7 Fun Father’s Day Traditions
Father’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for some fun things to do for Father’s Day, you’re in luck!
I asked my Instagram community to share their best Father’s Day traditions and there were some fun ideas!
A couple of years ago, I asked Bart what he wanted to do for Father’s Day and he said “I want a blind tasting lunch.”
This. . . was not what I was expecting, but it turned out to be so fun!
I bought about 15 items from the grocery store – things that were unusual and fun like pickled pineapple and fancy cheeses and fun drinks and produce we don’t have often.
At lunch, everyone in the family sat around the table on our deck, slip on their blindfolds and I would bring out a little plate for each person with the next dish on it. They’d try it and once everyone had had a taste, they tried to guess what it was before taking off their
It’s been several years since we did this and my family still all talks about it!
Here are some other fun ideas for Father’s Day!
Father’s Day Banner
Have you seen those HUGE coloring banners?! One family shared, “Father’s Day Busy Banner is so fun to hang up on Father’s Day! Work on it with your kids before!” The idea is simple: order a giant coloring banner, let the kids work on it in secret leading up to Father’s Day, and then surprise Dad by hanging it up on the big day. Not only does it give kids a fun project to work on, but it also creates a personalized decoration that makes Dad feel extra celebrated.
“Fancy” Dinner
One mom shared, “The kids and I cleaned out the garage, then set up our dinner on a camping table in our clean garage, candles and all! Planning to do it again this year.” I love this as a Father’s Day tradition because it proves you don’t need anything elaborate to make the day feel special. A simple change of scenery – whether it’s dinner in the garage, a picnic in the backyard, or a meal on the porch or deck – can turn an ordinary family dinner into a memory everyone looks forward to repeating year after year.
Matching with Dad
This one made me smile because it’s such a simple way to make Father’s Day feel a little extra special. One reader shared the tradition of, “My oldest two are boys, so I usually get everyone new matching ties! Now that I have two younger girls I try to do matching ties and bows. Boon Ties is a great option for getting those!” In our family, my husband is the only boy, but I know my girls would be thrilled to match Bart with coordinating bows or outfits! Whether it’s matching ties, bows, or another fun accessory, I love the idea of the kids dressing to match Dad for the day.
Dad’s Choice Day
Sometimes the best Father’s Day gift is simply spending the day together doing what Dad loves most. One family said “Family day where Dad picks what we do. Usually park and picnic then a bike ride. And finally make dinner as a family.” I love how simple and flexible this tradition is – whether Dad chooses a hike, a game day, a trip to the park, or a favorite family outing, the focus is on making memories together and celebrating him in a way that’s uniquely his.
Fun Taste Test
I love this idea because it’s easy to customize to whatever Dad loves most. A few years ago, when we were trying to decide what to give my husband Bart for Christmas, we put together a root beer taste test and it was a huge hit (I have a blog post about it here, if you want to try and recreate it)! One mom shared, “This year we plan to do an ice cream taste test. I will buy several pints and everyone can try them (my husband loves ice cream).” Whether it’s root beer, ice cream, cheese, cookies, or another favorite treat, a family taste test is a simple way to make Father’s Day feel fun, memorable, and uniquely tailored to the dad you’re celebrating.
Sentimental Book
This might be one of the sweetest Father’s Day traditions I’ve ever heard. “When my two oldest were little I started a book for my husband. Each year the kids answer questions about their dad and I write them in the book. I traced their hands in the book as well when they were little. They also either draw a picture or write him a letter (as they’ve gotten older) and I put that in as well. I take a picture of him with the kids each year and add that to the book. So he has a collection of things from each kid from every year on Father’s Day.” I love how this tradition captures not just the kids’ changing handwriting and artwork, but also their personalities and memories through the years.
Father’s Day Breakfast
If the way to your husband or dad’s heart is through his stomach, this tradition is an easy win! One mom shared, “I make him his favorite breakfast every year—biscuits and sausage gravy.” There’s something special about starting Father’s Day with a meal made just for him, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. This simple tradition is a heartfelt way to make him feel celebrated from the moment he wakes up.
Any other favorite Father’s Day traditions? I’d love to hear!
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