Looking to celebrate Father’s Day in Philadelphia this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
48 Record Bar
Locals can take the special guy in their life to this Old City locale for the 2nd Annual Dad Rock Special on Sunday. From 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., there will be plenty of “dad rock on vinyl” (think The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and more), plus, crates full of vinyl for sale and the chance to win two tickets to Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival.
48 S 2nd St., 48recordbar.com
Urban Farmer
Families and friends can head to Urban Farmer on Sunday for both brunch and dinner to celebrate the occasion. First, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., specials like Crab Deviled Eggs and Piedmontese Steak and Eggs will be served. Then, for dinner service (4 to 10 p.m.) specials will span a 24 oz pasture-raised Porterhouse, a Potato Galette with horseradish sour cream and tomato compote, a Dry Aged Burger and a Bourbon Budino to finish off on a sweet note with dulce de leche, chocolate pretzel brittle, and vanilla chantilly.
Fathers can enjoy beverage specials as well, such as the Dad Fuel (Tullamore Dew, Borghetti Liqueur, and orange bitters), and The OG, which features a pour of Love City Lager and a shot of Tullamore Dew. Both are available during brunch and dinner.
1850 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, urbanfarmersteakhouse.com
Bolo
Those looking to celebrate Father’s Day in Philadelphia can head to Bolo on June 15 to indulge in a Suckling Pig Dinner. For $65 per person, the family-style feast includes a slow-roasted lechón (marinated with achiote, oregano, garlic, and sour orange) served with a first course of verde salsa, plus, rice, gandules bean stew, maduros, and mofongo.
2025 Sansom St., bolophl.com
Sor Ynez
Any dad who dines at Sor Ynez on Sunday will get to indulge in delicious Mexican drinks and dishes, plus, receive a complimentary michelada.
1800 N American St Unit G, sorynez.com
Iron Hill Brewery
This weekend launches Sip & Savor Sundays at Iron Hill, and with it comes a 12 oz Prime Rib special with mashed potatoes and au jus for $29.99. Guests can add on a pint of any draft beer for just $5 or a whole bottle of wine for half off the original price as well. While there, diners also have the option to sip on the seasonal Dad’s Got Jokes IPA—plus, from now until June 15, any $50 gift card purchased online will come with a $10 bonus e-card.
Multiple locations, ironhillbrewery.com
VIVA Padel and Pickleball
There’s a ton of fun planned for Father’s Day in Philadelphia at VIVA. The sports club will be offering a Father’s Drill & Play (aka an open pickleball clinic and round robin) from 9:30 to 11 a.m., and then a Kid’s Drill & Play from 11 a.m. to noon. There will also be a Pickleball Father’s Day Open Play from noon to 2 p.m. and a Padel Father’s Open Play from noon to 2 p.m. at the venue on June 15.
All events are open to members and non-members alike, and are beginner-friendly. Advance registration to reserve a spot is required and can be made online.
1300 N 8th St., vivapadelpickleball.com
City Cruises
Those looking to celebrate Father’s Day in Philadelphia in a fresh way can opt for a City Cruises experience this Sunday. The brand will be hosting a Bottomless Mimosa Brunch (board 11:30 a.m.) and Dinner Cruise (board 4:30 p.m.) where dads will receive a complimentary beer or mocktail upon boarding. The experience also includes food, a cash bar, games, dancing, and views of the city from the Delaware River.
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., cityexperiences.com
King of Prussia Town Center
Families can head to KOP on Sunday to check out a free celebration for Father’s Day. From noon to 3 p.m., the event will be chock full of live music, lawn games and special giveaways for dads.
200 Main St, King of Prussia, kingofprussia-towncenter.com
Dadapalooza
Those looking to commemorate the occasion can take the drive to Bear Creek Mountain for the annual Dadapalooza and Car Show. Taking place June 15 from noon to 4 p.m., the occasion will feature food trucks (including Pretzel Revolution, Taco Town, and Spuds), live music, free archery target shooting, lawn games and more. Car owners who want to display their vehicle are encouraged to register in advance online for $15 or onsite the day of the event for $25.
As a release notes, Bear Creek Mountain Resort is also offering a Sunday night Father’s Day Special with a late checkout on Monday (June 16) for $109. Additionally, guests purchasing this Father’s Day Special receive a 20-percent discount on dinner at the Trail’s End Café or The Grille, and at the Mountain Activity Center.
101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, bcmountainresort.com
