Father's Day Cards & Card Ideas -
Father's Day Cards
Gifts get the glory, but the Father's Day card is the bit dads keep. Tucked into a bedside drawer, propped on the work desk or stuck to the fridge for the rest of the year, a Father's Day card carries the words the rest of the day is built around. Target's range of Father's Day cards covers every kind of dad and every kind of message, so you can find one that says exactly what you mean (even if what you mean is a truly terrible pun).
A Card for Every Kind of Dad
Every dad reads a card differently. Some want a laugh first thing, which is where funny Father's Day cards come in handy, armed with dad jokes, puns and gentle digs about snoring on the couch. Others deserve something straight from the heart, with heartfelt designs that do the emotional heavy lifting when the right words are hard to find. There are Father's Day card ideas here for grandads, stepdads, father figures and brand-new dads celebrating their very first one, because "dad" comes in more varieties than the cards aisle has room for (though we've given it a go).
Cards From the Kids (and the Pets)
Nothing beats a card signed in crayon. Cards designed for little ones to give leave plenty of room inside for drawings, wobbly handwriting and mysterious smudges that will one day be treasured. Choosing the card together is half the fun, and letting the kids pick the silliest one in the range is a Father's Day tradition in plenty of households. And yes, the dog and cat are allowed to sign too; a paw print in the corner has turned many a good card into a keeper.
The Finishing Touch to Any Father's Day Gift
A card is the fastest way to make any present feel complete. Pair one with something from our gifts for him range, wrap it all beautifully with wrapping paper and gift bags, and you've got the full package sorted in one trip. If the card comes with a photo tucked inside, a photo frame turns it into a two-part gift. And for the full rundown on dates, gift ideas and ways to celebrate, our Father's Day guide has you covered.
Shop Father's Day Cards at Target Australia
New Father's Day card designs land in the lead-up to the big day each year, so there's always a fresh reason to browse. Shop Father's Day cards online or pick one up in-store with the rest of his gift, and give him something worth keeping long after the wrapping paper's gone.
Father's Day Cards FAQs
What should you write in a Father's Day card?
Skip the generic and get specific. A favourite memory, something he taught you, or a thank-you for one particular thing lands far better than a broad "thanks for everything". One or two genuine sentences is plenty; if you can make him laugh and go quiet in the same card, you've nailed it.
What are some good Father's Day quotes and messages?
Match the message to the man. For the sentimental dad, try lines like "Thanks for always showing up" or "Everything good I do, I learned from watching you". For the joker, lean into it: "Thanks for passing down your great hair and questionable dance moves". Short and true beats long and borrowed every time.
How can kids make a Father's Day card extra special?
Hand over the crayons and let them go for it. Drawings, handprints, glitter (sorry, dads) and their own spelling of "Happy Father's Day" all add the charm no printed card can match. Tucking in a recent photo or a list of "things I love about Dad" turns a card into a keepsake.
When should you buy a Father's Day card?
The best designs are picked over in the final week before the first Sunday in September, so grab your card when you're sorting the gift. Buying early also leaves time for the card to make its way around the family for signing.
Can you sign a Father's Day card from the pets?
Absolutely, and in many households it's compulsory. A messy paw print, a "woof" in the corner or a signature on behalf of the goldfish adds an easy laugh. For plenty of dads, a card signed by every member of the household, fur included, is exactly the point.
