Not every dad needs a bong candle.
But if your dad is 420-friendly, has a sense of humor, and would absolutely appreciate a candle that eventually turns into the obvious, you have found the right Father’s Day gift guide.
Because let’s be honest. Father’s Day gifts can get painfully predictable. Golf balls. Grill tools. A mug. Another shirt he will wear once while mowing the lawn. Cute, but not exactly legendary.
A bong candle is different. It starts as an 18 oz hand-poured soy wax candle in a reusable borosilicate glass vessel. He burns it, enjoys the scent, cleans it out, and then gets to reuse the vessel as a vase, reed diffuser, or, well, exactly what he thinks it is.
So if you are shopping for a dad, husband, stepdad, grandpa, father figure, or cool uncle who smokes and would think this is funny and useful, this is the Father’s Day gift guide you actually need.
Below, we matched our favorite bong candles to dad personalities, from golf dad and whiskey dad to snack dad, music dad, alien dad, and the dad who just wants to be left alone in the garage for one single peaceful hour.
Why bong candles make good gifts for 420-friendly dads
A good Father’s Day gift should feel personal, not like you grabbed the first thing near the checkout line.
That is why bong candles work so well for dads who smoke. They are funny without being useless, stylish without being boring, and practical in a way dad will absolutely understand after the candle is finished.
Each bong candle is made with 100% soy wax, cotton wicks, phthalate-free fine fragrance oils and a reusable glass vessel. While it burns, it makes his space smell better. After the wax is gone, he can clean it out and upcycle the vessel.
Basically, it is a candle, a conversation piece, and a future piece all in one.
That makes it a strong Father’s Day gift for:
- 420-friendly dads
- Dads who smoke
- Dads who like funny gifts
- Dads who appreciate useful gifts
- Dads who already have enough mugs
- Dads who like candles but would never admit it
- Dads who deserve something better than another grill spatula
For the golf dad: on grass bong candle
If he loves golf and a different kind of grass, on grass is the obvious Father’s Day pick.
This fresh, green scent tees off with green leaves, sage and cut grass, then finishes with citrus and lemongrass. It smells like a perfect morning on the course before he starts blaming the wind, the club, the cart path, or literally anything except his swing.
On grass is one of the best gifts for golf dads because it is funny, scent-forward and extremely specific in the best way. It works for the dad who golfs every weekend, watches golf like it is a full-contact sport, or has said “I just need one new club” every year since 2008.
Scent notes: green leaves, sage, cut grass, citrus, lemongrass.
Best for: Golf dads, lawn dads, patio dads, daytime smokers, and dads who own too many polos.
For the clean cologne dad: manchild bong candle
Manchild is for the dad who wants his space to smell clean, masculine and put together, even if the rest of his life says otherwise.
This scent blends powder, sandalwood, musk, sea salt, eucalyptus, petitgrain and ozone for a fresh cologne-adjacent vibe. It is clean without smelling sterile, masculine without smelling like a fake leather recliner, and funny without trying too hard.
It is also a great gift for the dad who says he does not like candles, then immediately asks what smells so good.
Scent notes: powder, sandalwood, musk, sea salt, eucalyptus, petitgrain, ozone.
Best for: Dads who like clean scents, dads who deny liking candles, husband gifts, boyfriend gifts, and dads whose bathroom needs help.
For the whiskey dad: crossfade bong candle
Some dads like whiskey. Some dads like weed. Some dads like both and call it “unwinding.”
Crossfade is for that dad.
This warm, boozy scent is soaked in whiskey with smoky vanilla, caramel and butterscotch. It has bar cart energy, old fashioned energy, “I have a story about that” energy. It is rich, cozy and just the right amount of dangerous.
Crossfade is a great Father’s Day candle for the dad who likes bourbon, whiskey, cigars, late nights, man caves, or pretending his home bar is a serious establishment.
Scent notes: whiskey, smoky vanilla, caramel, butterscotch.
Best for: Whiskey dads, bourbon dads, bar cart dads, man cave dads, and dads who pour with confidence.
For the woodsy dad: wood bong candle
Wood is for the dad who likes earthy, masculine, cabin-adjacent scents.
This blend combines vetiver, amber, dark musk, cedar, hemp and bergamot. It smells like a good jacket, a record collection, a cabin weekend, and a dad who knows exactly where the lighter is because he has had the same one for six years.
Wood is a strong pick if you want something masculine and elevated, but still very much on brand for a dad who smokes.
Scent notes: vetiver, amber, dark musk, cedar, hemp, bergamot.
Best for: Woodsy dads, cabin dads, record dads, tool dads, and dads who have very strong opinions about firewood.
For the smoky lounge dad: spliff bong candle
Spliff is for the dad who likes warm, smooth, tobacco-inspired scents.
With sweet tobacco, amaretto and oak, spliff smells rich, nostalgic and relaxed. It is not trying to smell like fresh laundry. It is trying to smell like a dim lounge, a good story, and someone who knows how to take the edge off.
This is a great gift for smoker dads, cigar dads, late-night dads, and anyone who appreciates a scent that leans warm and grown-up.
Scent notes: sweet tobacco, amaretto, oak.
Best for: Smoker dads, cigar lounge vibes, tobacco scent lovers, cozy rooms, and dads who know where the good snacks are.
For the chill dad: indica bong candle
Indica is for the dad whose dream Father’s Day includes the couch, the remote, no errands, and snacks within arm’s reach.
This smooth scent brings together bergamot, oak and bourbon for a relaxed, mellow vibe that works in a living room, den, bedroom, or wherever dad plans to do absolutely nothing for a little while.
It is a great choice for the dad who treats relaxing like a competitive sport.
Scent notes: bergamot, oak, bourbon.
Best for: Chill dads, couch dads, bourbon scent lovers, night-in dads, and dads who have earned the nap.
For the snack dad: korn bong candle
If dad believes movie night is not complete without snacks, korn belongs in the cart.
This nostalgic scent starts with warm, salty popcorn, then adds vanilla, caramel and brown sugar. It is snacky, sweet, buttery and perfect for dads who still think the 90s were only 12 years ago.
Korn works especially well for music dads, movie dads, snack dads, and dads who say “they don’t make stuff like this anymore” about literally everything.
Scent notes: warm salty popcorn, vanilla, caramel, brown sugar.
Best for: Snack dads, movie-night dads, 90s dads, music dads, and dads with band tees older than their kids.
For the dessert dad: pot brownie bong candle
Some dads want a steak. Some dads want a beer. Some dads want chocolate and a two-hour nap.
Pot brownie is for the dad with a sweet tooth and a sense of humor. It smells like chocolate, hazelnut and cream, which makes it rich, cozy and very snack-adjacent.
It is dessert without the dose, which is probably for the best because dad already said he “knows his limits” and absolutely no one believed him.
Scent notes: chocolate, hazelnut, cream.
Best for: Dessert dads, chocolate lovers, edible joke appreciators, cozy nights, and snack-first households.
For the dad with a sweet tooth and a story: jelly roll bong candle
Jelly roll smells like strawberry jam, fried dough, warm vanilla and sugar. It is sweet, rich, messy and very much not your average Father’s Day candle.
This one is perfect for the dad who loves dessert, country music energy, redemption arcs, funny gifts, and anything that feels like a conversation piece.
Want to make the gift bigger? Go for the jelly roll sesh set, which includes the candle, a custom Empire Glassworks jelly roll dry pipe, and a downstem + bowl set.
Scent notes: strawberry jam, fried dough, warm vanilla, sugar.
Best for: Dessert dads, music dads, glass collectors, limited edition lovers, stoner dads, and dads who deserve something sweeter than another hardware store gift card.
For the old-school hip-hop dad: c.r.e.a.m. bong candle
If dad taught you about real music, real lyrics and why everything was better before streaming, c.r.e.a.m. is a solid pick.
This creamy scent mixes vanilla, sugar and buttercream into a warm, nostalgic blend. It is sweet, smooth and easy to love, especially for dads who like dessert scents but do not want full bakery chaos.
Scent notes: vanilla, sugar, buttercream.
Best for: Hip-hop dads, dessert scent lovers, nostalgic dads, sweet candle fans, and dads who appreciate a good reference.
For the alternative music dad: a.d.i.d.a.s. bong candle
A.d.i.d.a.s. is for the dad who still has opinions about 90s music, festival lineups and what counts as “real” alternative.
This scent blends patchouli, musk and amber with tuberose, dahlia and orange blossom. It is floral, musky, warm and much more complex than the name lets on.
This is a good Father’s Day pick if dad likes darker florals, incense-adjacent scents, nostalgic music references, or something unexpected.
Scent notes: patchouli, musk, amber, tuberose, dahlia, orange blossom.
Best for: 90s dads, alternative music dads, musky floral fans, nostalgic scent lovers, and dads with surprisingly good taste.
For the alien dad: contact high bong candle
If dad loves UFO documentaries, conspiracy podcasts, unexplained lights in the sky, or saying “the government knows more than they’re telling us,” contact high is the one.
This limited edition scent blends crisp apple and bright marine notes with fresh florals, patchouli, vanilla and cedarwood. It is fresh, strange and oddly comforting, which is exactly the right energy for a candle that looks like it may have been recovered from Area 420.
You can also go bigger with the contact high UAP kit, which includes the candle, glow-in-the-dark Empire Glassworks accessories, a terp jar candle and a rechargeable lighter.
Scent notes: crisp apple, marine notes, fresh florals, patchouli, vanilla, cedarwood.
Best for: Alien dads, podcast dads, limited edition collectors, fresh scent lovers, and dads who ask “what do you think that was?” while pointing at a plane.
For the patriotic backyard dad: 'merica bong candle
If Father’s Day usually turns into grilling, cooler drinks, lawn chairs and someone yelling “turn it up,” 'merica is a very appropriate choice.
This is a funny patriotic candle for 420-friendly dads who love backyard hangs, summer cookouts, Fourth of July plans and being outside for no clear reason other than “it’s nice out.”
Best for: Backyard dads, grill dads, patriotic dads, summer dads, and dads who say “watch this” before doing something unnecessary.
For the dad who needs one hour of peace: f*ck off bong candle
Some dads want quality time. Some dads want silence. Some dads want both, but in separate rooms.
F*ck off is for the dad with a dry sense of humor and a deep need for uninterrupted garage time.
It is a funny Father’s Day gift for the dad who loves his family very much, but would also like everyone to stop opening the door and asking where things are.
Best for: Sarcastic dads, garage dads, work-from-home dads, man cave dads, and anyone whose love language is being left alone for 45 minutes.
For the sentimental dad: thank you bong candle
Not every Father’s Day gift has to be a joke. Sometimes the message is simple: thanks for the rides, the advice, the emergency repairs, the overexplained directions, and pretending not to judge our decisions.
Thank you is a thoughtful pick for dads, stepdads, grandpas, father figures, mentors, and anyone who showed up for you.
It is sincere without being boring, which is kind of the sweet spot.
Best for: Sentimental dads, stepdads, grandpas, mentors, father figures, and anyone who deserves more than a card.
For the girl dad who knows too much lore: anti-hero bong candle
If dad is not the Swiftie but has been forced to learn the lore by living in your house, anti-hero is a funny wildcard pick.
It works especially well for dads who pretend not to care but somehow know the chorus, or for the dad who has fully accepted that the family group chat is mostly concert updates, memes and links to things he is expected to understand.
Best for: Girl dads, Swiftie households, music dads, funny Father’s Day gifts, and dads who are the problem in a lovable way.
How to choose the right bong candle for dad
Still not sure which one fits him? Start with his personality.
- He golfs: on grass
- He loves whiskey: crossfade
- He likes clean masculine scents: manchild
- He likes woodsy scents: wood
- He likes smoky, tobacco-style scents: spliff
- He is always snacking: korn or pot brownie
- He loves dessert: jelly roll or c.r.e.a.m.
- He loves aliens: contact high
- He needs space: f*ck off
- You want to keep it sincere: thank you
Or browse the full Father’s Day collection and pick the one that feels most like him.
Do bong candles actually become bongs?
Yes. That is the whole point.
Each bong candle is poured into a reusable borosilicate glass vessel. Once dad burns through the wax, he can clean it out and reuse the vessel as a vase, reed diffuser, or the obvious.
Before he starts digging wax out like he is cleaning a carburetor, send him our guide to removing candle wax from your bong candle. It walks through how to clean out the candle safely and actually enjoy the upcycle part.
If you want to complete the setup, add a downstem + bowl set.
A few candle care tips for dad
If dad is the kind of person who reads instructions, great. If he is the kind of person who says “I got it” while absolutely not having it, send him this section anyway.
- Trim the wick before each burn
- Let the wax melt evenly across the top during the first burn
- Burn the candle on a heat-safe surface
- Keep it away from drafts, pets and anything flammable
- Never leave it burning unattended, even if dad says he is “keeping an eye on it” from another room
For the full breakdown, read our guide to candle care for maximum glow. If the candle starts tunneling, our post on how to fix candle tunneling has you covered.
Final hit: give him a Father’s Day gift he will actually use
If your dad is 420-friendly, a bong candle is the kind of Father’s Day gift that makes sense immediately.
It smells good. It is funny. It is useful. It becomes something else when the candle is done. And it is way more memorable than another “dad” mug, golf towel, or grill accessory he may or may not already own.
Whether he is a golf dad, whiskey dad, woodsy dad, snack dad, smoker dad, alien dad, music dad, or “please leave me alone in the garage” dad, there is a bong candle that fits his exact brand of dad energy.
Shop Father’s Day gifts for dads who smoke and give him something worth lighting up.
People also ask
What is a good Father’s Day gift for a dad who smokes?
A bong candle is a good Father’s Day gift for a dad who smokes because it starts as a highly scented soy wax candle and can be reused after the wax is gone. For 420-friendly dads, try on grass, manchild, crossfade, wood or spliff.
Are bong candles good gifts for dads?
Yes, bong candles are good gifts for 420-friendly dads because they are funny, useful and reusable. They work especially well for dads who smoke, like candles, appreciate unique gifts, or enjoy stoner-inspired humor.
Do bong candles turn into real bongs?
Yes. Bong candles are poured into reusable borosilicate glass vessels. Once the candle is finished, you can clean out the wax and reuse the vessel as a vase, reed diffuser, or the obvious. Read our guide to removing candle wax from your bong candle before upcycling it.
What candle should I get for a golf dad?
On grass is the best bong candle for a golf dad. It smells like green leaves, sage, cut grass, citrus and lemongrass, making it a funny and fresh Father’s Day gift for dads who golf.
What candle should I get for a dad who likes whiskey?
Crossfade is a good candle for dads who like whiskey. It has notes of whiskey, smoky vanilla, caramel and butterscotch for a warm, rich scent that feels perfect for a bar cart, man cave or cozy night in.
What is a good masculine candle for Father’s Day?
Good masculine candles for Father’s Day include manchild, wood, crossfade, spliff and indica. These scents lean clean, woody, smoky, boozy or musky without feeling boring.
What is a funny Father’s Day gift that is not boring?
A funny Father’s Day gift that is not boring is a bong candle. It smells good, gets a laugh, and can be reused after the candle is done. It is especially good for 420-friendly dads who would appreciate the joke and the function.
What candle smells like pot brownies?
Pot brownie smells like chocolate, hazelnut and cream. It is a warm dessert-inspired candle that makes a funny Father’s Day gift for dads with a sweet tooth.
What bong candle is best for dads who like fresh scents?
For fresh scents, try on grass for a green cut-grass scent, manchild for a clean masculine scent, or contact high for a fresh, mysterious scent with apple, marine notes, florals, patchouli, vanilla and cedarwood.
What bong candle is best for dads who like sweet scents?
For sweet scents, try jelly roll for strawberry jam, fried dough, vanilla and sugar, c.r.e.a.m. for vanilla, sugar and buttercream, or pot brownie for chocolate, hazelnut and cream.