What will you do for Dad this year on Father’s Day? Celebrate his awesomeness on Sunday, June 20th by spending some quality time with him and choosing a meaningful card and/or gift. Stumped on ideas? Think about what Dad loves to do, and include activities and gifts related to that. Still need help? Kidzworld has got you covered!
Do something fun with Dad on Sunday, June 21st!
10 Ways to Celebrate Dad
- Make him a big, hearty breakfast. Have it ready when he wakes up. (But don’t wake him up! Let him sleep in if he wants to.)
- Play a game with him in the backyard. Ideas include catch, cornhole, a family baseball game, or bocce.
- Have a Father’s Day movie night. Let him pick the movie(s). Star Wars marathon anyone?
- Go to a car show. If your dad is into classic cars, he’ll be in heaven at one of these shows. Many communities are having socially-distanced car shows on Father’s Day weekend this year. Check and see if yours is!
- Plan a picnic at a local park. Pack some his favorite foods.
- Have a backyard barbecue and cook his favorite meat. Get someone to help you with the grill. You can also buy him some grill tools or spices for gifts.
- If your dad likes the outdoors, go fishing, hiking, or for a bike ride (even if you don’t feel like it!).
- Do that chore he’s been asking you to do that you keep putting off! While you’re at it, why not ask him if there’s anything else he’d like you to help him with around the house?
- Wash or clean out dad’s car for him. Ask for help from other family members if you need to.
- Ask Dad ahead of time how he’d like to spend the day, and then help make that happen! Enlist Mom’s or another sibling’s help.
Spend some uninterrupted time with Dad on Father's Day doing something he loves.
12 Gift Ideas
These gifts cover every kind of dad on the list. Don’t forget to make a card. It doesn’t have to be fancy—Just tell Dad how much you appreciate all he does for you every day.
For the dad who as everything already
'What I Love about Dad' Fill-in-the-Blank Gift Journal ($10.39; amazon.com)
If you’re completely stumped, go the sappy route! What dad doesn’t love being told how great he is?
Fill the book in ahead of time and write your own messages to Dad.
Framed Memories
Another perfectly sappy choice is a framed photo of your family. Find one that captures a fun family moment, like a memory of a vacation. Find a nice frame that Dad can put on his desk at work.
Have a great family photo on your phone? Print it out and frame it! Dad will love it.
For the sporty/outdoorsy dad
Rambler 12-ounce Colster Can Insulator ($24.99; yeti.com)
Keep Dad hydrated with this insulated tumbler, which chills water for hours!
Dad will love this insulated drink holder on a hot summer day.
For the dad who loves to cook/grill
Derek Wolf South American Variety Pack (Spiceology.com)
Use promo code WELOVEDAD to get 10% off that or anything else in the Spiceology store.
If your dad goes gaga for barbecue, he'll love these spice kits!
For the dad who loves to golf
Oversize Golf Umbrella ($15.00; amazon.com)
This golf umbrella is perfect for rainy days on the course.
Keep Dad dry on the course with this!
15 Pack of Nitro Golf Balls ($11.97; walmart.com)
Dad won’t lose his golf ball so easily with these!
Give your dad these stylish neon golf balls so he can spot them anywhere.
For the dad who likes to get pampered
Buy dad a cozy pair of slippers and tuck some of his favorite snacks inside.
Dads need pampering too sometimes! Why not on Father's Day?
Put soap, aftershave, razors, and a bag of his favorite coffee in a basket and wrap it with a ribbon.
Make a Dad gift basket with some of his favorite stuff.
For the dad who loves gadgets of all kinds
Breakfast Sandwich Maker ($24.99; walmart.com)
Dad will have his breakfast made in a snap with this nifty breakfast sandwich maker!
Perfect for Dad to make a quick, hearty breakfast before he heads off to work.
For the comic dad
Dad Jokes: Terribly Good Dad Jokes ($6.99; amazon.com)
Is your dad always cracking cheesy jokes? Here are more to add to his repertoire.
Show your dad how much you love his sense of humor with this "Dad" joke book.
For the dad who loves music
The 80s Mistaken Lyrics Coasters ($25.00; amazon.com)
"Hold me closer, Tony Danza." You might not know what that means, but your dad probably will. Give him a whole set of these drink coasters, featuring widely mistaken lyrics from popular 80's songs.
If your dad grew up loving 80's music, he'll have a special appreciation for these.
A homemade option
Short on cash? Make something! Find lots of cute DIY gift ideas on websites like Pinterest. You can find instructions to make this personalized leather key holder on the Crafts Unleashed website.
Check Crafts Unleashed for a tutorial on how to make these key holders.
Sometimes we don’t realize how much dads do for us every day. Father’s Day is a chance to emphasize how much you care. Make sure you do something fun with together that day. Give him lots of attention and tell him you love him. Your thoughtfulness will mean the world to him!
Whatever you do for your dad on Father's Day, make sure he knows how much you love him!
