April Fools’ Day is the perfect time for a little fun, mischief, and laughter. As we approach April 1st in 2025, many of us might find ourselves scrambling for the perfect prank to play on friends, family, or coworkers. Whether you’re looking for something simple, office-friendly, or a joke that will leave people scratching their heads, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of 46 creative and playful pranks you can pull off with minimal preparation but maximum impact. From harmless tricks to slightly bizarre setups, these ideas are sure to spark joy and laughter all day long.
46 Last-Minute April Fools’ Jokes for 2025
1. Fake Bug in the Lamp
Place a realistic-looking fake bug inside a lampshade. When the light turns on, it will cast a shadow of the bug, scaring the person sitting nearby.
2. “Broken” Computer Mouse
Put a piece of tape over the bottom sensor of someone’s computer mouse. They’ll be baffled as to why it’s not working.
3. Soap That Won’t Lather
Cover a bar of soap with clear nail polish, making it impossible to lather. Watch as someone struggles to wash their hands.
4. Balloon in the Closet
Fill someone’s closet with balloons so when they open the door, it’s a balloon avalanche.
5. Switch Keyboard Keys
Carefully pop off a few keys on someone’s keyboard and rearrange them. Watch as they type and wonder why everything looks weird.
6. Fake Cracked Screen
Set a fake cracked screen wallpaper on a coworker’s or friend’s phone. Watch them panic when they see the “damage.”
7. Frozen Cereal
Pour milk into a bowl of cereal and freeze it overnight. Serve it as breakfast the next day and watch them try to dig in.
8. Toothpaste-Filled Oreo
Replace the filling in Oreo cookies with toothpaste and offer them as a snack. Watch their faces as they take a bite!
9. “No Signal” TV Prank
Change the channel on someone’s TV to a “no signal” screen, then leave the remote somewhere out of sight.
10. Color-Changing Milk
Add a few drops of food coloring to a bottle of milk when no one is looking. Serve it to unsuspecting family members and watch their confusion.
11. Fake Ice Cubes with Bugs
Freeze small plastic bugs inside ice cubes and serve them in drinks. The surprise is guaranteed!
12. “Broken” TV Remote
Place a piece of clear tape over the sensor of a TV remote. They’ll spend ages trying to figure out why it’s not working.
13. Voice-Activated Toaster
Tell someone that your toaster is now voice-activated and watch them try to command it.
14. Fake Alarm Clock
Set multiple alarm clocks around someone’s room to go off at different times, but hide them so they can’t turn them off.
15. Fake Bug in the Shower
Place a fake spider or insect in the shower and watch someone scream when they spot it.
16. Fake Phone Call from Boss
Set up a fake phone call from someone’s boss, saying they need to urgently come into work, only to reveal it’s a prank.
17. Sticky Note Overload
Cover someone’s car or workspace entirely in sticky notes. It’s a harmless, time-consuming joke.
18. Fake Ice Cream Cone
Serve a fake ice cream cone made out of mashed potatoes or a scoop of whipped cream, and watch the reaction as they go to take a bite.
19. Water Bottle Squeeze
Poke a tiny hole in the top of a water bottle. When someone tries to drink, it will squirt everywhere.
20. Fake TV Show Announcement
Create a fake announcement that their favorite TV show has been canceled. Watch them react to the shocking news before revealing it’s an April Fools’ joke.
21. Change Contact Names
Change the contact name of someone in your phone to something funny or strange and text them something totally random.
22. Spilled Drink Fakeout
Pour a glass of water into a plate, but leave the glass perfectly intact. Place a napkin under it so it looks like you spilled a drink.
23. Popcorn Ceiling Surprise
Fill someone’s ceiling light fixture with popcorn kernels. When the light turns on, the kernels will scatter like a mini rainstorm.
24. Rearrange Furniture
Sneak into someone’s home or office and rearrange their furniture while they’re away. When they return, they’ll be confused about the changes.
25. Jello Juice
Prepare a glass of Jello, but serve it as if it’s a normal drink. Watch them struggle to sip through the straw.
26. Fake Lottery Ticket
Buy a fake lottery ticket and give it to someone as a gift. They’ll get excited when they think they’ve won, only to discover it’s a prank.
27. Shaving Cream on Door Handle
Put shaving cream on a door handle, then wait for the victim to grab it and get a surprising amount of foam on their hands.
28. Computer Mouse in a Jar
Place someone’s computer mouse inside a clear jar or container, so it’s impossible to move. They’ll be baffled as to why it isn’t working.
29. Plastic Wrap on the Toilet
Stretch plastic wrap under the toilet seat so it’s invisible but creates an unpleasant surprise for the next user.
30. Fake Spilled Nail Polish
Place a small amount of red food coloring or red ink in a spot where it looks like spilled nail polish. The mess will give people a scare.
31. Toothpaste in Shoes
Sneak a little toothpaste inside the toes of someone’s shoes. They’ll be confused when they put their feet in.
32. Reversed Phone Settings
Change the language settings on someone’s phone or computer to another language. Watch them try to figure out what happened.
33. Bathroom Sink Explosion
Place a piece of baking soda under the drain of a bathroom sink. When the water runs, it will bubble up like an explosion.
34. Fake Bathroom Sign
Put up a sign in a bathroom saying it’s out of order, but don’t say why. Watch people question whether they can use it.
35. Fake Traffic Ticket
Create a fake traffic ticket and slip it under someone’s windshield wiper. Watch their shock as they read it.
36. Fake Broken Glass
Scatter some broken glass shards (using fake glass or plastic) on the ground near someone’s car, making them think something serious happened.
37. Mismatched Shoes
Swap out someone’s shoes with mismatched pairs. They’ll spend some time figuring out what happened.
38. Fake Spider on the Mirror
Place a realistic fake spider on a bathroom mirror or bedroom window. Watch as people get startled when they spot it.
39. Leftover Pizza Prank
Pretend to serve pizza for breakfast but offer a box full of leftover pizza crusts. Watch as someone’s enthusiasm quickly fades.
40. Surprise in the Drawer
Fill someone’s drawer with silly things like rubber bands, ping pong balls, or crumpled paper. Watch them open it in confusion.
41. Autocorrect Shenanigans
Switch someone’s autocorrect settings to change commonly used words to something funny or absurd. Let them figure it out during a conversation.
42. Fake Bug in the Food
Place a small plastic bug in a dish that someone’s about to eat. Watch them freak out before you reveal the joke.
43. Wrong Calendar Date
Print out a fake calendar with the wrong date on it. Watch someone think they’ve missed a major event or appointment.
44. Car Alarm Surprise
Place a small device under someone’s car that triggers the car alarm every time they get near it. Watch the confusion unfold as they try to silence it.
45. Fake Plant Watering
Fill a plant pot with colorful confetti and pretend to water it. When someone asks why the plant is doing so well, reveal the surprise.
46. Refill the Shampoo Bottle with Glue
Refill a shampoo bottle with white glue. Watch the person try to use it in the shower, only to discover it’s not washing out.
Conclusion
April Fools’ Day in 2025 provides a perfect opportunity to embrace some lighthearted mischief. Whether you’re looking for a prank to play on your friends, family, or coworkers, these 46 jokes cover a wide range of creativity and humor. They’re designed to be simple, fun, and harmless, ensuring everyone can enjoy a good laugh without going too far. So, get ready to pull off some memorable pranks, and most importantly, make sure everyone can laugh with you, not at you!
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