Father’s Day weekend is right around the corner! If you are looking for fun ways to celebrate the dads, step-fathers, grandfathers, uncles or bonus dads in your life, then keep reading! We’ve rounded up events and fun happenings around the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area that are sure to bring joy to the special men in your life!
Father’s Day Museum Fun Day at Lane Motor Museum
Sunday, June 21st
10:00AM – 5:00PM
Lane Motor Museum
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville with a special event honoring dads. Dads admitted FREE all day long. With paid admission, this unique event day will include FREE vault tours, FREE rides in a select museum vehicle, and in-museum vehicle demonstrations. The rides and vault tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
A Day For Dad at Southall Farm
Sunday, June 21st
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Southall Farm & Inn
Celebrate Dad with an unforgettable afternoon on the Plaza of our Orchard Event Center, overlooking the serene banks of Lake Mishkin. From 1pm-4pm on Sunday, June 21st, we’re bringing together all his favorite things: great food, good company, cold drinks, live music, and plenty of fun.
Father’s Day Fun Fair at Breeden’s Orchard
June 20th – June 21st
10:00AM to 5:00PM
Breeden’s Orchard
Celebrate Dad with a day of play at Breeden’s Orchard. Father’s Day Fun Fair is a family-friendly farm celebration filled with games, kid-approved activities, and plenty of space to run, laugh, and make memories together. Bring the kids, grab something tasty from the market, and enjoy a relaxed day outdoors designed to celebrate dads and caregivers of all kinds.
Dads Climb Free on Father’s Day at The Adventure Park
Sunday, June 21st
10:00AM to 5:00PM
The Adventure Park Nashville
Father’s Day Brunch Buffet at Mere Bulles
Sunday, June 21st
9:30AM to 1:30PM
Mere Bulles
Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars & Motorcycles at Cheekwood
June 20th – 21st
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
Cruise into Cheekwood and stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars and vintage motorcycles from the early to mid-20th century during this dazzling two-day event. Elegant cars from a bygone era shine against the backdrop of Cheekwood’s lush gardens before the weekend culminates with an 11-mile Tour d’Elegance through the city streets of Belle Meade. Enjoy era-specific tunes, grab a drink from our bar stations, and enjoy tasty bites from the city’s favorite food trucks. With informational car talks and lectures, hands-on activities for kids, and our blockbuster America the Beautiful TRAINS exhibition, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family and make it a Father’s Day weekend to remember.
Father’s Day Brunch at 1 Kitchen
June 19th – 21st
7:00AM – 2:00PM
1 Kitchen
Treat the man who does it all to a culinary experience that’s as unforgettable as he is. This Father’s Day, 1 Kitchen Nashville is serving up more than just incredible food—we’re crafting moments. Indulge in farm-to-fork dishes made with love and locally sourced ingredients, complemented by our signature cocktails and warm Southern hospitality. Whether it’s brunch, lunch, or dinner, there’s no better place to raise a glass to Dad.
June 21st
11:30AM
The Basement East
Bring the kids to The Basement East to celebrate dad with the music of Grateful Dead! The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to “move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon” (NY Times). Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse band offers its core audience of families with children age ten and under games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out in an effort to educate children and explore their creativity. The Rock and Roll Playhouse is an early and often first introduction to a child’s lifelong journey with live music and rock and roll.
Sunday, June 21st
11:00AM
Nashville Riverboats
Let Dad be the Captain of the Cumberland this Father’s Day. Treat Dad to a legendary meal with our chef-inspired Southern buffet during our signature Dinner Cruise or grab a brew and curated snacks on any of our Sightseeing departures.
Step aboard a classic paddlewheel riverboat where Southern hospitality meets riverfront elegance. This Father’s Day, trade the hustle and bustle for a serene journey through the heart of Music City. Our cruise blends timeless riverboat charm with modern Southern flair—the perfect backdrop to cheers to Dad!
Whether you’re raising a toast to Dad or sharing a serene moment on the outer decks, Nashville Riverboats invites your family to cruise and celebrate Dad in true Southern style.
Nashville Father’s Day Craft & Vendor Market
June 13th – 10:00AM – 8:00PM
June 14th – 12:00PM – 6:00PM
10:00AM – 6:00PM
Cool Springs Galleria Mall
Father of the Bride at the Franklin Theater
Sunday, June 21st
Showtime at 7:00PM
Downtown Franklin
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Franklin Theater with the 90’s classic movie with Steve Martin, Martin Short and Diane Keaton! I loved watching this movie with my dad. It always got a lot of laughs, and maybe a few tears.
June 21st, Father’s Day
Topgolf Nashville
Dadtopia isn’t a dream – it’s Father’s Day weekend at Topgolf! Treat the dads in your life to the ULTIMATE FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION at the one place that has everything he loves. Golf? Check. Games? Check. Delicious food? Check. Drinks flowing? Check. Sports on TV? Check. Room for everyone to celebrate together? Check. Plan it all with ease, then take celebrating to new heights by making some incredible memories in our cool, comfy, dad-certified bays.
Another fun spin on golf is Puttshack. Puttshack is spicing up the social scene with its tech-infused, indoor mini golf. Oh, and did we mention we’re serving up cocktails you can drink on the course and live DJs on the weekends that’ll keep you dancing in the neon?… It’s a whole vibe! Family friendly.
Father’s Day Weekend at the Nashville Zoo
June 20th – 21st
9:00AM to 6:00PM
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Rev Up for Father’s Day Weekend! The Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix presented by OnlyBulls is teaming up with the Nashville Zoo to bring an unforgettable Father’s Day weekend experience to life. Guests will have the chance to get up close to an official INDYCAR and two race-themed Honda Civics stationed throughout the zoo. At each stop, fans can snap photos, score exclusive race-day swag and enter for a chance to win tickets to the race.
Looking for some inexpensive ways for the entire family to celebrate dad? Check out our guides below for alleys where kids bowl free this summer and inexpensive summer movies!
We hope you have a wonderful Father’s Day weekend!
