Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you’re just now getting around to thinking of the perfect gift for the dad in your life.

Whether you’re shopping for your own dad, your partner, or a father figure who means the world to you, you want something thoughtful, useful— and something that they will truly enjoy. That’s why I’ve rounded up the top 10 best Father’s Day gifts, with a local Edmonton twist. From cozy experiences to practical finds, these gift ideas support small businesses right here at home— but they’re also the kind of thoughtful treasures you can track down in most cities. Keep reading for a Father’s Day gift guide that’s personal, memorable, and full of heart.

Top 10 Best Father’s Day Gifts

1. Local Craft Beer or Whisky Tasting Set – From Alley Kat or Strathcona Spirits

Why it’s great: Many dads appreciate a good drink, and Edmonton has stellar local options. A curated tasting set shows thoughtfulness and supports local businesses- a win win!

📍 Alley Kat Brewery or Strathcona Spirits Distillery are both local gems, but most cities have amazing local breweries and distilleries that offer similar gift ideas!

2. BBQ Gift Set – From Acme Meat Market or Meuwly’s

Why it’s great: If the dad in your life is a grill master, a bundle of gourmet sausages, spice rubs, and sauces from these locally loved butchers will be the perfect gift- and you can spend time together outside while he fires up the bbq!

📍 Meuwly’s also offers charcuterie gift boxes.

3. Experience Gift: Golf, Axe Throwing, or an Oilers Alumni Skate

Why it’s great: Shared experiences are more memorable than things. Choose something fun he wouldn’t usually book himself, but that can turn into a fun date night (or family time!)

📍 Try The Rec Room, or Kinsmen Twin Arenas for something unique.

4. Personalized Leather Wallet or Keychain

Why it’s great: Dads often carry the same wallet for decades. A personalized, hand-crafted leather piece is stylish and sentimental, and will likely become more cherished with each passing year. Truly, this is without a doubt one of the top 10 best father’s day gifts you could give.

📍 While not local to Canada, Pera Leather Art offers beautiful leather wallets that are so deeply personal, he can’t not love it! Check out Love Customized Art for keychains.

5. Photo Album or Framed Print

Why it’s great: A handmade or curated memory album or high-quality framed photo (especially from a session you’ve had professional photographed!) pulls on the heartstrings. In my personal (and professional) opinion, you truly cannot go wrong with photo gifts, and that’s why I had to include this one on our list of the top 10 best father’s day gifts.

📍 Get it printed locally through your photographer’s professional lab for a book that will stand the test of time, or through a consumer site, such as Chatbooks (Canadian!!) or Shutterfly.

6. Local Coffee Subscription – From Transcend or Rogue Wave Coffee

Why it’s great: Perfect for dads who love their morning cup of coffee. These roasters offer monthly delivery of freshly roasted beans- I can’t think of a better gift for a coffee-lover.

📍 Transcend and Rogue Wave Coffee are well-loved in the Edmonton coffee scene.

7. Tickets to a Game – Elks, Oilers, or FC Edmonton

Why it’s great: Gifting memories and the chance to cheer loud together makes this a win. Include a team jersey for extra bonus points. And since our beloved Oilers are crushing it this season, this might be the very best gift of all (though a little more on the expensive side!)

8. Car Detailing Gift Certificate – From Shine Factory or Auto Obsessed

Why it’s great: Most dads love their cars, but don’t always treat them to a professional clean. This gift feels luxurious and useful.

📍 Auto Obsessed is a top-tier local option.

9. Outdoor Adventure Gear – From MEC or Track ‘N Trail

Why it’s great: For the outdoorsy dad, new gear for hiking, biking, or camping makes the most of Alberta summers. Definitely one of the top 10 best father’s day gifts for the outdoorsy dad in your life!

📍 Track ’N Trail on Whyte Ave is locally run and has knowledgeable staff.

10. A “Day Off” Dad Basket – Snacks, Local Hot Sauce, a New Book or Puzzle

Why it’s great: A personalized basket tailored to his idea of the perfect day — add items from Audreys Books, Popowich Meat Company, and LovePizza for local flair.

We hope that this detailed list of the top 10 best father’s day gifts helps you spoil the amazing dad in your life! And here’s a bonus: what dad doesn’t love ice cream on a hot summer’s day? Check out this blog post, and find one of these local gems to take dad to on his special day!