Wondering what there is to do for Father’s Day in Wichita or what to get the special guy in your life? This year the holiday falls on Sunday, June 16 and there are plenty of ways to spend time with dad or find the perfect gift at one of Wichita’s shops, attractions or restaurants.
Take a look at our Father’s Day guide for inspiration on how to celebrate dad in Wichita, the Heart of the Country.
Recreation and Gaming
Throw some blades with dad at Axe to Grind and Blade & Timber, or head to Bliss Climbing and Fitness to experience Wichita’s only full-service indoor rock-climbing gym. You can also get active with dad at one of our Wichita golf courses, head out to play disc golf, or rent fun outdoor recreational equipment at Boats & Bikes.
Spend time with dad on the lanes. Bowlero Northrock offers 48 lanes and Bowlero Northridge has 36 lanes at its bowling complex. The indoor/outdoor Chicken N Pickle entertainment venue is a great place to celebrate Father’s Day. Strike up a game of pickleball and indulge in their Sunday brunch buffet. Topgolf Wichita offers climate-controlled hitting bays for dad and the rest of the family to take aim and swing at outfield targets. Plus, the entertainment venue has TVs throughout for a sports bar atmosphere.
Head to Dave and Buster's and play everything from classic arcade games to exclusive new games while enjoying great food and cold beer. Also find arcades All Star Sports, All Star Adventures and The Arcade.
See Talented Athletes
Buy tickets to a Wichita Wind Surge game and get dad some team gear at the merchandise shop at Riverfront Stadium. Call ahead to see if the Wichita Baseball Museum is open and pop in to see historical artifacts showcasing Wichita’s baseball history.
Take the dad in your life out to the ballgame for Athlete Unlimited’s Father’s Day celebration on June 16. The 2024 Athletes Unlimited (AU) Pro Softball AUX Season, intense competition featuring professional softball players competing in 18 games across two weeks, is taking place in Wichita June 10-25 at Wichita State University’s Wilkins Stadium. In addition to incredible competition, AU is also delivering a lineup of entertainment and promotions throughout the 16-day competition. AU's Father's Day celebration, which will take place during the noon and 2:30 p.m. games, will offer a chance to play catch on the field. Make sure to bring your glove and head out to the field with dad for a lively game of catch. Plus, the first 250 fans in attendance will receive a Koch Industries seat cushion and players will be signing autographs after the second game.
Later this month, treat dad to one of the oldest and most historic USA Boxing national tournaments, the National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival. Taking place June 24-29 at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center, see the nation’s best up-and-coming boxers take to the ring. Tickets are on sale now.
Explore a Museum Exhibit
Check out Wichita museums, especially the Museums on the River, or one of the city’s exciting attractions. Some attractions have deals for dad for their special day. The Cosmosphere International SciEd Center & Space Museum is offering buy one get one on all-access mission passes on June 16 and dads can check out the Father’s Day Car Show at the Sedgwick County Zoo.
Be sure to check out the 2024 Sunflower Summer program for free admission to 19 attractions in Wichita this summer for those with K-12 grade Kansas students. And check out our guide for more ideas on affordable family fun.
Shop for a Unique Gift
For the motorcycle lover, check out the region’s biggest selection of Harley products, new and pre-owned bikes, parts and merchandise at Twister City Harley-Davidson. Dads are sure to love Wichita SCHEELS filled with hunting, fishing and camping gear.
Find the perfect style of hat from more than 50 brands at Hatman Jack’s, where you’ll also find wallets, gloves and other accessories. If dad loves to fire up the grill, he’ll love the wide selection of grilling tools and accessories at All Things Barbecue.
You’ll find plenty more specialty shops across Wichita as well as major shopping centers where you can shop for art, antiques, home décor, clothing, food gifts and more. For the popcorn lovin’ dad, find savory flavors such as jalapeño cheddar at The Popcorner (East and West) and sweet varieties including caramel and chocolate at Kernel’s Popcorn Express. For a unique gift, shop for specialty items at Viva La Olive. From popcorn to chocolate and nuts, you’ll find something for every taste and every budget when you shop Wichita’s specialty foods purveyors.
Drinking and Dining
This could be a great time to start the Wicked Brew Tour, a passport tour that rewards your visits to breweries and coffee shops with prizes like a limited-edition T-shirt.
You can’t go wrong with giving dad a gift certificate for one of the more than 1,200 restaurants in Wichita, from food truck grub to fine dining options. Wichita’s breweries and wineries have to-go options, as well as fun taproom settings and tasting events.
Special Events
Sometimes the best gift is time. Build your celebration around spending time together at one of these Wichita events happening around Father’s Day weekend:
- June 6 – Aged Spirits For Dad at Mark Arts
- June 10-25 – 2024 Athletes Unlimited (AU) Pro Softball AUX Season at WSU's Wilkins Stadium
- June 14 – Summer Music Series at Chicken N Pickle
- June 15 – Annual Fly In at Stearman Field Bar and Grill
- June 15 – Dad's Day Out at All Things Barbecue
- June 15 – Day of the Dad Motorcycle Show at Twister City Harley-Davidson
- June 15 – Jeeps Motorcycle Club Park City Supercross at Jeeps Motorcycle Club
- June 15 – Tanganyika Wildlife Park Twilight Tour at Tanganyika Wildlife Park
- June 16 – Father’s Day BOGO Sale at Cosmosphere
- June 16 – Father's Day Brunch at Stearman Field Bar and Grill
- June 16 – Father's Day Car Show at the Sedgwick County Zoo
- June 16 – Pickleball with Pops Pickleball Tournament at Chicken N Pickle
- June 16 – The Dad Games at Dave and Buster's
- June 17 – GROW Plantiversary Party at GROW Plant Bar
- June 24-29 – National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center
If these events sound like the perfect fit for your dad, Wichita has plenty of other things to do. Be sure to check the calendar of events for all the great events and activities happening during Father’s Day weekend.