How to Lose Friends and Entertain Strangers: A Dad Joke Guide

From the Man in the Purple Suit

Aloha! I just got back from an incredible week performing magic in Hawaii—and yes, a full recap blog is on the way (spoiler alert: it involves bubblegum, a kid tipping me with pocket change, and the most magical sunset I’ve ever seen).

But before I unpack my suitcase or my feelings, I wanted to drop something light, fun, and family-approved.

Whether you're trying to win over your in-laws, make your kids laugh, or just need material for the next awkward family gathering, here are:

My 10 Favorite Magical and Not so Magical Dad Jokes (Use at Your Own Risk)

1. What does an annoying pepper do?

It gets jalapeño face!

2. Why did the chicken cross the road?

BeCAAAAUUUSE!!! 🐔 (Please read that in your best chicken impression.)

3. I once had a dream I was floating in a sea of orange soda.

It was a Fanta sea.

4. What did the mayonnaise say to the refrigerator?

Close the door I'm dressing.

5. What do you call a magician who loses their magic?

Ian. Just... Ian. (Get it? MagICIAN... minus the magic.)

6. Why can't you hear a pterodactyl going to the toilet?

Because the P is silent.

7. What did the drummer name his twin daughters?

Anna One, Anna Two

8. Why do chicken coops have two doors?

Because if they had four, they'd be chicken sedans.

9. To the guy who invented zero...

Thanks for nothing.

10. Where do bad rainbows go?

To prism. It's a light sentence but it gives them time to reflect.

That’s it—for now.

I’ve got hundreds more where that came from (seriously, my kids are concerned), but these are a few of my all-time favorites. Drop your best dad joke in the comments or message me if you want me to say one live at your next party. No guarantees it’ll be good… but it will be magical.

Stay tuned for my Hawaii recap—it’s got laughter, legends, and one unforgettable show.

Mahalo and keep the magic (and the puns) alive,

🟣 Jonathan Molo

The Man in the Purple Suit