28 Best Retirement Gifts to Celebrate Their Major Milestone

Cailey Lindberg

1

Dad Will Love This

Retirement Hat

Introduce him to the baseball hat he’ll never stop wearing, especially now that he’s hit retirement age. Made of cotton, it has a buckle closure that makes it easy to wear. Here’s one positive review: “I sew and do a bit of machine embroidery so trust me when I say the fabric is a sturdy but soft denim type, and the embroidery is beautiful.”

2

The Legend Has Retired Sash

Amazon’s Choice

The Legend Has Retired Sash

They’ll celebrate in style with this fun cotton sash they can proudly wear at their retirement party. It comes with a pin to ensure that it fits comfortably, and it would make a great keepsake long after their retirement party.

3

TOO Funny

Retired Business Cards

Retired Business Cards

Created especially for retired professionals, this punny present is sure to make them LOL! Reviewers say the cardboard anti-business cards are “surprisingly sturdy” and “fun conversation starters.”

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4

Engraved Leather Journal

Engraved Leather Journal

They can begin writing their next chapter with this beautiful leather journal, which celebrates a lifetime of effort. The paper is refillable and can be used for drawing, jotting down their thoughts or even collecting items like stamps. What’s more, the heartwarming engraving is sure to make them smile.

5

Gift Under $10

Retirement Jewelry Tray

Retirement Jewelry Tray

This ceramic jewelry tray will keep all of her favorite trinkets safe and remind her of how many lives she touched throughout her long career. “The size is perfect—holds my ring, watch, bracelet and 2 gold chain necklaces,” one Amazon reviewer shared.

6

Luxury Retirement Gift

Congratulations Celebration Gift Basket

Congratulations Celebration Gift Basket

Congratulations are definitely in order once they retire, and this gift basket is a great party favor. It’s filled with delicious snacks (there’s everything from trail mix to cookies ‘n’ crème popcorn) that they’ll enjoy munching on long after the celebrations are done.

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100 Things to Do Scratch Off Poster

100 Things to Do Scratch Off Poster

Once they’ve retired, chances are they’ll be on the hunt for a new hobby. This poster has all the inspiration they need. It features 100 scratch-off squares that reveal fun, bucket list-worthy activities ranging from standing on a glacier to knitting a jumper.

8

Gift Set for the Gamer – Deck of Cards & Game Pad Set

Gift Set for the Gamer - Deck of Cards & Game Pad Set

9

Retirement Recipe Cutting Board

Retirement Recipe Cutting Board

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They’ll have more time to cook now that they’re retired. Complete with a stand, this cutting board is made of durable pine wood and it has a spot for things like a tablet or recipe book. The sweet message is a nice touch, too!

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Retirement Gift Wine Bag

Retirement Gift Wine Bag

Want to really help them get in the retirement mood? Just place their favorite bottle of wine or champagne inside this fun linen bag. The drawstring design is washable, too!

11

Retirement Dice

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Retirement will give them tons of free time, and they might not know what to do with it at first. With this dice, all they have to do is give it a roll to find an activity to keep them entertained.

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Retirement Paperweight

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Like we said, people just want to know that their time was appreciated, so giving them this reminder will be so meaningful. “It’s not too heavy and the perfect size to place on a desk or bookshelf,” one Amazon reviewer shared.

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13

Happy Retirement Card

Happy Retirement Card

We’re getting emotional just reading the front of this wooden card. What’s really nice is the back simply says “goodbye and good luck” with plenty of room for a long message or a bunch of signatures.

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Sentimental Retirement Gift

Compass Gift

Amazon’s Choice

Compass Gift

Now is the time for them to start exploring their dreams outside of work. That might include travel, which would make this even more appropriate. “The size was perfect and it works wonderful,” one Amazon reviewer wrote after gifting it to a co-worker.

15

Co-Worker Bracelet

Amazon’s Choice

Co-Worker Bracelet

The brand says that Amazonite “has been worn to promote courage, success and hope,” while the ladybug represents good luck. It’s also elastic, so it should fit most wrists, and it even comes with a little card.

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16

Pendant Necklace

Pendant Necklace

You’re saying goodbye to working with them, but not to your friendship. This necklace will let them know you’ll always be there for them no matter where you two are in the world.

17

Day of the Week Wall Clock

Day of the Week Wall Clock

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A ton of Amazon reviewers say this clock, which has nearly 3,500 ratings, is the “perfect retirement gift.” It actually works, so they’ll always know what day it is, which is especially helpful now that they don’t have a set schedule.

18

Funny Retirement Gift

Retirement Toilet Paper

Retirement Toilet Paper

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If they’re feeling the retirement blues, this gift is a great way to make them laugh. “You could hear him from the bathroom laughing,” one Amazon reviewer wrote after gifting this to her husband.

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Retirement Socks

Retirement Socks

Need they say more? We especially love the cute design that’s featured on them.

20

“I Can Wine All I Want” Wine Glass

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Raise a glass to the retiree with the help of this punny glass. Pair it with a bottle of their favorite vino — red, white or rosé — to get their new life started off right.

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Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today’s shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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