Hamilton 
Celebrate this special day with Dad: gift him a memorable weekend of togetherness and enjoy some of the events taking place in and around Hamilton.
Here, we have listed a few events for the whole weekend so you can find something to do to make the day memorable.
For more ideas: Things to Do This Weekend in Hamilton
I. Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner/BBQ
Celebrate Father’s Day in Hamilton with a diverse range of dining options available, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Many restaurants have crafted special Father’s Day menus, featuring delectable dishes and enticing family meals. Explore the list below to discover a variety of dining choices tailored for this special day.
Restaurants For Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner in Hamilton
II. Food, Craft Beer, Wine & MoreThe
- The Hamilton region has an extensive selection of local craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries where Dad can enjoy unique, local brews and a bite. Shawn & Ed Brewing Company offers brewery tours. Call 289-238-9979 to book.
III. Go Fishing for Free
IV. Horses, Races & Vintage Cars
Celebrate Father’s Day with classic cars, boat cruises, or scenic horse rides.
- Rev up Father’s Day weekend at West Highland’s Annual Car Show on Saturday, June 20, featuring classic and unique vehicles, a free BBQ lunch, prizes, and plenty for car lovers of all ages to enjoy. Drivers are invited to check in early and enjoy a complimentary breakfast before the show as a thank-you for sharing their vehicles with the community.
- Sign up for a one-hour trail ride with Dad at The Ranch in Oakville. This family outing lets you explore tree-lined fields and forests at a peaceful walk-jog pace with friendly guides and gentle horses. Spot wildlife such as deer, coyotes, hawks, and falcons along the way for a truly memorable experience.
- Enjoy a memorable Father’s Day with a trail ride at Big Creek Stables in Caledonia. Explore over 80 acres of scenic landscapes, including tree-lined fields and a serene stream. Spot wildlife, vibrant wildflowers, and swaying grass. Suitable for ages 6 and up, rides are available by appointment only. Call 905-765-5476 to schedule.
V. Farm Fun, Midways and more! For the Family
- On Sunday, June 21 from 1–3 p.m., enjoy a hands-on Family Fun Day in the Fischer Gallery, where families can create art together inspired by current exhibitions. For just $5 per family (free for AGH members), this drop-in event includes all materials and gallery admission—perfect for a relaxed and creative Father’s Day afternoon.
- Stoney Creek Strawberry Fest is a fun celebration of strawberries on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on King Street East. Enjoy live music, entertainment, artisan vendors, children’s activities, delicious food, and a variety of strawberry treats. Local strawberries will be available for purchase by the quart or flat.
- Plan a family outing to Brantwood Farms to pick delicious strawberries. The farm also offers fresh fruits, vegetables, and baked goods. Remember to dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, and bring plenty of water for a great day together. Call and confirm before planning your trip.
- Enjoy a family-friendly roller skating evening at the Waterfront Outdoor Rink, Pier 8.
- Go on a drive-through safari adventure, exploring 9 kilometers of trails through seven game reserves, including lion country and bushland trails. Enjoy a boat tour on the “African Queen” to see exotic primates and birds, and ride the “Nature Boy” scenic railway. Kids can play in Safari Venture and Toddlers’ Playground, and visit Pets’ Corner.
- Dads enjoy free admission to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Explore 1939–45: Collection Highlights, an ongoing exhibit featuring unique artifacts and archival pieces from the Second World War era. Included with regular museum admission, the exhibit shares personal stories behind items from the museum’s collection of more than 15,000 artifacts, making it a thoughtful outing for families, history lovers, and aviation enthusiasts.
- Celebrate the weekend at Clovermead Adventure Farm, offering over 50 attractions for family fun. Kids can enjoy the Splish Splashpad, sunflower field, cedar maze, and animal barn with goats and chickens. Spend the day creating lasting memories in a naturally interactive environment.
- Father’s Day is all about celebrating fatherhood! Take the family and watch as the kids have fun playing! Enjoy the animal area, expanded play area, nature walk, wagon rides, lookout tower, enjoy some good BBQ, and so much more!
- Visit the family-run Brant-Brantford Twin Valley Nature Park this weekend. This 25-acre wildlife park is home to over 80 species including lions, tigers, wolves, and more. Enjoy educational programs, picnic areas, a play area, and a nature trail.
- There can be no greater delight for a Dad than to see the faces of little ones light up. Book private visits to Triple C Petting Farm and see how much your kids enjoy the trip.
- Join us on June 21 at Area 8 for a fun-filled Father’s Day Fishing Derby, perfect for kids 8 and under and the father figures in their lives. Enjoy fishing from the dock or on the water with a rented canoe or kayak, then stick around for games, music, and a BBQ lunch.
- For a Father’s Day experience that feels truly memorable, book a Hawk Walk at Mountsberg Conservation Area and join Raptor Centre staff for a private 45-minute walk with a trained Harris’s Hawk. Designed for up to two participants ages 12 and older, this unique outdoor program may include the hawk flying nearby and even landing on a hand-held perch.
- Enjoy with the whole family at GOAT-A-PALOOZA on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Triple C Farm in Ancaster. Enjoy a day packed with fun — from bouncy castles and petting farm visits to live music, lawn games, and even goat cuddles! Entry is just $10, with activities for all ages.
- Set sail on an unforgettable Father’s Day experience with Escape the Ghost Ship, an immersive escape room aboard a haunted vessel docked at Hamilton Harbour. From June 19 to 21, 2026, join your crew to break a chilling curse and outwit the spirits of Bethany Bishop before it’s too late.
- Kick off summer with Dad at FrancoFEST 2026, a free three-day celebration of Francophone arts, culture, music, food, and community at Gage Park in Hamilton from June 19 to 21. With concerts, family activities, artistic discoveries, and a festive all-ages atmosphere, this vibrant festival offers a lively way to enjoy Father’s Day weekend while celebrating the diversity of the Francophonie in Ontario.
- Spend Father’s Day weekend learning, connecting, and taking part in community traditions at the 28th Annual Soaring Spirit Indigenous Festival and Pow Wow, held June 19 to 21, 2026, at Battlefield House Museum & Park in Stoney Creek. This free three-day gathering honours National Indigenous Peoples Day with ceremonies, teachings, drumming, singing, dancing, storytelling, live entertainment, Indigenous arts and crafts, food vendors, and opportunities for all ages to experience and appreciate Indigenous culture.
- Honour National Indigenous Peoples Day with a meaningful Father’s Day weekend outing at West Harbour James St Plaza in Hamilton on Friday, June 19, 2026. This community celebration offers a chance for families to gather, reflect, and recognize Indigenous culture, history, and contributions together.
- Step into a world of colour, imagination, and outdoor discovery with Dad at ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey, opening June 20, 2026, at Royal Botanical Gardens’ Hendrie Park. Included with Garden Admission or RBG Membership, this Canadian premiere features 18 monumental sculptures, playful characters from Low Orbit City, and augmented reality surprises that make for a creative Father’s Day weekend outing.
- Bring Dad to James Street North for the Hamilton Italian Heritage Festival, a free two-day celebration of Italian culture, food, music, traditions, and community on June 20 and 21, 2026. Families can enjoy live entertainment, authentic Italian food vendors, cultural experiences, local businesses, kids’ activities, a bocce tournament, a pasta eating contest, and a lively downtown street festival atmosphere.
- Head out on a countryside adventure with Dad as Farm Crawl Hamilton returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, inviting families to explore local, organic, and sustainable farms across the Hamilton area. This self-guided farm-to-farm experience includes tours, demonstrations, hands-on activities, animal encounters, and the chance to meet the people who grow your food.
VI. Shop For Last Minute Gifts
Were you not able to shop for Dad? Here are some places to get those last-minute gifts for Dad:
- Get a beer gift basket from the Hops Collective! Our gift baskets feature beers, fine wines, liquors, gourmet foods, cakes, cupcakes, chocolates, sparkling wines, and other items.
- Hamilton Baskets offers Father’s Day Gift Baskets filled with gourmet foods, fine wines, champagnes, and top-shelf liquors. These baskets include baked goods like cookies, cakes, brownies, chocolate truffles, and savory items such as cheese and charcuterie boards.
VII. Enjoy a concert, a theatre, or a Movie
Take Dad to see his favourite artists or enjoy a movie.
- Enjoy watching a movie with the family at a Drive-in Theatre.
- Raise a glass to Dad and the next wave of country talent at the Route 905 Country Festival showcase on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. in Dundas. This lively evening features emerging country artists competing for the final festival performance spot, with live music, audience voting, great beer, food, and a fun community atmosphere.
- Start Father’s Day weekend with a lively family performance by My Friend Christopher and the band on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market. This casual drop-in event invites kids and families to sing, move, and join the rhythm together, making it a fun and meaningful way to celebrate dads, grandfathers, and father figures before exploring the market’s fresh food and local goods.
- Take Dad out for an evening of local music, entertainment, and community fun at Sidewalk Sounds on Concession Street in Hamilton on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This free night market-style event features sidewalk concerts by Hamilton artists, pop-up vendors, children’s games, dine-in and take-out specials, a plant swap, and a food drive.
- Give Father’s Day weekend an adventurous soundtrack at Zula Presents’ Annual Something Else! Festival, running June 17 to 20, 2026, across Hamilton venues including St. Cuthbert’s, HPL, and Open Streets. With bold performances spanning jazz, experimental music, improvisation, harp, reeds, bass, drums, piano, oud, choir, and more, this genre-pushing festival is a distinctive outing for dads who love discovering creative live music.
VIII. Walks and more
- Taking place annually on Father’s Day, the Annual walk/run for prostate cancer is the Prostate Cancer Foundation BC (PCFBC)’s largest fundraiser event. Sign up with Dad and raise funds for this great cause.
- There are plenty of opportunities across Hamilton to enjoy nature. Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
- Spend Father’s Day morning surrounded by nature with The Joy of Birding at Royal Botanical Gardens on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Designed for more experienced birders, this small-group session explores bird identification, behaviour, calls, songs, migration, and habitat preferences along RBG lands, offering a peaceful and enriching outing for Dad.
- Grab your binoculars and enjoy a Father’s Day weekend nature adventure with Family Birding at Royal Botanical Gardens on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Perfect for families trying birding together, this small-group session at the Arboretum helps children and adults learn how to identify Ontario bird species by their colours, shapes, behaviours, habitats, and songs.
IX. For the Sports Loving Dad!
- Enjoy Father’s Day weekend by watching the Hamilton Tiger-Cats play against the BC Lions at Tim Hortons Field. The game is on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 7:30 PM.
- Families can also start the weekend with Bark in the Park on Friday, June 19, when the Cardinals take on the Guelph Royals in a fun home-game outing. Join the excitement on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Bernie Arbour Memorial Stadium as Hamilton Cardinals take on Guelph Royals.
- Golf courses across Hamilton are open. Book a tee time and enjoy a day of golf with Dad.
- Enjoy a game of mini golf at Adventure Village.
X. More Fun: Go on an adventure or Enjoy an Activity
There are many fun outdoor activities to do this weekend. For more activities, see Ontario adventures!
- Gather the family and go tubing. Ontario boasts many slow-flowing rivers that are safe and surrounded by some of the province’s most beautiful natural landscapes.
- Celebrate Father’s Day with an adventure in the trees at Treetop Trekking! Enjoy quality time and create lasting memories.
- Treat Dad to a fragrant and colourful outing at the 69th annual Hamilton & Burlington Rose Society Show, happening June 20 – 21 at the RBG Centre. Enjoy stunning displays of juried cut roses, hands-on floral design on Saturday, expert talks on rose care on Sunday, and even a chance to take home a beautiful miniature rose.
For more things to do this Father’s Day weekend, see Weekend Activities in Hamilton
