20 Fun Ways To Celebrate Father’s Day in Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids

Updated for 2026

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21st, 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 20 and choose the best one for the dad in your life!

19 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Los Angeles 2026

Father’s Day Steel Beach Barbecue 2026
Battleship IOWA
250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731

“A ‘steel beach barbecue’ is a Navy tradition in which a ship holds a casual cookout on the deck (the ‘steel beach’) of a ship while underway.” On Father’s Day, families are invited to celebrate Dad (and the special Dad-like figures in our lives) with a “one-of-a-kind experience aboard a historic U.S. Navy battleship. Enjoy classic BBQ, waterfront views, and interactive  exploration for an unforgettable day.” In addition to the barbecue menu (hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, sides — chips, coleslaw, baked beans), the fun also includes live music, lawn games, and the chance to go on a self-guided tour. Details and tickets are available online. 

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Reggae Night XXIV
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068

Treat Dad to an evening at the Hollywood Bowl, by getting him tickets to Reggae Night XXIV happening on Sunday, Father’s Day, June 21st at 7:00 pm. The evening will feature Ziggy Marley, the eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley. Ziggy Marley has “carved out a trailblazing solo career as musician, activist, producer and humanitarian, garnering nine Grammy awards, an Emmy Award, and the George and Ira Gershwin Award for Lifetime Musical Achievement—the first reggae artist to do so.” The evening will also feature Burning Spear whose career spans six decades. Plus, “Ziggy’s daughter and rising musician Zuri Marley opens the night with a DJ set, rounding out an evening of true reggae royalty delivering a danceable message of love, unity and social consciousness.” Gates open at 5:30 pm, plenty of time to enjoy a picnic meal before the show. Tickets are available online. 

Concours d’Élégance 2026
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

The 31st Annual Rodeo Drive Concours d’Élégance event is happening on Sunday, June 21st from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This can’t-miss, free event will feature “an extraordinary lineup of hypercars, vintage classics, and exotic vehicles in the heart of Beverly Hills.” Families will have the chance to get up-close looks at some of the most exotic and expensive automobiles. Get your camera ready!

Celebrating Father’s Day with Fitness on Fire
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618 

Celebrate Father’s Day a day early, on Saturday, June 20th, at Pretend City Children’s Museum with a “real good workout with Fitness of Fire. We’ll be honoring dads with exciting activities. It’s a day full of fun, connection, and memorable moments for the whole family!” Ticket information is available online.

Father’s Day Free Admission 
California Botanic Garden
1500 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711

Celebrate Father’s Day at California Botanic Garden on Sunday, June 21st from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Before visiting, families can reserve a free ticket for dad while also purchasing additional tickets for the rest of the family. Enjoy a leisurely stroll throughout the Garden, as you learn about California native plants. And don’t forget to take plenty of family photos! Reserve your tickets online.  

Father’s Day Classics by the Sea 2026
Channel Islands Maritime Museum
3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CA 93035

Take dad and the family for a drive up to Oxnard to the 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. Families will have the chance to see Woodies and custom classic cars, enjoy iron works demonstrations, participate in arts and crafts, enjoy live music, and more. 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. 

Dodgers vs. Orioles
Dodger Stadium
1000 Vin Scully Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

On Father’s Day, take dad, granddad, uncles, and the whole family to a Dodger Game. It’s an afternoon game starting at 1:10 pm, starring our Dodgers taking on the Baltimore Orioles. Plus, take advantage of the UNIQLO T-shirt giveaway! Tickets are available online. 

Related: 10 Awesome Things About Dodger Stadium

Summer Concert in the Park
Library Park
600 Block Main St., El Segundo, CA 90245

The City of El Segundo begins its Summer Concert in the Park Series on Father’s Day. Upstream, “Southern California’s premier live band that performs live reggae, soca and Caribbean music,” 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!   
  

Los Angeles Sparks vs New York Liberty
Crypto.com Arena
1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Our Los Angeles Sparks take on the New York Liberty on Father’s Day. Doors open at 4:00 pm, and the game starts at 5:00 pm. Before and after the game, there are lots of things to do and places to eat all nearby at L.A. LIVE.  Tickets are available online or may be purchased at the box office.

Related: A Guide to the Huntington Museum, Library, and Botanical Gardens    

The Purple Generation – A Tribute to Prince with Emerging Artist Lace and Lee
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 starts at 5:30 pm and features The Purple Generation bringing “Prince’s music to life with an electrifying, high-energy performance that never fails to get audiences moving. Their setlist features Prince’s most beloved hits alongside deeper cuts that true fans can appreciate, creating a show that feels both familiar and refreshingly unexpected.” Lace and Lee, a “folk rock duo heavily influenced by 60s and 70s storytelling, wit and bard-like prose,” will also be performing. Tickets are available online. 

Music in the Park Summer Concert
Memorial Park
1301 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

The City of La Cañada Flintridge hosts its Music in the Park Summer Concert Series each Sunday (through August 30th). 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, Funky Hippeez will be performing 70’s/80’s Disco Funk. 

Los Angeles Father’s Day Weekend Handmade Gifts and Artisan Market
Los Angeles State Historic Park
1245 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

The Los Angeles Father’s Day Weekend Handmade Gifts and Artisan Market begins on Friday, June 19th and continues through Sunday, June 21st from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. The three-day event offers a “weekend full of creativity, craftsmanship, and community.” Enjoy interactive demonstrations, browse — and shop — from local artisans offering a “curated selection of handmade gifts, jewelry, home décor, clothing, artwork, candles, and more,” and enjoy food and refreshments as the community celebrates Father’s Day together. Register online for this free event. 

Rooftop Cinema Club DTLA: Interstellar
888 S. Olive St. 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA

Take Dad to the movies and enjoy an outdoor screening of Interstellar on Father’s Day at 8:40 pm. The Christopher Nolan-movie stars Anne Hathaway and Matthew McConaughey. Tickets are available online. (Note – attendees must be at least 16 years old.)

City Cruises Father’s Day Dining Cruises
Departing from Long Beach, Newport Beach, and Marina del Rey

Celebrate Father’s Day on the water, onboard one of City Cruises Father’s Day Dining Cruises. Choose from the Premier Brunch Cruise or the Premier Dinner Cruise. The 2-hour Brunch Cruise features a buffet, live entertainment, bottomless mimosas, and scenic views. The 2.5-hour dinner cruise features spectacular views, live DJ entertainment, and a chef-prepared plated meal. Reservation information is available online.

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 21st. “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 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, with each reservation lasting one hour. Reservations are available online. A menu is available online as well. ($85 for adults, $65 for kids ages 3-11) 

Father’s Day Celebration 2026
Castaway Burbank
1250 E. Harvard Rd., Burbank, CA 91501
(818) 848-6691

Treat dad to a memorable meal and picturesque views at Castaway Burbank’s Father’s Day Celebration. A three-course chef’s brunch is being offered from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. And, if Dad is not a brunch person, Castaway will be offering their signature Dinner Menu from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Reservation information is available online. 

Father’s Day Brunch or Dinner
Ocean Prime — Beverly Hills
9595 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 859-4818

Ocean Prime will be offering both Father’s Day Brunch and Father’s Day Dinner on Sunday, June 21st starting at 12:00 pm. Treat Dad to a memorable meal featuring Ocean Prime’s “signature cocktails and classic menu favorites.” Reservations may be made online.  

Father’s Day Celebration
Orange Hill
6410 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92869
(714) 997-1109

For Father’s Day, treat Dad to a special meal at Orange Hill. Orange Hill will be serving a 3-Course Chef’s Brunch from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Families will enjoy “an Appetizer & Raw Bar Platter, Dad’s Favorite Brunch Dishes, Shareable Desserts, and the best views of Orange County.”  
And if Dad isn’t a Brunch guy, Orange Hill will also be offering their Signature Dinner Menu from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Reservations may be made online.

Father’s Day 2-Course Menu
Fleming’s Steakhouse
Multiple locations including
2301 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 643-6911

Treat Dad (and Grandpa and Uncles) to a special two-course menu being offered on Father’s Day at Fleming’s. Options include Filet Mignon with North Atlantic Lobster Tail, an Australian Wagyu Strip and North Atlantic Lobster Tail, to name just a couple of your choices. The Father’s Day Menu will be available on Saturday, June 20th (the restaurant opens at 11:00 am) and Sunday, June 21st (the restaurant opens at 12:00 pm). In addition, The Dinner Menu and Children’s 3-Course Menu will also be available all day. Details and reservations are available online.  

Father’s Day Dinner
The Tam O’Shanter
2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 664-0228

Celebrate Father’s Day at The Tam O’Shanter, the legendary steakhouse that has been “delighting diners for over 100 years.” The Dinner Menu offers a large variety of entrees including steaks, braised brisket, lobster tail, salmon, and more. Reservations are available online.  

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!

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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