{"id":278,"date":"2022-06-18T15:04:24","date_gmt":"2022-06-18T15:04:24","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2023-09-05T23:06:50","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T15:06:50","slug":"7-activities-to-do-with-your-dad-on-fathers-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.circledna.com\/7-activities-to-do-with-your-dad-on-fathers-day\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Activities To Do With Your Dad On Father\u2019s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With Father\u2019s Day coming up, you\u2019re likely thinking about activities to do with your dad on his special day. One of the best ways to honor your dad is to organize a fun Father\u2019s Day activity to do with him on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps you\u2019ve already found the perfect <a target=\"_new0.7999008240177303\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/5-fathers-day-gifts-to-show-you-care-about-your-dads-health\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Father\u2019s Day gift<\/a>. However, if you are looking to go the extra mile, plan a fun and memorable activity for Father\u2019s Day as well. Though gifts are nice to receive, there\u2019s no present quite like your presence. Nothing can beat experiences with dad that you can keep in your memory bank forever.<\/p>\n<p>Below are 7 great activities to do with your dad to make Father\u2019s Day extra special. Take time to look through this list of Father\u2019s Day activities, as it contains something for everyone. Whether you are looking to plan the type of Father\u2019s Day activity that is adults-only, or with siblings or kids in tow.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1551632811-561732d1e306?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8Mnx8aGlraW5nfGVufDB8fDB8fA%3D%3D&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"two person walking towards mountain covered with snow\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"1-father-s-day-hiking-trip\">1. Father\u2019s Day Hiking Trip<\/h2>\n<p>Connecting with nature as a family always feels great. Nature provides you with happiness, comfort and relaxation, which is especially important in the context of the stress-inducing <a target=\"_new0.7999008240177303\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/what-is-the-hustle-culture\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hustle culture<\/a> that has been glorified in the media today. That said, one special and memorable activity you can do with dad this Father\u2019s day would be to go on a scenic hike. Maybe this will provide him with the respite needed after being stressed out with work. It is also a great way to get him some endorphins from exercise, and to remind dad of the value of physical health.<\/p>\n<p>Show your dad how much you care by <a target=\"_new0.7999008240177303\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/circledna.com\/blog\/13-small-snacks-to-bring-on-a-hike\/\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">packing his favorite snacks<\/a> on your hike, to share with him at a viewpoint along the way.<\/p>\n<p>A Father\u2019s Day hike will feel like the perfect special occasion activity, especially if you have the whole day planned out, and you take dad on a long drive to a very beautiful hiking location.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1611754431702-20dc7dd004a2?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8MTF8fGZvb2QlMjB0b3VyfGVufDB8fDB8fA%3D%3D&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"2-plan-a-food-tour-\">2. Plan a \u2018Food Tour\u2019<\/h2>\n<p>Nothing commemorates a hallmark holiday like food! A fun activity you could do with dad, and the whole family, would be to plan your own \u2018food tour\u2019 in your area. Essentially, you hop from one restaurant or food truck to the next, trying different food items until your bellies are full.<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps you\u2019ll go to one restaurant for dinner, and a different restaurant for dessert, and you could even go to a separate trendy location for after-dinner cocktails.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to make reservations at each location on your \u2018food tour\u2019 so that your dad feels this activity was thoughtfully planned out and organized.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1508098682722-e99c43a406b2?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8MXx8Zm9vdGJhbGx8ZW58MHx8MHx8&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"3-take-dad-to-his-favorite-sporting-event\">3 Take Dad to His Favorite Sporting Event<\/h2>\n<p>If your dad is particularly sporty or loves watching a certain type of sport, consider taking him out to his favorite sporting event. If your dad loves baseball, for example, purchase tickets to see his team play, and be sure to buy him a beer and a hot dog at the game.<\/p>\n<p>It could be double the fun if it\u2019s a sporting event where one of dad\u2019s kids or grandkids is a participant. Perhaps someone has a little league game they\u2019re participating in this Sunday. You can also do a tailgate feast while watching the event, and share a meal over hollers and cheers directed at the team you are rooting for. It\u2019s definitely a fun and festive way to spend Father\u2019s day.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1597158520886-43e23f1acb1e?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8NXx8bGl2ZSUyMG11c2ljfGVufDB8fDB8fA%3D%3D&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"4-take-him-to-see-live-music\">4. Take Him to See Live Music<\/h2>\n<p>Your dad may not be as into sports, but rather more into music. If you know your dad to be a lover of live music, take him to see a band performing at a local pub or eatery. This will be a fun way for you to let loose, enjoy the music with your dad, and have fun. Not only will this improve dad\u2019s mood, but studies also suggest that music also has a <a target=\"_new0.7999008240177303\" href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3734071\/#:~:text=In%20summary%2C%20the%20findings%20of,but%20tended%20to%20increase%20it.\&quot;" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calming effect<\/a> on the body. This might be why people feel so good after going to see live music with their family.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1637988611247-cde9c1e4874d?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8NzN8fGJvYXQlMjByaWRlfGVufDB8fDB8fA%3D%3D&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"5-try-a-fun-extreme-sport-or-special-adventure\">5. Try a Fun \u2018Extreme Sport\u2019 or Special Adventure<\/h2>\n<p>Since Father\u2019s Day is a special occasion, why not plan some type of unique adventure that you wouldn\u2019t normally do? This could include something unique like laser tag or a boat ride \u2013 or it could be some sort of extreme sport if your dad is in good health.<\/p>\n<p>If your dad is in good health and happens to be an adrenaline junky, extreme sports could be a fun Father\u2019s Day activity. Take dad out to bungee jumping, jet skiing, or take him to a ropes course.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1578863950596-a74dfe8267b5?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8Nnx8cGljbmljfGVufDB8fDB8fA%3D%3D&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"6-father-s-day-picnic\">6. Father\u2019s Day Picnic<\/h2>\n<p>To plan the perfect Father\u2019s Day picnic including kids and grandkids, you don\u2019t need much. All you need is a nice big picnic blanket, a couple nice bottles of wine, plastic wine glasses, and picnic food.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a big family, make the picnic potluck style. This means that everyone attending the Father\u2019s Day picnic (except for your dad) would bring a different food item for everyone to enjoy. One family member might be in charge of bringing fruit salad, another family member responsible for sandwiches, while another is in charge of bringing dessert or wine.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a nice park nearby to have a picnic at, there are other options to still make this work. You could also have the picnic on the rooftop patio of your apartment building, on your dad\u2019s outdoor deck, or at a nearby lake or beach.<\/p>\n<p>If the weather isn\u2019t great, have your Father\u2019s Day potluck lunch or dinner at home, instead. Whoever in your family has the biggest dining room area should be the host, and you can still each bring your potluck appetizers and entrees to the event.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1617895165906-be58c59091e5?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8MzN8fGJvd2xpbmd8ZW58MHx8MHx8&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"circlemagazine-circledna-activities-to-do-with-your-dad\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"7-family-bowling\">7. Family Bowling<\/h2>\n<p>If you would like a more dialed-down activity that is not quite as adventurous as an extreme sport, but is still enjoyable and thrilling, consider bowling.<\/p>\n<p>Bowling is a fun activity to do with dad and the rest of your family. There is nothing more fun than a little competition among family members, and friendly banter as you try to aim for strikes. Plus, to make it a little extra special, you can wager a couple of prizes to make things more exciting.<\/p>\n<p>There are many fun activities that you can organize or host for your dad this Father\u2019s day. A group activity is a great way to honor your father. Thank him for the time he has dedicated to providing for you, and guiding you throughout your life. And as always, remember that though this holiday only occurs one Sunday each June, each and every waking hour is a chance for you to express love and gratitude to your dad. Make it a habit to make dad feel appreciated and loved all year long.<\/p>\n<p>To show your dad how much you care about his health, get him a <a target=\"_new0.7999008240177303\" href="\&quot;http:\/\/circledna.com?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=bau&amp;utm_format=article&amp;utm_creator=&amp;utm_content=7-activities-to-do-with-your-dad-on-fathers-day\&quot;" rel=\"noopener\">CircleDNA Premium DNA Testing Kit<\/a> to help him keep his health in check. After all, you want your father to be around for a long time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With Father\u2019s Day coming up, you\u2019re likely thinking about activities to do with your dad on his special day. 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