Air Jordan 3 'World's Best Dad' Rich History, Nike Air Branding, A Salute to Fathers: Here's What to Know

• Release Date: May 16, 2026
• Price: $215
• Color: Sail/Black-University Red-Pale Ivory-Palomino
• SKU:  IF4396-103
• Category: Lifestyle

For an early look at the World's Best Dad 3s, I have linked a YouTube review below.

Air Jordan 3 'World's Best Dad' Sends a Tribute to His Late Father

Within the last year MJ has had many family related kicks release to us. During Mother's Day last year the 'Forget Me Not' 4s released along with the Family Affair 3s in October and this year doesn't slow down with the family theme either. Mother's Day Low 11s were released last week, World's Best Dad 3s this week and the long-awaited Bloodline 12s release later in the month.

The newest 3s goes further than just the color scheme and Nike Air branding. The retros are a tribute to fatherhood and MJ's late father James Jordan. The storytelling ties directly back to the 1996 Championship — 3 years after his father's passing. The classic image of MJ lying on the locker room floor holding the game ball on Father's Day is still one of the most rich and iconic photos in sports history.

Air Jordan 3 'World's Best Dad' Design Details & Where to Buy

The details on the shoe reflect the Father's Day moment with the pattern of the carpet from the locker room being the classic elephant print around the midsole along with the inside of the tongue reading 'World's Best Dad. The pair is expected to come with special packaging and a Father's Day card making this more than just a standard release.

You can expect the pair in the usual retail stores such as DSG, Foot Locker, Champs, Finish Line, Hibbett, Snipes, JD and other retailers that offer release day kicks.