TikTok Is Obsessed With This $23 Dad Sneaker Here's Where You Can Get It

This viral Walmart sneaker keeps selling out, but we found a few available -- just for you.

By Megan Gray Feb 21, 2025 4:24 PM
| Updated Feb 25, 2025 4:29 PM
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When TikTok gets obsessed with something, they really get obsessed. And the latest viral obsession is a budget-friendly dad sneaker. Let's get into why and where you can get yours.

This bestselling sneaker has all the best qualities of a dad sneaker (or eclectic grandpa). They have that chunky sole, neutral colorways (also pink), and a practical aesthetic. These are the shoes that can get you to the airport on time, remind you to pay your taxes, and tell you about World War II. 

And with leather and suede-like accents, they also look stylish and high-end. Walmart has them for $23 at the moment, but color options are going fast, so don't wait. The hype on these sneakers is real, get yours now.

The Viral Walmart Dad Sneaker

Avia Women's 5000 Performance Suede Sneakers

With leather and suede-like accents, these sneakers look more expensive than they are. They're also durable, comfortable, and stylish for running errands, walking the dog, hitting the gym, working on your feet all day...and more.

  • Available colors: 2
  • Available sizes: 6 to 11, including wide & half-size options

Avia Men's 5000 Athletic Performance Sneakers

Go full dad and snag the men's version of these viral sneakers. They come in more color options at the moment and will still give you that comfy, stylish look and feel.

  • Available colors: 8
  • Available sizes: 8 to 13, including half-size options
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Avia Men's 5000 Athletic Performance Sneakers

Here's another color option for the viral dad sneaker (in men's size options). They're breathable, comfy, and made for GRWM videos.

  • Available colors: 8
  • Available sizes: 8 to 13, including half-size options

What Reviewers Say:

"I love my Avia 5000! I am so happy that they have leather and suede it gives the shoe a high end look. I believe I have 10 pair every time a new color or pattern comes out I must have. What makes me come back to this shoe is the cushion inside the shoe and the support the shoe gives my foot. I have yet to break the cushion down in these shoes."

"These are so pretty and comfortable! Look just like the high-end sneakers."

"I don't EVER leave reviews but theses shoes are great. Especially that they offer wide. I was searching for shoes and my coworker had told me about these. These shoes are top quality and aren't cheap at all. I can wear them my whole shift no foot pain or back pain. Plz just give them a try. I had to come back and get two more pairs in different colors. Not mention extremely affordable."

"Looked really cute with my outfits. This style of shoe is now the “in-style” look. People pay lots of money for name brand shoes that are very similar in style… I decided to take a more affordable route and received lots of compliments. I will be ordering more in different colors."

"Great dupe to the new balance, very comfortable, good quality and great price. The color is very neutral and true to size in my eyes. I'll probably buy one more pair I like them so much."

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