Kids Camp FREE on Father's Day Weekend

Give Dad exactly what he wants for Father's Day this year – quality family time in the great outdoors. Kids camp FREE on Father's Day Weekend at participating locations. {Find Out More}
When: June 15-17, 2018
Where: Participating Campgrounds

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FREE Festival of the Fish, Father's Day Parade, & Fireworks

Join the fun in downtown Vermilion for the annual Festival of the Fish over Father's Day weekend, featuring free daily entertainment and FREE admission, kid’s games, food and marketplace, fireworks (Fri.), parade (Sun.), lighted boat parade, pet parade, sand castle building contest, crazy craft race, Queens’s pageant, wooden boat river parade, and Firefighters water fights! {Find Out More}
When: June 15-17, 2018; 12pm-11pm (Fri.-Sat.), 12pm-6pm (Sun.)
Where: Downtown Vermilion, OH

FREE Admission for Dad at McKinley Museum

Give dad an early Father’s Day gift. Bring him to the Museum on the day before Father’s Day. All dads admitted FREE! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; all day
Where: 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: FREE

FREE Donuts for Dads at Hudson Library & Historical Society

Come celebrate Dad! Kid’s, treat your dad to donuts and make a special project together. For dad/grandpa and children ages 4-11 years old. Registration is required. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; 10am-11am
Where: 96 Library St., Hudson, OH 44236

Kids Club: Father's Day Cards at Michaels

Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in-store or online, or just drop in. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; 10am-12pm
Where: Michaels locations across Northeast Ohio
Cost: $2-$5 per project, includes supplies

FREE Papa Bear Canvas at Pat Catan's

Celebrate Father's Day at your local Pat Catan's and create your own Papa Bear Canvas! Draw a papa bear and cub on a canvas and then add colorful pom poms for their fluffy tails. Don't forget to write a “beary” special message for dad as well! This canvas is a perfect gift for Father's Day and will be a great addition to his favorite space. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; 1pm-3pm
Where: Pat Catan's locations across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE

Daddy-Daughter Princess Date at Starz Ballroom

Enjoy a special father-daughter dance just in time for Father’s Day! Take your little princess on an unforgettable first date to meet her favorite princesses – Belle, Cinderella, the Snow Queen, and the Frog Princess – and dance the night away. Your ticket package includes a red carpet entrance, wrist corsage, souvenir keepsake photo and Father's Day craft, a dance lesson with a Starz Ballroom instructor, princess performance, and dance party, and dance floor light up giveaways! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; 4:30pm-6pm OR 7pm-8:30pm
Where: 24510 Sperry Dr., Westlake, OH 44145
Cost: $45 per couple

FREE Father’s Day Fun Day! at Center Court

Join us for an afternoon of fun for the whole family and celebrate all things Dad! Includes: Free games, Face painting, Delicious snacks, DJ entertainment, The Sandlot movie viewing, an appearance by Slider from the Cleveland Indians™ from 12pm – 1pm {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, June 16, 2018; 12pm–3pm
Where: 26300 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH 44122
Cost: FREE

FREE Day Passes for Dads at Sluggers & Putters Amuseument Park

Happy Father's Day! Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park is offering Free Day Passes to Dad's with the purchase of a regular price day pass! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; noon-8pm
Where: 333 Lafayette Dr NW, Canal Fulton, Ohio 44614
Cost: Free Day Passes to Dad's with the purchase of a regular price day pass

FREE Admission for Dad at the Akron Zoo

Celebrate the special guy in your life with a day at the zoo. Dads and grandpas get free admission! (Find Out More)
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; all day
Where: 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Cost: FREE admission for dads and grandpas

61st Annual Classic, Antique, & Collector Car Show at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

View 400 classic, antique, and collector cars manufactured from 1915-1993. The special feature is a British Invasion Class and the Inner Circle returns after a one-year hiatus – in front of the Manor House with Full Classics from 1915-1919. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 9am-4:30pm
Where: 714 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303
Cost: Tickets: $11 per adult ($14 per nonmember adult), $5 per youth ages 6-17 ($6 per nonmember youth)

Super Dad Day at Cafe O'Play

Dads are real-life superheroes! Today let’s celebrate them for all they do with free drinks for dad’s all day. Plus, there will be superhero-themed activities and a craft available for dad and kiddos to enjoy. Spiderman will be on site for play and photos from 11am-12pm! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 10am-4pm
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Ste. 27, Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Regular admission rates apply

FREE Father's Day at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Enjoy Father's Day with a free day at the Zoo for Dad. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 10am-5pm
Where: 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
Cost: FREE for dads

FREE Father's Day at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium

Enjoy free admission for dads, stepdads, and grandpas on Father’s Day with the purchase of a child or adult general admission ticket. The spotlight will be on marine animal parents, with fascinating facts at every turn. Guests could win an annual Aquarium pass by completing an exhibit-inspired word puzzle with a focus on fatherhood. Children are also invited to create a personalized shark-themed Father’s Day card in the 1st floor classroom, and the first 150 dads admitted will receive a special button to commemorate their visit. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 10am-5pm (last admission is at 4pm)
Where: 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Cost: FREE for dads, stepdads, and grandpas

FREE Owl's House or Dad Frame at Pat Catan's

Join us on Father's Day weekend and create your own Owl's House or Outdoors with Dad Frame! Decorate a birdhouse using Foamies® of an owl, tree or crescent moon. Or, use outdoor inspired Foamies and create a day or nighttime scene and place your favorite memory together inside the frame. Both crafts are perfect for the dad in your life and will look great on a desk or shelf! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 1pm-3pm
Where: Pat Catan's locations across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE

Father's Day Scavenger Hunt at Summit Metro Parks

Come out to the park to celebrate Father's Day while finding fun objects in nature with the special male in your life. Groups who find all the objects will win a prize, while supplies last. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 1pm-3pm
Where: Liberty Park Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
Cost: FREE

Open Studio: Father’s Day Tie Dye at Akron ArtWorks

Come tie-dye a tie or a shirt or socks! We will even have shoelaces and bucket hats. A great gift for dad that you can make with your Pops. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 1pm-4pm
Where: Akron ArtWorks, 1720 Merriman Rd., Ste. A, Akron, OH 44313
Cost: $10 individual (includes 1 (one) item: t-shirt, socks, or tie) or $25 max. for family (3+) (each person will get 1 item to tie-dye)

Father’s Day Swim FREE on Father's Day at Manry Pool

Willowick dads swim for free. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 1pm-5:30pm
Where: 30100 Arnold Rd., Willowick, OH 44095

FREE Father's Day Stroll at Cleveland Metroparks 

Bring dad out to spend some quality time together on the trails. Enjoy a slow pace and share some favorite stories about our dads and the wisdom they have bestowed upon us. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 2pm-3:30pm
Where: West Creek Reservation, 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma, OH 44134

Day Out with Dad at the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Enjoy a day of family, football, and fun! Randy Moss will be the featured Gold Jacket for this event with a Special Appearance by Gold Jacket Anthony Muñoz. (Find Out More)
When: Saturday, June 23, 2018; 9am-12pm
Where: 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: $38 for 1 adult and up to 4 kids (age 12 and younger), $18 per additional child (age 12 and younger), $25 per additional adult

Father’s Day Brunches & Dining Options

Thinking about taking dad out for a nice meal for Father’s Day?  Here are a handful of restaurants that are hosting Father’s Day Dining Specials. When you find the one you’re looking for, be sure to call and make your reservations now.

Father's Day Grand Buffet at Fieldcrest Estate
Fieldcrest brings families together for a sit-down celebration featuring all your favorites from the Sunday Brunch Buffets, plus some seasonal treats like turkey, ham, and sweet potatoes. This Father's Day, bring dad for a special Batter Up Barbecue, featuring a vintage baseball game! The times and prices of the Grand Buffet differ from the normal Sunday Brunch Buffet; please verify this with the Front Desk when you phone to make your reservation. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018
Where: 1346 Easthill St. SE, North Canton, OH 44720

Father's Day Lunch Cruise on the Goodtime III
Enjoy live entertainment by Frank & Dean and a special menu. Reservations are required. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; Boarding with lunch at 11am, Cruise: 12pm-2pm
Where: 825 E. Ninth St. Pier, North Coast Harbor, Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: $39.95 per adult, $27.95 per child (ages 2-12)

Father’s Day Brunch Cruise on the Nautica Queen
Skip the tie and give Dad what he really wants … a day away from the BBQ grill! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 11am-1:30pm
Where: 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

Father's Day All-You-Can-Eat Wings at Quaker Steak & Lube {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 11am-8pm
Where: 4900 Transportation Dr., Sheffield Village, OH 44054

Father's Day at Grand River Cellars Winery & Restaurant
Bring dad out for a day of wine, food, and entertainment. The day will feature entrée and dessert specials. A children’s menu is also available. Live music from 4pm-7pm. Reservations are strongly suggested. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 12pm-7:30pm
Where: 5750 S. Madison Rd., Madison, OH 44057

Father’s Day Early Dinner on the Nautica Queen
No need for dad to hit the grill this year. Treat him to an early dinner on the Nautica Queen! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, June 17, 2018; 4pm-6:30pm
Where: 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

Other Options

If the weather is warm enjoy one of these water activities: Spraygrounds & Splashpads | Local Beaches | Outdoor Water Parks 

Outdoor Play Centers – Challenge Dad to a game of Mini Golf, a Go Karts race, or Bumper Boats.  These outdoor fun centers would make a fun father's day activity.

Parks & Playgrounds – Pack a lunch and have a picnic at the Park, bring along a kite to fly or hike the trails.  Stop for ice cream to make the day extra special.

Frisbee Disc Golf – A little family friendly competition at one of our local frisbee disc golf courses, or make a course of your own using different objects (tree, post) as the hole.

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