Celebrate Dad and all the Dad-figures on Sunday, June 19th. Here are some ideas for how to spend the special weekend in and around Ottawa.
Go fishing with Dad for free! OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario licence-free.
Free fishing periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery, and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. While fishing you must:
- follow conservation license catch limits
- obey size limits and sanctuaries
- follow the fishing regulations
- carry a permit or identification card issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth
FATHER'S DAY NOMS 🍳
There are plenty of restaurants around Ottawa offering dine-in services along with takeout and delivery options, some specifically crafting a Father’s Day menu for the special day. See the list for a selection of restaurants ranging from classic steaks, hearty comfort food, to amazing, unique brunch options to celebrate Father’s Day at home with quality dine-in food.
Head out to a sunny patio in Ottawa to enjoy the beautiful weather and some amazing food and drink. The list includes patios that are now welcoming customers to drink cocktails and craft beers, and snack on bar food or dine on scrumptious dishes for lunch and dinner.
Here is one example of the special Father's Day event:
Father's Day Bottomless Brunch at CRAFT Beer Market
GO FOR A RIDE 🚴🏽
Bekanecycles 3rd annual Father's Day Family Ride
Saturday, June 18th
3rd annual Father's Day Family Ride
10 AM Meet Up / 11:00 AM Ride Out
GPS: NCC Greenbelt P26
Come celebrate the father figured in your life while enjoying great company on a bike ride
*** FREE T-SHIRTS FOR KIDS*****
Place your order: Bekanecycles@gmail.com
(Adult sizes available for $20)
Bicycle pickup service is available for $10 in certain areas email Bekanecycles@gmail.com
FATHER'S DAY WALK/RUN FOR PROSTATE CANCER 🏃
For over 23 years, The Father's Day Walk Run supporters have helped us change the lives of men living with prostate cancer. And now more than ever, we know that those affected by prostate cancer need our support.
A lot has changed in the last couple of years since we were able to be in person. Prostate Cancer Canada folded and in early 2021 PCFBC created an initiative called Prostate Cancer Support Canada to expand services and awareness across Canada. This means that we will be doing a both in-person and virtual events in 2022. Join participants everywhere by raising funds and awareness to help build a world where no man has to hear the words, "you have prostate cancer."
We are so excited for you to join us and be part of this Father’s Day tradition!
This is a time to celebrate survivors and remember those we’ve lost.
GO HIKING 🌳
There are plenty of opportunities across Ottawa to enjoy nature. Late Spring is a great time to explore Ottawa’s gardens. Enjoy a stroll outdoors with dad.
GET ON THE WATER 🌊
Enjoy canoeing & kayaking in ponds, lakes & rivers as Ontario Marinas, boat clubs and public boat launches are open for recreational use.
Go paddling at Ottawa waterways including Rideau Canal, Rideau River and the Ottawa River. Dows Lake Marina is open for rentals including canoes, kayaks, stand up paddleboards and paddleboats.
Rent a boat and explore Rideau Canal.
Pirate Life Ottawa: Have little ones at home? Go on a boat trip with the whole family. Pirate’s Life provides an interactive ‘pirate life’ theatrical experience with a boat cruise in a look-a-like pirate ship.
FOUR! MAKE A TEE TIME ⛳
Ottawa area golf courses are open. Book a tee time!
Check out your local art studios for special Father's Day workshops or projects. Here is one of the special Father's Day art projects happening:
ACE ARTE Studio in Orleans: Kids will get to paint and decorate a mug for dad. Pottery mugs and beer steins will already be made, kids will get to personalize and decorate them before they get a clear glaze application and go through the pottery kiln one more time. Mugs/ Steins will be ready in time for Father's Day. Pottery creations are fired to a high temperature and glazed with a clear food-safe glaze.Class size limited to 6 seats to allow for plenty of individualized instruction.All materials and taxes are included. Fee is per participant/seat. This STARTS JUNE 11th.
Source: https://www.todocanada.ca/fathers-day-weekend-ottawa/
