44 White Elephant Gifts Everyone Will Fight Over

By Laura Fiebert | Updated: October 26, 2023

    As the Christmas season rolls around, you might be invited to a White Elephant exchange party (aka Yankee Swap or Dirty Santa), where friends, family, or co-workers get together for a holiday party and exchange fun gifts.

    Of course, everyone will leave with a gift, but your favorite might likely get stolen from another participant. Don’t you want to be the one who brought the most sought-after white elephant gift to the holiday party? 

    Our gift guide has got you covered. Not only are these parties super fun, but they’re also the most fun to shop for. The key to a genuinely great White Elephant game is the gifts themselves. This is your chance to think outside the box and maybe find something a little outrageous (depending on your friend group). 

    We also have more gag gift ideas and novelty gifts that would be great for our White Elephant gift exchange party.

  1. Snoop Dog Cookbook
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    Looking for cookbooks with a little more personality? Welcome to the Boss Dogg’s Kitchen. Your secret Santa will love the first cookbook and recipe book from Tha Dogg, From Crook to Cook: Platinum Recipes from Tha Boss Dogg’s Kitchen. You’ve seen Snoop Dogg work his culinary magic on VH1’s Emmy-nominated Martha and Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party, and now Tha Dogg’s up in your kitchen…with his first cookbook.

  3. Hot Dog Toaster
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    Coca-Cola made this nostalgic hot dog toaster, which is excellent for making a quick snack or meal. It includes a cage for two hot dogs, a set of tongs, and space to heat two hot dog buns. Since the timer is adjustable, you can cook it to your liking.

  5. Breakfast Sandwich Maker
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    That’s where the Breakfast Sandwich Maker by Hamilton Beach comes to the rescue. It’s all about making a fresh breakfast sandwich you can grab and go. Just choose your bread, no toaster needed, and layer on the fixings: egg, cheese, precooked meat, or the ingredients of your choice. Your perfectly assembled breakfast sandwich is ready in five minutes or less. Now you know why everyone who loves breakfast sandwiches wants this product in their kitchen! 

  7. Bluetooth Speaker
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    This Bluetooth speaker is a best seller on Amazon and makes a great gift. The portable Bluetooth speaker has shocking rich bass, large volume without voice break, and 360° all-around sound effects. In addition, since this speaker is waterproof and shockproof, it can be a great addition to shower karaoke. So whether you are swapping gifts at the office, with family, or with friends, this will surely be one of the best Secret Santa gifts.

  9. Pizza Socks
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    Pizza socks box – how to eat them? Hand-kneaded combed cotton, baked with fresh ingredients in our oven, guarantees that your legs will luxuriate whenever you wear them. Also, their natural components are of floral origin, which allows the skin to breathe freely and be protected at the same time from cold and overheating. 

  11. Wine Tote with Corkscrew
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    This wine tote can be gifted alone, or you can pre-fill it with up to three bottles. The shoulder strap is sturdy to carry the bag quickly, and a corkscrew is included to enjoy it anywhere. Also, the thermal insulation keeps wine cool and acts as a protector for the bottles.

  13. Light Saber Chopsticks
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    Be the life of the party with your friends and family by owning a pair of these uniquely designed utensils. They are compact so that you can carry them easily in your pocket. Then, impress that date or your kids. Convenient LEDs illuminate in bright colors with an easy-to-use on-and-off push button.

  15. Dammit Doll
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    When life gives you that crazy urge to scream and destroy, Dammit Doll is here to support you. So go ahead – THROW, SLAM, and WHACK, the ultimate stress relief tool. The Classic Dammit Doll is engineered to absorb all that negative energy so you can let go and get your happiness back on. Available here in a surprise print, but also available to purchase in a print of your choice.

  17. Carpool Karaoke Microphone
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    This one will be used right out of the gift box! Take the fun to new levels with the Carpool Mic 2.0! Get louder than ever with the unique voice changers and sound effects! Get ready to double up the fun with the capability to add a second microphone for endless duet fun! Whether on the road, boat, home, or anywhere, you only need a speaker with an FM tuner or Aux port to get the party going. So get ready to turn up the volume and turn some heads like never before!

  19. Microwave Smores Maker
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    You can microwave two S’Mores in 30 seconds or less using this innovative product. You fill the water reservoir, place your graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows on the tray, and heat. The marshmallow and chocolate heat at the same time, thus ensuring a perfect S’More every time. You must change the water in the reservoir after every second use. In addition, this S’Mores Maker is dishwasher-safe for easy, convenient cleaning.

  21. Wine Condoms
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    These wine condoms are a hilarious, effective solution for resealing opened bottles of wine. The shrink-fit technology allows you to create a fully reusable air-tight seal while making wine lovers feel awkward when they open your gift.

  23. Waffle Bowl Maker
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    Any ice cream-loving family or friends will be ecstatic when they open this waffle bowl maker. The waffle plates are made of the best non-stick material, making it easy to cook up some bowls for your ice cream or a unique take on chicken and waffles. StarBlue also includes a small recipe book to help get you started immediately.

  25. Smell My Nuts Candle
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    No, smell the nuttiness of this deliciously scented candle. The lovely banana nut bread scent makes this candle an outstanding combination of scents in a 13 oz jar of specially blended soy and paraffin wax—lead-free wick with a patented straightener to ensure proper burning every time. 

  27. The Dapper Crapper Set
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    Dapper Crapper, for the King of the Can! Spritz before you unload for a classy commode! Our Dapper Crapper Natural Odor Trapper Gift Set includes a 2oz Original Citrus toilet spray and a 2oz Royal Flush toilet spray. Poo~Pourri is formulated with 100% natural essential oils that eliminate bathroom odor before it begins, so you can leave the loo smelling quite dapper. A true gentleman leaves the toilet smelling better than they found it! This is useful and funny, making it one of the best white elephant gift ideas.

  29. Air Popper
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    Make a favorite movie night treat in just minutes. The Hamilton Beach Hot Air Popcorn Popper is easy to use – add the kernels with the built-in measuring cup, plug it in, and let the fun begin. Everyone can have their bowl of popcorn, as this popper makes 16 cups per batch. With an air popper, you can customize the flavor by adjusting the seasonings to your liking, have it plain for a low-calorie snack, or spice it up with toppings for a holiday snack.

  31. Bike Pizza Cutter
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    Inspired by the Tour de Pizza bicycle, the pizza slicer is the latest kitchen tool from SOHO Kitchen based in New York. This cool pizza cutter features a dual-blade design with two non-stick stainless blades for effortless cutting and simple cleaning. It is the 1/10th scale of a real-life fixie bike and is the perfect gift for bike enthusiasts, pizza lovers, and anyone who wants a great talking point for the kitchen. It also includes a sturdy display stand for easy storage and display.

  33. MTV Throwback Game
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    Switch over to a music party game for adults and teens filled with all the biggest hits from the ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s. But, then, it’s time for a blast from the past, specially made for the MTV generation. The game aims to be the first team to collect at least one Artist Card from all eight MTV Challenge categories: Award-Winning Videos, Best of Unplugged, Pop Anthems, Headbangers, Teenage Angst, Hip Hop Hips, Queens of MTV, Across the Pond.

  35. Fun Ramen Bowl
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    This noodle bowl makes dinner for one fun! Ramen nights get an upgrade – you only need to add noodles to this patterned deep-dish ceramic bowl with a built-in resting place for the included wooden chopsticks! This is the perfect white elephant gift idea for any ramen lover. And who doesn’t love some ramen? 

  37. Funny Drink Coasters
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    Don’t look any further if you’re looking for a present to give someone with a great sense of humor. With these drink coasters, you’ll get the best gift ever. Why use boring blank coasters when you can have a perfect conversation starter and funny set instead, all-in-one? They’re sure to get a good laugh when they unwrap this gift.

  39. Toilet Survival Kit
  40. You never know when you will encounter a public toilet with some cleanliness issues, so ensure you’re prepared with this Public Toilet Survival Kit. Each kit includes one toilet seat cover, two antiseptic wipes, and one pair of latex-free disposable gloves, which should be enough to keep you safe and sanitary in even the most challenging conditions. So do yourself a favor and keep one of these metal tins when traveling. You’ll thank us when this is named the great white elephant gift of the party.

  41. You Suck At Parking Cards
  42. Set of 200 “You Suck At Parking” cards. Taking up two spots in a busy neighborhood, parking close to your car, blocking a driveway… this card says it all. Learn to park, asshole.

  43. Harry Potter Cauldron Soup Mug
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    Take some time off from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry classes to enjoy the soup! Electronic gadgets aren’t allowed at Hogwarts, so you must use this cauldron ceramic mug. Made to look just like a cauldron, this awesome mug will make you feel like a fantastic witch or wizard. This a fabulous white elephant gift idea if you have a bunch of Potter Heads at your holiday party,

  45. Army Guy Bottle Opener
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    Made of genuine die-cast metal and styled after the classic green army man figurines every boy grew up with. The Army Man bottle opener is an excellent gift for any man in your life or a beer lover.

  47. Sticky Fingers
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    For anything that makes your fingers cheesy, greasy, or sticky. Designed to go on and off quickly, our unique shape fits comfortably on any size fingertip. Made of food-grade silicone, it is easy to clean, dishwasher safe, and can be disinfected in boiling water.

  49. It’s Raining Men Umbrella
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    Why has it rained cats and dogs when it can be raining men? This umbrella makes the perfect gift for the special someone you have in mind! Watch their face light up as they open their new favorite necessity. Bring some sunshine to your rainy day! How often has your automatic umbrella failed you during that downpour and left you in the rain? Our manual design lets you release the bottom spring for easy gliding when opening and closing. 

  51. Waterproof Phone Case
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    This cover is committed to designing and building solid, sturdy, and functional products. So bring your phone to the beach or pool without worrying about damage, and take fantastic underwater shots! It is a great holiday gift for any beach lover.

  53. Bathroom Guestbook
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    Make every trip to the loo memorable with this throne-room tome. No ordinary guest book, this throne-room tome offers provocative prompts and ample doodle space to help your guests express themselves for posterity. Who hasn’t had a deep thought on the can? This a unique idea for your holiday gift swap and way more fun than a toilet night light.

  55. Dog Butt Magnets
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    These dog butts may not sit when you ask them or fetch your paper, but they will stay attached to your magnetic surfaces. Man’s best friend. Designed by Steph Mantis. Set of 6 magnets, Scottie butt, Pug butt, Retriever butt, Dalmatian butt, Poodle butt, and hydrant.

  57. Periodic Wine Glass
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    Periodic Tableware marries the clarity of science with the art of mixology, capturing the reaction between laboratory glass and modern Tableware. We tap into the nostalgia surrounding scientific glassware, not just for its kitschy appeal but for the clean aesthetic of its curves. Each piece has a unique look that conveys both hard sciences and stands on its own as an iconic design—the perfect gift for wine lovers or chemistry nerds. Is the budget a little higher for your fancy friends? Throw in a wine bottle.

  59. Hot Sauce Trinity
  60. Add some spice to the party. Forget traditional. Let’s get wild! At Birdhouse, they fancy keepin’ it absolutely — not watered down. They use only nature’s freshest, juiciest fruits and veggies — a whole food taste with a heavy heatwave.

  61. Drink Float
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    Get the party started. Big with 5 cup holders with party cups, cans, and bottles. With built-in snacks and a salad ice/serving chest, this makes an excellent addition for the pool, lakes, hot tub, parties, etc. Made of thick, soft, and durable premium raft-grade non-phthalates material and rapid valves, it makes for more than 5x faster inflation and deflation.

  63. Classic Flask
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    Stanley’s classic 8oz hammertoe ice flask is the product Grandpa wished he had. The flask keeps a stiff drink at its best. The flask is 18/8 stainless steel and naturally BPA-free. The wide mouth is leakproof and easy to fill. The integrated lanyard keeps the cap close at hand. This flask is thoughtfully designed with booze in mind and styled in a rugged way that only gets better with age.

  65. Ice Cube Molds
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    Think your home state is the coolest? Prove it. These silicone state-specific ice molds are a great gift for those who have moved away and miss their home state (or are proud of their new one!). If your white elephant party requires wrapped gifts, place this in a gift box or bag so nobody can see your chosen state.

  67. Code Names
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    Codenames is a social word card game with a simple premise and challenging gameplay. Two rival spymasters know the secret identities of 25 agents. Their teammates know the agents only by their codenames. The teams compete to see who can contact all their agents first. This fun party game will surely be a hit at your next event.

  69. Pasta Straws
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    Let’s be honest: no one likes those paper straws, but plastic is so bad for the environment. Enter pasta straws! The first gluten-free pasta straws were designed to last 3x longer than paper straws. Never soggy. Always al dente. Our gluten-free pasta straws are designed to break down in your backyard in less than 90 days.

  71. Death Wish Coffee
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    Through our unique blend of Arabica and Robusta beans and our slow roasting process, we naturally produce coffee with double the strength of your average cup of coffee. No additives or additional caffeine are added throughout making the blend — only organic, Fair Trade coffee beans.

  73. Champagne Cubes
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    These sugar cubes will take their champagne to another level! Add a cube to a glass of bubbly, and you have a mimosa-like drink. And each cube has just ten calories. 

  75. May Contain Alcohol
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    This campfire-style enamel mug will surely make someone smile wherever they’re used. This mug makes a funny gift for any beer lover, homebrewer, drinker, camper, outdoorsman, coffee lover, man, woman, pet, and anyone who appreciates unique things. Yes, it’s fun, but it’s not just a joke coffee mug – everyone will love it!

  77. Magnetic Poetry
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    Dave Kapell, the founder of Magnetic Poetry, suffered from writer’s block while trying to compose song lyrics, so he wrote exciting words on paper and rearranged them, looking for inspiration. Finally, Dave decided to glue the words to pieces of magnets and the refrigerator door. Before too long, Dave wasn’t the only one rearranging his would-be song lyrics as his friends moved the magnets around, amusing themselves by writing the first magnetic poems.

  79. Gone With The Gin
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    From best-selling author Tim Federle of Tequila Mockingbird fame, Gone with the Gin is the ultimate cocktail book for film buffs. This is the perfect gift for silver screen fans and a terrific twist on movie nights; the set includes 50 delicious drinks, commentary on history’s most quotable films, and a lineup of drinking games, movie-themed munchies, and illustrations throughout—a funny white elephant gift to the cocktail lover at the party.

  81. Bitters
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    The bitterness of natural gentian root, the sweetness of a cherry, and spice notes. Excellent in Old Fashioned and other bourbon or whiskey cocktails. These bitters have been barrel-aged in Woodford Reserve bourbon barrels. This little guy makes for a great stocking stuffer.

  83. Ravioli Spoon Rest
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    Mama Mia! who dropped one of the ravioli? Oh, never mind, it’s just Fred’s sauced up, a pasta-shaped pillow designed to catch the sauce before it settles on your stovetop. Made of stain-resistant silicone, you’ll be glad you have a pasta-riffic place to rest your spoon.

  85. I Hate Everyone Oven Mitt
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    Honestly, it is the best policy. If you and your friends hate everyone else but each other, then this white elephant gift will be a hot commodity. The best gift ever. The recipient will laugh for a good 5 minutes. It also helps hold hot pots: Super-insulated and 100% cotton.

  87. NSFW Fortune Cookies
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    Want a little something naughty after dinner? Then crack open one of these NSFW (not safe for work) fortune cookies. There are 20 individually wrapped vanilla-flavored cookies in the box.