Things To Do With Dad On Father’s Day

Father's Day is the time to honor all the men who play a special part in our lives: Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles, Brothers or any man important to you. We've got suggestions for how to plan a memorable Father's Day to show your appreciation for all they do each and every day.

Belmont Park & Racetrack, 2150 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont NY 
Enjoy a fun-filled day with Dad at the racetrack with breakfast, bourbon tasting, and racing!  Treat him to a breakfast buffet at Belmont while Thoroughbreds train in the morning.  After breakfast take a tram ride (weather permitting) through the stable area, enjoy a free paddock show and participate in a starting gate demonstration. Check out the car show at the Park and more family fun activities to fill the day.  Patrons who wish to attend the afternoon races must purchase a $5 general admission ticket (receive a FREE stainless steel tumbler, while supplies last) upon re-entering the park at 11:30am.  Buffet will be open from 7am-9:30am at the trackside café (located on the 1st floor of the Clubhouse), price is $12 per person, Kids 5 and under is $6. Breakfast includes, coffee, tea and juices.  Attend Belmont Park and Racetrack and make it an unforgettable day for Dad. For more information, go to nyra.com/Belmont.

Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main Street, Riverhead 
Because all Dad are kids at heart… bring dad to the Long Island Aquarium for Father’s Day.  All Dads will get the child admission price when accompanied by their child on Father’s Day; General admission for adults (13-61) $29, Children (3-12) $22, Seniors (62+) $25.  For the adventure seeker, have Dad participate in a shark dive!  The whole family can watch from the viewing window.  Make this the Father’s Day he will always 
remember.  Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance.  Contact the aquarium for more information call 631.208.9200 x426 or go to
longislandaquarium.com

Schedule a Tee-Time
Do not want to travel long distance?  Schedule a tee-time for you and Dad.  Longislandgolfnews.com is a great site to scope all the golf courses on Long Island.  Check it out!  The site has price ranges and ratings for the golf courses, so you can book a tee-time at a great course without breaking the bank. What golf loving Dad wouldn’t want to do this on their special day?  After all, Father’s Day is about showing your appreciation for them and what better way to do that with a gift they can appreciate?

Mattituck 63rd Annual Strawberry Festival, 1175 Middle Road (Route 48), Mattituck
Make this Father’s Day a whole weekend event. Starting Thursday, June15th, the 63rd Mattituck Lion Club Strawberry Festival will begin at 5pm and run through until Sunday June 18th for Father’s Day. Thursday will kick-off the festival at 5pm; carnival is from 6:30pm-10:30pm with a firework show at 9:30pm; Friday, June 16th will be open from 5pm-11pm, Saturday, June 17th from 11am-11pm and Sunday, June 18th 11am-5pm.  Ticket prices are $5 for adults and children 5 and up; under 5 is Free.  One-pay price ride bracelets are $30.  No admission charge for Dads on Sunday, Father’s Day when accompanied with a child.  Purchase tickets online at mattituckstrawberryfestival.org.

Schedule a Beer or Wine Tour…
If your dad is a fan of fine wine or a nice cold brew, schedule a tour out east.  Tapped Enterprises and LI BEER BUS offers many different tours throughout the island suitable for your Dad’s tastes.  Book a Beer and BBQ tour, Beer and Fishing cruise, Craft Cruise or customize your own tour!  Tapped Enterprises and LI BEER BUS  put together a great day of tasting and fun.  Make your gift memorable and book a tour.  For more information on tours and pricing, contact 631.913.3817 or go to libeerbus.com.  

Last but not least…
Have a BBQ for the man of the house! Not sure if Dad wants anything for Father’s Day? Or on a budget?  Show Dad how much you care by throwing a family BBQ.  After all, Father’s Day is about family so why not enjoy it at home!  Sometimes the best time is to stay in and create your own fun rather than go out to look for fun.  Get some ribs, steak or anything that can be grilled and get that BBQ started up.