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Wondering how to celebrate Father's Day in San Diego this year? Find events, recipes, crafty handmade presents, and Dad-approved gift ideas to show the dads in your life how much they are appreciated!

For more ideas listen to our "Adventures with Dad" podcast with All In San Diego!

 

FATHER'S DAY EVENTS

Belmont Park’s Father’s Day Car Show. Featuring a wide variety of classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles, creating a laid-back beachside atmosphere steps from the sand. Free to attend. June 21, 10 am–3 pm. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com

Father’s Day Lunch and Tea. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm June 18–22. $15.95–$44.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com

NASCAR San Diego Weekend. Three days of races headlined by the stars of the NASCAR Cup Series, along with the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. June 19–21. Naval Base Coronado. Tickets: www.nascarsandiego.com

Father’s Day at The Wave. Fathers FREE with a paid ticket. June 21, 12–5 pm. $21–$26. The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

Father’s Day Cruises with The Gondola Company. A memorable way to spend quality time together while soaking in beautiful waterfront views. June 21, 1–9 pm. 503 Grand Caribe Causeway, Coronado. www.gondolacompany.com 

FREE Summer Solstice Hike. 4.6 miles round trip, with an 800-ft. elevation gain. June 21, 7 am. Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, 16275 Espola Rd., Poway. www.poway.org

Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Sit back and celebrate Father's Day with a relaxing brunch cruise on the big bay. June 21, 11 am–1 pm. Flagship Cruises, 990 N. Harbor Dr. Tickets: www.flagshipsd.com

Father’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise. Create family memories that will be treasured forever with a day on the water. June 21, 11 am–1 pm. Pier 1 Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr. Tickets: www.cityexperiences.com 

 

HANDMADE FATHER'S DAY GIFTS and CRAFTS

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Father's Day String Art


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"Pop" Art


Crafts for dads

Dads and Grads Badges


Make this Father's Day plaque.

Father's Day Plaque


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Describe Dad with this Great Father's Day Craft

 

RECIPES

Grill these lobster tacos from Sam The Cooking Guy for Father's Day.

Sam the Cooking Guy’s Grilled Lobster Tails with Thyme Butter


Make these blue cheese sliders for father's day.

Father's Day Blue Cheese Sliders

Find many more ideas in the Dining & Recipes section of our website.

 

DAD-APPROVED GIFTS, RESOURCES & MORE

Give Dad the "Gift of Words" this Father's Day!

119 Dad-Approved Gift Ideas for Father's Day

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Great Dates for Dads and Daughters

 


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