12 Events for Father's Day Weekend Fun
Whether Dad loves food, fishing or even tea parties, we've got something in the lineup for him and the whole family to enjoy.
Friday-Saturday
River Cities Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Willastein: The fun starts on Friday night with a fireworks show just after sunset and then on Saturday, get ready for the dragon boat races. Onlookers get to enjoy music, food trucks, fireworks and more. Proceeds benefit the Children’s Protection Center. The fun kicks off at 8 a.m. on Saturday For more info, click here. FREE!
Saturday
Go! Mile at the Clinton Presidential Center: This annual family fun run give you options for the whole crew: there's an elite runners race, a half-mile for kids and The First Mile, a heat designed for newbies with zero pressure, just fun. The run benefits the Winston Penn Wardlaw Memorial Fund. The first heat starts at 7 a.m. Registration is $5 for the kids' event and $20 for adult runners. For more info, click here.
Father's Day Kayak Float at Pinnacle Mountain State Park: Spend your morning out on the water during this approximately five-mile float along the Maumelle River. Meet at the Little Maumelle boat launch at 9 a.m. Advance payment and registration ($40 per kayak) are required. For more info, click here.
6th Annual Tinkerfest at Mid-America Museum: Tinkerfest is a day-long festival of hands-on science fun for the whole family with makers, artisans, businesses and educators from around the state coming together to provide real first-hand experience related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. The fun lasts all day long from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $8 for kids. Visit the museum's website for more details.
East Village Street Food Jam at Clinton Presidential Center: Come hungry to this innaugural food truck event! Enjoy lunch or dinner and mom and dad can enjoy a beer garden while the kids play at a kid’s zone with bounce houses and other activities. Live music during the event includes sets from The Salty Dogs, The Going Jessies and Rodney Block. The party goes from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and tickets are $5 per person. For more info, click here.
Juneteenth Celebration at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center: A history lesson and a fun celebration all in one, holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. The block party goes from noon-6 p.m. and includes food trucks, live music and a massive kids zone with face painting, a video game truck, laser tag, rock climbing wall, water tinkering station and more! For more info, click here. FREE!
Star Party at Pinnacle Mountain State Park: Enjoy the cooler evening weather and spend time learning about constellations and astronomy. Weather permitting, you can try your hand at amateur astronomy from one of the region's best viewing spots. Telescopes are provided by the Central Arkansas Astronomical Society. Meet at the visitor center at 8:30 p.m. Visit the website for more information. FREE!
Sunday
Father's Day Sunday Brunch at the Castle on Stagecoach: It's all the food you could ever dream of and more at this delicious castle brunch. The feat includes pulled pork, ribs, corn on the cob and a variety of breakfast foods, sweets and more. The best part? Kids 10 and under eat free! There will also be carriage rides, hayrides, live music and more. Adults eat for $65 and kids 11-17 are half price. Call (501) 960-0658 to make a reservation anytime from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Click here for more information.
Father's Day BBQ at the Little Rock Zoo: Visiting the zoo is already a treat, but add a delicious BBQ lunch and it's a top-notch way to spend your afternoon. The event includes zoo admission and the price ranges from $7-$20. Buy tickets ahead of time online. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more info, click here.
Father's Day Fishing at Wildwood Park for the Arts: Father's Day is the only day of the year that Swan Lake is open for fishing. Bring fishing gear for some catch & release fun with the whole family! Refreshments and bait available for purchase. Not an angler? Enjoy lawn games, the gardens and woodland trails. Enjoy outdoor fun from noon-5 p.m. Visit the website for more information. FREE!
Father's Day Tea at Abbi's Teas & Things: Enjoy a delightful Father's Day Tea at Abbi's Teas & Things! Dads and daughters can enjoy finger sandwiches, tea and dessert. Minimum of two people required, maximum six per party. Tea times are 1:30, 3 and 4:15 p.m. and the cost is $15 per person; reservations are required. Call (501) 246-5077 or visit the Facebook page for more information.
Father's Day Sunset Lake Cruise at at Pinnacle Mountain State Park: Meet at Jolly Rogers Marina for this relaxing evening on the water. Watch the sunset as you cruise around Lake Maumelle Advance payment and registration are required: $15 for adults and $8 for kids ages 6-12. Set sail at 7:30 p.m. For more info, click here.