On Sunday, June 16, 2024 it's time to celebrate dad. Whether you're honoring your father, your partner, or a fatherly figure in your life, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Father's Day in Orlando. We've got lots of ideas for you including where to eat, things to do, and gift ideas too.

Things to do on Father's Day in Orlando

Dads actually get to enjoy quite a number of free stuff! Our new sibling publication Orlando-Parenting.com has a great list of Freebies and Big Discounts for Dads on Father's Day in Orlando.

Get Outdoors

Go for a bike ride, take a hike, go zip lining or visit a nearby spring. Or explore one of Orlando's best gardens. Leu Gardens offers free admission for dads on Father's Day.

Maybe dad wants to splash around Universal's Volcano Bay water park or Disney's Typhoon Lagoon. Or head for one of the many beaches near Orlando.

Adventure Race

The Father’s Day Adventure Race will take place on June 16, 2024 at Little Big Econ State Forest with 3 race categories. Think of this as the ultimate family-style team building event with biking, paddling, and more.

More sports? Head to Orlando Water Sports or Aiguille Rock Climbing Center.

Go Axe Throwing

Have some fun together, and maybe get some aggression out too. A variety of axe throwing places can be found throughout the Orlando area. Here are a few options:

Take Dad out to eat for Father's Day in Orlando

Some dads may want to show off their grilling skills, and if that is the case, check out our ideas for a gourmet date night at home. Or pick up some fresh produce and other goodies at one of the many farmers' markets in Orlando. But, if you want to treat him to a nice meal out there are plenty of options.

Bite30 – Orlando's 30 Day Restaurant Week
June 1 – July 7, 2024
Multiple restaurants around town
During Bite30, participating restaurants offer special prix fixe menus that offer multi-course dinners at a set price of $35. Diners get the opportunity to try multiple dishes on the restaurant’s menu for about the cost of a single entree.
$35

Father's Day at Enzian Theater
2024 Info TBA
Doors open at 11:30am
Film Starts at 12:30pm: Major League
$70 – $200

Enzian Theater entrance

For many dads, nothing beats a dinner out at a steakhouse. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse has a Father's Day special with an exclusive 20 oz Prime New York Strip, Maitake Mushrooms & Sauce Bourguignonne.

More Father's Day in Orlando dining ideas

Dad deserves a great meal, we've put together a complete list of places to eat on Father's Day.


Father's Day gift ideas

Spending time together is certainly a great way to spend Father's Day. And if you want to get him something special for the occasion, we've got plenty of ideas.

Orlando Beer Spa is a fun, unconventional spa experience centered around beer. Private rooms featuring spacious hot tubs filled with a unique “beer treatment”; a foamy, moisturizing, aromatic hop infusion full of antioxidants and minerals.

Orlando Beer Spa Father's Day – Image credit: My Beer Spa

If he likes fishing, the ocean, or likes being adventurous, gift him a fishing charter in Cocoa Beach. If he enjoys exploring neat and unique places around town, consider one of these Orlando Annual Passes with Perks Besides Universal and Disney.

Browse our full list of Fantastic Father’s Day Gift Ideas in Orlando and Beyond.

Fishing Charters and Surf Lessons

Cocoa Beach is one of our favorite beaches near Orlando. And here you can book a variety of private and public fishing charters. There are plenty of things to do near Cocoa Beach, including surf lessons! If he's a fan of the beach he's going to love these ideas.

Take him for a spin on The Wheel

We love a tourist inspired day, perhaps he does too. Dads can ride The Wheel for free with a paid family member. (2024 TBA)

ICON Park Orlando is offering a Play Pass that gives you admission to nearly every ride at ICON Park, plus nearly every indoor attraction.
As an added advantage for flexibility, the pass is valid for 30 days from date of purchase. This allows guests to come and go, and spread out the enjoyment of all 30+ experiences over multiple visits in a month.

The Wheel at ICON Park
The Wheel at ICON Park | Dani Meyering

Father's Day Events in Orlando

Hooray for Hollywood
June 15 & 16, 2024
7:30 p.m. (Saturday) & 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Steinmetz Hall (Dr. Phillips Center)
oin the nation's largest community choir as they present a rousing review of spellbinding classics from Hollywood's greatest films, TV Shows, and more! Featuring nearly 300 voices, a 50 piece symphony orchestra, soloists, actors, and dancers, this epic concert will feature selections such as “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”, “Singin' in the Rain”, “I've Had The Time of My Life”, and “My Heart Will Go On”. Additionally, moments from fan-favorite movie musicals will include “My Fair Lady”, “West Side Story”, and “Mamma Mia”. Put on your red carpet best and join us for a dazzling journey to the Hollywood Hills and beyond!
$24

Father's Day at the world's largest Hard Rock Cafe
2024 TBA
Hard Rock Cafe Orlando
Cheers Dad with an ice cold smoked High West Whiskey Old Fashioned, house-made brown sugar syrup, a dash of cherry bitters, orange twist and a cherry. Plus a New York Strip steak special.

Family Day on the Farm
2024 TBA
Puzzle Ranch, Sorrento
All are welcome to come and enjoy spending time on the farm feed treats to the animals, explore the nature trail, take a hayride and find some hidden treasures with gemstone mining.
Costs for admission ranges from $5/person for Petting Farm ONLY or $10/person to do all 3 activities.
Payments accepted are cash, Venmo, CashApp and Zelle.

Smooth Groove – Father's Day Edition
2024 TBA
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
the Wave Terrace for a live musical performance with The Love Band!
DJ HOUSE MUSIC FROM 8 – 9PM
THE LOVE BAND 9PM – 12AM
$15 general admission

Father's Day Pub Crawl at SeaWorld Orlando
2024 TBA
Sea World Orlando
Take dad to SeaWorld for this perfectly curated foodie adventure. Purchase a 9-item sampling lanyard to use toward Father's Day specials. Stop at designated food stands throughout the park for a refreshing drink and treat. This is a fun way to savor a wide range of delicious drinks, including local brews, signature cocktails, and sample summer spectacular snack items.
As the evening unfolds, you can also keep the energy going with a dance party at Club SeaGlow and check out their thrilling fireworks display, Ignite.
$89.99 per lanyard. Does not include admission.

Orlando Cars and Coffee Father's Day
2024 TBA
Donut Central & Fuelpresso, 495 N Semoran Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32792
Family-friendly. All makes and models welcome. From Supercars and modern high-end exotics, to custom one-off builds, imports, domestics, and more.
FREE

Father's Day Improv Show
2024 TBA
SAK Comedy Lab
Come see SAK's best and brightest performers improvise a comedy show for dad and the whole family. Special Promo: $30 buys dad's admission + a custom picture/message inclusion in the Father's Day slide presentation that plays after intermission.
$22 (FREE for dad)

Father's Day Celebration
2024 TBA
Boxi Park Lake Nona
Spend the day with Dad enjoying live music, games, BBQ features and more.
FREE


 

Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Orlando

Celebrating Father's Day together can be a little tiring – it's okay to admit this! For some help, check out our list of Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Orlando. These dining spots make a fun family outing any time of year. And if your pup needs to come along too, head to one of the many Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Orlando.

The Yardery in Sanford is kid-friendly and fun with a tire swing, green astroturf, and yard games
The Yardery in Sanford is kid-friendly

There are even more family friendly restaurants in Orlando featured on our sibling site, Orlando-Parenting.com.

Elev8 Sanford has a full restaurant and two bars. In years past, Fathers received a free go-kart race with a child present. By the way, Elev8 Sanford is one of many indoor date ideas for a rainy day.

GO ON A MINI-GETAWAY

If you can swing a romantic overnight, consider some of the nearby weekend getaways we've reviewed: