Ideas to Celebrate Father’s Day
Celebrate this special day with Dad: gift him a memorable weekend of togetherness and enjoy some of the events taking place in and around Saskatoon.
Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner/BBQ
Celebrate Father’s Day in style with a remarkable meal curated just for dads. Treat your father to a memorable dining experience filled with delicious flavours, heartfelt moments, and cherished family time.
Restaurants to Order Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner in Saskatoon
Food, Craft Beer, Wine & More
- Celebrate Father’s Day at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market! Treat Dad to a barbecue at the Saskatoon Farmers Market from 10 am to 1 pm.
- Treat Dad to a peaceful summer cruise, the Captain’s Brunch on the weekend. Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring Chef’s breakfast skillet, bacon, eggs, hash browns, fresh waffles, fruit, and dessert.
- On Saturday, June 20, enjoy a 45-minute leisurely train ride through relaxing countryside along Highway 13, spotting wildlife, sloughs, and a charming ravine on the way to the village of Pangman. Once there, explore a quaint open-air market filled with local crafts, fresh baking, and seasonal produce. Treat Dad to a hot dog, burger, or ice cream at Ronnie’s on Railway—a retro café complete with a working jukebox and local museum. Don’t forget to pop into the Cottage Thrift Shop for a unique find before heading back to the Ogema Train Station.
- Step into Wonderland with Dad at the Mad Hatter Tea Party on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at St. Andrew’s College Main Lounge in Saskatoon. This whimsical Father’s Day outing includes a Curious Stroll, afternoon tea with sweet and savoury treats, playful conversation cards, themed photo moments, interactive surprises, and just the right amount of nonsense for a memorable family celebration.
Races, Rodeos, & Vintage Cars
- Put Dad in the driver’s seat for an adrenaline-filled Father’s Day weekend with Race Experience 2026 at Sutherland Automotive Speedway near Saskatoon on Thursday, June 18. This high-octane experience lets participants get behind the wheel of a real stock car, with professional coaching, real race conditions, roaring engines, and the thrill of pure speed on the track.
- Treat Dad to an action-packed event filled with thrilling rodeo performances and family fun at the Pilot Butte Rodeo. Perfect for a memorable Father’s Day celebration with Dad.
Farm Fun, Midways, and more! For the Family
- Enjoy a fun time with the kids at Wander’s Tiny Farm, just 25 minutes from Saskatoon. This farm offers a large outdoor playground with real farm equipment, a sandpit with hidden treasures, and plenty of games and toys. Meet bunnies, cows, goats, sheep, geese, chickens, and Bobby, the trusted livestock dog. Wander’s Tiny Farm is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
- Father’s Day is all about celebrating Fatherhood. Plan a trip to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo with the kids. The Zoo is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, offering a perfect family outing.
- Fuel Dad’s love of aviation with BBQ Friday at the Saskatchewan Aviation Museum, where visitors can enjoy a juicy BBQ burger, explore aircraft and exhibits, and connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts. Held every Friday in summer, this relaxed museum experience offers food, fascinating stories, and the chance to ask plenty of aviation questions.
- Enjoy a train ride, pedal go-karts, and an ice cream shack at the Berry Barn this weekend.
- Fathers enjoy free admission to the Saskatchewan Aviation Museum on Sunday, June 21st.
- Spend quality time together at the Prince Albert Street Fair. This free, fun family festival consists of seven blocks of continuous entertainment and activities for people of all ages. The fair takes place on June 20th from 10 am to 6 pm.
- Head out to your favourite park to enjoy a fun time together with your family. Grab your favourite treats and your Dad’s from your local bakery! Fly kites, go cycling or hiking, or just enjoy the outdoors. For more information see our article, 15 Parks to Enjoy a Picnic in Saskatoon.
- Make Father’s Day playful and memorable with a visit to Nutrien Wonderhub, where kids and grown-ups can explore, create, and learn together through hands-on exhibits. It’s a fun family outing that gives Dad a chance to join the adventure, share laughs, and make special memories with the little ones.
- Pack Father’s Day with prairie charm at Champetre County Country Picnics, where Dad can enjoy a relaxed countryside outing with gourmet charcuterie, refreshing lemonade, scenic views, and fresh country air. After the picnic, families can visit friendly farm animals, wander the Lost Corral Maze, and explore peaceful country trails for a memorable summer escape.
- Ride into Father’s Day weekend aboard the Heritage Train in Ogema, a 2.5-hour prairie journey filled with local history, open skies, and small-town charm. This all-ages tour travels from Ogema Train Station to Horizon, where guests receive an exclusive tour of a 1922 Federal Grain Elevator before returning.
- Build a piece of Saskatoon’s future with Dad through Where We Grow, a large-scale community LEGO mosaic inspired by Saskatchewan plants and created in collaboration with LEGO Certified Professional Robin Sather. Families can help assemble individual mosaic tiles during Father’s Day weekend build events at Remai Modern on June 20 or Wanuskewin Heritage Park on June 21, contributing to a 10-foot by 16-foot artwork that will be installed in the new central library.
Enjoy a concert, a theatre, a Movie, or a Festival
Take Dad to see some of his favourite artists, see a play, or a movie.
- Enjoy country, rock and folk music at the annual Eagle Creek Jamboree held on June 19 to 21, 2026.
- Give Dad a night of classic grooves at Saskatoon’s Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue on Friday, June 19, 2026, at The Bassment. Featuring lead singers Darcy Greig and Holly Stasiuk with a standout Saskatoon sextet, this lively show celebrates rhythm and blues from Chicago, Memphis, Philadelphia, and New Orleans with classic hits from the ’60s and ’70s.
- Celebrate Dad with the smooth harmonies of Solstice as the beloved vocal jazz ensemble kicks off its 50th season at The Bassment in Saskatoon on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Featuring nine voices, a swinging rhythm section, early favourites, new songs, and fan-loved selections, Solstice: The First 50 Years! offers a warm and memorable night of live music.
- Celebrate Pride at the Saskatoon Pride Festival held from June 13–28, 2026.
Visit your nearest Cineplex theatre and watch a favourite family film for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes.- Share a classic theatre outing with Dad as Oliver! comes to the Rawlco Radio Hall Main Stage at Remai Arts Centre from June 19 to 28, 2026. Filled with memorable songs, lively choreography, heartfelt storytelling, and an energetic children’s ensemble, this beloved musical offers an uplifting experience for families, longtime theatre fans, and first-time audiences alike.
- Give Dad a rock ‘n’ roll night out with The Stampeders at TCU Place in Saskatoon on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Featuring classic Canadian hits like “Sweet City Woman,” “Carry Me,” “Oh My Lady,” and “Hit the Road Jack,” this nostalgic concert celebrates the band’s enduring legacy, stories from decades on the road, and the soundtrack of a generation.
- Share a magical movie outing with Dad at Kiki’s Delivery Service, presented in a new GKIDS restoration as part of a Frame by Frame screening on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Saskatoon. Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved 1989 animated classic follows young witch Kiki and her talking cat Jiji as she builds a new life, faces self-doubt, and rediscovers her confidence in a heartwarming story for all ages.
- Follow the giant carrot into an imaginative Father’s Day weekend adventure with Back Alley Antics! in Saskatoon from June 19 to 21, 2026. This family-friendly outdoor travelling performance begins at Horn Park and leads audiences through site-specific dance, poetry, and creative surprises by local and visiting artists.
Walks, Rides, and more for the Sports-Loving/Active Dad!
- 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. Sunday, June 21, 2026.
- Every year, thousands of participants, supporters, and friends raise funds for Ride For Dad initiatives held in communities from coast to coast to coast across Canada. The Ride for Dad fight against prostate cancer takes place on Saturday, June 20th.
- Come out and cheer on Saskatoon’s newest Baseball team, The Saskatoon Berries, as they take on Regina Red Sox on June 19th and Swift Current 57’s on June 21st at the NexGen Patch at Cairns Field.
- With the golf season in full swing, golf courses across Saskatoon are open. Book a tee time and enjoy a day of golf with Dad.
More Fun: Go on an adventure or Enjoy an Activity
- Wanskewin Heritage Park is a great place to spend a day with family. From enjoying a trail walk to seeing a dance presentation to participating in scavenger hunts, there are lots of activities to enjoy here.
Is Dad a fishing enthusiast? Sign him up for the Riverhurst Walleye Classic. The event is held on June 20 to 21, 2026.- Tipi Sleepovers is a unique way to experience the wonders of the opimihāw Valley. This evening interpretive experience includes overnight accommodation at the outdoor Tipi Village with four 18-foot Plains Cree-style tipis.
- This weekend, enjoy fishing with Dad.
- Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas. There are plenty of opportunities across Saskatoon to enjoy nature. Spend a day cycling the Meewasin Trail. Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
- Walk the river trails with Dad on the Meewasin Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Saskatoon on Saturday, June 20. Starting and ending at Remai Modern, this 1.5-hour guided experience explores the natural and cultural history of the Meewasin Valley, downtown landmarks, and Canada’s largest urban conservation zone. Proceeds support Meewasin’s conservation and education programs, making it a meaningful outing for history lovers, conservationists, locals, and visitors alike.
- Slow down with Dad during Meewasin’s Silent Walks at Beaver Creek Conservation Area on Saturday, June 20. This free or by-donation guided experience invites a small group to unplug, walk quietly through prairie and creek valley landscapes, and take part in sit-spot practice, reflection, journaling, and mindful connection with nature.
- Add a sense of wonder to Father’s Day weekend with Meewasin Dark Skies: Bat Blitz & Night Hike at Beaver Creek Conservation Area from Friday, June 19 to Saturday, June 20. This family-friendly nighttime adventure includes a guided talk on Saskatchewan’s bats, citizen science, a dark-sky hike, possible bat sightings, stargazing, and complimentary hot drinks in support of Meewasin’s conservation work.
For more things to do this Father’s Day weekend, see Weekend Activities in Saskatoon