Father's Day Celebration Ideas: A Complete Guide

• Father’s Day is coming up soon, and you should plan a special celebration for every father figure in your life.

• Take a look at these celebration ideas for activities that allow Dad to relax, bond with his kids, or spend time with his own father.

• Create a blend of different activities to ensure the dad in your life feels loved and appreciated.

Whether you’re celebrating a new dad or someone who’s been acting as a father figure for years, it’s never a bad idea to explore new Father’s Day celebration ideas that can make this day extra special. At Abiie®, we’re here with a variety of Father’s Day activity ideas that you can book for Dad to enjoy alone and for when he wants to bond with his family. We’ve also included featured gift ideas that can help ensure your dad is always at the top of his game. Check out what we’ve got in store this June to plan a personalized Father’s Day that will make him feel loved and appreciated.

Father’s Day Activities

There are plenty of Father’s Day activity ideas that could make the dad in your life feel special. We recommend planning two or three activities for a busy day that blend all his favorite things together. Consider a few solo activities that give him some time to relax, as well as a couple of bonding activities that allow your little one to spend quality time with him.

Bonding With The Family

You may want Dad to spend time with kids and family, and this may include his parents as well! Use our Father’s Day celebration ideas to ensure multiple generations can come together for a truly special day.

1. Write and Present Your Top 10 List

You can do this one with just your partner and kids, as well as with your own parents. Everyone sits down and writes down 10 things they appreciate about every father in the room. Then, take a moment to read through the list, so they fully understand what makes them such a special dad. Even little ones can participate in this moment, writing down their favorite memories, funny stories, and favorite things about their dad.

2. Go On A Hike

If you’ve got a dad in your life who loves the great outdoors, a hike may be the perfect Father’s Day celebration idea. You’ll get everyone out into nature, breathing the fresh air and enjoying the amazing June weather. You can invite other dads to this activity and make it a group outing that allows children to bond with their fathers while practicing physical activities and learning about plants and animals.

3. Have A Picnic

Some dads are more interested in good food than an adventure in nature. For these occasions, you can put together a picnic in your favorite park or even in your backyard. Consider crafting a menu that includes all his favorite foods, and let your little ones help with some of the simpler tasks. They may love picking out the perfect blanket, choosing which juice or soda to bring, and baking dessert with you. This Father’s Day celebration idea is incredibly versatile, as you can host it just for him as a date night, include your little ones, or invite the whole family.

4. Have A Movie Marathon

Is the father in your life a cinephile? Take him to the movies or host a movie marathon at home. You can choose an age-appropriate epic that introduces your little ones to your favorite series. Some of the most popular movie marathons may include Star Wars, superhero movies, Star Trek, or The Lord of the Rings.

5. Host A BBQ

When you love good food, you want to get the whole family together, and grilling is a top-tier dad activity for your father figure, a BBQ is the classic choice. This Father’s Day celebration idea is perfect for dads who love to grill or those who just enjoy having burgers and hot dogs by the pool. You can fire up the grill yourself or let Dad take charge if that’s what he wants. This Father’s Day activity idea will likely take up most of the day, so plan your other activities to be a little more relaxing. 

Solo Activities

Not every Father’s Day celebration idea needs to be for the whole family. Some dads like relaxing on their own before spending quality time with their loved ones. Check out these solo ideas that could be the perfect start to his day.

1. Spa Day

A dad who takes self-care seriously will love some time to himself, getting a massage or relaxing in the sauna. Book him an appointment in the afternoon so he can relax after all the more exciting Father’s Day activity ideas.

2. Golf Day

If your father figure really loves to spend some time golfing, you can book him a tee time. We love dads bonding with other dads, so this may be a great opportunity for him to enjoy quality time with his own father or other dad friends.

3. Fishing

While this is just one example, many dads have special interests and passions that they don’t get to enjoy very often because they’re focused on their family. If you can carve out some time on Father’s Day for him to head to the lake or work on a hobby, he’ll come back refreshed and ready to spend time with the kids.

Father’s Day Gifts

In addition to these unique Father’s Day celebration ideas, you may want to get your father figure a gift to commemorate his hard work and dedication to family. We love giving baby gear as gifts for moms and dads because it can make their lives a bit easier. Take a look at some of our favorite eco-friendly baby products, and why dads love them.

1. Huggs® Baby Hip Carrier

We recommend this unique baby gift because our hip carriers provide more support for infants and parents, allowing extra bonding time throughout the day. With its adjustable straps and velcro-free hip seat, dads get some hands-free convenience without needing to put down their little one. An alternative option is the Huggs® Hip Seat BaseLite, a comfortable fanny pack baby seat that dads love. 

2. Meal Kit Subscription

Keeping yourself and your little one healthy in those first few months of parenthood can be tough. With a meal kit subscription, dads can cook up simple, healthy meals without having to worry about grocery shopping. And with silicone baby bibs, as well as baby plate sets, cleanup is quick and easy.

3. Memory Book

If he doesn’t already have one, celebrating his little one’s milestones is an essential part of creating memories and preserving them to look back on. Build a memory book for dad with a few pages filled in, and let him fill out the rest with the most important moments between him and his little ones.

Father’s Day Celebrations

We hope this list of Father’s Day celebration ideas and gifts has inspired you to plan a fantastic day for any father in your life. Find more inspiration for celebratory moments when you follow our blog, and discover parenting essentials when you shop our baby products.