Updated for 2024
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th which means it’s time to celebrate dads. And not just dads. We also celebrate the step-dads, the grandpas, the uncles, the special men who are “like a dad.”
But, how to celebrate?
Luckily, there are lots of things to do and places to go to celebrate Father’s Day in and around Los Angeles. Check out all 30+ and choose the best one for the dad in your life!
Why Do We Celebrate Father’s Day?
This is a day dedicated to honoring and celebrating fathers and father figures for their contributions to their families and society as a whole. It is a day to show appreciation for the love, support, and guidance that fathers provide to their children and families.
Take the time to reflect on the important role that fathers play in shaping the lives of their children and to express gratitude for their sacrifices and hard work. Father’s Day is a time to recognize and celebrate the unique bond between a father and his children, and to acknowledge the impact that fathers have on the world around them.
Here in Los Angeles, Father’s Day gives us an opportunity to get out and enjoy some of the amazing things SoCal has to offer for families. We know you’ll find some fantastic events the Dads in your life will love!
30+ Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Los Angeles
Fireside Nights: A Celebration of Fathers
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Nature Center
10700 W. Escondido Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91390
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Nature Center is the place for Fireside Nights: A Celebration of Fathers on Sunday, June 16th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The fun includes sing-alongs, animal meet-and-greets, storytelling, crafts, s’mores, and more. Families may bring their own snacks/picnics. No pre-registration is required.
Father’s Day Mini Golf Pop-Up
The Point
850 S. Pacific Coast Hwy, El Segundo, CA
Visit The Point on Sunday, June 16th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm for a special Father’s Day Mini Golf Pop-Up. Treat dad to a “hole in one kind of day.” Have some fun with mini golf, treat dad to a special meal, and get in any last-minute shopping you need to do. (This is a free event.)
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Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival
2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068
The Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival is happening on Saturday, June 15th and Father’s Day, June 16th, at 3:30 pm each day. Arsenio Hall will serve as host at this special event which features a number of top jazz performers. Before the performance, make sure to take time to check out the “Jazz Village Experience: A Tribute to Jazz/Art Fusion” which takes place from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. “Explore the rich history and relationship between jazz and art with special vendors, exhibitions, and art/photography displays.” Tickets are available online.
Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance 2024
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, CA
The 29th Annual Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance 2024 event is happening on Sunday, June 16th from 10 am to 4 pm. This can’t-miss, free event features more than 100 vehicles including “a special celebration of hypercars and supercars, don’t miss the chance to see cars from McLaren, Pagani, Czinger and more, plus race cars, classics and custom-built showstoppers.” Families will have the chance to get up-close looks at some of the most exotic and expensive automobiles.
Father’s Day Hilltop BBQ Luncheon
Tanaka Farms
5380 3/4 University Dr., Irvine, CA 92612
Treat Dad to a special Father’s Day BBQ Luncheon at Tanaka Farms. The fun includes a wagon ride up to the hilltop, lawn games and activities, and tasty bbq entrees including Smoked Tri-Tip, Smokehouse Maple Fire Grilled Chicken, and Grilled Italian Sausage on a Pretzel Bun. Reservations my be made online for available seating times from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. (Don’t delay; several seating times have already sold-out.)
Father’s Day Rides 2024
The Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum
610 Lairport St., El Segundo, CA
From 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, celebrate Father’s Day at the Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum. The Museum will give dads the chance to “take a ride in a classic car around the block of El Segundo, chauffeured by a knowledgeable and experienced docent from the Museum.” After the ride, Dads, Grandpas, and Uncles can enjoy beer tasting (included with admission). Tickets are available online.
Father’s Day Cooking in the City
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
Celebrate Father’s Day a day early, on Saturday, June 15th, at Pretend City Children’s Museum. “At 11:00 am and 2:30 pm, we are going to enjoy a World Noodle Experience with Miso! Served with Snap Pea Miso Soup while learning how to use chopsticks.” Ticket information is available online.
Father’s Day – Classics by the Sea
Channel Islands Maritime Museum
3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CA 93035
Take dad and the family for a drive up to Oxnard to Channel Islands Maritime Museum. On Father’s Day, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, the Museum is hosting Father’s Day Classics by the Sea. Dads will have the chance to see Woodies and custom classic cars, enjoy a blacksmith demonstration, board a Tallship, and more. There will also be children’s activities, live music, and on-site food trucks. This is a free, outdoor event. (Regular museum admission rates do apply to explore the inside of the museum. Children under 18 are always free.) RSVP online.
Dodger Game
Dodger Stadium
1000 Vin Scully Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Take dad, granddad, uncles, and the whole family to Dodger Stadium for Father’s Day. It’s an afternoon game starting at 1:10 pm, with our Dodgers taking on the Kansas City Royals. In addition to the Father’s Day Beach Hat promotion, kids (ages 5-14) are invited to run the bases after Sunday’s game. Tickets are available online.
Related: 10 Awesome Things About Dodger Stadium
Summer Concert in the Park
Library Park
600 Black Main St., El Segundo, CA 90245
The City of El Segundo begins its Summer Concert in the Park Series on Father’s Day. Dan Delgado will be performing starting at 4:30 pm. Food trucks start lining up at 4:00 pm. There will also be kids’ crafts, games, and giveaways. Bring a picnic blanket and make sure dad brings his appetite!
Father’s Day BBQ and Brews
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Rd., San Marino, CA 91108
Celebrate Dad with a Father’s Day brunch buffet at The Huntington. “Dine al fresco on the Celebration Garden Lawn while enjoying music, lawn games, and beer and whiskey tastings.” The menu includes BBQ favorites including Texas brisket, Nashville Hot Chicken, Cider-Braised Pulled Pork, and more. Three seatings are available – 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:30 pm. The fee for Brunch also includes admission to The Huntington. Reservations are required; tickets are available online. (Members $125, Public $154)
Related: A Guide to the Huntington Museum, Library, and Botanical Gardens
Linda and Friends Band – Tribute to Linda Ronstadt and Laurel Canyon with Emerging Artist: The Rayford Brothers
Warner Center Park
5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91367
If dad is a music lover, then an outdoor concert at Warner Center Park is a great way to celebrate Father’s Day. The Father’s Day concert begins at 5:30 pm and stars the Linda and Friends Band, “made up of top Los Angeles recording artists, performers and composers who have recorded and performed with Rock ‘n Roll royalty, not to mention performances on TV, film scores, and on stages around the world.” The Rayford Brothers will also be performing. Tickets are available online.
Music in the Park Summer Concert
Memorial Park
1301 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge, CA
The City of La Cañada Flintridge hosts its Music in the Park Summer Concert Series each Sunday (through September 1st). Concerts begin at 6:00 pm and end at 8:00 pm, meaning you can treat dad to an informal, picnic dinner while enjoying an outdoor musical performance. On Father’s Day, Soul3Sixty will be performing Motown favorites.
Marina del Rey Father’s Day Premier Brunch and Dinner Cruises
Fisherman’s Village Marina
13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Celebrate Father’s Day on the water with the Marina del Rey Father’s Day Premier Brunch and Dinner Cruises. The two-hour Brunch Cruise features a buffet, live entertainment, bottomless mimosas, and scenic views. The two-and-a-half hour dinner cruise features spectacular views, live DJ entertainment, and a chef-prepared plated meal. Reservation information is available online.
Note – Brunch and Dinner cruises are also available departing Long Beach and Newport Beach.
Summer Concerts in the Park
Memorial Park Bandshell
222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA
Pack a picnic and take dad to a Summer Concert in the Park. Concerts are scheduled throughout the summer and one is happening on Father’s Day, June 16th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Pat O’Brien will be performing. Don’t forget to pack a picnic and bring your blankets and lawn chairs.
Father’s Day BBQ
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
The Aquarium of the Pacific is hosting a Father’s Day BBQ on Sunday, June 16th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. “A delicious BBQ lunch will be served on the outdoor Veranda dining area with picturesque views of Rainbow Harbor.” Tickets also include all-day Aquarium admission. Reservations are available online. A menu is available online as well. ($84 for adults, $55 for kids ages 3-11)
Father’s Day Sunset Sail
Los Angeles Maritime Institute
West 6th Street and Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA
Treat dad to an adventure and set sail on Father’s Day from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship. “You can sit back and relax or become part of the crew – your choice – and don’t forget a picnic.” Tickets are available online. ($60 for adults; $30 for children 12 and younger)
Celebrating LGBTQ Families: Figurative Watercolor Painting Workshop
Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
On Sunday, June 16th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) “welcomes gay, bisexual, and transgender fathers and their families, as well as straight dads with LGBT children to create art in a safe and inclusive space this Father’s Day weekend.” The outdoor workshop will be led by guest artist Polaris Castillo. All materials will be provided and light refreshments will be served. RSVP online.
Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA
Under the Big Top, Laguna Hills Mall
24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Laguna Hills, CA
Celebrate Father’s Day by attending a performance of Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA. “KOOZA is an innovative journey viewed through the perspective of The Innocent, an endearing yet naïve clown looking for his place in the world. A mystery item is delivered to The Innocent one day when he is flying his kite. The self-discovery journey of The Innocent, who is miraculously transferred to a bizarre but exotic world, is followed in KOOZA under the watchful eye of an enigmatic trickster with remarkable abilities.” On Sunday, June 16th there is a 1:00 pm performance and a 4:30 pm performance. Performances are 100 minutes long, excluding a 25-minute intermission. Tickets are available online.
Father’s Day in Spain
Cafe Sevilla
140 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 495-1111
“Celebrate Mother’s Day in Spain.” Well, not really Spain — it’s Cafe Sevilla in Long Beach. Enjoy Brunch and Bottomless Mimosas on Sunday, June 16th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Additionally, the Dinner Menu is available all day, and live Latin music will make your evening dining even more memorable. Menus are available online. Reservations may be made by phone or online.
Father’s Day 2024
Le Chêne
12625 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91390
(661) 251-4315
Le Chêne wants to make sure Dad is treated to a special, no-worries meal on Father’s Day. Father’s Day Brunch feature a number of delicious entrées including Eggs Benedict, Beef Bourguignon, Swordfish, Filet Mignon, and more. And if Dad is more a dinner person, Le Chêne will also be offering their regular dinner menu on Father’s Day. Reservations may be made online.
Father’s Day Experience 2024
Castaway
1250 E. Harvard Rd., Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 848-6691
Treat dad to a memorable meal and picturesque views at Castaway’s Father’s Day Experience. A four-course brunch is being offered from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. And, if Dad isn’t a brunch person, Castaway will be offering their seasonal a la carte Dinner Menu from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ($98 for adults; $35 for children). Reservation information is available online.
Father’s Day Brunch
Ocean Prime – Beverly Hills
9595 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 859-4818
Ocean Prime will be offering a Father’s Day Brunch menu on Sunday, June 16th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Brunch offerings include Brioche French Toast, Smoked Salmon Latke, and Prime Steak and Egg, among others. Reservations may be made online.
Father’s Day Experience 2024
Orange Hill
6410 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92869
(714) 997-2910
Orange Hill will be serving a Four-Course Brunch on Father’s Day from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. And at Orange Hill, it’s as much about the food as it about the ambience and surrounding views. “Uniquely situated on the hills of Orange County, Orange Hill offers sweeping views of Catalina Island, Downtown Los Angeles, Disneyland’s magical firework show and our beautiful California coastline. Arrive to cascading waterfalls, koi ponds and a stunning fireplace.” Reservations may be made online. (Adults $96, children $35)
Celebrate Father’s Day at Love Always Sanctuary
9841 La Tuna Canyon Road, Los Angeles, CA 91352
(702) 426-4253
Celebrate Dad a day early, on Saturday, June 15th at Love Always Sanctuary. From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, families can spend time in the barnyard with rescued farm animals, kids can create a special craft for Dad, enjoy games, and more. Vendors will be on-site as well, offering vegan foods, among other items. Reservations may be made online. ($20 per guest, children 3 and younger are free)
Dads and Grads Brunch Weekend
Baltaire Restaurant
11647 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
(424) 273-1660
Baltaire is hosting a Dads and Grads Brunch Weekend on Saturday, June 15th and Sunday, June 16th from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm. Families will enjoy a prix-fixe brunch as well as “roaming carts serving the best Bloody Marys and champagne, plus frozen palomas, seafood towers, and incredible beats.” Reservations may be made online.
Father’s Day Brunch
Bianca
8850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
(424) 603-4353
Bianca is hosting a Father’s Day Brunch on Sunday, June 16th, with seating times available from 9:00 am to 2:45 pm. Families may opt to sit indoors in the dining room or out on the lovely patio. Check the website for more details as they become available. Reservations may be made online.
Father’s Day Celebration
Ca Del Sole
4100 Cahuenga Blvd., Toluca Lake, CA 91602
(818) 985-4669
Ca Del Sole is offering a special Father’s Day Brunch “featuring world-class cuisine to be enjoyed in the garden.” Brunch is a 3-course prix fixe menu, and a 3-course prix fixe dinner menu will also be available on Father’s Day. Menu details and reservation information are available online. (Brunch – $75 for adults, $37.50 for children 10 and younger. Dinner – $85 for adults, $42.50 for children 10 and younger).
Father’s Day Breakfast In Bed
Huckleberry Café
1014 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 451-2311
Huckleberry Café makes it easy to prepare a special Breakfast In Bed for the Dad in your life! “Celebrate the father figure(s) in your life with our delicious Breakfast Burritos, Brisket Hash, Assorted Brioche Sliders, ‘I Love Dad’ Glazed Donuts, Chocolate Cream Pies, and more!” Pre-order online by Thursday, June 13th at 3:00 pm for pickup or delivery on Sunday, June 16th between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm. Both a Father’s Day Menu and Father’s Day Catering Menu are available online.
Father’s Day Steak & Surf 3-Course
Fleming’s Steakhouse
Multiple locations including
LA LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd. #A135, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Treat dad (and grandpa and uncles) to a special three-course menu being offered Friday, June 14th through Monday, June 17th, and opening early on Saturday, June 15th and Sunday, June 16th. Select from the Filet Mignon with your choice of Crab-Stuffed Shrimp Scampi or Lobster Tail Scampi, the Prime Surf & Turf featuring 20 OZ USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye and Lobster Tail, or the Prime Event featuring a 35 OZ USDA Prime Tomahawk and Lobster Tail. All entrees include salad and dessert. Reservations may be made online.
Father’s Day Brunch
Saddle Peak Lodge
419 Cold Canyon Rd., Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 222-3888
Saddle Peak Lodge is offering a special Father’s Day Brunch, with seatings available from 10:30 am until 1:45 pm. Family members make one selection per course (starter, entrée, and dessert). A children’s menu (for those 12 and under) includes two courses. ($85 for the adult menu; $55 for the children’s menu.) Reservations available online.
Father’s Day Brunch
The Tam O’Shanter
2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 664-0228
The Tam O’Shanter celebrates Father’s Day with a special Brunch. Menu items include Yorkshire Eggs Benedict, Tam O’Shanter Signature Corned Beef Hash, and Banana Fosters French Toast, among others. A Father’s Day Smoked Prime Rib Special will also be available. Reservations are available online.
Father’s Day Brunch
THE Blvd
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA
(310) 385-3901
THE Blvd offers a Father’s Day Brunch with many entrées to choose from, including Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Burrito, BLVD Burger, Fried Chicken and Waffles, and Slow Cooked Lamb Shank Bolognese, among others. Details are available online.
Wendy Kennar is a mother, writer, and former teacher who has lived her entire life in the same Los Angeles zip code. You can read more from Wendy at her website WendyKennar.com where she writes about books, boys, and bodies (living with an invisible disability).
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