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 21, 2026.
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:
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- 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 2026 around metro Atlanta
Click thru the links for more info.
Enjoy these giveaways & free admission offers
♦ College Football Hall of Fame
Visit the Hall of Fame on Sunday, June 21st with dad. The first 100 dads at the box office get a $25 gift card from Home Depot, plus a FREE drink at the bar.
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 19th thru Sunday, June 21st. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on those days.
More info
PLUS, on Saturday, June 20th, families can play FREE indoor mini-golf at the Cobb Civic Center.
♦ North Georgia Wildlife Park
Dads get in on June 21st FREE with accompanying child and adult ticket purchase!
This venue is located in Cleveland, GA, so it would be a day trip.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details here or visit the website.
♦ Atlanta History Center
Friday, June 19, 2026 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
♦ Lowe’s
On June 20, 2026, Lowe’s is giving away a FREE grilling spatula to the first 150 customers at each store. The giveaway starts at 10 a.m. and continues while supplies last. No other purchase is necessary.
The giveaway is available to MyLowe’s Rewards members.
More info
♦ Fun Spot
On Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, Fun Spot has a BOGO offer. Buy a Single Day Ticket and get another for FREE, so you can treat dad to a day of fun.
Visit the website
♦ Walgreens – FREE photo print
From June 19 to 21, 2026, Walgreens is offering a FREE 8×10 photo print ($4.49 value) at participating locations — perfect timing for a Father’s Day gift (you just need a frame!)
No other purchase is necessary.
More info + how to redeem
Grab a great food deal
Check out these 2026 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.
More info
♦ 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 21, 2026, Hooters will offer $2.50 American draft beers and half-price seafood meals, while supplies last, at participating locations.
We did not verify participation, so call ahead to your location to verify the deal.
♦ Olive Garden
If you take Dad to Olive Garden, you can order from a select menu and then enjoy an extra take-home entrée for just $6.
Choose from Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti al Forno or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce.
♦ Jason’s Deli
On June 21st, Jason’s Deli Rewards members can get a FREE dessert with purchase.
There’s also a gift card bonus offer.
More info
♦ Sonny’s BBQ
On June 21st, Sonny’s BBQ Rewards members who dine in will receive a BOGO entree offer loaded to your rewards account for a future meal.
Valid at participating locations — so call ahead to verify.
♦ National Smoothie Day
This year, National Smoothie Day lands right on Father’s Day. So you can take dad out for a smoothie and get a freebie or special deal.
More info
♦ Order a family-style meal for pickup or delivery
The best way to save money on takeout is to order a family bundle.
These packaged, family-style meal options are far cheaper than ordering separate entrees for each family member. Bundles include pre-warmed meals as well as take-and-bake and reheat options.
More info
♦ Surcheros
This Father’s Day, at participating locations, loyalty members can score a $10 discount on Taco Kits, bringing the price down from the usual $40 and providing everything needed to build the perfect taco bar at home.
Visit surcheros.com
♦ Huddle House
If Dad has a sweet tooth, Huddle House has him covered. From Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21, 2026, loyalty members can celebrate the holiday weekend by claiming a free slice of pie or a Fried Waffle Basket.
♦ Golden Corral
As a special thank-you, Rewards Members who dine on Father’s Day will receive $5 off their next purchase of $25 or more, valid June 22 through July 3.
Disclaimer: To redeem your Father’s Day Bonus Offer, scan your Rewards QR code or upload your receipt in the Rewards app within 3 days of your visit. Offer valid one time only for dine-in or To Go purchases of $25 or more (before taxes and gratuity) from June 22 – July 3.
♦ Restaurants with gift card bonus offers
It’s the perfect opportunity to stretch your budget — by buying gift cards that come with a bonus card offer.
You can buy a retail or restaurant gift card to give away to Dad, and then use the bonus card for yourself.
Find a gift card bonus
Visit the Georgia Outdoor Festival & Expo
Saturday, June 20 & Sunday, June 21, 2026
Cherokee Veterans Park
Canton
FREE to attend!
Enjoy hands-on activities, expert-led seminars, and family-friendly fun all weekend long — including 3D archery, kids fishing, fly casting, trail hikes, and more.
More info
Head to a World Cup watch party or fan fest
With the FIFA World Cup in town, you’re seeing soccer energy everywhere — not just inside Mercedes‑Benz Stadium.
Neighborhoods, parks, and downtown streets are filled with fan festivals, watch parties, food events, and cultural celebrations that make the World Cup feel like a city-wide block party.
The big, official FIFA World Cup Fan Fest will be underway at Centennial Olympic Park on Father’s Day weekend.
There’s also the Decatur WatchFest, with concerts on the Square each day.
Smaller soccer-related events are also happening around town.
Find a World Cup event near you
Get 20% OFF the Space Explorers immersive exhibit
From June 17 to 21, 2026, you can get a 20% discount on family bundles to Space Explorers: The Infinite.
This bundle is for a maximum of 2 adults and at least one child (or more) and it brings the cost down to $21-$24 per person.
This is an immersive experience in virtual reality, inspired by NASA missions. You’ll embark on an expedition to the International Space Station, and discover what daily life in space is truly like. Space walk with astronauts and witness breathtaking views of our blue Earth from the vastness of space — all in VR.
Location: Pullman Yards 225 Rogers St NE Atlanta, GA 30317
Get tickets + more info
Take in the Drone & Light Show at Stone Mountain for FREE
Stone Mountain Park has put together a special Juneteenth tribute, called the Lift Every Voice Drone & Light Show.
Each night, from June 18 to 21, 2026 the drone & light show will be FREE. (Tickets are usually $5 for lawn seats.)
Keep in mind that parking is $20 per car at the park.
More info
Celebrate Juneteenth at a festival or special event
Celebrate Juneteenth in Atlanta with free concerts, festivals, tours, art, and parades!
The federal holiday falls on Friday, June 19th in 2026 — but there are special events on the weekend following as well. Most are family-friendly.
Find a Juneteenth celebration on Father’s Day weekend
Hang out at the Old Fourth Ward Arts Festival
June 20 and 21, 2026
Historic Fourth Ward Park
FREE
Browse art from 150+ vendors, enjoy great food and drink, and listen to acoustic music in this gorgeous urban oasis. There’s also a children’s play area.
More info
Catch the vibe at the Atlanta BeltLine Fest
June 20 and 21, 2026
Pittsburgh Yards
FREE
The Atlanta Beltline Fest is a NEW two-day cultural celebration, bringing together the energy of global football and the vibrant spirit of Atlanta.
The festival brings together residents and visitors for live World Cup match screenings, local food and retail vendors, music, dance and cultural performances, family-friendly activities, and immersive community experiences.
Details for BeltLine Fest
Spend time at a FREE outdoor 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 2026, you’ll find plenty of these outdoor events.
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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.
For just $3, you can see see an afternoon matinee of Buffalo Kids on Father’s Day.
More info on this film series
Cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers, run bases, and play catch on the field
On Father’s Day weekend in 2026, the Stripers take on the Louisville Bats at Coolray Field. It’s a series of three games, from Friday night (with fireworks!) through Sunday.
PLUS, on Sunday, June 21st, 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.
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 — on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21.
PLUS, there’s a huge Father’s Day Sale happening there!
More info
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
Have an immersive experience at Bubble Planet
This is an immersive family experience that lets you surround yourself with bubbles like never before, in a new take on the classic fun house.
Ten themed rooms give you a walk-through sensory experience.
Get more info + tickets
You’ll find:
• A massive ball pit (socks required)
• Balloon Ocean room — floor-to-ceiling inflatables that you “swim” through
• Interactive projections — rooms where your steps affect the environment (like creating digital water splashes)
• Optical illusions, created with projections and infinity mirrors
Location: Exhibition Hub Atlanta Art Center, 5660 Buford Hwy, Doraville, GA 30340
Visit Dinoverse: An Epic Journey to the Jurassic
This is a family exhibition where kids and adults can explore giant skeletons, interactive dino zones, and creative activities.
• Step through a time portal with a thrilling Virtual Reality experience and snap epic dino photos.
• Enjoy a spectacular Dino Hall featuring over 20 real fossils, including a giant Apatosaurus femur, and two towering dinosaur skeletons on display.
• Visit the Hands-on Discovery Zone, to explore fascinating dino science and uncover ancient secrets.
Get more info + tickets
Location: Exhibition Hub Atlanta Art Center, 5660 Buford Hwy, Doraville, GA 30340
Father’s Day gift card bonuses for 2026
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 21, 2026.
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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