java developers wear glasses?
   Because they don’t C#.
7. I was going to tell you a UDP joke, but you might not get it.
8. Parallel lines have so much in common. It’s a shame they’ll never meet.
9. What do you call an iPhone that isn’t kidding around?
   Dead Siri-ous.
10. Why do programmers prefer coding in dark mode?
    Because the light attracts bugs.

10 Dad Jokes to Embarrass Your Kids at the Dinner Table

Get ready to make your kids roll their eyes in the best way possible! These 10 dad jokes are perfect for bringing out at the dinner table when you’re in the mood for some light-hearted embarrassment. Guaranteed to get a mix of groans and giggles, these jokes will make you the star of family dinners—whether your kids like it or not!

1. What’s the best thing about Switzerland?
   I don’t know, but the flag is a big plus.
2. What did the lettuce say to the celery at dinner?
   Lettuce romaine friends!
3. Why did the tomato turn red?
   Because it saw the salad dressing!
4. I told my kids I’d make them dinner
   But then I realised I didn’t have enough thyme.
5. I couldn’t figure out how to get my seatbelt on at dinner
   Then it clicked.
6. My wife asked me to stop singing ‘Wonderwall’ at dinner.
   I said maybe.
7. I told a joke about pizza at the dinner table.
   It was cheesy, but everyone loved it.
8. Why don’t oysters share their food?
   They’re shellfish!
9. I asked the lemon what it wanted for dinner…
   it just gave me a sour look!
10. Why don’t we ever tell secrets at the dinner table?
    Because the potatoes have eyes and the corn has ears!

10 Outdoorsy Dad Jokes for Nature Lovers

For the dads who love the great outdoors, these 10 outdoorsy dad jokes are perfect for your next camping trip or hike! Packed with nature-themed humor, these jokes will have fellow nature lovers groaning (and laughing) all the way through the wilderness. Get ready to crack a smile under the stars!

1. Why did the tree take a nap?
   It was feeling a little sappy!
2. What do you call a bear with no teeth?
   A gummy bear!
3. Why don’t mountains ever get cold?
   They wear snowcaps!
4. How do trees access the internet?
   They log in!
5. What do you call a hiking computer?
   A trailblazer!
6. Why do mushrooms make great party guests?
   Because they’re such fungi!
7. What did the ocean say to the beach?
   Nothing, it just waved!
8. Why did the bird go to school?
   To improve its tweet-eracy!
9. Why did the fish blush?
   Because it saw the ocean’s bottom!
10. What do you get if you cross a tree and a dog?
    Bark!

10 Dad Jokes Perfect for Long Car Rides

Stuck in the car for hours? Keep the boredom at bay with these 10 dad jokes that are perfect for long road trips! Guaranteed to entertain (or mildly annoy) everyone in the car, these groan-worthy jokes will make the miles fly by with laughter and eye-rolls. Buckle up for some classic road trip humor!

1. Why don’t cars ever get tired?
   Because they’re always wheel-y excited to go!
2. What kind of car does a Jedi drive?
   A Toy-Yoda.
3. Why did the bicycle fall over?
   Because it was two-tired!
4. What kind of music do cars listen to?
   Auto-tunes!
5. What happens when a frog’s car breaks down?
   It gets toad!
6. Why did the SUV go to therapy?
   It had too much baggage.
7. What did the traffic light say to the car?
   Don’t look, I’m changing!
8. Why don’t cars tell secrets?
   Because they’re afraid they’ll let something slip!
9. I tried to make a belt out of car parts…
   but it was a waist of time.
10. I bought a new GPS, but it doesn’t get along with my car.
    They’re always arguing about the directions!

10 Animal Themed Dad Jokes That Are Purr-fect

Get ready for some wildly funny humor! These 10 animal-themed dad jokes are absolutely purr-fect for any animal lover. From paws-itively hilarious puns to jokes that will have you roaring with laughter, these are guaranteed to make you chuckle (and maybe groan). Let the animal antics begin!

1. Why don’t seagulls fly over the bay?
   Because then they’d be bagels!
2. Why did the cow become an astronaut?
   Because it wanted to see the moooon!
3. What do you call a fish with no eyes?
   Fsh!
4. Why are cats so good at video games?
   Because they have nine lives!
5. Why did the chicken join a band?
   Because it had the drumsticks!
6. What do you call an alligator in a vest?
   An investigator!
7. Why don’t elephants use computers?
   Because they’re afraid of the mouse!
8. How do you stop a bull from charging?
   Take away its credit card!
9. What do you call a deer with no eyes?
   No-eye-deer!
10. What do you call a deer with no eyes and no legs?
    Still no-eye-deer!

10 Sports Dad Jokes to Score Big Laughs

These 10 sports-themed dad jokes are sure to score big laughs with the whole family! Whether you’re a fan of football, basketball, or any game in between, these jokes are a slam dunk for sports-loving dads. Get ready to knock it out of the park with some classic, groan-worthy humor!

1. Why did the golfer bring two pairs of trousers?
   In case he got a hole in one!
2. Why is basketball such a messy sport?
   Because it’s all about dribbling!
3. Why did the American football coach go to the bank?
   To get his quarterback!
4. Why are tennis players so loud?
   Because they can’t handle a little racket!
5. Why do football players do so well in school?
   They know how to use their heads!
6. Why did the baseball team hire a baker?
   Because they needed a good batter!
7. What’s a runner’s favourite subject in school?
   Jog-raphy!
8. How does a football player stay cool?
   He stands next to the fans!
9. Why did the swimmer bring a pencil to the pool?
   To draw a breath!
10. Why don’t tennis players ever get married?
    Because love means nothing to them!

11 Classic Dad Jokes

Get ready for a trip down memory lane with these 11 classic dad jokes! Timeless, cheesy, and irresistibly funny, these jokes never get old and are guaranteed to make you laugh (or cringe). Whether you’ve heard them a hundred times or it’s your first encounter, these dad jokes are always a winner!

1. Why don’t skeletons fight each other?
   Because they don’t have the guts.
2. I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high.
   She looked surprised.
3. Did you hear about the cheese factory that exploded in France?
   There was nothing left but de-brie.
4. Why did the scarecrow win an award?
   Because he was outstanding in his field.
5. I’m reading a book on anti-gravity.
   I’m finding it impossible to put down.
6. Why did the mathematics book look sad?
   Because it had too many problems.
7. What do you call fake spaghetti?
   An impasta.
8. Why don’t scientists trust atoms?
   Because they make up everything.
9. How do you organise a space party?
   You planet.
10. Talking about inventions of the past century with the wife and I quipped that the dry erase board has to be one of the most remarkable.
11. Why don’t eggs tell jokes?
    They’d crack each other up.

That’s a Wrap

Well, there you have it—91 of the best worst dad jokes to keep your audience groaning and giggling. We hope these jokes cracked you up and didn’t drive you bananas! If you’re pawsing for breath after laughing so hard or just feeling sheepish from all the cheesy humor, mission accomplished. Remember, when it comes to dad jokes, the pun-ishment never ends, so keep them rolling and don’t let anyone rain on your pun-rade!

I’ll see myself out… but if you enjoyed these puns and are itching to share the laughter, don’t keep them to yourself! Spread the joy and share this post with friends and family who could use a chuckle. We’d love to hear your favorites, too! So, drop a comment below with your best dad joke or let us know which one had you in stitches. Remember, sharing is caring, and in the world of dad jokes, there’s always room for more pun-believable humour!