Welcome to the Hawkins of hilarity, where demogorgons aren’t the only thing creeping up on you—so are the laughs! In the eerie yet oddly charming world of Stranger Things, a lot of things might be upside-down, but one thing’s for sure: dad jokes will always find a way to right-side-up your mood. Whether you’re a diehard fan of the series or just someone who appreciates a good pun, this collection of Stranger Things-inspired dad jokes is guaranteed to transport you straight to the nostalgic 1980s—armed with walkie-talkies, Eggos, and the corniest humor this side of the Upside Down.
From Eleven’s iconic powers to Dustin’s endless charm, and from Hopper’s mustache to the Mind Flayer’s menace, this article features 48 Stranger Things dad jokes that are perfect for sharing on your next D&D night, awkward school dance, or secret mission in an alternate dimension. No explanations, no hand-holding—just good, clean, demogorgon-defying dad humor.
So grab your flashlight, tighten your shoelaces, and prepare to dive into a portal of pun-packed delight. You might laugh so hard you’ll forget what decade it is.
48 Stranger Things Dad Jokes That Are Upside-Down Funny
1. Why did Eleven get a job at the bakery?
Because she’s great with Eggos!
2. Why doesn’t Mike ever get lost?
Because he always follows Eleven’s lead!
3. Why did Hopper bring a ladder to the Upside Down?
He heard things were looking up down there.
4. What do you call Dustin’s hair in the morning?
The Real Stranger Thing.
5. Why was the Demogorgon terrible at hide-and-seek?
Because it always makes a monstrous entrance.
6. Why did Joyce open a light bulb store?
Because she’s great at illuminating situations.
7. Why doesn’t Lucas trust the Upside Down?
He thinks it has shady intentions.
8. Why did Steve become a hair model?
Because his strands always survive the plot twists.
9. Why don’t the kids play cards in Hawkins?
Because the deck’s always stacked against them.
10. What’s Will’s favorite dance move?
The Shadow Slide.
11. Why did Eleven start a band?
Because she already had a lot of fans.
12. Why is Hawkins High terrible at football?
Because their best players keep vanishing.
13. What did the Mind Flayer say during yoga class?
“I’m just here for the stretches between dimensions.”
14. Why did Nancy bring a flashlight to journalism class?
To investigate dark subjects.
15. What do you call a romantic dinner in the Upside Down?
A date with a twist.
16. Why is Steve great with kids?
Because he survived babysitting in alternate realities.
17. Why doesn’t Eleven trust toasters?
Because they always pop up unexpectedly.
18. What’s Dustin’s favorite type of joke?
One that’s shocking—but not electric.
19. Why did Max take her skateboard to the science lab?
She heard the experiments were going downhill fast.
20. Why doesn’t the Demogorgon use a GPS?
Because it always takes the darkest route.
21. What did Billy say at the beach?
“This sun is almost as intense as my personality.”
22. Why did Vecna go to therapy?
To work through his nether issues.
23. Why doesn’t Eleven play Monopoly?
She’s tired of being sent to the Upside Down every time.
24. What’s the Demogorgon’s favorite breakfast?
Screech toast.
25. Why is Murray the king of sarcasm?
Because his wit is more dangerous than any creature.
26. What did Hopper say when he couldn’t find his keys?
“Looks like this mystery’s gone full Hawkins.”
27. Why did Dustin name his pet Dart?
Because “Slightly Concerning Monster” was too long.
28. Why doesn’t Will like pizza?
Because every slice reminds him of another dimension.
29. Why did Robin bring headphones to work?
To drown out the sound of Scoops drama.
30. Why did Eleven enroll in culinary school?
Because she already mastered the art of waffle making.
31. Why was the Mind Flayer voted Most Likely to Succeed?
Because it really knows how to take over a room.
32. Why did Jonathan get kicked out of the photography club?
Because he was always developing something creepy.
33. What’s the Demogorgon’s favorite pickup line?
“I’ll tear into your heart like I tear through dimensions.”
34. Why did Max avoid the arcade after sunset?
She didn’t want to get ghosted—literally.
35. Why does Steve use hairspray before a fight?
Because even when battling beasts, the volume must be killer.
36. Why is Hawkins Middle School so mysterious?
Because every student has an extra dimension.
37. What’s Eleven’s least favorite letter?
“D” — because it always comes before danger.
38. Why did Erica demand a raise from the Party?
Because sass like hers comes at a premium.
39. Why did Vecna get kicked out of band practice?
He kept turning everything into a nightmare symphony.
40. Why did Hopper buy new boots?
Because he needed to stomp out evil in style.
41. What did Will say to his art teacher?
“I prefer my drawings with a touch of trauma.”
42. Why did the gang avoid Halloween?
They already have enough monsters year-round.
43. Why did Robin become a linguist?
Because decoding code was just her warm-up act.
44. Why does Dustin never get shocked anymore?
Because he’s already friends with walking static.
45. Why did Joyce put lights on everything again?
She missed having illuminating conversations.
46. Why does the Upside Down never get Yelp reviews?
Because once you check in, you don’t check out.
47. Why doesn’t Mike like karaoke night?
Because every time he sings, someone gets possessed.
48. Why did Steve open a daycare in Hawkins?
Because fighting monsters prepared him for toddlers.
Conclusion
And there you have it—48 dad jokes from the strange side of Hawkins that prove humor never dies, even in the darkest corners of the Upside Down. From puns about portals to wisecracks about waffles, these jokes celebrate the spirit of Stranger Things while tipping their hat to the corniest genre of all: dad humor.
Whether you’re gearing up for the next season or just looking for a lighthearted moment between plot twists, these jokes are your perfect sidekick. Share them with your fellow Stranger squad, your D&D group, or even with your skeptical but secretly amused Demogorgon friend. Because no matter how strange things get, there’s always room for a little laughter—especially of the dad variety.
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