19 Father's Day Gift Ideas for First Time Grandpa

We’re all so blessed when we have loving grandparents in our lives. As Father’s Day arrives, follow your heart to honor and celebrate the first-time grandpas in your life, too!

Whether it’s your dad, your partner’s dad, or another special guy enjoying the granddad life, you can find a perfect gift for Grandpa on Father’s Day to make him feel loved, appreciated, and as excited as ever to be a grandparent.

How do you wish Happy Father’s Day to a first-time grandpa?

First-time grandpas will love the extra attention come Father’s Day. Consider making a custom Father’s Day photo card featuring a picture of your baby with a special greeting inside. A beautiful baby photo book brimming with pictures of his granddaughter or grandson would surely be a big hit. Consider his interests and find a personalized gift he’ll love with his choice of what the baby will call him, such as a coffee mug, shirt, whiskey glass, or another special and useful item.

Perfect Gift Ideas for First Time Grandpa on Father's Day

No matter if he goes by Grandpa, Grandpop, PopPop, Granddad, Paw Paw, or a name of his own invention, make your infant’s grandfather feel special and loved with a meaningful (grand)Father’s Day gift.

Choose from gifts for grandpa that celebrates his hobbies and interests or simply let him know how dear he is to all of you.

Grandfather Gifts that Put Memories on Display

Turn precious memories into tangible gifts he’ll love, bringing lots of joy to a brand-new grandpa.

1. Photo Coasters – Whether for iced tea or a favorite cocktail, grandfathers will love seeing sweet grandbaby’s face on the photo coasters every time they take a sip.
2. Baby Moments Photo Book – If there’s one thing ALL grandparents love, it’s MORE photos! You can never share too many photos of your kids with your parents, so create an amazing custom kids-themed photo book for the first-time grandpa.
3. Grandkids Make Life Grand Photo Sign – This adorable grandkids photo sign works just as well with more grandkids on the way, but for now, fill it with lots of love featuring photos of his new grandson or granddaughter.
4. Ultrasound on Acrylic Photo Block – An ultrasound picture on a classy and sophisticated acrylic photo block makes the sweetest announcement of grandparent status.

Father’s Day Gifts Grandpa Will Really Use

Give the first-time grandpa a gift he’ll love that he can actually use for Father’s Day. He’s sure to love thinking of his grandchild every time!

1. Etched Glass Grandpa Glass – Celebrate the new grandfather with an attractive etched pint glass showcasing “Grandpa” in big lettering and the Established date. As an alternative, an engraved “Grandpa” whiskey glass with the date may also delight a grandpop with discerning tastes.
2. Personalized Nautical Compass Clock – Grandpop will love this classy nautical compass clock with a plate that you can personalize with a name or special message.
3. Custom Grandparent Name Definition Mug – Feature the name your child will call their grandfather on a useful ceramic mug (like this PopPop mug) or a stainless-steel tumbler. Of course, we mustn’t forget the dog grandpa phase on this awesome mug before the new grandchild arrived.
4. Engraved Grandfather Hammer – A personalized hammer with the new granddad’s preferred name will have Grandfather thinking of your sweet child anytime he’s building or fixing something.
5. Grandfather Shirts – Most grandfathers will be so delighted with their new title that they’ll love wearing Grandpa t-shirts or sweatshirts emblazoned with the new moniker.

Gifts that Keep Grandpa and Grandkids Connected

Grandfathers always keep their grandkids with them in their hearts, no matter where they live or how far they travel. Consider these useful and sentimental Father’s Day gifts for grandpa.

1. Digital Picture Frame – Keep grandchild and grandparents connected despite the miles with a digital photo frame that lets you send photos straight from your phone. (Then, save your favorite photos to a folder on your computer so you can make amazing year-in-review photo books every year!)
2. Grandpa’s Life Keepsake Book – Encourage Grandpa to share a written story of his life in this grandfather’s life keepsake book. His grandchildren will love the treasures of his adventures and special things that make him who he is.
3. Custom Grandfather Keychain – Give a first-time grandfather a special Grandpa keyring with his grandchild’s name and the Est. date of your child’s birth year. With certain grandparent keyrings, you can continue to add new grandchildren’s names as they are born – how precious! (You can also find cool keyrings related to Granddad’s hobbies, like this hunting buddy keychain!)

Special Grandpa Gifts for Shared Interests

When Grandpa loves a certain hobby, snack, or sports team, it’s more than suitable to share that connection right down to the grandkids.

Check out these grandfather-worthy Father’s Day gift suggestions that are sure to result in some excellent family bonding!

1. Grandpa’s Ice Cream Plow – It’s no secret that he’s going to have to up his ice cream eating game, whether it’s during the nine-month countdown or once the little one’s old enough for his or her own scoop. A shiny silver spoon engraved with “Grandpa’s Ice Cream Plow” becomes a treasured heirloom with the sweetest intentions.
2. Personalized Fishing Lure – Grandpa’s lucky fishing lure features an attractive, hand-stamped personalization with the text of your choice – a great way to tie together his new grandchild with something else he loves.
3. Favorite Team Apparel – Imagine how adorable grandpa and the little one will look when twinning in grandpa’s favorite team’s jersey or matching sports apparel.
4. Grandpop’s Gardening Tools – Personalized gardening tools will bring even more joy to Pop as he plants, weeds, and harvests. Without a doubt, one day he will have so much fun sharing that love of gardening with his grandchildren.

Sweet & Sentimental Grandfather Gifts for Father’s Day

Make this heartwarming first Father’s Day as a grandpa one he’ll never forget with a special gift from the heart.

1. Grandfather and Grandchild Carving or Sculpture – Tug on the heartstrings with a grandpa carving or sculpture representing the special bond between a grandparent and grandchild.
2. Grandpa Ornament – This heart-shaped grandpa ornament makes a beautiful decoration year-round or a special addition to the Christmas tree. Also, a handmade ornament with salt dough and his grandchild’s handprint is a great excuse to get a little crafty with your gift.
3. The Best Dads Get Promoted to Grandpa Photo Board – Where are the tissues? I’m not crying, you’re crying. This adorable new grandpa photo board brings all the feels once you add the finishing touch – a perfect photo of your brand-new family member, or an ultrasound pic if the little one hasn’t arrived just yet.

Becoming a grandpa is certainly an emotional experience in the best of ways, so make it special with the best Father’s Day gifts for grandpa.

Whether it’s your dad, stepdad, father-in-law, or another special guy, share a heartfelt sentiment about how much it means to you to see this side of him on his very first Father’s Day as a grandpa.