Father’s Day does not seem to be celebrated quite the same as Mother’s Day. There are definitely far less events on the calendar – especially brunches. The traditional Father’s Day celebration seems to be a cookout at home more than going out for brunch.
Dads also benefit from a summer day – head to the local pools and water parks, hit the lake or river, or other fun summer activities.
Ann Arbor Comic Arts Festival
In 2016, my daughter and I attended the Ann Arbor Comic Arts Festival. We had a great time – it would be a fun time for a comics loving dad and kids!
Other Adventures with Dad
We always have fun at Greenfield Village. Father’s Day weekend is Motor Muster – sure to be a hit for the dad who loves cars. Their historic baseball games start the weekend before Father’s Day.
Now Playing
This weekend’s new movie is The Sheep Detectives. There are also a number of other movies in the theater for kids &. teens.
- The Sheep Detectives – PG
- Animal Farm – PG
- The Devil Wears Prada 2 – PG-13
- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – PG
- Michael – PG-13
- Project Hail Mary – PG-13
Lights, Camera, Action: The Best Movie Theaters in Ann Arbor
There are several movie theaters near Ann Arbor that make for a fun outing year round. Seeing a movie is great for families, a date night (or afternoon), or teens with their friends. Check out all these cinemas near us. Best Movie Theaters in Ann Arbor Area Michigan Theater and State Theater are independent, non-profit […]
Upcoming Movies
Check out the list of movies coming soon for kids, teens, and families.
- May 22 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu
- June 5 – Masters of the Universe
- June 19 – Toy Story 5
- June 26 – Supergirl
- July 1 – Minions 3
- July 10 – Moana
- July 17 – The Odyssey
- July 31 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Top of the Park
Be sure to check out the fun at Top of the Park on Father’s Day. It is Sidewalk Chalk Day. The Kid zone is Build-A-Brain: Hands-On Learning About Speech and Language • C.S Mott Children’s Hospital. Check out the fun with Jam Side Up!: Kif-Kif Sisters shows at 4:45p and 7:15p. Then, stay for Toy Story 30th Anniversary – Top of the Park Movie
Swimming with Dad
My family has celebrated Father’s Day at Rolling Hills Water Park in the past. It was not as crowded as other Sundays. Other options are any of the other pools in the area – Buhr, Fuller, Veterans, or Rutherford Pool.
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Dining with Dad
If you are planning to eat out, consider these places where Kids Eat Free on Sundays. I miss the days when there was a summer Restaurant Week that started on Father’s Day.
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There are a number of restaurants that offer Kids Eat Free in Ann Arbor and surrounding towns. These deals are available on various days of the week. Please verify with restaurants as they sometimes change their promotion. When I hear about changes, I will update the list. Free kids meals typically are only free with […]
Events for Father’s Day
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 💙🎟 | May 30 2:00pm-3:00pm | Wild About Dad - Kids Painting pARTy at Whitepine Studios, Saline Michigan |
Other Events on Father’s Day
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
June 21 9:00am-1:00pm | Tot Splash at Buhr Park Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan | |
| 🆓 | June 21 10:00am-2:00pm | Whitmore Lake Farmers Market at Northfield Community Park, Whitmore Lake Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 12:00pm-4:00pm | U-M Medical History Exhibit
at Museum on Main Street, Ann Arbor Michigan This free exhibit celebrates the Medical School's 175th anniversary, and the 100th anniversary of the "Old Main" hospital that was U-M's flagship for more than 60 years. It runs on weekends through August 30. Kids and grownups can explore artifacts including 1800s surgical kits, a 1910s wheelchair, early scientific equipment...Read More |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 21 4:00pm-5:00pm | Kif-Kif Sisters: Returns Department at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 4:00pm | Make Music Day: Free Organ Concert at Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor MI |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 4:00pm-6:30pm | Top of the Park KidZone: Experience the Love - Meet Certified Therapy Dogs at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 4:30pm-6:45pm | SOUSAPALLOOZA: Make Music Day at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 5:00pm-10:00pm | David Zinn at Top of the Park at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 5:00pm-10:00pm | Top of the Park Music at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 5:30pm | Top of the Park Annex - Ann-Hua Chinese Ensemble and Ann-Hua Choir at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 🆓 | June 21 5:30pm | Top of the Park Retreat at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓🎟 | June 21 6:00pm-7:00pm | Kif-Kif Sisters: Returns Department at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 6:30pm-8:45pm | Dragon and Lion Dance Parade - Top of the Park Spectacle at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 7:30pm-9:45pm | Afro Brazilian Capoeira Parade at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
| 💙🆓 | June 21 9:45pm-11:30pm | Coco - Top of the Park Movie at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan |
Those are such a fun things to do with the kids. I can’t wait to watch Cars either with the family.