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15 Ways to Celebrate Dad this Father's Day

Posted on Jun 5

Find ideas to make this Father's Day a special one.

Trying to plan a fun day or find a great gift for Father's Day? Look no further! Find a variety of great ways to spend quality time with the Dads in your life, and a number of other ideas to make them feel loved and appreciated. 

Get Outdoors

Know a Dad who loves to spend his time outside? Surprise them with a fun-filled day in nature with these fishing, kayaking and hiking ideas.

Pyramid Hill Fishing Derby

Plan a Museum Trip

Even if your Dad isn't a history buff, taking him to a museum is a fun and different way to spend some quality time together. It can also make a great gift to plan a trip with them in the future!

Father's Day Trip, National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting

  • National VOA Museum of Broadcasting (Pictured) — First operational in 1944, this building now houses the history of broadcasting during WWII, the development of radio technology, and a ton of different media collections.
  • BC Warbirds — This museum preserves historic aircrafts in their unique Middletown Hangar, as well as a ton of different memorabilia. You can even schedule a plane ride in a 1943 Fairchild PT-19 or a 1972 Grumman AA-5.
  • Salty Dog Museum — Car enthusiasts will appreciate this museum in Shandon! Featuring dozens of well-kept cars from the early 1900's which have been restored to their natural glory, this must-see museum tells the story of the automobile like never before! *Open by appointment only*

Have Some Smokin' BBQ

Father's Day falls on a beautiful Sunday in June, which sounds like a great afternoon for barbecue. Try a new restaurant, and treat the wonderful Dads in your life to some delicious dishes. 

Comb's BBQ, Middletown Ohio

  • Comb's BBQ (Pictured) — This little BBQ joint has raving reviews, and it's easy to see why. Along with a fun, quirky environment, they serve delicious brisket, pulled pork, ribs, traditional sides, and even BBQ nachos.
  • Brent's Smokin' Butts & Grill — Specializing in BBQ combos, homemade side dishes, and all things smokin'. The smothered BBQ Not Your Nachos, Baby Back Rib Sandwich, and the Smokin' Mac Boat are just a few fan-favorites.  
  • Neal's BBQ — Neal's Famous BBQ serves southern-style food and barbeque that can't be beat! Neal's famous made-from-scratch barbeque sauce is a key ingredient to many of the dishes, and can be purchased for at-home BBQ!

Grab a Sweet Treat

The Cone

  • The Cone (Pictured) — Does your dad have a total sweet tooth? Grab a soft serve cone at this iconic West Chester ice cream shop!
  • Lulu's Sweets Boutique — Cookies, macarons, cupcakes, and more.... all of them almost too pretty to eat! Surprise your dad with a sweet treat!
  • Luke's Custom Cakes — Surprise Dad with a custom cake, cupcakes, cookies, and more at this sweet shop! 

Gifts Dad Will Love

In need of a Father's Day gift that would be perfect for anyone? Find a few ideas below that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Some of these ideas even allow for some customization and creativity!

Crooked Dog Comics, Middletown Ohio

  • Jungle Jim's International Market — With so many different and unique products, creating your own Gift Basket at Jungle Jim's is always a fun gift idea. Make sure to check out the candy section, and add in some wild things to try together too.
  • Bourbon & Fire — This unique shop in Hamilton specializes in custom engraved games on bourbon lids. They also have all things to stock your bourbon bar and get the perfect gift for that bourbon lover!
  • Crooked Dog Comics (Pictured) — Crooked Dog Comics boasts an impressive selection of comics from Indie and Manga to big selections of DC and Marvel. Outside of comic books, the store carries sci-fi and fantasy novels as well as merchandise and snacks. 

 

Have a Fantastic Father's Day!

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