By Hannah Schoff
If you’re looking for the perfect way to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day, look no further. Greater Tampa Bay has a diverse selection of events to celebrate fathers on their special day, and we’ve compiled the best of the best.
Start off your weekend with the Carrollwood Village Father’s Day Fishing Tournament. From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, Dad and one child under 16 can participate in the second annual catch and release tournament. The event includes a variety of free activities, from a DJ and food truck to free classes from FWC & Tampa Bay Junior Bass Club.
Another outdoor event available for dads who want to spend their weekend in the Florida sunshine is the Father’s Day Cornhole Tournament at Starkey Market. This New Port Richey event gives more competitive dads the chance to go head-to-head with other family teams. Complete with locally crafted beer and fine wine, as well as a coffee and ice cream bar, this Sunday evening event is sure to round off the weekend.
For a craftier take on Father’s Day Weekend, families can partake in free take in Ikea Tampa’s Father’s Day Crafts for Kids. Here, families can decorate and design reusable canvas tote bags at Ikea.
If your dad loves to cook and eat, Publix Aprons offers the best of both worlds. This Father’s Day edition of Big and Little Chef gives aspiring adult and child chefs the opportunity to cook a variety of dishes together, including bacon cheeseburgers and shrimp kabobs.
Finally, if the father in your life wants a more low-key event, the St. Pete Street Food & Craft Beer Fest will leave bellies full and taste buds happy. Located at Albert Whitted Park, this kid-friendly event gives families the chance to enjoy some time in the park while tasting a variety of local foods and brews.
No matter how you choose to celebrate the important father in your life, there is no doubt that he will be grateful you took the time to plan out a fun-filled Father’s Day.
Events List
Fishing Tournament (Sat. 8a.m. – 1p.m.): 4680 W Village Dr, Tampa, FL
Cornhole Tournament (Sun. 4p.m. – 7p.m.): 3460 Starkey Boulevard, New Port Richey, FL
Ikea Crafts for Kids (Sat. 12p.m. – 4p.m.): Ikea Tampa 1103 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL
Big and Little Chef (Sun. 10a.m. – 1p.m.): 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa, FL
Street Food & Craft Beer Fest (4p.m. – 9p.m.): 480 Bayshore Dr S Saint Petersburg, FL
Rocco’s Tacos: A Mexican restaurant that provides its customers a fun and unique experience. P.S. Fathers receive a complimentary brunch cocktail with the purchase of an entrée!
The James Museum in St. Pete: A museum that revives the interest and passion about history of the American West. P.S. Fathers get in for free with the purchase of another admission ticket on Father’s Day!
Pirate Water Taxi: “Hop On & Off All Day!” Visit popular drinking, dining and entertainment places while listening to Captain tales of Tampa history. P.S. Fathers receive a free beer on Father’s Day!
Popstroke in Sarasota: Mini golf courses designed by Tiger Woods, outdoor gaming areas, and a rooftop bar to eat and drink with your loved ones. P.S. Each player gets to keep a commemorative golf ball with their round of golf.
Richard’s Father’s Day Walk and Jog at Ulele restaurant: Join restaurant’s owner Richard Gonzmart for a walk benefiting Moffitt Cancer Center. This is a family friendly environment where you can choose your own distance and see mascots and cheerleaders from your favorite pro sports teams!
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa: Father’s Day experiences will begin with a beer pairing dinner at Tropico Rooftop Cantina on Friday, June 17 at 4 p.m. On Saturday, June 18, the resort will host “Father’s Day Olympics” at its rooftop pool deck. Throughout the day, guests and their fathers can enjoy a wide variety of games including cornhole, foosball and ladder golf while enjoying a selection of beers and handcrafted menu items at Tropico Rooftop Cantina. Special for the holiday, fathers can also take part in a cocktail demonstration with one of the resort’s talented bartenders. The cocktail demonstration will take place on Sunday, June 19 beginning at 5 p.m.
