Unique Father’s Day Activities + Experiences in Chicago
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Let’s hear it for the dads! It’s time to celebrate all the amazing fathers and father figures in your life with an epic Sunday Funday in the city. We’ve rounded up some one-of-a-kind, dad-centric activities and experiences happening around Chicago so dad can be treated to a truly special day. (And don’t worry, there will still be plenty of beers, grilled food and lounging involved too…)
Chicago Athletic Association {12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.940.3552}
For the golf loving dads…
Nothing says Father’s Day like a "friendly" round at Chicago Athletic Association’s Topgolf Swing Suite, complete with golf, games, great food, and a true downtown experience. Rooted in the building’s history of athletics, the ground-floor Topgolf Swing Suite features two state-of-the-art simulator bays offering virtual golf and interactive games for groups of up to eight people per bay, complete with food and beverage service from BOKA Restaurant Group. After the games, head upstairs to Cindy's Rooftop to treat dad to post-round cocktails, skyline views, and a toast overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. (Book your one hour private suite time HERE)
via SPF Chicago
SPF Chicago {Multiple Locations}
For the pickleball loving dads…
If your dad is part of the pickleball movement that seems to have taken over Chicago, then there’s only one place you need to take him for Father’s Day; SPF Chicago. They have two city locations, one in Old Irving Park that features 2 championship courts and 4 standard courts, and one in the heart of Lincoln Park. The LP location is home to 9 indoor pickleball courts, lounge areas, a full-service bar AND Honey Butter Beach Club restaurant. Get ready for a day of friendly competition along with some well deserved beers + fried chicken. Head to SPF’s website to book your court time for up to 4 people for only $50/hour- just make sure to let dad win a game or two since it is his day after all… (Courts can be booked in advance HERE)
Flight Club {111 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL; 312.284.2474}
For the darts loving dads…
If your dad loves darts, elevated bar food, crisp drinks and social time then an outing to Flight Club is sure to hit a bullseye. Located just steps off the Chicago Riverwalk, Flight Club is an upscale entertainment hotspot combining food, drink and tech-enabled ‘social darts’ that come programmed with multi-player games, elite tracking technology and instant scoring capabilities. Play 1-on-1 with dad or gather a group of up to 12 of his favorite people, all skill levels welcome, for a day of games, buckets of beers, mouthwatering appetizers and more. (Book your ‘Oche” HERE)
Kaiser Tiger {1415 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL; 312.243.3100}
For the patio games loving dads…
If your dad lives for summertime yard games and frosty beers on the patio, Kaiser Tiger is calling his name this Father’s Day. Tucked in a cozy corner in the West Loop, Kaiser Tiger is a sausage, bacon and beer focused bar featuring a menu filled with crisp house beers on tap and smoked meats for days. While winter may be curling season, summertime at Kaiser is for bocce ball, bags and giant connect four, all available on their massive tented backyard patio at a first-come-first serve basis. (Walk-ins for the patio + restaurant are welcome, but reservations can also be made HERE)
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Guinness Open Gate Brewery {901 West Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL; 312.521.0900}
For the beer loving dads…
Beers, BBQ, live music AND mini golf?! Sign us up. Guinness Open Gate Brewery is pulling out all the stops this Father’s Day Sunday with an exclusive BBQ-style lunch buffet featuring smoked meats, summer sides and all the tableside treats. Enjoy live Irish music during your lunch feast and treat dad to a round of mini golf at Guinness’s 9-hole pop up. You also won’t be leaving empty handed, as every dad gets a complimentary engraved tulip glass in honor of their special day! (This is a ticketed event, so make sure you purchase beforehand on OpenTable)
aliveOne {2683 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL; 773.348.9800}
For the comedy loving dads…
Whether your dad wants to take a crack at performing his corny dad jokes live on stage or would rather just sit back with drinks and let the real comedians take over, aliveOne is ready to party!
This beloved neighborhood bar will be hosting a free comedy night on Father’s Day, featuring a mix of open mic performances and a stand-up showcase highlighting some of Chicago’s top comedic talent. The evening kicks off with ‘Living Room Sessions’, an open mic that welcomes amateur comedians to take the stage and the laughs will continue after with ‘CRUSHES Comedy’, a curated showcase featuring some of the city’s best comics. Drink specials and free pool will be running all night too! (For more information and drink specials, click HERE)
Royal Palms {1750 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL}
For the shuffleboard loving dads…
You don’t need to fly to Florida to find some of the best and most entertaining shuffleboard courts; just head over to Wicker Park’s Royal Palms! A ‘vibes first’ place complete with faux palms trees, twinkly lights, bumping music, rotating food trucks and tropical sips, Royal Palms is always a good time. It’s considered a walk-in shuffleboard club, meaning no reservations required; just come in, sign up for one of their 10 floor courts and sit back with handcrafted cocktails with dad. (You can find more walk-in information HERE)
By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager