Check out some of these really fun events and money-saving deals and start planning for a special Father’s Day — on the cheap, of course!
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15th, 2025.
On this day, restaurants offer freebies and deals and many venues offer dads-get-in-free deals — in addition to all the free & cheap fun we cover every weekend, year-round!
At the end of the list is a day-by-day guide to events taking place on the Father’s Day weekend.
View our complete list of free & cheap things to do this weekend
And don’t forget that Juneteenth events are also happening — including parades, festivals, concerts, and more.
You may also be interested in:
- Enjoy $1 movies with Regal Summer Express
- 15+ summer festivals happening in metro Atlanta
- Have a close-up butterfly encounter this summer
- Complete guide to free summer concerts
- Enjoy a night under the stars: free outdoor movies
- Free outdoor community yoga and fitness classes this summer
- 4th of July fireworks and celebrations
Father’s Day Fun in 2025 around metro Atlanta
Click thru the links for more info.
Enjoy these dads-get-in-free offers
♦ College Football Hall of Fame
Visit the Hall of Fame on Sunday, June 16th with dad, and he’ll get in FREE when you purchase a regular price ticket. PLUS, the first 100 dads get a $25 gift card from Home Depot! Located in downtown Atlanta.
more info here
♦ Chattahoochee Nature Center
Visit the nature center on Father’s Day, when Dads and Grandfathers get in FREE!
Bring a picnic, enjoy on-site programs, trek the Wildlife Walk and the trails, and visit the Butterfly House. The nature center also includes opportunities for canoeing and zip-lining.
More info on the free admission deal
♦ The Fringe Miniature Golf
Dads can play mini-golf for FREE, when you purchase any other ticket (child or adult). This offer is good all weekend long — from Friday, June 13th thru Sunday, June 15th. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on those days.
More info
♦ North Georgia Wildlife Park
Dads get in on June 15th FREE with accompanying child and adult ticket purchase!This venue is located in Cleveland, GA, so it would be a day trip.
Details here or visit the website.
♦ Atlanta History Center
Sunday, June 15, 2025 is a FREE admission day for everyone, in honor of Juneteenth. There’s a party on the lawn, special programming, and open galleries.
More info + register in advance
Grab a great food deal
Check out these 2025 Father’s Day restaurant deals & freebies!
♦ TCBY
Cool off with Dad at TCBY. Dad’s first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt and toppings are FREE on Father’s Day in 2025.
More info
♦ Denny’s
From June 13 to 15, 2025, Denny’s is offering $10 OFF an online order of $30 or more — for pickup or delivery.
Just use promo code RADDAD at checkout.
♦ Galla’s Pizza
On Father’s Day, you can enjoy a variety of menu specials when you dine at this Chamblee pizzeria.
They include:
$2 LaBatt Blue Light Drafts
$5 Tito’s & Sod
$14 Italian Beef
$24 Large Meatza Pizza
♦ Hooters
On June 15, 2025, Dads enjoy 10 FREE boneless wings with the purchase of 10 wings any style. Dine-in only.
♦ Insomnia Cookies
From June 13 to 15, 2025, unlock FREE delivery on any order of $15 or more with promo code DELUXEDAD.
Visit insomniacookies.com — the offer is in the banner at the top of the home page.
♦ Shake Shack
From June 9 to 15, 2025, Shake Shack has a Father’s Day BOGO offer on the Double ShackBurger — that’s buy one and get another one FREE.
More info
♦ Wendy’s
For one day only, Father’s Day Sunday, Wendy’s has a BOGO deal on either the Baconator or Classic Chicken Sandwich.
More info
♦ Marco’s Pizza
Just in time for Father’s Day, Marco’s Pizza is offering a large Pepperoni Magnifico for just $9.99.
Use the promo code LEGENDS at checkout.
The deal is available thru all of June.
♦ Sonic Drive -In
Through June 29th, Sonic is offering 50% OFF all shakes when you arrive after 5 p.m. — so you can treat Dad to a sweet ending on Father’s Day.
More info
♦ Tiff’s Treats
Celebrate Dad with warm cookies, hand-delivered on Father’s Day.
Get $12 dozens with code JUNE12.
*Valid for new customers only. Delivery, taxes and fees are additional. One use per customer.
More info + order
Wander through a sunflower maze
The fabulous NEW sunflower maze opens this weekend at Buford Corn Maze!
Get some great summer photos with dad, enjoy some farm fun, and make some memories.
The maze has a fun Wizard of Oz theme, so you just might encounter some familiar characters.
And there’s a rumor going around that anyone wearing red shoes will get a special surprise.
More info
Spend time at a FREE movie or concert
The summer concert series and outdoor movie series is in full swing in June, with something going on every weekend.
On Father’s Day weekend in 2025, there are 15 FREE concerts over Father’s Day Weekend.
There are also 3 FREE movies over the weekend.
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Browse our special calendars for:
◊ FREE outdoor summer concerts
◊ FREE outdoor movies on the lawn
These events cover the extended metro area, including the suburbs.
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PLUS, there’s the Marcus Theatres Summer Dream Movie Series — playing at INDOOR theaters in Tucker, Suwanee, and Roswell.
From June 15 to 19, you can see Harold and the Purple Crayon for just $3 — along with discounted concessions.
More info on this film series
Take Dad to Stone Mountain Park — 50% OFF an Attractions Pass
There’s a new drone and light show at Stone Mountain; it replaces the classic LaserShow. Take dad and the whole family for HALF OFF this weekend, thanks to a Groupon deal. That’s just $20 for a $40 Attractions Pass!
PLUS, you can save $10 on tickets to the NEW zip line course!
Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
Cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers, run bases, and play catch on the field
On Father’s Day weekend in 2025, the Stripers take on the Memphis Redbirds at Coolray Field
PLUS, on Sunday, June 15th, you can come early and play catch on the field pre-game, plus run bases after the game, weather permitting.
A Stripers game is an affordable outing for families — with tickets starting at just $9 and special promotion days that bring added value. Everything about the experience is less expensive than a Braves game at Truist Field. Plus, you’re sitting much closer to the action.
More info
Go “fishing” at Bass Pro Shops
Take the kids fishing at this special event!
At both Bass Pro Shops locations (Kennesaw and Acworth), there will be a FREE catch-and-release pond, plus a casting challenge all weekend long — from Friday, June 13th thru Sunday, June 15th.
PLUS, there’s a huge Father’s Day Sale happening there!
More info
Celebrate Juneteenth
Celebrate Juneteenth in Atlanta with free concerts, festivals, tours, art, and parades!
The federal holiday falls on Thursday, June 19th in 2025 — but there are special events on weekends before and after that date. Find a Juneteenth celebration on Father’s Day weekend
Head to a weekend festival
The links below take you to the event details.
Or, you can also browse our complete 2025 Guide to Summer Festivals in Atlanta.
See a NEW hip hop musical at Theatrical Outfit
Theatrical Outfit presents Young John Lewis, live on stage this June.
This is a world premiere hip hop musical, chronicling the early days of local legend and freedom fighter John Lewis.
It’s never before seen on stage — what a great opportunity for Atlanta audiences!
And thanks to TO’s commitment to making theater accessible to all, you can take advantage of the 15@$15 deal. At every show, there are at least 15 seats that sell for just $15, so you can treat dad to an outing on the cheap.
More info
View the Wonderland exhibit at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Alice’s Wonderland Returns is an amazing display that features huge topiary-like installations that reflect the classic tale of Wonderland. Unfortunately, we don’t have a discount for this one!
More info
These whimsical, larger than life pieces are on display at ABG. Photo: H. Brucker
Cool off in a FREE splash pad or sprayground
The splash pads and spraygrounds in Atlanta are a fun way for kids and grownups alike to cool off and play in the water, without going to a pool. No matter where you live in metro Atlanta, there is most likely a park with a water feature near you — and most of them are FREE. Don’t forget a towel and some dry clothing!
Find a free water feature near you
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Father’s Day gift card bonuses for 2025
Many restaurants are celebrating Dad by offering gift card bonuses and discounts.
Buy the gift card as a treat for your father or use it to save when you take the family out to dinner to celebrate the holiday.
All of the offers are available through June 15, 2025.
However, all bonus cards have date restrictions and/or limits, so review the fine print before clicking thru the links to buy.
Applebee’s
Let Applebee’s make dinner for Dad. Buy a $50 gift card and the restaurant will throw in a $10 bonus card for him.
Benihana
Cut it up with Dad at Benihana. Receive a $10 promotional card with the purchase of $50 in gift cards or, for more value, get a $60 promotional card with the purchase $200 in gift cards.
Chili’s
Does Dad enjoy Tex-Mex and margaritas? Treat him to lunch or dinner at Chili’s. Buy him a $50 gift card and get a $10 Bonus Card. The offer is only available online.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Need bagels for a Father’s Day brunch? All Einstein Bros. Bagels digital gift cards purchased online are 20% off.
IHOP
Hop over to IHOP for a Father’s Day breakfast or brunch. Buy a $25 gift card and get a $5 Bonus Card.
Marco’s Pizza
Pizza fans can score 10% off on e-gift cards at Marco’s Pizza — from June 9 to 15, 2025.
Panda Express
Get an $8 Bonus Card with the purchase of a $30 gift card online at Panda Express.
Subway
Slather on the savings, please! Enjoy a $5 eBonus Card with the purchase of a $25 gift card at Subway.
The Cheesecake Factory
Treat Dad to an extravagant lunch or dinner at The Cheesecake Factory. Purchase a $100 gift card and get a $20 Bonus eCard. Use the gift card to buy a cheesecake for a Father’s Day brunch or dinner at home.
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