Things to Do to Celebrate Father’s Day in London

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 London.

Things to Do in London in June

Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner/BBQ

Discover a variety of dining options available in London with some restaurants even curating exclusive menus for Father’s Day. See the list for a selection of restaurants: Restaurants to Get Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner in London
For those who prefer a delightful home-cooked meal, consider visiting the nearby Farmer’s Markets, where you can source fresh and locally grown ingredients to prepare a scrumptious feast for your Dad.
Furthermore, the patios throughout London are now open, providing an opportunity to relish your father’s favorite eatery while enjoying the outdoor ambiance. To ensure a seamless experience, make a reservation in advance to secure a table.

Food, Craft Beer, Wine & More

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea at The Bruce Hotel featuring a curated selection of savory sandwiches, warm scones, and decadent pastries served with premium loose-leaf teas in an elegant setting. Daily, 11:30 am to 2 pm.
Explore over 20 Ontario craft breweries, savor delicious food from local vendors, enjoy live music, and participate in fun games. Celebrate with Dad at The London Beer Fest on June 19 – 20, 2026, at Dundas Place.
Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities, games, demonstrations, and a Hot Dog BBQ Fundraiser at the Village Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., while supplies last, with veggie and halal options available. Enjoy a special WWI Music Show by the Classics Crooner, Timothy Wilford, in Trinity Church.

Go Fishing for Free

Go fishing with Dad for free! OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario licence-free. Happens on June 19 & 20, 2026.

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Farm Fun, Train Rides, and more! For the Family

Enjoy a scenic round-trip train ride from Port Stanley to Whytes Park. On Sunday, June 21st, Dads can ride for half price.
Gather your blankets and lawn chairs, invite the neighbors, and create cherished memories this Father’s Day weekend with unforgettable outdoor movie nights. On June 19th, head to Lorne Avenue for a delightful screening of “Mighty Ducks.” The fun continues on June 20th with two enchanting movies: Earl Nichols will screen “Sonic 3” and “Elemental” at Harris Park.
Spend a day creating lasting memories at Clovermead Adventure Farm. Children will delight in the Splish Splashpad, sunflower field, cedar maze, and animal barn with goats and chickens
Acres of family fun and delicious farm-fresh food await all at Kusterman’s Adventure Farm. Activities include horse riding, duck water park, a bouncy town, a maze, a slide, farm games, jumping pillows, train rides, friendly animals, and kid-friendly zip lines. The Farm is also open for pick-your-own berries on all days except Wednesdays.
U-pick berries are a delightful experience to share as a family. Head over to your nearby U-pick Farms and enjoy picking your own strawberries!
The London Children’s Festival is a great place to bring the family. Join us on Father’s Day weekend for rides, games, food, and fun on June 19 to 21 at Victoria Park.
This Father’s Day, join Storybook Gardens for a day of fun. Bounce on the Jumping Pillow, dig into the Hands in the Sand play zone, explore Adventure Island, wander through Gnorbert’s Garden, and play pretend in the Miniature Village. Your visit also includes any signature programming: character meet‑and‑greets, lively stage shows, dance parties, storytelling sessions, garden happenings, and plenty more surprises. Fathers and Father figures can enjoy free admission.
East Park, London’s water park, is open on Saturdays and Sundays. You can enjoy the splash pad, wave pool, Tube Twister, Bullet, Caterpillar, and Double Tube Twister slides. Enjoy our 18-hole golf course, mini golf, batting cages, and driving range. Feel the thrill with go-karts and bumper cars, and have a blast in our arcade.
Enjoy a day of great food, drinks, and one-of-a-kind finds at the Courtyard Night MRKT on June 19th.

Concerts, Movies, Theatre, and Cultural Festivals!

Enjoy a movie with family at the Mustang Drive-In Movie Theatre.
This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a celebrated Broadway musical that has captivated audiences on 42nd Street, and around the world. This Tony Award®-winning dance spectacular plays at Huron Country Playhouse from June 10–27.
Take a musical journey with Motown at Aeolian Hall on June 19. Motown Gold features outstanding live musical performances from soulful lead vocalists backed by the renowned Rudy & The Angels showband. Motown Gold will have the crowd singing along, clapping their hands in rhythm and even getting up to dance to the infectious Motown groove with songs
Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled outing to Snow White and the Seven Tenors: A Panto at the Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend! Running through June 27, this dazzling and hilarious stage production is perfect for the whole family, featuring chart-topping hits, dazzling dance, outrageous costumes, pop-culture gags, and cheeky humour for kids and grown-ups alike.
Celebrate the release of Justin Maki’s new album, Technicolor Dreams, live at Aeolian Hall on Saturday, June 20, 2026. A Japan-born, Canada-bred musician from St. Thomas, Justin blends R&B, Soul, Funk, Jazz, and Pop into an unforgettable live experience, bringing 20 years of performance, award-winning songwriting, and over 2,000 gigs to the stage.
Fun for all ages, the Strathroy Hometown Festival takes place at Alexandra Park in Strathroy from June 19 to 20. Enjoy car shows, vendor alley, live music headlined by Graham Bedard on Friday and Ozzy Forever on Saturday, beverage gardens, and more.
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with an unforgettable night of country music as multi-platinum star Bailey Zimmerman brings his Different Night Same Rodeo Tour 2026 to Canada Life Place on Friday, June 19, 2026, with special guests Hudson Westbrook and Blake Whiten. Treat Dad to a high-energy live show featuring fan favourites like “Holy Smokes,” “Holding On,” and the #1 hit “Backup Plan.”
Spend Father’s Day surrounded by music and fresh air at the Springbank Garden Concert Series on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Guy Lombardo Pavilion in Springbank Gardens. Ron Gilbert & The Music Makers Swing Band will kick off the free summer concert series, with performances continuing every Sunday through September 6.

For the Active/Sports Loving 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.
Dash 4 Dad is an annual Father’s Day Walk/ Run for Prostate Cancer Research. Join in-person or virtually on Sunday, June 21st, at Springbank Gardens.
Come out to Labatt Park and cheer the London Majors as they play against the Brantford Red Sox on Sunday, June 21st.
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with a day of inspiration, motivation, and excitement at the UFE Showdown on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Centennial Hall in London. Watch natural fitness and bodybuilding competitors from across Canada and the USA take the stage for a chance to represent their country at the UFE World Championships.