Father’s Day is Sunday, marking a day to celebrate dads, grandfathers and paternal figures of all kinds.
Central Florida offers a number of ways to celebrate the special men in your life — from free admission to attractions to a “Dad Games” competition.
Here are some ideas for enjoying Father’s Day in the Orlando area.
Deals
Tank America is encouraging people to “skip the socks” and make Father’s Day unforgettable with a tank-driving experience in Orlando. More information: tankamerica.com
Central Florida Zoo provides free admission for dads and grandfathers Sunday. Each free admission must be accompanied by a paid admission; the deal is only valid at the gate. More information: centralfloridazoo.org
Dezerland Action Park offers buy-one-get-one-free passes for the Orlando Auto Museum and Karting Orlando on Father’s Day. More information: dezerlandpark.com
Airport Lanes, Aloma Bowl and Boardwalk Bowl have a deal with two free bowling games and shoe rental when accompanied by a paying child. More information: alomabowlingcenters.com
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Brevard Zoo offers dads free admission to the Melbourne attraction on Father’s Day accompanied by a paying child of any age. The deal is valid online or in person. More information: brevardzoo.org
Orange County Regional History Center gives free admission to dads, grandfathers and caretakers on Father’s Day when accompanied by their loved one of any age. The center is open from noon-5 p.m. June 15 at 65 E. Central Blvd. in Orlando. More information: thehistorycenter.org
Leu Gardens celebrates with free admission for dads on Father’s Day. Picnicking is now allowed within the gardens. More information: leugardens.org
Revolution Adventures, which offers ATV rides, water sports, archery, fishing and more in Clermont, allows dads to shoot for free at the clay shooting range on Father’s Day. The special can be booked online using the code FATHERSDAY. More information: facebook.com/RevolutionATV
Showcase of Citrus in Clermont lets dads take a free tour on a monster truck bus through native wetlands, citrus groves and Bigfoot territory. The deal can be reserved by calling the attraction at 352-856-0507. More information: showcaseofcitrus.com
Events
A Father’s Day Adventure Race in Little Big Econ State Forest invites fathers and participants of all ages for an adventure that includes trekking, biking, paddling and navigation. The race from FLX Adventures starts at 8 a.m. (check-in at 7 a.m.) Sunday at 2050 Snow Hill Road in Chuluota. More information: flxadventures.com
Enzian Theater hosts a Father’s Day program featuring “True Lies.” Dads can enjoy a beer on the house. Tickets are $12.50 each for the movie at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at 1300 S. Orlando Ave. in Maitland. More information: enzian.org
SAK Comedy Lab presents a special Father’s Day show, offering dads half-price admission. General admission is $20 or $10 for dads. Shows are at 1 p.m., 3:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sunday at 55 W. Church St., Suite 211, in Orlando. More information: sakcomedylab.com
Boxi Park Lake Nona offers a Father’s Day weekend celebration from June 12-15 with drink specials, painting, live music, bounce houses for the kids, themed crafts and more. Events happen daily with the biggest festivities from noon-9 p.m. Sunday at 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. in Orlando. More information: facebook.com
Dave & Busters hosts the second annual “Dad Games” competition starting at 11 a.m. Sunday. Dads and their families can go head-to-head in the ultimate arcade showdown. Participants are encouraged to wear matching shirts, team colors, face paint or themed costumes. Tickets ($31.93-$38.54 online) include a $20 “Power Card” for arcade games, access to the Game Day Bytes banquet, unlimited soft drinks and more. The dad and family with the highest average score win free gameplay for a year. More information: daveandbusters.com
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