Natasha Boschetti
Whether he’s a new dad, a veteran dad or has been doing it long enough to start to master this “dad thing,” all dads appreciate the time spent with family. Orlando has a lot to offer this Father’s Day weekend, from International Drive to Winter Park and beyond. Follow this guide to find the perfect place to take dad on his special day.
Things to Do with Dad
Medieval Times
4510 W. Vine St. Kissimmee, FL 34746
June 3-16
Dad is free with purchase of adult ticket.
Take Dad to the Medieval Life Village and enjoy a two-hour tournament, four-course feast, and watch authentic sword fights and jousting. Use code DAD19.
Top Golf
9295 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Sunday, June 16 from 8 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Price varies with package
Your dad is worth celebrating every day, but this Father’s Day is your chance to go all out for him at Topgolf. We now have two packages available to make this outing unforgettable.
PREMIUM Package
• Reserve 1 or 2 golf bays
• Includes 2 hours of game play
• Designated check-in upon arrival
• Food and beverage are purchased separately
PREMIUM PLUS Package
• Reserve 2 or more golf bays
• Includes 2 hours of game play
• Designated check-in upon arrival
• Lifetime membership for up to 12 Guests
• Buffet Included
Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Avenue Orlando, FL 32803
Sunday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free admission for Dads, $10 for adults, $5 for children (ages 4 – 17 years)
Take your Dad on an exploration through the 50‐acre botanical gardens from a tropical rain forest to stunning roses to an amazing butterfly garden. Leu Gardens borders Lake Rowena, where you can take a moment to watch the wildlife surrounding the lake.
Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd. Orlando, Florida 32801
Sunday, June 16 from noon to 5 p.m.
Free admission for Dads
Although celebrations of Father’s Day in the United States began early in the 20th century, it wasn’t until 1966 that President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation designating the third Sunday in June to honor dads. Let us treat your dad to a visit to the History Center.
Orlando Brewing
1301 Atlanta Ave. Orlando, FL 32806
Sunday, June 16 All Day
Drink specials for fathers only.
Take dad to enjoy organic, hand crafted 2-4-1 Pints and 20% off growler fills.
SAK Comedy Lab
29 S. Orange Ave. Orlando FL 32801
Sunday, June 16. Show times vary
Free admission for Dads, $20 general admission
Come see the best and brightest performers improvise three different shows for Dad and the whole family.
Food Specials for Father’s Day
Arooga’s
227 S. Semoran Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32792
Sunday, June 16 All day
Dads eat free with purchase of equal or greater value
Arooga’s is the ultimate spot for families, and especially for Dads with more than 40 beers on draft ranging from local craft favorites to national icons, a menu packed with made-to-order greatness.
Firehouse Subs
Participating locations
Sunday, June 16 All daycen
Free sub with purchase of additional meal
Print offer or show coupon on smartphone to redeem a free medium sub with purchase of additional medium or large sub, chips and drink.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse
9150 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Sunday, June 16, All Day
Price varies with entrée.
The steakhouse will be opening early and offering a specialty menu for Father’s Day, featuring a Slow-Roasted, Herb-Crusted Prime Rib paired with a Sherry Old Fashioned.
Picnic Buffet at Rosen Centre
9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Sunday, June 16 from noon to 6 p.m.
$35.95 per adult and $16.95 for children ages 4-12, plus tax and gratuity
Dad and the family can have a traditional cook-out without all the work at Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill. Dads and their guests will enjoy spiced shrimp boil, smoked island tropical chicken, Harry’s smoked spare ribs, and Harry’s Mancave Dessert Station. Each dad also will receive one complimentary craft beer with his paid meal.
Rosen Plaza’s Jack’s Place
9700 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
Sunday, June 16 from 5-10 p.m.
Complimentary meal with purchase of adult entrée
Celebrate Dad with a free entrée on his special day, featuring the world’s most extensive collection of autographed celebrity caricatures. Plus, with the purchase an adult entree, two children will enjoy a complimentary meal each from the Kids Menu at Jack’s Place. Enjoy delicious food and extraordinary service at Rosen Plaza’s fine dining restaurant, a treat for the entire family.
Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819
June 12-17 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Free entree with purchase of an entree
Show Dad some love this Father’s Day with a complimentary dinner at one of the two AAA Four Diamond restaurants at Rosen Shingle Creek. Choose either the fine-dining Italian bistro Cala Bella or the signature steakhouse A Land Remembered for his special meal. Treat him to a luxury meal he won’t soon forget this Father’s Day.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
All locations
Sunday, June 16 All day
Free gift card with entrée purchase
Dads receive a $25 dining card when they dine in on Father’s Day. The card is valid until September 1, 2019. Valid for dinner only. Limit one per table.
Tony Roma’s
8560 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
June 15-16
$35 per person
This weekend special starts with your choice of Classic Potato Soup, House Chop Salad topped with BBQ onion ranch dressing or a Caesar Salad with basil pesto Caesar dressing. Then, treat Dad to a wood-grilled New York Strip 12oz steak topped with creamy, spicy Kickin’ Shrimp alongside a baked potato and grilled asparagus.
The Capital Grille
4200 Conroy Road Orlando, FL 32839
June 15-16
This year, make his day memorable with this off-menu exclusive prepared by Executive Chef Jason O’Neill. It features a hand-cut Bone-In Filet with Butter-Poached South African Lobster Tails, with a Lobster Bordelaise sauce. This is available Father’s Day weekend only, so be sure to ask for it by name.
Wine Bar George
610 East Buena Vista Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Sunday, June 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Price varies with entrée.
Enjoy ‘The Dad Stack’ during Wine Country Brunch at Disney Springs. This new brunch item will be available for one day only and features seven layers of French Toast, French Fries, Bacon, Sausage Gravy, Chicken Sausage, Skirt Steak and Sunny Side Up Eggs. Their regular brunch menu will be available in addition to this feature of Father’s Day.
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