25 Ways to Celebrate Dad
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Dad? Whether he loves baseball, BBQ, live music, or a relaxing day by the water, the North Shore is packed with ways to make Father’s Day weekend special.
From can’t-miss events to easy family adventures, here are 25 fun ways to celebrate Father’s Day 2026 across the North Shore!
⚾ Sports & Action-Packed Fun
- North Shore Navigators Baseball Game (Lynn)
📅 June 19–21, 2026
Game Schedule - In The Game Father’s Day Fun (Peabody)
📅 June 21, 2026 – All Day Specials
Plan Your Visit - Mini Golf at Castle Creek (Salem)
📅 June 20–21, 2026
Visit Castle Creek
🍔 Food, BBQ & Breweries
- Father’s Day BBQ at The Farm Bar & Grille (Essex)
📅 June 21, 2026
View Menu & Info - Mill River Winery Father’s Day Weekend (Rowley)
📅 June 20–21, 2026 – Live Music + Food Trucks
Event Details - Granite Coast Brewing Father’s Day Flights (Peabody)
📅 June 21, 2026
Brewery Info - Ledger Restaurant Father’s Day Brunch (Salem)
📅 June 21, 2026
Reserve a Table - Woodman’s of Essex Seafood Celebration
📅 June 21, 2026
Plan Your Visit
🎶 Music, Festivals & Entertainment
- Salisbury Beach Summer Concert Series
📅 June 20–21, 2026
Event Info - Rockport Music Live Performances
📅 June 20–21, 2026
See Performances - North Shore Music Theatre Shows (Beverly)
📅 Father’s Day Weekend
Show Schedule - Downtown Newburyport Street Performers
📅 June 21, 2026
Events Calendar
🚗 Unique Experiences Dad Will Love
- Gloucester Fishing Charter (Yankee Fleet)
📅 June 20–21, 2026
Book a Trip - Schooner Sail (Gloucester Harbor)
📅 June 21, 2026
Sail Info - Salem Trolley Tour
📅 June 21, 2026
Tour Details - Hammond Castle Museum Visit (Gloucester)
📅 June 21, 2026
Visit the Castle - Classic Car Shows (Various Town Greens)
📅 June 20–21, 2026
Find Local Shows
🌳 Outdoor Adventures
- Crane Beach Day (Ipswich)
📅 June 21, 2026
Beach Info - Ravenswood Park Hiking (Gloucester)
📅 June 21, 2026
Trail Info - Halibut Point State Park (Rockport)
📅 June 21, 2026
Park Info - Appleton Farms Picnic (Ipswich)
📅 June 21, 2026
Plan Your Visit
🎨 Family-Friendly Fun
- Library Father’s Day Crafts (Various Towns)
📅 Week of June 15–21, 2026
Library Events - Father’s Day Gift Workshops (Local Studios)
📅 June 20, 2026
Check Listings - Hatter’s Tea Shoppe Family Events (Georgetown)
📅 June 20–21, 2026
Visit Page - Ice Cream + Treat Stops (All Over North Shore!)
📅 Anytime June 21, 2026
- A simple and perfect way to celebrate 🍦
❤️ Make It Special
- Let kids plan the day for Dad
- Pack a picnic for the beach or park
- Plan a surprise breakfast or BBQ
- Take a family photo to remember the day
🎉 Final Thought
Father’s Day is all about celebrating the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who make a difference every day. Whether you go big with an event or keep it simple with family time, the North Shore has something for everyone.
