The earliest April Fools’ Day hoax on record was in 1698, when people in London were told to go see the annual ceremony of the washing of the lions.

Whether you are planning a prank or just enjoy a good laugh, we are gathering the best jokes for you.

Every year on April 1st, something unusual happens around the world. Strange announcements appear online. Friends behave suspiciously. Brands release “big news” that feels just slightly too bizarre to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. April Fools' Day is just around the corner. This year, the holiday, which is not a federal or national holiday but widely ...

Note: An earlier version of this story first published in April 2024. This version has been updated for 2026. April Fool's Day jokes are fun up until the person telling them becomes the punchline.

It’s time for jokesters and pranksters to try out their best tricks — Wednesday is April Fools' Day. Humorous pranks and tricks have been entertaining the world for centuries. There’s nothing quite ...

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So far today you’ve put toothpaste in your kid’s Oreos, brought mayo-filled Krispy Kremes to your co-workers, and placed a rubber band around the faucet sprayer as a surprise for your spouse. “It’s ...

April Fools' Day is just around the corner. This year, the holiday, which is not a federal or national holiday but widely celebrated regardless, will fall on a Wednesday. Celebrated annually on April ...