By: Hannah George & Aeva Dobson By: Hannah George & Aeva Dobson | May 8, 2025 | Food & Drink, Feature, Golf Courses, Events, Guys Night Out, Entertainment, Community, City Life, Guides,
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE LODGE AT TORREY PINES
Hop aboard day or night for the ultimate Father’s Day celebration with City Cruises. During the themed buffet-style brunch, families can enjoy signature dishes, unlimited mimosas, craft beer and impeccable views of the area’s famous landmarks. At nighttime, a dinner sail will commence featuring a chef-curated plated meal before dancing the night away to a live DJ.
For a sail to remember, Flagship Cruises has you covered this Father’s Day. Begin the day with a relaxing brunch cruise where Dad can fill his plate with made-to-order omelets, carving station delicacies, California seafood and farm-fresh salads to be washed down with bottomless mimosas. Later in the day, unwind with a luxe sunset dinner cruise featuring a surf & turf duet of jumbo shrimp and short ribs.
On June 14, get a head-start on the Father’s Day celebrations with the Midsummer Family Festival at Temecula’s Europa Village. This idyllic European-style festival invites families to revel in an evening of world-class cuisine, live entertainment and whimsical festivities under the summer sky.
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Premier Golf Torrey Pines Father’s Day Event
Nothing says Father’s Day quite like a day on the course. Let Dad’s competitive side shine through during this special golf tournament at Torrey Pines South Course from June 12-16. Teams of two will spend three days vying for prizes, enjoying delicious course-side meals and staying in the iconic Lodge at Torrey Pines.
Rancho Bernardo Inn Father’s Day BBQ & Whiskey Celebration
Rancho Bernardo Inn has the ultimate Father’s Day celebration on tap. On June 15, gather for a bountiful outdoor barbecue—with everything from smoked ribs to savory sausages—while the sounds of live acoustic guitar sound in the background. Local craft beers and premium whiskeys will keep glasses filled. Cheers!
Lucky for dads across the county, the San Diego County Fair falls on Father’s Day this year—spanning a month-long extravaganza from June 11 to July 6. The Dog Days of Summer will transform into the Cat’s Meow for this year’s theme “Summer Pet-Tacular,” featuring all the fan-favorite rides, games, food and entertainment the community knows and loves.
Enjoy a weekend full of Father’s Day specials at Brewery X at the Sheraton San Diego Resort. From Friday to Sunday, diners can try limited-time specials like the lobster roll or the habanero mango barbecue smoked baby back ribs.
This Father’s Day, take Dad to the theater for an iconic and hilarious Broadway smash hit. The Book of Mormon will run from June 10-15, delivering an irreverent production of musical comedy and a mismatched pair of missionaries that viewers can’t get enough of.
No need for Italy when a relaxing gondola cruise is just a short drive away. Treat Dad to a unique Father’s Day activity aboard a gondola cruise in Coronado Cays. For 50 minutes, your group will enjoy the sea-level views while sipping Ballast Point beer and snacking on honey-roasted peanuts and #1 Dad’s Edition Meathearts from Manly Man Co.
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