Things to Do on Father’s Day Weekend: Deals for Dad, brunch, and more!
There are so many fun ways to celebrate Father’s Day in Tampa Bay and something for every dad style!
We’re sharing a few Father's Day deals for Dad in Tampa Bay, cool brunches, and more fun things to do as you celebrate the number one guy in your life. Reminder: Father's Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026 this year!
FEATURED 2026 FATHER'S DAY IDEA
Father’s Day at Latitude 28 – Family Portrait Session Included!
- Date: Sunday, June 21, reservations beginning at 5:30 p.m.
- Location: J.W. Marriott Clearwater Beach, 691 S Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater
Celebrate Father’s Day at Latitude 28 with an experience Dad will truly remember. Enjoy our exclusive preset menu crafted for the occasion, then capture the moment with a complimentary family portrait session. Every reservation includes a beautifully designed gift frame plus a digital copy of your portrait. Make this Father’s Day more than a meal—make it a lasting memory.
Bulleit Bourbon Dinner at Ocean Hai
- Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Wyndham Grand Clearwater, 100 Coronado Drive, Clearwater
- Cost: $95 per person
Celebrate Dad with an unforgettable evening of bold flavors and exceptional bourbon at Ocean Hai. Enjoy an exclusive four-course pairing dinner featuring thoughtfully crafted dishes perfectly complemented by selections from the Bulleit Bourbon portfolio. Our Chef and Bulleit Bourbon Specialist will guide guests through each pairing, sharing insights behind every course and pour. From the first sip to the final bite, this elevated dining experience is the perfect way to honor and raise a glass to Dad.
Father's Day Deals for Dads in Tampa Bay
Dads Ride Free on Pirate Water Taxi
Tampa
Sunday, June 21
What better way to explore downtown Tampa than by boat? Dads ride free on Father's Day with the purchase of a paid ticket, so get out and explore all that Tampa has to offer like Armature Works, Glazer Children's Museum, and MORE.
Deals for Dad at the Florida Aquarium
701 Channelside Dr, Tampa
Sunday, June 21, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Take Dad to the Florida Aquarium for an under-the-sea adventure while taking advantage of free admission for Dad on Father's Day. You will need to purchase this ticket deal at the Aquarium ticket office.
Deals for Dad at The James Musem in St. Pete
150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
Sunday, June 21, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Dad gets in FREE at The James Museum with the purchase of another admission ticket on Father’s Day! You can purchase tickets at the admissions desks to take advantage of the deal.
Father's Day Brunch in Tampa Bay
Father's Day Brunch on Yacht StarShip
- Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., 3 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
- Locations: 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa and 25 Causeway Blvd., Clearwater
Try something new this Father’s Day and set sail aboard a Starship Cruise. While aboard, enjoy a lavish meal prepared by the Executive Chef, and enjoy the beautiful views from the water that Tampa Bay has to offer. Guests can purchase a lunch cruise or a dinner cruise, depending on preference and availability. In honor of Father’s Day, drinks ordered by Dads are free (two per dad)! Admission is $69.95 and up per adult and $49.95 and up per child ages 2-12.
A Feast Fit for Dad at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Location: Tampa
Celebrate the dad in your life with an unforgettable afternoon at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay! Start the day with a Safari Tour on our 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Get an up-close look at African wildlife in a truly unforgettable setting. After the safari, enjoy a special Father’s Day brunch at Busch Gardens TreeTop Kitchen, featuring a delicious menu of sweet and savory favorites like Herb Crusted Prime Rib, Country Sausage & Gravy, a Build Your Own Waffle Station, and more. Exclusively for dads, enjoy one complimentary cigar and one free drink as part of your Father's Day celebration! Prices start at $99.99. Brunch check-in begins at 10: 45 am.
Father's Day Aboard Craft
- Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Location: 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa
Cheers to Dad! Celebrate Father’s Day in style this year with a memorable river dining experience, all while taking in Tampa's best views during brunch or dinner. Each cruise is 2 hours long and starts at $99.95 per person.
Father's Day Brunch at Tibbys
- Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Location: 1721 W Brandon Blvd., Brandon
Dad gets a frosted draft schooner beer on us this Father’s Day at Tibby’s. Come for Father’s Day brunch with live music, bottomless mimosas, Hurricanes, and New Orleans energy that turns Sunday into a celebration. Make it lunch with po’ boys, or bring Dad for dinner with gumbo, jambalaya, shrimp and grits, Rita’s Chicken, and beignets to finish. Father’s Day should feel like a party — and Dad gets the first toast.
Father's Day Gifts of Experience in Tampa Bay
Take Dad to a Tampa Bay Rays Game
From June 19 to June 28, 2026, the Tampa Bay Rays have a series of home games at Tropicana Field in St. Pete. Here's a breakdown of each game and the special events associated with them:
- June 19-21: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Washington Nationals
- June 22-25: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals
- June 26-28: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Get tickets here.
Buy Dad some new home team swag at the Tampa Bay Sports Store
The 4,500-square-foot store is located right across from Ford Thunder Alley, right by the Benchmark International Arena Box Office. It’s your one-stop shop for all of your home team gear, including the “largest selection of exclusive Lightning merchandise on the planet”. The Tampa Bay Sports store is open six days a week, Monday-Saturday. The store opens at noon.
Take Dad to Popstroke in Wesley Chapel or Sarasota
Head south to Sarasota or stay local in Wesley Chapel for a golf experience the whole family can enjoy! Each location features mini golf courses, a rooftop bar, a playground, and outdoor gaming areas, and every player gets to keep a commemorative golf ball with their round of golf. Book your experience at popstroke.com