Creative Ways to Celebrate Father's Day

From adventures to experiences, there are countless ways to make this Father’s Day unforgettable. Whether you want to celebrate your dad, stepdad, grandfather, or any paternal figure, we have lots of unique ways to spend a fun day together.

Fun options for the Foodie

Brunch on a boat! Enjoy a narrated cruise on Lake Union or Lake Washington (weather dependent) as you feast on a delightful brunch menu and enjoy morning cocktails and coffee. This two-hour yacht trip will showcase some of Seattle’s favorites sights. A special event by Waterways Cruises, if this Father’s Day option doesn’t quite fit your schedule, you can purchase tickets for one of their other offerings. 

June 16th, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Adults $99+, Children $25+ 

Adventure through the beautiful grounds of IslandWood; stroll the 6 miles of trails with drop-in activities along the way and a great lookout tower. Trails and activities will be open for exploration before the BBQ buffet meal which begins at 4:00 PM. 

June 16th, 2:00 - 6:00 PM | Adults $50, Children 3+ $18 | Presale encouraged

Want a three-course meal fit for a king? Stanley & Seafort’s in Tacoma is offering a gourmet experience with entree options like crab stuffed Alaskan halibut, herb crusted prime rib, and a seafood trio. There will also be creative appetizers and delectable desserts. 

June 16th, 3:00 - 9:00 PM | $60 per person | reservations encouraged

Unique Adventures

Did you know Port Gamble Bay is a great spot to see bioluminescence? Olympic Outdoor Center offers guided paddle tours where you can enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of these glowing organisms. Book a nighttime kayak excursion to treat Dad to something special. 

Dates Vary | Tours from 9:30 - 11:30 PM | Price $69+

If your family is big on group games, consider spending Father's Day at  Kitsap Great Escape in Silverdale. Together, you can try your hand at solving one of the four escape rooms they offer. 

Dates & Times Vary | Prices from $15 - $45 per person

Airplanes, Cars, and Baseball, Oh My! 

The Museum of Flight in Seattle wants to thank dads for all they do by offering FREE admission to dads on Father’s Day if they are accompanied by their children (of any age). Enjoy the displays of the past, present, and future of spacecrafts and aircrafts as well as many exhibits and artifacts. The collection is considered to be one of the best in the world.

Museum Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | $18-$26 per person, discounts available

Is your dad or stepdad a classic car lover? LeMay - America's Car Museum in Tacoma is celebrating “24 hours of Dad” with specials on annual memberships, a race watch party, and a car show, hosted by BaT. First 200 attendees will receive free tickets to the museum.

June 16th, Car Show 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Museum Hours 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

For a baseball-loving father, go to T-Mobile Park to watch the Seattle Mariners play the Texas Rangers. And, the first 10,000 dads will receive a special Father’s Day Stadium Seat Cushion! Kids who are 14 and under will receive a free poster that day.

June 16th, 1:10 PM | Tickets from $30

Make a Unique Card for Dad

For the young Picasso, there are two fun, local options to make a unique card. Visit the Suquamish Museum from June 10 - June 16 during open hours to create a Father’s Day Card. You will definitely want to stay and learn about the history of the Suquamish people. It is a beautiful museum. Additionally, Kids Discovery Museum (KiDiMu) on Bainbridge Island is offering a pop-up card making station at their museum June 12th - June 15th. 

Suquamish Museum Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Limit 2 cards per person

KiDiMu Hours: June 12th & 13th, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM   June 14th & 15th, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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