Father’s Day is just around the corner, falling on Sunday, June 15 this year. Whether your father enjoys gourmet dining, live entertainment, or outdoor adventures, here are 20 fantastic ways to make his day extra special:
1. Set sail on a Toronto Father’s Day Dining Cruise
This Father’s Day, give Dad an unforgettable experience with a special dining cruise aboard the Toronto Odyssey. Set sail on Lake Ontario for a Premier Dining Cruise featuring chef-crafted meals, drinks, and live music. Guests can enjoy the elegant, climate-controlled interior or take in the stunning lake views from the open-air decks. You can choose between a 2 hour brunch cruise, or 2.5 hour dinner cruise.
When: June 15, 2025
Where: Queen’s Quay Terminal – 207 Queen’s Quay West, Toronto
2. Let him embrace his inner child at the Minecraft Experience
This Father’s Day, surprise Dad with tickets to the Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, an immersive, real-life adventure opening June 20 at Square One in Mississauga. Perfect for Minecraft fans of all ages, this hour-long journey lets you explore biomes, battle mobs, gather resources, and complete quests using an interactive Orb. With lifelike settings, exclusive merch, and family-friendly fun, it’s a one-of-a-kind bonding experience for dads and kids alike. Tickets are on sale now and expected to go fast, so be sure to secure yours for a Father’s Day gift he won’t forget.
When: Opens June 20, 2025
Where: Square One, Mississauga
3. See rare vehicles at the Yorkville Exotic Car Show
Celebrate Father’s Day in style at the 15th annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show, taking place Sunday, June 15 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville. This milestone event will feature over 135 rare and exotic vehicles, including models spanning from 1910 to 2025, offering a thrilling walk through automotive history. Guests can enjoy live music, meet legendary drivers and automotive celebrities, and stroll a red carpet lined with some of the world’s most stunning cars, valued collectively at nearly $4 million. The event supports Melanoma Canada, with last year’s show raising a record-breaking $265,000.
When: June 15, 2025
Where: Bloor Street between Avenue Road and Yonge Street
4. Experience an immersive trial at The Jury Experience
For a Father’s Day experience that’s anything but ordinary, step into the courtroom with The Jury Experience at Paradise Theatre. This immersive, interactive event casts you and Dad as jurors in a fictional high-stakes trial that challenges your sense of justice and morality. You’ll get to evaluate dramatic witness testimonies, examine forensic evidence, and deliberate on a cutting-edge case involving AI and self-driving cars. It’s a gripping evening of suspense, debate, and storytelling that’s perfect for the dad who loves true crime, courtroom dramas, or simply a night out that’s both thought-provoking and unforgettable. Tickets start at $40.
When: June 17, 2025
Where: Paradise Theatre – 1006c Bloor St W, Toronto
5. Take him fishing for free
Get out on the water this Father’s Day weekend and go fishing with dad license-free! OFFE lets Canadian residents fish for free on just four periods throughout the year, including Family Day weekend, Mother’s Day weekend, Father’s Day weekend, and 9 days in July during National Fishing Week. You’ll still have to follow the Conservation fishing license limits, but it’s a great way to get in some quality bonding time while waiting to reel one in.
When: June 14 – 15, 2025
Where: Ontario
6. Give him the gift of choice
Can’t decide on a gift that dad will for sure love? Let him choose with a Fever gift card to one of many incredible experiences! From Candlelight Concert tributes to his favourite musicians to an immersive adventure at DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, there’s certain to be something he’ll love.
7. Indulge in Father’s Day Brunch at Chotto Matte
Treat dad to a special curated Father’s Day menu on Sunday, June 15 at Japanese Peruvian fusion restaurant Chotto Matte. Start the day with the lively Jungle Brunch, featuring bottomless mimosas, tropical-inspired ambiance, and live entertainment from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the evening, enjoy Father’s Flavors, a special Nikkei cuisine set menu served from 4 p.m. onward.
When: June 15, 2025
Where: 161 Bay St., Toronto
8. Bring dad to an electrifying performance at We Call It Flamenco
This Father’s Day, skip the usual dinner and give Dad tickets to a night of passion, rhythm, and unforgettable artistry at We Call It Flamenco in Toronto. For 60 electrifying minutes, world-class performers deliver six distinct flamenco styles, each bursting with emotion and tradition. Tickets are limited, so book early to secure your seats.
When: June 19 – 21, 2025
Where: The Royal Theatre – 608 College St, Toronto
9. Have a feast at the Old Mill’s Father’s Day Buffet
Head to the Old Mill over Father’s Day weekend for a lavish indoor buffet featuring chef-carved roasts, fresh seafood, gourmet salads, seasonal desserts, and a chocolate fountain. Reservations are highly recommended, and pricing starts at $60 for adults.
When: June 14, 15, 2025
Where: Old Mill Toronto – 9 Old Mill Rd, Etobicoke
10. Send dad to the spa for a day of pampering
For the dads that could use a little TLC, what better idea than a spa treatment at one of Toronto’s best spas? From treating him to one of the Gentlemen’s Treatments at the Four Seasons to the Steam Ritual at Hammam Spa, here are some spectacular spas in the city to consider.
When: Any time
Where: Various locations
11. Take a brewery tour
If your dad’s a fan of beer, then there’s a ton of breweries to wet your whistle in Toronto. For Father’s Day, take him on a brewery tour in a city known for its craft beer scene. Check out local favourites Bellwoods Brewery or the Burdock Brewery, or embark on the Old Toronto Beer Tour that explores the city’s rich brewing history.
When: Various dates
Where: Various locations
12. Sample Italian fare at the Taste of Little Italy
If your dad loves Italian food, Toronto’s Taste of Little Italy street festival falls over the same weekend, which will have a variety of delicious food vendors, live entertainment, shopping, free tastings, and more.
When: June 13 – 15, 2025
Where: Bathurst & College Street to College & Shaw St, Toronto
13. Treat dad to a steak dinner
Toronto is full of incredible restaurants to treat dad to a nice dinner, and if he’s a carnivore, check out one of the best steakhouses in the city for a meal to remember. From Harbour 60’s towering seafood platters and USDA prime cuts to the chef’s tasting menu at Jacobs & Co., he won’t be leaving hungry!
When: Any time
Where: Various locations
14. Head to the Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival
Over Father’s Day weekend, over 5000 athletes will take part in the Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival as it returns to Centre Island for its 34th year. Bring dad out for a fun (and free) day of spectating, as there will also be tons of local artists exhibiting, heritage performers, live entertainment, and so much more.
When: June 14, 15, 2025
Where: Centre Island, Toronto
15. Celebrate with an immersive Father’s Day dinner at Enigma
If your dad loves whisky, treat him to an unforgettable Father’s Day experience with a luxurious steak and whisky pairing at MICHELIN-starred Enigma in Yorkville. On Saturday, June 14, the restaurant is hosting a special three-course dinner featuring a 32-day dry-aged ribeye, truffle dauphinoise potatoes, and indulgent desserts, all expertly paired with rare expressions from The Macallan. Tickets are priced at $195 per person, which you can book here!
When: June 14, 2025
Where: 23 St Thomas St, Toronto
16. Experience Sand Flight at The Bentway
This Father’s Day weekend, bring dad to an immersive experience at Sand Flight, a visually stunning outdoor performance featuring eight international dancers and a 50-person choir on a massive, architecturally designed sand dune beneath the Gardiner Expressway. Exploring future climates and ritual movement, the show runs from June 12-15 at The Bentway with Pay-What-You-Choose tickets from $10 to $30.
When: June 12 – 15, 2025
Where: The Bentway – 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto
17. Indulge in Casa Madera’s Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
Make this Father’s Day extra special with Casa Madera’s exclusive Sunday Brunch Buffet, available only on June 15. For $120 per person, guests can enjoy unlimited access to an elevated selection of food stations, including a raw bar, fresh salads, Prime Tomahawk carvings, and decadent desserts – all set to the rhythm of live entertainment. Add on $2 signature cocktails, and you’ve got the ultimate brunch experience for the dad who appreciates fine dining with flair.
When: June 15, 2025
Where: 1 Hotel Toronto – 550 Wellington St W, Toronto
18. Treat dad to an immersive rock experience at Illuminarium
If your dad grew up blasting classic rock, surprise him with tickets to Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified at Illuminarium Toronto. This immersive tribute to rock ‘n’ roll legends combines concert energy, archival storytelling, and narrated visuals by Kevin Bacon for a one-of-a-kind audio-visual journey.
When: Open now through September, 2025
Where: Illuminarium – 28 Distillery Lane, Toronto
19. Grab a pint and some BBQ at Toronto Beaches Rib & Beer Fest
Let someone else do the grilling for a change this Father’s Day at the Toronto Beaches Rib & Beer Fest. The family-friendly celebration features live music and a stacked lineup of BBQ classics including pork ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, and BBQ chicken.
When: June 14, 15, 2025
Where: Woodbine Park – 1675 Lakeshore Boulevard East, Toronto
20. Explore Home Game: Toronto Loves Basketball
Take Dad on a trip down memory lane at Home Game: Toronto Loves Basketball, a free, interactive exhibit by Museum of Toronto. Located at Harbourfront Centre until October 12, the show dives into the city’s unique relationship with basketball through stories, memorabilia, videos, and augmented reality, perfect for any sports-loving father who still remembers the early Raptors days.
When: May 21 – October 12, 2025
Where: Harbourfront Centre – 225 Queens Quay West, Toronto