50 Perfect White Elephant Gifts: 2024 Guide

This party game uses word magnets to help make any gathering of adults more fun. It uses creative prompts that ask embarrassing questions the players have to answer using magnetic words. The game celebrates the art of “terrible sentences” that bring a party of people together in a clever, silly way.

Everyone will fight for this mini desk vacuum cleaner once they know it exists. The cute desk accessory charges and recharges to clean up dust and small particles on any tabletop surface. It may be one of the most useful white elephant gifts and one that turns out to be quite popular too.

Introduce those in your gift exchange to this exciting wine bottle puzzle this holiday season. They have to figure out how to crack the code on this wooden display piece to open the bottle of wine. It’ll taste so much better once they put in the work and discover just how smart they are. The set is a cool, unusual idea for what to get a fellow white elephant participant.

Friends and people at work will love the retro look of this set of floppy disk coasters. You’ll love the cheap price tag, especially if you’re struggling to find something at the last minute. The set includes six colorful silicone coasters that look like the floppy disks we all remember. They make a great conversation piece and an awesome way to keep a coffee table looking brand new.

What better way to help those you care about enjoy the holidays than with a gadget that makes mini waffles? The waffle maker is decorated with a winter scene that includes Christmas trees, snowflakes, and snowmen. It’s easy to use and makes delicious small-sized waffles they can indulge in with family throughout the season and beyond.

Those you know can take in all the colors and noises they can dream up with this fun sound machine. It’s the perfect gender-neutral white elephant gift that’ll be fought over with glee. The machine has 25 relaxing sounds to help them fall asleep and 10 display colors to suit their mood.

Warn those who want to get their hands on this Hot Ones game to beware. They better be ready for probing questions, a Truth or Dare mentality, and some very hot sauce challenges. It allows three to six players and includes the hot sauce that’ll make the game very interesting for all.

Everyone wants to have their very own pepperoni pizza blanket. Whether they use it at home or at the office, the oversized novelty throw will keep them cozy. It looks like a giant pepperoni pizza, but the flannel material provides warmth and humor whenever they need it. They can also keep it at their work desk or use it for chilly outdoor winter events.

Christmas is ideal for practical high-tech accessories that make life more fun. This Bluetooth shower speaker can help make any shower an entertaining experience. It’s waterproof and easily connects to their smart devices to access their favorite holiday songs. A sing-a-long is sure to transpire asap with this device in their hands.

One of the top white elephant gift ideas for home is found with this fancy cheese board set. It’s only 13 inches across, but it’s got everything a full-sized charcuterie board promises. The acacia wood board includes four ceramic trays for snacks. It also has a set of cheese tools, so their parties stay elegant every time.

One of the best unique white elephant gifts you can surprise a crowd with includes this set of whiskey soaps. They’re handmade using the flavors of whiskey as inspiration. The two soaps both exfoliate the skin with elements like rosemary, honey, and oats. Their daily shower time may become their favorite time of day.

Some may think this set of Poo-Pourri toilet sprays is crass, but they’ll be sure to get lots of use out of them. The set is meant for bathroom trips and is to be used beforehand. The five sprays include lovely scents like lavender vanilla, tropical hibiscus, and citrus to keep things civilized. They may start bringing them to work to spread the aromatherapy to everyone.

No one knows how much they need a cat butts coloring book in their life until they get one. This one has 40 pages worth of awesome cat butts that need coloring in. The activity can help with focus, relaxation, and overall artistic pleasure. Plus, once they’re done, they’ll have a selection of gorgeous cat butt designs to show off to the world.

The very popular Cards Against Humanity has the best holiday version of the game for your next white elephant party. The notoriously and creatively sarcastic cards are themed for the Christmas season. They’re bound to entertain and may turn into the present people decide to steal during the gift exchange.

This impressive portable smoothies blender may quickly hit the top of the cool white elephant gift list. Its powerful motor prepares delicious smoothies one serving at a time. Those who use it can grab the canister once their smoothie is ready and use it as a travel mug. It’s ideal for making protein drinks, infused juices, and anything tasty they want on the move.

It’s not just Star Wars fans and sci-fi aficionados who’ll try to steal this set of lightsaber chopsticks. It’s got four colored pairs of lightsaber chopsticks that can transform their next dinner into a party. Using LED lights for a realistic look and feel, their next set of dumplings will taste like never before.

No, this mini iPhone power bank won’t make anyone laugh at the white elephant party. It won’t be seen as super unique or entertaining. What it will do is attract everyone into wanting it for themselves. The mini charger is easy to take on the go and can charge their phone while charging itself, providing double the advantage.

These hilarious emergency underpants in a can may make people laugh, but they’ll be more enticing than you think. The novelty pack includes three pairs of emergency undies. They can stay in a desk drawer and be called upon when people least expect it. You might only receive a thank-you further down the line.

This gift is perfect for people who need to watch content on their phones. This wireless cell phone stand transforms their phone into a hands-free device for their viewing pleasure. It also provides a Bluetooth speaker, so the audio sounds much better than it would while watching on the phone.

Fans of Bob Ross and those who need an introduction will love this cute bobblehead figurine. The famous artist is represented right down to his head of curly hair. He comes with audio of his famous sayings and has a companion book of his landscapes to inspire burgeoning artists. The figurine will look great on their desk at work or home and brings some culture to each day.

Friends and colleagues will love tucking their beer into bed with this charming beer sleeping bag koozie. It provides total coverage for the bottle or can of beer and keeps it cool while their hands stay warm. The koozie has a bottle opener inside for easy access and can turn any outing into something more fun.

Life can be a headache sometimes, which this migraine relief cap can help out with. It provides gentle compression to ease discomfort and cooling abilities to send any headache packing. The cap also attends to the sinus area often associated with migraines. Blocking out the whole world until they feel better is an attractive solution they’ll love the option of having.

This Bonsai tree kit is one of the most fun unisex white elephant gifts. It allows the gardener to cultivate seven different Bonsai trees using peat discs and planter pots. They’ll have all the guidance they need to learn the art of growing and taking care of Bonsai trees. It makes a thoughtful hobby they’ll be thankful for in no time.

Something easy to figure out, like this electric wine opener, is always a winner at white elephant gatherings. Its powerful ability to pop open a bottle of wine isn’t its only function. The set comes with an aerator/wine pourer, foil remover, and wine stoppers. The wine lover you know will have everything they need to drink wine like the sommelier they always fancied themselves to be.

The idea of making a fire pit no matter where you are is a very enticing idea for people. They’ll love having this tabletop fire pit to make it happen. The mini pit has a well-designed marble base that’ll fit into any room in the home. It’s safe to use and provides warmth and ambiance (and s’mores) anytime they want some.

There’s a lot of healing to be had when people grab this deep-tissue massage gun. It uses percussion massage to alleviate pain and discomfort wherever they experience it. The gun comes with ten attachments that are specifically designed for hard-to-reach places like their calves, shoulders, and necks. The relief is finally at their fingertips when they need it.

Who amongst your buddies wouldn’t love to have this Bluetooth karaoke machine in a single microphone? It travels to any party or gathering with ease and connects to Bluetooth for all the songs they crave. From additional funny voice effects to the ability to remix, it’s got a professional-style karaoke machine at all times.

The survivalists among your friends and co-workers will want to end the white elephant game with this tactical flashlight. The kit comes in a durable and secure case and includes a flashlight, a rechargeable battery, and a battery charger. The flashlight works in bad weather, in ultimate darkness, and anywhere they need to find their way home.

This tea infuser cup’s beautiful cherry blossom design will attract attention quickly. Once they realize it’s got an infuser basket for making delicious loose-leaf tea blends, it’ll get chosen fast. The insulated cup also has a lid to keep their beverage hot for a long time and safe from spilling, whether at home or on the move.

The awesome ability of this wine carrier tote to keep wine chilled on the go is notable. It holds either two bottles of wine or champagne or a bottle coupled with a wine glass. Whether drinking for one or two, the over-the-shoulder bag provides the best place for wine to stay on its travels.

People may first laugh at this unusual set of herbal chill pills. Their giggles will turn to envy once they realize the set of mints is made using Kava, known for its “chill out” qualities. The flavors include Moon Mint and Sunny Lemon to delight the senses and provide relaxation in small doses. They’re the sort of chill pills that can become quite popular at work pretty quickly.

Lunch breaks will never be the same again when people have this stackable Bento lunch box with them. The box has two tiers of multiple compartments for different foods, from snacks to salads and proteins. There’s also a separate compartment with utensils, making everything they need for lunch easily accessible.

This bartender kit is a tried and true classic among white elephant gift ideas. The wooden stand carries 15 pieces that a master mixologist would appreciate having close by. It’s got everything from a shaker, jigger, and strainer to ice tongs, a muddler, and a book of cool recipes. They can experiment with their favorite spirits and flavors with nothing but confidence.

There’s so much fun to be had with this miniature bowling set. It’s got a little bowling lane with a set of pins, a bowling ball, and a launching ramp. The game provides tons of fun when traveling or stuck at work. It’s ready for strike after strike, which will feel anything but small to the player.

Some lucky person’s bar is about to get a lot more interesting with this shot-glass roulette game. Its unique approach to drinking games involves the fun of a roulette wheel and taking shots with friends. As friends spin the wheel, they may have to take a drink, depending on the numbers etched into the glasses.

Eating breakfast was never as fun as it could be with this soccer novelty mug involved. The mug is designed to look like a soccer ball and includes a net that becomes the focus. Whether eating cereal or tossing marshmallows into hot chocolate, they’ll aim and may score a goal if they’re lucky.

This popular sunrise alarm clock may entice those you know into fighting for it at a white elephant gift exchange. When it’s time to wake up, the clock gradually increases light and sound to make the day start gently. It’s also got nature sounds and different color displays to suit the mood.

Fitting in a quick game of golf can be had anytime, even when taking a bathroom trip. This toilet golf game is everything a good novelty gift should be—easy to use, fun, and hilarious. It comes with a putting green, golf club, hole-in-one, flag, two golf balls, and a “do not disturb sign.” When you see the sign, just know a great golfer is hard at work on his game.

Most people who go camping or spend time outdoors know how amazing it is to lie in a hammock. This portable version of a camping hammock makes it possible anytime. It folds up in a bag and is easy to bring along when going on a forest adventure. The hammock easily hooks up to trees and is durable enough to make a nap in the woods happen with ease.

Who says you can’t experience the power of aromatherapy anywhere? People at your white elephant gift exchange may fight for the right to own this miniature diffuser. It charges up using a USB cable and offers a variety of LED color displays to suit them. They can add water and drops of their favorite essential oils to make spa time any time.

Those you know or work with are usually eager to share sweets and other snacks at their desks. This unzipped glass zipper bag uses an artsy design to get that point across. The handmade accessory looks like an unzipped storage bag, but it’s made with borosilicate glass. Their snacks will be visible to all and likely not last long once seen.

This novelty Christmas cap is ready to welcome in the holiday season with glee. The knit hat reads “Merry Xmas” and is decorated with Santa hats, snowflakes, and Christmas trees. It’s lit up with string lights, so everyone who sees the person wearing the hat feels more connected to Christmas.

These lobster novelty socks can only bring a smile to the face of the person wearing them. The brightly colored socks take advantage of the space between a big toe and the other toes to make the feet look like a lobster’s face. They’ll make everyone laugh once whoever wears them kicks up their feet.

This convenient cutting board is a handy tool for anyone’s kitchen. Its real charm comes because of the entertaining phrase etched into the bamboo board. The board reads, “This is where I murder vegetables,” with a crossed knife design. It’ll stand out among any other boards and get the job done with a wink.

The Christmas season is the best time to enjoy delicious hot chocolate. This deluxe gift set includes a dozen hot chocolate mixes that are ready to make. The tasty flavors include holiday favorites like toasted marshmallow, pumpkin pie, and french toast. They can sip a different flavor every day and never grow tired of hot chocolate.

This dance mix candle takes an everyday object and makes it fun enough to take part in a white elephant party. The supersized candle burns for 35 hours using three wicks. It’s got the intoxicating scents of a dance party cocktail, including cranberry, lime, and freesia. The candle invites anyone who burns it to have a great time no matter what they’re doing.

All bets are on this skinny margarita cocktail mixer set to climb to the top of the white elephant pile. The set comes with five sugar-free cocktail mixers that are pre-measured to make one awesome drink. Flavors of lime, strawberry, peach, watermelon, and mango turn a quick break into an enjoyable happy hour fast.

Everyone can use the dose of aromatherapy that this set of shower steamers has in droves. The set has eight steamers that can transform a regular shower into a luxurious spa-like experience. They’ve got essential oils like peppermint, grapefruit, vanilla, and ocean to create a relaxing mood anytime they take a shower.

This edible flower garden kit is a unique approach to green-thumb-focused projects for those you buy for. The set comes with everything needed to grow a six-piece garden, including soil discs, seeds, markers, and burlap pots. The herbs and flowers they grow can be used in cooking and cocktails, and include cornflowers, marigolds, and violas.

This magnetic bottle opener might be a practical item, but it’s cute enough to make any home bar more interesting. The little puppy opener is handmade using beech wood and easily opens up bottles for fun. The magnetic material keeps the bottle caps in his teeth’s grip until they’re taken away.