What To Do for Father's Day 2025 – Near LA & Orange County

What To Do for Father’s Day 2025 – Near LA & Orange County

Get ready to make this Father’s Day one for the books! We’ve rounded up a list of exciting and unforgettable activities to celebrate Dad in style. Take Dad on an adventure to see awesome planes, trains, and cars. Or how about some friendly competition with a belly flop contest?

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Photo: Petersen Museum

Father’s Day Weekend
Petersen Museum, Los Angeles
June 14-15, 2025
Join the Petersen Museum for a Father’s Day Vault Experience! Explore hundreds of legendary vehicles, dive deep into the stories behind the world’s most iconic cars, and treat Dad to a day he’ll never forget. Vault Experience tickets include an exclusive guided tour, behind-the-scene access to the Shop area, and complimentary gifts for Dad.

Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival
Balboa Yacht Club, Corona del Mar
June 13-14, 2025
Explore wooden boats from iconic movies and boats plus fun festival activities including the Wooden Boat Walk of Fame, a special exhibit featuring a traditional rowing boats, and a Little Sailors section. Kids can enjoy story times, create their own boat burgee, and watch beloved children’s movies featuring wooden boats.

Father’s Day
Pretend City, Irvine
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Celebrate Father’s Day with exciting activities and a special Dad & Me dance class with Platinum Performing Arts. It’s a day full of fun, connection, and memorable moments for the whole family.

Father’s Day Themed Roar & Snore
San Diego Safari Park, Escondido
June 14 & 15, 2025
Spend the night at the Safari Park with your family! Experience a sleepover that includes walking tours, wildlife presentations, and a Father’s Day BBQ.

Father’s Day Luncheon
Tanaka Farms, Irvine
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Celebrate Father’s Day with a Farm-to-Table Hilltop Luncheon at Tanaka Farms. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat BBQ feast. Relax on the hilltop lawn, play games, take photos, and visit the barnyard animals.

Father’s Day BBQ
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Sunday, June 15, 2025
The Aquarium of the Pacific will host a Father’s Day BBQ served on the outdoor Veranda dining area with views of Rainbow Harbor. General admission to the aquarium is included.

Donuts with Dad
Coastal Kids Playspace, Long Beach
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Celebrate dads with snacks, drinks, donut-themed sensory bins, photo ops, and playtime.

Father’s Day Flop
Raging Waters, San Dimas
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Raging Waters’ annual Father’s Day Flop challenges dads to compete for the red belly badge of honor and several fun prizes. Flops are judged by biggest splash, most creative, and more. Contestants can sign up at the registration booth when they enter the park.

Dads & Donuts Father’s Day Cruise
Ocean Institute, Dana Point
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Join Ocean Institute for a special Father’s Day whale watching cruise with complimentary donuts. Go on a 2.5-hour adventure, venture out beyond the Dana Point Harbor and search for marine mammals.

Costa Mesa Speedway: Harley Night
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Watch fearless racers rev up their fuel-burning motorcycles and push the limits at lightning speed. Expect unpredictable moments as riders take daring, high-lean turns at full throttle.

Father’s Day “Do You Wanna Build a Memory?”
Frozen Pre-Show Event
La Mirada Theatre
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Celebrate the coolest dads in the kingdom this Father’s Day at Frozen! Join us before the show for a heartwarming pre-show event designed for the whole family. Themed drink specials and Frozen-inspired arts and crafts add to the evening of magical moments to share together. It’s the perfect way to say “you’re worth melting for.” This event is free and open to all of this evening’s ticketholders.

Dine with Dad
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Celebrate with a premium brunch served in a private suite, followed by a guided tour through locker rooms, luxury spaces, and behind-the-scenes areas.

Father’s Day Sunset Sail
Los Angeles Maritime Institute, San Pedro
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Join Los Angeles Maritime Institute on Father’s Day to sail the San Pedro Bay and 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!

The Storytellers: Father’s Day Bluegrass Bash
Hangar 24, Irvine
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Bring the family to enjoy The Storytellers at their acclaimed “Bluegrass-ish Bash” residency at Hangar 24 Craft Brewing OC.

All Access Father’s Day Experience
Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
Sunday, June 15, 2025
This high-ticket experience includes a private pre-game reception with food and drinks, exclusive Dodgers-Giants rivalry themed tour, post-game catch on the field, loge level ticket and parking, complimentary on-field photo, and a gift.

Find more fun things to do on our Calendar!

Cool Exhibits to Visit for Father’s Day

Photo: Rescue Mission at Discovery Cube LA

Rescue Exhibition
Discovery Cube LA
Experience the science and technology behind real-life rescue missions at The Rescue Exhibition! Get hands-on with land, sea, and air rescue tools, climb aboard a full-size helicopter simulator, spot heat signals with infrared cameras, and practice virtual firefighting and surf rescues.

GAME ON! Science, Sports & Play
California Science Center, Los Angeles
GAME ON! is a hands-on exhibition celebrating the connection between science, sports, and play. Spanning 17,000 square feet, the exhibition invites visitors to explore a wide range of sports through interactive activities, technology-enhanced challenges, and guidance from mentor athletes.

World of Terracotta Warriors
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
Discover new archaeological finds from Shaanxi Province in this groundbreaking exhibition, featuring over 120 newly uncovered artifacts, including terracotta warriors, chariot regalia, jade, gold, and bronze treasures.

Fun Places to Go for Father’s Day