Father’s Day is just around the corner, falling on Sunday, June 21 this year. If you’re looking for plans to make him feel extra special, there’s no shortage of incredible things to do in and around the city.
Whether your dad is a massive foodie, an automotive nerd, or just wants to drink a cold beer by the water, here are 20+ great ways to celebrate him around the city.
In celebration of the world’s biggest soccer tournament, Fort York and The Bentway have transformed into a massive, free-to-attend soccer wonderland for FIFA Fan Festival. If dad’s a soccer fan, you can watch live matches on giant screens, enjoy local food trucks, and soak up an electric atmosphere with thousands of fellow fans.
Celebrate Father’s Day in style at the 16th annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show, taking place Sunday, June 15 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville. This annual event will feature over 130 rare and exotic vehicles, including models spanning from 1910 to 2026. 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.
For Father’s Day, bring dad to the Art of the Brick to explore over 130 large-scale LEGO sculptures by Nathan Sawaya. Showcasing everything from human figures and everyday objects to LEGO recreations of famous artworks like Starry Night and Mona Lisa, the immersive exhibit also includes a towering 20-foot T. rex skeleton, interactive building stations, and Sawaya’s iconic sculpture “Yellow.”
Fairbanks Summerfest returns to Eglinton Avenue West this weekend, just in time to welcome the first official weekend of summer! Enjoy a weekend of free rides, games, and entertainment in their modern twist on a summer carnival extravaganza.
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.
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.
Let someone else do the grilling for a change this Father’s Day at the Toronto Beaches Rib & Beer Fest. The family-friendly celebration at Woodbine Park features live music and a stacked lineup of BBQ classics including pork ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, and BBQ chicken.
Father’s Day at the Halton County Radial Railway
For the dad who loves vintage transit, machinery, and a bit of history, head just west of the city to Ontario’s first and oldest operating educational railway museum. This expansive property features fully restored, historic electric streetcars, radial cars, and work cars operating on two kilometers of scenic track. Dads get free admission on Sunday, June 21 (when accompanied by a paying youth or child), giving him unlimited streetcar rides through the woods, access to the display barns, and a chance to grab a classic scoop of ice cream at the historic Rockwood Station.
Father’s Day at REIGN
REIGN Restaurant + Bar at the Fairmont Royal York is celebrating Father’s Day with His Seat at the Table, a refined dining experience available this weekend only featuring elevated Canadian steakhouse fare, premium whiskies, and fine wines. Highlights include the Grand Oscar Ribeye as well as Lobster & Corn Gemelli Pasta with butter-poached lobster and truffled cream. Guests dining during dinner service will also receive a complimentary silk pocket square in partnership with Olliver Grey Menswear.
Reid’s Distillery 4th Annual Mini-Putt Tournament
Combine local craft spirits with a bit of friendly, nostalgic competition right in the heart of the Leslieville neighborhood. Reid’s Distillery transforms its stylish warehouse space into a custom, handcrafted 9-hole mini-putt course designed specifically for Father’s Day weekend. Booking a ticket secures your dad a designated tee time on the green, an upscale BBQ lunch featuring premium burgers or hot dogs, and a flight of their signature local gin cocktail samples.
Kensington Market Father’s Day Food Tour
Skip the usual Father’s Day gifts and treat Dad to a guided culinary adventure through Kensington Market. This special Father’s Day Food Tour includes enough tastings for lunch, behind-the-scenes insights into one of Toronto’s most iconic neighbourhoods, VIP skip-the-line access, and stories about the area’s history and multicultural food scene.
Father’s Day at 1 Hotel Toronto
1 Hotel Toronto is marking Father’s Day with a variety of special dining experiences at La Casita by Casa Madera and 1 Kitchen. Guests can enjoy special brunch features, handcrafted cocktails, and a signature Steak and Eggs offering, with La Casita’s outdoor patio bringing Mayan Riviera-inspired flavours to the heart of King West through July 20.
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.
Arcadia Earth
Arcadia Earth is inviting families to celebrate Father’s Day weekend with an interactive experience that blends art, technology, and environmental storytelling at The Well. As a special bonus on June 20 and 21, every visitor will receive a complimentary sweet treat from Sweet Flour, while guests can also explore the limited-time Mushroom Music installation, where living mushrooms generate music through their natural electrical signals.
Father’s Day at Chotto Matte
Chotto Matte Toronto is celebrating Father’s Day with an all-day experience on its patio featuring Nikkei cuisine, live DJ sets, handcrafted cocktails, and sweeping city views. Guests can choose between a $65 brunch set menu with dishes like Truffle Avocado Maki and Dulce de Leche Pancakes, or a $75 steak and sushi dinner experience with premium courses and wine included, designed for a lively, indulgent celebration from midday into the evening.
adidas Home of Soccer
adidas Home of Soccer Toronto has turned STACKT Market into a summer-long soccer hub featuring official FIFA World Cup watch parties, interactive brand activations, and an adidas retail pop-up. Running from June 12 to July 19, 2026, the free, first-come-first-served experience is open daily (except Mondays) and invites fans to gather for live matches, including Canada’s key games on June 12, 18, and 24.
Father’s Day at AIRE Ancient Baths
Dads need pampering too, and just in time for Father’s Day, AIRE Ancient Baths Toronto is offering experience-based gifting with its signature wellness offerings inside a beautifully restored 1912 heritage building. The candlelit, phone-free sanctuary features eight thermal baths, and as part of a special Father’s Day promotion, guests booking select experiences between June 4 and June 21, 2026, will receive an additional 15 minutes of complimentary massage time.
The TD Toronto Jazz Festival returns from June 19-28, 2026, and if your dad likes music, it’s an incredible opportunity to see more than 1,500 musicians perform live in the city. Bringing some of the world’s biggest jazz artists to Toronto, there will be over 350 concerts to enjoy. Their full line-up of events and artists will soon be announced here on their website.
Father’s Day at Stone Eagle Winery
Escape the city this Father’s Day with a day trip to Stone Eagle Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake! Guests can enjoy elevated seasonal cuisine overlooking the vineyards at The Nest or gift a critically acclaimed Bordeaux-inspired red blend for a memorable celebration. It’s perfect for those seeking an experience rather than a traditional gift.
For the artsy dads, Luminato Festival returns to Toronto from June 3 – 28, 2026 with its signature bold curation of the city’s people, places, and stories, reimagining this year’s programming under the theme of “PLAY.” The theme explores imagination and childhood wonder, while also engaging with deeper ideas like justice, reconciliation, shifting power dynamics, and what it means to “play” within systems of competition and imbalance.
Treat dad to a free concert at Harbourfront Centre’s Summer Music in the Garden, which is back at the Toronto Music Garden with 20 free, outdoor performances running June 21 through August 27, 2026. Shows take place Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m.
