Father’s Day is coming up soon (June 15) here in New York City and it’s time to celebrate that paternal figure in your life!
Still figuring out how you’re going to impress Dad this year? Well we have some ideas.
Here’s some last-minute gift ideas and favorite activities of ours to help you and Pops celebrate the holiday in style this year.
When is Father’s Day this year?
Father’s Day this year falls on Sunday, June 15, 2025!
A sunset sail on The Mark Sailboat by Jean-Georges
Ready to set sail this Father’s Day? This extraordinary sunset sail on The Mark Sailboat by Jean-Georges is something we promise you’ve never seen before.
For this year’s holiday, this sophisticated 2-hour sailing adventure will offer perfect viewpoints to celebrate Dad, alongside an exclusive food menu curated by Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
The cruise is on Father’s Day (June 15) from 6:30 – 8:30 pm and costs $640+ per ticket.
It will depart from Tribeca’s North Cover Marina and features a one-of-a-kind menu by the iconic chef with items like Maine Lobster Roll, Crispy Sea Trout, King Crab Summer Roll, Crisp Gulf Shrimp; Chilled Oyster, and more.
⛵ Learn more info and reserve your spot here!
Where: Departs from Tribeca’s North Cover Marina
Whiskey distillery tours at Great Jones Distilling Co
Head to Manhattan’s very first legal distillery that opened after the Prohibition and enjoy some very special Father’s Day programming.
It all starts on Saturday (June 14) at Great Jones Distilling Co. with a jazz brunch from 11:30 am – 3 pm where you can have breakfast, whiskey cocktails, and plenty of saxophone solos.
Plus, the distillery is hosting hour-long distillery tour and tasting experiences all weekend, which allows you and Dad to get up close the craft distilling process, with a tasting of three Great Jones whiskeys of course.
The best part is they’re doing a “Dads Go Free” promotion from June 13 – 15, where you can bring your dad on a tour for free with purchase of a ticket, just use the code FATHERSDAY25!
👨 See all of Great Jones Distilling Co.’s Father’s Day deals here
Where: 686 Broadway
Take Dad out to a nice meal
Nothing says Father’s Day like a quality meal, and there’s plenty of great menu specials and deals going on to celebrate Dad! See what’s catching our eye below:
- The Regency Bar & Grill: Executive Chef Manjit Manohar will be serving up special items in addition to the normal brunch menu, which includes White Asparagus Soup with Crumbled Feta and Chives, Jumbo Lump Crab Benedict with Hollandaise and Home Fries, Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Sweet and Spicy Aioli, Slaw and French Fries, and Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak with Wild Mushrooms, Fingerling Smashed Potatoes. Happening from 11 am – 4 pm on Father’s Day. 540 Park Ave. Reserve here
- Cathedrale: Serving its specialty 36 oz USDA Prime Dry Aged Côte de Boeuf as the centerpiece for the return of its family-style steak feast, featuring table-side served meat with sides. $195, happening all June long. 112 E 11th St. Reserve here
- Sake No Hana: Serving its newly launched Imperial Cut Tasting — a flight of three rare 2-ounce Wagyu cuts, each selected for its rarity, depth of flavor, and marbling. $95 per guest. 145 Bowery. Reserve here
Watch the Mets take on the Rays at Citi Field
For all those baseball Dads out there, the New York Mets will be home at Citi Field all Father’s Day weekend long!
They’ll host the Tampa Bay Rays, including on Father’s Day Sunday the 15th, and it’s even a promotional night with the first 15,000 fans receiving a free Hawaiian shirt!
The game is also part of the Mets’ ongoing Family Sunday series with special 4-packs of tickets at a discounted value!
⚾ Learn more about the deal and buy Mets tickets here
Sip pre-prohibition spirits at Lotte New York Palace’s exclusive tasting
Treat Dad to an extraordinary experience at Lotte New York Palace’s Rarities, an exclusive, intimate 25-seat salon offering rare pre-prohibition spirits, exceptional Champagnes, and a curated wine cellar.
This gift idea is perfect for any father who loves spirits, and wants to enjoy them in one of NYC’s most stunning and sophisticated 19th century tasting rooms.
The curated flight comes in various iterations (like Johnnie Walker or Pappy Van Winkle for example), and comes with bar snacks too. The experience ranges from $205 – $800 depending on the flight!
It’s truly a one-in-a-lifetime tasting experience, and you can learn more about it here!
Note: It won’t be happening on Sunday (Father’s Day), so plan for Friday of that weekend (5 – 11 pm)!
Where: 455 Madison Avenue at 50th Street
Fever’s fantastic Father’s Day events & gift cards
On the hunt for a meaningful gift for your dad? Our friends at Fever have you covered. This year there’s plenty of activities to impress dad including cooking classes, pizza parties, Broadway shows, and more!
🎁 Check out all of Fever’s fabulous Father’s Day experiences in NYC here!
🎁 Purchase a Fever gift card for Dad here!
Battle Dad at challenges from Squid Game
For all those avid Squid Game-loving-fathers, now’s the chance to put the skills to the test!
Squid Game: The Experience is in the heart of Midtown, located at 100 W 33rd St. in the Manhattan Mall!
Dads and crew can play five different challenges inspired by the hit show. Don’t forget to hit the Night Market and photo booth for memories.
🦑 Learn more about the experience and buy tickets
Where: 100 W 33rd St. (Manhattan Mall)
Go for a cruise around NYC waters
The weather is look splendid for Father’s Day weekend this year, so maybe a cruise on NYC waters to celebrate?
Spend a few hours floating around the city with Dad while you enjoy some of the best food there is to offer! Check out our favorite Father’s Day cruises happening below and grab tickets now!
- Bateaux New York Father’s Day Premier Plus Brunch Cruise
- Father’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise
- Father’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise Pier 15
Hit the links with Dad
Nothing is more wholesome than a round of golf with your Dad, and in NYC that can mean either playing virtually or just outside city limits at a beautiful course.
The options are endless, and range from teeing off on a virtual driving range with some cold beers, to hitting the putting greens at one of NYC’s nearby courses.
⛳ Check out our favorite golfing options in NYC here!
Dine at an NYC steakhouse
Treat your dad to a Father’s Day feast at one of NYC’s delicious steakhouses this year!
Two recommendations in particular go to Strip House, who’s serving 20 oz Bone-In Kansas City Dry Aged Strip Steak, and Skirt Steak, who’s serving a juicy premium Skirt Steak Sandwich, amongst more.
🥩 Check out our favorite steakhouses in NYC here!
Become a juror with your old Pops
Step foot into this immersive courtroom drama and crash course in morality with Dad as you navigate legal mystery.
The 60-minute simulated trial welcomes New Yorkers to get to the bottom of a nerve-wracking case that includes professional actors and tons of evidence. It’s a heart-pumping experience that every father would love!
🧑🏼⚖️ Grab your tickets to The Jury Experience here!
Go kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Brooklyn Bridge Park has brought back their beloved free kayaking sessions this summer!
Paddle the waters with Dad during the Sunday family sessions from 12 pm to 2:30 pm. Admire the breathtaking skyline from a new vantage point and the best part is, you don’t need any prior kayaking experience.
🚣♂️ Learn more and reserve your spot here!
Play games at Lawn Club
Challenge Dad to lawn games at NYC’s “Leisure Headquarters” at the Seaport, Lawn Club!
You can reserve your own private lawn and play classic and wacky lawn games while enjoying a superb food and beverage menu!
There’s nothing more fun than bonding over some cornhole, ladder golf, can jam and more…plus there’s plenty of TVs to watch sports too.
🥏 Reserve your spot at Lawn Club here!
Take in Banksy works at the Banksy Museum
Art-loving fathers would be remiss to skip on this NYC museum, which is home to so many works dedicated to the famous street artist Banksy!
Dad can tour the world’s largest collection of Banksy’s replicas of iconic street pieces and walk through the mind of the world’s most provocative artist. Plus, on Father’s Day Sunday there will even be a guided tour at 1 pm!
🎈 Learn more and buy your tickets to Banksy Museum here!
Catch live jazz at Winnie’s Jazz Bar
One of our favorite NYC jazz bars, Winnie’s Jazz Bar, is hosting a very special Father’s Day performance on Saturday, June 14 at 6:30 and 9:30 pm.
The club is hosting Antonia Bennett, daughter of jazz legend Tony Bennett, and she’ll be debuting her new album with a special performance for the first time!
Tickets are limited to both sets, and there will of course be plenty of cocktails to go around too!
🎷 Purchase tickets to the performance here!
Where: 63 W 38th St
Embrace your inner child at Dopamine Land
Dopamine Land invites you to step into a world of joy through colorful installations and interactive spaces. Open at Westfield Garden State Plaza just a short drive from NYC, the ultra-immersive happiness museum will evoke a sense of childlike glee in visitors of all ages.
Plus, Dopamine Land is offering 20% off family tickets from June 13 to June 15, making Father’s Day weekend the perfect time to visit.