Clutter-Free Father's Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is coming up! Are you stumped on what to get dad? Or did you procrastinate and now you can’t order something online because it won’t arrive in time? Or maybe you just want to change it up from your usual go-to gifts, like neck ties, socks, another Aloha shirt, or hat donning his favorite sports team.
Well, you’ve come to the right place! Here are some experiential gifts ideas for the dads or father-figures in your life.
THE ADVENTURER
FOR DADS WHO LOVE GETTING OUT
Check In
Surprise dad with a tickets to a far away destination or book him a relaxing staycation, either solo or with the family.
Weekend Getaway
Help dad unplug with a weekend camping trip or visit to a national park. You’ll give him the perfect excuse to get outside, enjoy nature, and slow down.
For the Thrill
For those dads who love an adrenaline rush, sign up for a new activity together, like paragliding, horseback riding, zip-lining, or surfing.
THE FOODIE
For DADS WHO LOVE to eat
Cooking Classes
Invite dad to try something new with a cooking class, either in your local area or online. From making homemade pasta to rolling his own sushi or decorating a cake, it’ll be a unique experience you’ll both savor for years to come.
Dinner Reservation
Treat dad to dinner at his favorite restaurant.
Tip: If dad doesn’t mind and reservations are already full for Father’s Day, then request another night. After all, who says we can’t celebrate dad any and every day?
Homemade Meal
If you weren’t able to get a restaurant reservation and you’re determined to celebrate Father’s Day on the date, then cook a homemade meal or fire up the grill and barbecue! Another idea: tell dad you want to learn his signature recipe and get cooking in the kitchen together.
THE NUMBER #1 FAN
FOR DADS WHO LOVE SPORTS
Game Day Tickets
Take dad from the living room couch to stadium seats with tickets to see his favorite team live! Mom may thank you, too, when he’s cheering for the players in person instead of yelling at the TV.
ESPN+ Subscription
For $10.99/month*, dad can watch thousands of live events, college sports, sports documentaries, and access exclusive content. Dad already has a subscription? Update the payment information, so that you can pay for the renewal.
*According to this site for ESPN+ at the time this article was published.
Day on the Green
Gift dad a round of golf at his favorite local course. Better yet, join him for some quality time together. Not into golf? Round up his buddies for a memorable day out.
THE CREATIVE
For DADS WHO LOVE arts & entertainment
Art Classes
Remember when you were a kid and you’d bring home hand-painted cards and abstract clay bowls from school? Take an art class with dad and reignite that childhood imagination as you draw, paint, throw pottery, or go on a photo walk together.
Event Experience
Turn up the volume this Father’s Day with tickets to watch live music, whether it’s a high-energy stadium concert or a cozy acoustic performance at a nearby venue. If music’s not his thing, then perhaps a stand-up comedy show would tickle his fancy (and funny bone).
Museum Membership
Get dad a day pass or an annual membership to the museum, where he can spend his downtime leisurely wandering through the galleries and discovering the latest exhibits.
THE HOMEBODY
FOR DADS WHO LOVE STAYING HOME
Movie Night
Have movie night at home complete with dad’s favorite theatre snacks. Pick from his favorite films or dust off the old home videos. Just be sure you have tissues on hand (you know…for when there’s “something in his eye”).
Home Improvement
Break out the tools and pitch in with one of dad's home projects. Your assistance will not only make the job easier, but will also create lifelong memories and lessons of working side by side with him.
Family Feud
Whether it's classic board games, strategic card matches, or outdoor fun like cornhole, bring the family together for a day filled with some friendly competition. Will it be guys versus girls? Couples versus couples? Or everyone for themselves!
