Published: May 26, 2024
Father’s Day in South Florida: Fun Things to Do with Dad
There are many ways to celebrate dads. Here are some fun-for-all-ages local events designed to pay fathers their due.
Make Father’s Day Gift Cards
Tuesday, June 4
Tap into nature by creating a unique card for Dad, or another special someone. Free.
3:30-4:30pm, Miramar Pineland,
3600 S. University Dr., 954-357-8776 http://www.broward.org/parks
Father’s Day Workshop
Saturday, June 8
Kids and their dads can make with their own wooden caddy during this interactive workshop. $10 per family.
3-6pm, Doral Cultural Arts Center,
8363 NW 53 St., Doral, http://www.cityofdoral.com
Celebrate Dads – Say it on Canvas
Friday, June 14
Express your love of dad through an artistic project.
3-4pm, Riverland Branch Library,
2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, http://www.broward.org/library
Donuts for Dad Craft
Saturday, June 15
Kids can create a fun, easy-to-make craft for Dad.
Ages 3-11. 11am-noon, Palmetto Bay Branch Library,
17641 Old Cutler Rd., Palmetto Bay, http://www.mdpls.org
Father’s Day Fishing Fun
Saturday, June 15
Spend some time together during an enjoyable and educational catch and release fishing experience. Tournament categories include: most fish caught, biggest fish and a casting contest.
7-10:30am, Royal Palm Park,
1701 NW 38 St. Oakland Park, http://www.oaklandparkfl.gov
Father’s Day Celebration
Saturday, June 15
Kids can enjoy a snack and creating a special gift for their father or another loved one.
Ages 6-12. 11am-noon, Coconut Grove Branch Library,
2875 McFarlane Rd., Miami, http://www.mdpls.org
Dad and Me at Long Key
Saturday-Sunday, June 15-16
Dads and their kiddoes ages 3-10 can spend some quality time together with scavenger hunts crafts, games and by learning all about the nature center’s wildlife dads.
$5. 10am-1pm, Long Key Nature Center,
3501 SW 130 Ave., Davie, 954-357-8797 http://www.broward.org/parks
Fit to Be Tied Father’s Day 5K
Sunday, June 16
Participate in this special event that includes a run for all ages, music, entertainment, a video game truck and a kids’ zone with a tie-making activity.
Race begins at 7am. Pre-registration required. Vista View Park,
4001 SW 142 Ave., Davie, http://www.broward.org/parks
Father’s Day Fishing Cruise
Sunday, June 16
Spend time with Dad on a 3-hour catch and release fishing trip on Biscayne Bay.
$50. 1-4pm, Deering Estate,
16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami, 305-235-1668 http://www.deeringestate.org
