Father's Day

Father’s Day Prayers To Say For Dad (And A Few For Husbands, Grandfathers, and Sons)

By Gathered Again

Introduction

Father’s Day is a special day to celebrate the fathers in our lives. But, with all the last-minute Father’s Day gift shopping, camping, cookouts, hotdogs, hamburgers, and presents, it can be easy to forget that fathers need prayer too.

Whether you pray for a hardworking father who has everything in life, you need a prayer for a father’s day dinner, or you’re thinking about a father who is no longer with us, these prayers are for you to use to honor and pray for your father.

Why we should pray for our fathers

God loves fathers and rewards them for their dedication, hard work, and selfless nature. Unfortunately, as children, we often take our fathers for granted until we grow up and have our own children. Then we fully understand how hard our fathers worked to provide for us and give us a good life.

Praying for our fathers serves a few purposes:

It sets aside time for us to think about the needs, struggles, and concerns our fathers might be going through.
It lifts our father up to God in prayer so we can ask God for his needs.

Prayer allows us to thank God for placing someone in our life who is so special to us.
It will enable us to take time to pray for someone who we might not pray for as often.

Affordable Father’s Day gifts are nice, but let’s not skimp on the Father’s Day prayers! Here are some ideas on praying for our fathers on this special day.

A Prayer For All Fathers

Dear God, thank You for our fathers. We are so grateful for the gift of our fathers. They are such an important part of our lives. We pray that You would bless our fathers. We pray that You will give them wisdom and strength. We pray that You would give them Your peace. We pray that You would surround them with Your love. We pray that You would bless their relationships with their wives and children. We pray that You would use them to make a positive difference in this world. In Jesus’ name, amen.

A Prayer For Your Father’s Physical Health

Dear God, I come before You today to pray for my father’s physical health. Help him to take care of his body in the ways You or his doctors have advised him. Give him an understanding of what it means to take care of himself and how that reflects the way You take care of him. Grant him the ability to make the choices that bring him health in body, mind, and spirit. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Pray For Your Father’s Spiritual Health

Father God, I pray for my father’s spiritual health. Please help him to see the truth in Your Word. Help him to be open to the things of the spirit, not just the things of the flesh. I pray that You’ll protect my father from the enemy’s attacks. Please surround him with Your love and protection. Guard him against depression and any other spiritual attacks. I know that my father is a flawed human being, but help him to see his need for You. Help him to turn to You and find forgiveness and salvation. I pray this in Your wonderful name, Jesus, Amen.

Pray For Your Father’s Relationships

Dear God, I thank You for my father and ask that You help him in all of his relationships. Please strengthen his relationship with mom, as well as his relationships at work. Help him to be a good example and a positive influence to all those he meets. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

A Prayer For Our Father’s Wisdom

Dear God, I pray for our father’s wisdom to guide the family. Help him to develop long-term goals that are worthy. Help him to realize the importance of the home and Your teachings. May his work glorify You and motivate all of us to pursue spiritual and righteous goals. I ask these things in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Prayer For My Father’s Strength

Dear God, I thank You for my father and the example he has been to me. Please help him to have the strength to carry on, knowing that You are with him wherever he goes and whatever he does. Help him to recognize the gifts You have given him and to use them to serve others. Give him the courage to face his weaknesses and the patience to understand his mistakes. And as he faces the challenges of this day, please be with him and protect him from harm. Thank You for this man who is doing his best to be a father, to raise me in Your way and according to Your commands. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Protection

Dear God, I come before You today to thank You for the influence my father has had on my life. I pray that You protect my father from all harm today and surround him with Your loving arms. Please give him the strength to face the challenges he faces today and a sense of peace as he ponders his role in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Provision

Father God, please hear my heart as I come before You in prayer. I ask that You would please bless my father with spiritual and financial provision. I thank You that You take care of us and that You will satisfy all of our needs. Help my father to be content in wherever You have placed him and to be willing to submit to Your plans for his life. In Christ, I have peace, and I pray this for my father too. Help him to be calm and peaceful as he goes through his day. Help him to have favor and opportunities come his way as You guide the hands of others. Help him to be more like You in character and in how he treats people. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

Pray for Your Father’s Work

God, I come before You today because my dad works very hard at a difficult job. Help him to be patient and to treat other people with kindness. If You see problems at his work, give him the ideas and courage to fix them. Help him to do his job in a way that glorifies You. Please guide his hands and give him the strength and safety to do the work You have given him. Help him to be wise and to know when to ask for help. Thank You for the gifts You have given him, including personality, talents, and strengths. Help him to use them in the ways You want him to. I pray this in Jesus’ Holy name, amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Joy

Thank You, Lord! I come before You today to thank You for your goodness and to pray joy upon my father’s life. I ask that You please fill his heart with overflowing joy, spread Your love through all that he does, and grant him contentment and peace. May all that meet him see Your hand in his life and rejoice and be glad. I thank You for this man that You have created, molded, and shaped. Help him to see the amazing legacy that You have for him and enable him to live in accordance with it. I ask these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

Prayers for a Father Who Is Struggling

Please, God, I come before You in prayer, asking for strength, courage, and wisdom for my father. Help him to overcome his weaknesses and to realize his strengths. Give him comfort, peace, joy, a sense of purpose, and hope for the future. Give him a renewed sense of love for You and a new enthusiasm for life. I pray for miracles bigger than even my father imagines. I pray this in the Savior’s name, amen.

A Prayer for Fathers Who Are in Heaven

Praise You, God! I’m praying to You today because I know that You can give me comfort. I’m praying for my father, who has passed from this world into the next. Please watch over him, God, and comfort him. Please be with him and give him joy in his new home in You. Help me to be patient, knowing that he is in the best place he could ever be, knowing that we will see each other again. I pray all of this in Your holy name, amen.

A Prayer for Fathers Who Are in Jail

Heavenly Father, I humbly pray to You today because I am missing my father. Right now, he is in jail because of the decisions that he has made. For that, I am heartbroken, and I am still praying for his change. I pray that You will watch over him and keep him safe. I pray that when he comes out, You will help him realize his mistakes and make changes. I pray that You will protect my mother, whose heart has been shattered by his wrong choices. I pray that You will help her Guide our family with strength and determination. I pray that You will watch over my siblings and me. I pray that You will make us strong and teach us to be better people just like You. I pray these things in Jesus’ Holy name, amen.

A Prayer for My Stepfather

Father God, I come before You in prayer to thank You for the life of my stepfather. When I was young, You blessed me by placing him in my life. Even when my own father was missing from our home, You provided me with wonderful memories through him. Thank You for the way You blessed him with talents and gifts. He was a good husband to my mother, a good father to his own children, and a good father figure to me. Help me to remember all the times You provided for us, and all the times You blessed us with Your grace. I ask that You continue to protect him and keep him. I pray these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

A Prayer for a New Father

Heavenly Father, I’m praying to You today for [father’s name], who is a new father today. Please help him to become the kind of father to his baby that You would have him be. Please give him the wisdom to know his own limitations and Your strength to overcome them when they crop up. Please make him aware of the next steps in getting more involved in the baby’s life. Please give him and his family the strength, understanding, and patience to deal with issues that may arise. In Your wisdom, You have blessed him with a child. In Your mercy, please help him become the father the child needs and that his family deserves. Amen.

A Prayer for Grandfathers

Dear God, I’m praying to You today for my Grandfather this father’s day. I ask that You please bless him with good health and strength. Please watch over him and keep him safe. Help him to be a good example to his family. Use him to serve You in ways that he may not even know.

Please soften his heart towards those he may have difficulties with. Forgive him for his shortcomings. May You richly bless him and my grandmother; please look over their children, grandchildren, and all of the people that they love. May You shower them with blessings and protection. In Jesus’s precious name, I pray, Amen.

A Father’s Day Prayer for My Son Who is a Father

Heavenly Father, I come before You in prayer as I do every day, but today my prayer is special. Today I pray for my son. My baby boy has become a father, and I am so happy for him. I pray that You will be with him and guide him as he grows into the best father and man he can be. Protect his relationship with his wife. May it be a foundation for all that they build together. Give them the flexibility to negotiate their roles and the ability to change as life requires. May they balance each other in terms of what each is able to give and do.

Guide them in their parenting style. Help them to understand and pass down Your wisdom and values, the wisdom and values You gave to me. Help them to discipline with strength, but also with tenderness. Help them to set boundaries and to stick with them. And when they are tired, to perhaps lean on others and accept help. I pray this in Your mighty name, Jesus, amen.

A Prayer for My Husband

Dear God, I’m praying to You today for my husband. He has been such a blessing to our family. He is a hard worker, and he puts his family first. My husband is a good man and a great father. Our children have so many wonderful memories because of the time he took to create adventures for them and to be present in their lives. I thank You for my husband and all that he does for our family.

Please continue to protect him, keep him safe, and guide his steps. Grant him wisdom and the ability to make good decisions. I pray that You will reward my husband for his sacrifices and contributions. May You continue to bless him and our family in abundance. Amen.

A Prayer for My Father-In-Law

Father God, I come before You in prayer to thank You for my father-in-law. Thank You for the strong influence he had on my husband. Thank You for the example You planted in his heart that he continues to follow. Help us to follow his example as well, even in the little things.

Help us to be as generous, kind, and patient as he is. Give us the same joy You have given him in parenting his grandchildren. Thank You for the gift of my father-in-law to my husband and children. I pray for continued health and happiness for him. Help us to follow Your will for our lives in happiness and health. Help us to be as fulfilled and happy as he is. In Jesus’ name, amen.

A Prayer of Thanksgiving for My Father

Thank You, God. I humbly pray to You today because my father taught me to work hard and strive for success. He taught me to be humble and gracious. He showed me by his own example how to follow You. I thank You for the example he set and the way he influenced my life for the better. I pray that You bless his life and his future endeavors. In Jesus’ name, I pray, amen.

Father’s Day Prayers Wrap-Up

Prayer is a powerful way to connect with your father on Father’s Day. By taking the time to pray, you can show your father how much you care about him and appreciate all he has done.

Praying for our fathers is a great way to show them how much we love and appreciate them. Let us all take some time to pray for our fathers on this Father’s Day.

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Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas

By Gathered Again

Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and if you are in the thick of life, you probably don’t have much spare time to think about or shop for gifts. So instead, you may want to consider giving a gift that will make dad feel special without spending a week’s worth of planning and strategizing.

Best of all, many of these ideas feel more thoughtful than what many people think of when they think “Father’s Day gift.”

Last-minute Father’s Day Gifts You Don’t Have to Make, and You Don’t Have to Get From a Store!

I know many people are scrambling for last-minute gift ideas for Father’s Day, but don’t worry – we have some great ideas for you! We have compiled this list of last-minute gifts.

In this first section, I’ll share some ideas that you don’t have to make yourself, and you don’t have to drive to a store to get. We live in extraordinary times, indeed!

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Nothing is more convenient than purchasing something you can print at home. With this set of Father’s Day coupons from our printable shop, you can print out a gift in just a few minutes that will look like you spent hours.

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We have coupons for tons of fun ideas that dad can cash in at his convenience. Some of these ideas include:

Snack of his choice
Afternoon nap
Breakfast in bed

Car wash
Homemade dinner
Day out of his choice

and tons more ideas!

Give the Gift of Audiobooks with Audible

If you’re looking for a gift that will make someone smile, give them the gift of audiobooks. There are so many different types of books available on Audible, from classics to new releases; there is something for everyone.

You can gift your dad a 12-month subscription to Audible, where he can pick out a new book each month. Additionally, he gets access to the Audible Plus library, including an exclusive Sherlock Holmes audiobook narrated by Stephen Fry!

If you have the type of dad who is always on the go (mowing the lawn, driving around, or hitting the gym), then audiobooks are a must!

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Amazon Print-At-Home Gift Cards

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Printable Father’s Day Cards

Speaking of Father’s Day cards, you have one of those, right? If not, I’ve got great news for you. Our printable shop has a few lovely Father’s Day card designs that you can download and print in just a few minutes. Don’t forget the Father’s Day jokes!

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Last-minute Homemade Father’s Day Gifts

What father wouldn’t love to receive a homemade gift for Father’s Day? Homemade gifts are thoughtful, personal, and show how much you care. Here are a few ideas:

Food Gifts

It’s safe to say that most dads have a foodie hidden inside them. So here are some of my favorite food gift ideas that you could quickly whip up for dad:

Homemade Steak Rub

Is your dad a grill master? This is the perfect gift for a Dad who loves steak! Combining some common herbs and spices can create a delicious rub that will last all year long. You can even use this as a gift idea for any occasion. Put it in a mason jar for a homey feel, or reuse a nearly empty spice jar you probably have in your spice cabinet.

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Homemade Jam

Jam has been around forever, but I think it’s time we brought back the art of making jam at home. It’s easy to do, and the results are always better than store-bought jams. The best part is if you make even a regular-sized batch, you’ll have some left over for yourself too!

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Homemade Candied Bacon

I’m not sure what it is about bacon, but everyone loves it. When I first heard of “candied bacon,” I was a bit put off by it, but after having it, I can assure you it is pretty delicious! The balance between sweet and salty is lovely. My favorite is maple candied bacon. This may qualify as my favorite candies.

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Homemade Hot Sauce

Hot sauce is another classic food gift that I am pretty sure every man likes. There are many different types, from simple pepper sauces to spicy habanero hot sauces with mango flavors infused. The best part is that we’re so conditioned to buy it from the store that we never really think about how easy it might be to make.

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Homemade Candied Nuts

If you’ve ever tried making candy before, then you know that it’s super fun and rewarding. So for Father’s Day, why not try making some candied nuts? They’re great on their own, but they also make a fantastic addition to any dessert or salad!

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Batch of Cookies

Cookies are one of those things that I think everyone should learn how to make. If you don’t have baking experience, I recommend starting with something simple like chocolate chip cookies. A good cookie recipe in your repertoire can be a vast life-saver come the holiday season!

Want the cookie recipe that we use at our house? These cookies always come out amazingly!

Here’s a picture of one of the batches we made where we added rainbow sprinkles:

This is a photo of 2-dozen rainbow-sprinkle chocolate chip cookies. — These are the homemade chocolate chip cookies we made. We added rainbow sprinkles per our kids’ request.

Homemade Tortuga Rum Cakes

When my husband and I went to the Bahamas on a vacation (too many years ago now!) we got to enjoy a fun treat: Tortuga Rum Cakes! Don’t worry, depending on how you choose to make it, all the alcohol is cooked out in the process. Recently, my husband surprised me by baking two of these cakes for a family gathering we were hosting and they were surprisingly simple.

Here’s the recipe he used:

Here’s a picture of the almost finished product. You’re supposed to flip the cake out of the pans, and all of the yummy nuts will be on top. We weren’t planning to post pictures of it on here, which is why we don’t have any pictures of the cake being presented nicely. Sorry about that!

Two non-alcoholic rum cakes still in the bundt cake pans. — These are two non-alcoholic rum cakes my husband made for a family gathering.

Homemade Fudge (so easy!)

Fudge is one of those desserts that I think everyone should master. It can satisfy even the most intense sweet tooth. It’s so easy to make that anyone can do it. There are legitimately good 2-ingredient fudge recipes! It doesn’t get any easier.

This is the 2-ingredient recipe I used recently. One note, I suggest using milk chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. Semi-sweet chips were too rich for me.

Handmade Craft Gifts

If you’re a person who prefers giving a gift with some longevity, then handmade crafts are a fantastic option. Not only are they unique, but they can also be used repeatedly. Here are a few of my favorites:

Create a DIY Project

Whether it’s something functional and more involved like a phone caddy or something decorative like salt-dough decorations. DIY projects are an excellent opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get your hands working!

Write a Heartfelt Letter

While a letter isn’t implicitly “crafty,” it is a blank canvas for you. A handwritten note is so rare that it might be the most thoughtful gift on this list. Feel free to decorate it in whatever way feels authentic and special to you or your dad. For example, does he have a favorite sports team? Why not use his favorite team colors to decorate it.

Decorate a Photo Frame

Photo frames are a great “short-cut” DIY project. You can get a basic wooden photo frame from almost any store. After that, you just need to adhere any decorations that make it personalized to your dad. Also, don’t forget to include a super-cute picture of the two of you.

Make a Personalized Bookmark

If your dad likes to keep it old school with paper books (who doesn’t love the smell?), he likely needs a bookmark so he doesn’t go to “dog ear” jail. Bookmarks are a great way to add a personal touch to someone’s reading material. A bookmark will help him keep his place while he reads and give him a little reminder of you each time he picks it up.

Make a Memory Board

A memory board is a great way to show off all the memories you have together as a family. Whether you want to create a collage of photos or a collection of other memories, this is a great way to express your appreciation for your father.

Last-Minute Activities to Plan for Father’s Day

There are plenty of last-minute activities to plan for Father’s Day. The critical thing is to make sure that your dad is available when you want to do the activity. Father’s Day may not be the most convenient time if he’ll be visiting with a lot of family.

Family Game Night

I’m a big fan of family game nights (I think they’re essential for family bonding), especially when there’s pizza involved. This is a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your dad and play games. See if you can find out what games he might have enjoyed playing as a kid or games he played with you as a kid.

Family Movie Night

Family movie night is another excellent idea for a last-minute activity. First, find a movie he would enjoy watching with you guys and set aside a night where you can watch it together. Then, again, consider finding out what movies he enjoyed when he was younger or films he might have watched with you as a kid. Warning: tears may be shed (looking at you, Homeward Bound!).

Make a Picnic Lunch

It’s always nice to take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life and relax outdoors. So make a picnic lunch for yourself and your dad, and head outside for some fun in the sun. It’s also an excellent chance to talk about anything and everything under the sun.

Plan an Outdoor Adventure

Whether you’re planning an overnight camping trip or a relaxing hike at a state park, this is an excellent opportunity to bond with your dad over nature. Make sure to pack lots of water for yourselves.

Final Thoughts

Father’s Day is a beautiful occasion to celebrate your relationship with your dad; these ideas are a great way to show him how much you appreciate him. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to show him how special he truly is!

The best part is that this is also a great way to break out of the traditional “gift-giving mindset” and show your dad how much you care about him. It’s also not a bad way to brush up on new skills!

10 Activities to Do with Dad for Father’s Day Week

By Gathered Again

Only once a year do we get to celebrate the true heroes in our lives, our Dads. They, who sacrificed their time to provide for what we need and to ensure we lead happy lives, all deserve a day and more to be thanked for all that they’ve done for the family.

Whether your dad’s a serial sports junkie, a lover of music and arts, or a relaxed and laidback guy who best enjoys his morning with a cup of coffee in one hand and a sheet of newspaper on the other, we’ve listed all the fun activities for Father’s Day, so you can have the best time with him, all week long.

Father’s Day Activities to Do with Dad

Wondering about the different types of activities you can do with Dad to celebrate the entire week of Father’s Day? Keep on reading for 10 of our ideas and recommendations that will make Dad smile.

Host a Movie Marathon

Everybody loves a good movie night. And when you’re trying to celebrate your dad’s special occasion, it wouldn’t hurt to let him take the reins and have him choose a film of his liking for once.

Grab some popcorn, some snacks, and buckle up for an exciting marathon with the family. Sure you may be in for an action-packed treat, a sports showdown, or whatever it is that suits your dad’s fancy, but if that’s what’ll make him happy, why not? For sure, he’ll feel special and loved with an activity like this that you all planned for him.

Play Games All Night Long

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We all know our Dads are huge kids-at-heart. On his special Father’s Day Week, hosting a thrilling family game night is a wonderful idea that will have you all laughing to your happy hearts’ content all night long. You can choose to play a classic round of Charades or an inquisitive game of Who Am I. Either way, any of these are guaranteed to give you hours of non-stop fun, so as long as you have the time, why not play more? Besides, the more the merrier, right?

Treat to a Delicious Homemade Dinner

You know the saying “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach?” This quote proves to be true, especially when you’re making Dad a special dish you made with love for him on Father’s Day. After all, food is a great way to express your love and appreciation towards someone, so we’re sure Dad will feel just the same from your efforts, if not more.

Whether it be by recreating his favorite meal or researching recipes that he will surely love, celebrations are always best enjoyed with food, so this one is a definite no-brainer.

Have a Sports Day

If your Dad’s a big sports fan, but he hasn’t been able to play or watch his games due to his busy schedule, then a fun sports day with the family might just be what he needs to set the ball rolling. Whether you choose to play basketball, football, or even just a fun simple game of catch, spending your afternoon playing the sport he likes may make him feel appreciated by the people he loves the most.

Give him a Lazy Day

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Just because Dad is an adult, doesn’t mean he doesn’t need a rest day. Even if it seems like he’s managing fine on his own, of course there would still be days when he’d prefer to slack off and do nothing. So in celebration of Father’s Day, why not give him this thoughtful present that will make him feel like he’s appreciated?

That’s right, prepare to delegate some chores and get to work, because Dad’s lazy day means you’re on call. If you truly want this to be a chillout day for your dad, you’re going to need to pull out all the stops so he won’t have to think about taking over. Make sure he’s able to rest easy knowing you’ve got everything covered and that he really doesn’t need to do anything. If the point is to get him to relax and not worry about anything, you know what you have to do to make that happen, right?

Host a Barbecue

A backyard BBQ? Oh yeah, nothing tickles your dad’s fancy as much as meat and grilling does. On the weekday or weekend of your choice, stock up on some pork and beef and have a fun intimate barbecue with the family alongside your Dad’s choice of drink.

Go Camping

Exploring the wilderness is most definitely a thrilling experience for us, but this is most especially true for our Dads. To make your Father’s Day celebration all the more fun and exciting, simply pick a spot, and choose a viable place to host your camping trip.

We all know how much they enjoy fishing among other outdoor activities, too, so bonus points if you find a place that caters to all your Dad’s other hobbies. Either way, doing so will not only make your father happy on his special day, but also create a beautiful bonding time for everyone involved.

Have an At-Home Spa

Who said only women enjoy a refreshing R&R session? For Father’s Day, instead of assuming your dad doesn’t want that nice massage or foot spa, give them exactly what he needs to turn his day around and host a mini spa at home.

Take out your essential oils, and start by making the place smell divine and refreshing. Set up a good mood lighting around the house with the help of candles and warm lights, and book a masseuse to guarantee the best, most relaxing experience for Dad. Who knows? It may just be exactly what he needs to make his day.

Garage and Car Cleaning.

Dads are more often car enthusiasts, and they love hanging around in the garage. They love to tinker around with their tools and create or fix things around the house. If this is the case for your dad, why not give his most prized possessions the type of cleaning and organization they deserve?

Okay, perhaps we’re exaggerating a little bit there, but we’re sure you agree that the car and garage both need a little TLC. In preparation, bust out the tools, equipment, and organizers that will truly make his space a sight to behold. We also know your dad’s car is one of the things he uses everyday to get to and from work or to run errands for the house, so it’s only a must to include this in your cleaning and organization project, too.

Work on a Project Together

Perfect for families with small children, this activity is the best way to get your little kids involved and get them to bond together with Dad. Know what we’re talking about? Of course, this one is about hosting a project-making session with the family.

Depending on their age and interests, the projects can range from something as simple as coloring in a page with Dad and the kids, or something as free and creative as making your own DIY project. Whichever route you go, this is something that the kids will definitely enjoy doing, as they show their dad how much they love him.

Conclusion

Just like Mom, Dad needs to have a day that’s all about him, and the rest of the family showing their love and appreciation for all that he does. It would be best to plan ahead and make sure you get a full week of fun activities lined up so you and your Dad can have the best time together.

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30 Father-Daughter Activities You Both Can Enjoy

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To any loving father, his daughter is a little princess who means the world to him. To a daughter, he is her real-life superhero who will be there for her throughout. Having that strong father-daughter bond and relationship plays a huge role in a child’s growth. A father’s mere presence and guidance will boost her self-esteem, self-confidence, perspective, and opinions on men. On the other hand, a father spending time with her little girl can relieve stress and boost dopamine—the reward and motivation part of the brain. So, as much as possible, spend that father-daughter quality time. Catch up and make the most of your get-together by strengthening your relationship and creating memorable moments.

There are a lot of bonding activities fathers and daughters can do, whether it’s Father’s Day or a regular Saturday. If you’re a daughter looking to find activities to do with your dad on Father’s Day, a momma planning a special day for her daughter and husband, or a father looking to connect and bond with your little girl, this article is for you!

Father-Daughter Bonding Activities for Children

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Go to a Carnival

Any girl, especially younger ones, would love to go to a carnival. It’s also a chance for Dad to relive his childhood. Both can enjoy various rides, such as carousels, bump cars, or even roller coasters, if they’re adventurous enough to do so. Aside from that, ice cream, cotton candy, and anything sweet and delicious from one of the food stalls is like the ultimate treat!

Playing some carnival games, such as frisbee toss, balloon and darts, basketball, bottle stand, bulldozer, and the likes are also fun activities to do. Who knows? You may be lucky enough to bring home that biggest teddy bear as a prize. Having a sweet daddy-daughter date at the carnival will definitely make a great day to spend together.

Whip Up the Kitchen

Bonding through kitchen activities is a great way to expose your daughters in the kitchen, and develop their skills to become the master chef in the family. If Dad is a natural cook or wants to develop new skills in the kitchen, it’s also the perfect time to let your daughter whip up the kitchen with you! Try out a new dish together or teach her a special family recipe. Alternatively, you may just cook or bake something delish for the whole fam for lunch or dinner.

Go Camping

If the weather and the condition permits it, a little father-daughter campout is a great way to expose the little one outdoors. Visit your family’s go-to campsite or Dad’s favorite spot near the mountains or the park, or you may stay nearer and camp out by your backyard. Grab some sleeping bags and tents.

Alternatively, you and your little girl may prepare an indoor fort in the living room, using extra linens, comforters, and pillows, and transform your living room into a campsite. Don’t forget to prepare your camping snacks, stories, and games to make the camping experience more memorable!

Bike Riding

Another simple, yet meaningful father-daughter bonding moment you can do is to ride a bike around your neighborhood or the nearest park, and do a few rounds. It does not only serve as an exercise for both of you, but it allows you to catch up and talk about anything under the sun.

If your daughter doesn’t know how to ride a bike, then this is the perfect opportunity to teach her how! Guide and support her until she can balance the bike on her own. For sure, it would be a proud dad moment when she’s able to ride a bike on her own.

Hit the Pavement

Make the most of the perfect sunny weekend afternoon by grabbing your roller skates, and hit the pavement! Skating around, hand-in-hand, while the little one learns how to balance by herself is a memory both of you will surely treasure. You may also do this bonding activity during winter when the ground freezes, and it’s time for ice skating.

Color Together on Father’s Day

Who said you needed to go outside the house to spend an enjoyable day with each other? If you or your little girl is the creative and artistic type (which we’re sure she is!), then this activity is perfect for basking in the beautiful bond you have with each other. Simply spend the afternoon filling in these My Dad and Me Coloring pages and have fun deciding which colors to put on.

Regardless of which combinations you end up going for, this small and simple activity you can do indoors is a great way to celebrate the holiday.

Explore a New Place

This father-daughter activity is perfect if you’re both outgoing, and love to explore and discover new things and places! There may be a new restaurant or cafe downtown you might want to check out, or a shop your daughter would love to visit. This is the sign that you’re looking for! Check them out, and explore what’s in store for the both of you.

Attend or Watch a Sports Game

It’s definitely one of the best father-daughter bonding activities! Never miss out on supporting your favorite team or league by watching their games! Is Dad an avid fan of a team? Surprise him with tickets to watch the game live!

Are you guys on the same boat or rooting for rival teams? Either way, watching a sports game, whether at home or live, is a father-daughter activity you both can enjoy.

Learn Something New Together

Every single day is an opportunity to learn and discover something new. Why not utilize the time you have together by bonding over new learning or discovery?

There are tons of resources online you can check out, such as video tutorials, online recipes, how-to blogs, and so much more! All you need to do is surf the web for do-it-your-own activities that you’ll both enjoy doing.

Go to a Museum

A museum daddy-daughter date is both recreational and informational. Dads can teach their daughters about art, history, and life, as the art- or history-loving dad can appreciate the works in the museum. It’s a win-win situation.

However, if going out and physically exploring a museum is not feasible for you, don’t worry because you may still visit several museums around the world without leaving your house! There are museums that are virtually open for you to visit and explore. This can also be an alternative if you both miss going out and traveling to other places.

Break Out the Board Games

This is one of the classic father-daughter bonding activities you can both enjoy. Get those all-time favorite board games, such as Scrabble, Monopoly, chess, and other innovative child-friendly games. To make game night more exciting, give a corresponding consequence to whoever loses—a piggyback ride, a free massage, or a sweet treat to your favorite ice cream shop.

Do Science Experiments

If your little princess is as curious as a cat, and wants to discover something new as if she’s a scientist, this activity is for you. Teach and do science experiments, and you can both learn something new at the end of the activity. Here’s a list of science experiments you can do and its respective tutorial how to do such:

Take Her to the Gardens

If you’re a plantsman or are interested in horticulture, hone your daughter to have a green thumb early by teaching her how to cultivate your garden. This can teach her the art of patience, and it’s also a great way to share a hobby with her.

This simple trip to the backyard, planting some flowers and fruit-bearing plants can be so satisfying, especially when your plants come in full bloom and ready to be harvested.

Make and Fly a Kite

If the weather calls for you to do some quality time together outside, try this activity out. Make and design your own kite, which is easy art you can both do. All the materials you’ll need can be found in your house! After which, you may go to your backyard or the park to fly those kites up high ‘til they reach the sky.

Read All About it

Reading storybooks with your daughter is a memorable bonding moment you can both enjoy, too! Reading her favorite bedtime story, and tucking her into sleep is an intimate moment you’ll find peace in as a father.

Alternatively, you can also bond over making your own storybook! Collaborate with her while she’s still in her creative and imaginative stage, and let’s see where your story will take you. Will you be writing fairy tales or will you be delving into mysterious fiction?

Have a “Can’t Say No” Day

Are you familiar with the “Can’t Say No Challenge” videos on YouTube? Why not do it with your daughter as well?

Let your little girl take the lead, and give her the freedom to do whatever she asks. Remember, you must always say yes to her challenges (as long as it’s safe for both of you, of course). Can you imagine what adventure this will bring you both? Brace yourself, and have fun all day with this challenge!

Father-Daughter Activities for Tweens and Teens

When you have a tween or teen, her likes and preferences change compared to when she was younger. Nevertheless, she will never trade anything for your bonding activities. These are some father-daughter activities you both can enjoy.

Have a Dinner Date

Dads are never truly ready to admit that their little girls are becoming young ladies, which is why a dinner date with their tween is extremely special and important for both.

For girls, their dads are their first and best example of what a good man should be. So, it’s important for Dad to show her that she should be treated, loved, and adored just like the princess she is in his eyes.

Book a reservation at a favorite restaurant or prepare a fancy dinner at home. You can even ask mom’s help with the preparation. No matter if this is a dinner date for Dad or for a daughter, this activity would surely be memorable for both.

Play a Father’s Day Trivia Game

Now that your daughter’s grown, she is ready to become your challenger in this game of Father’s Day trivia the both of you will surely enjoy. Make sure to prepare for a fun and friendly competitive game, because we doubt she’ll go easy on you.

Nature Tripping

This may serve as a mini-retreat as you immerse yourselves in nature. Go on a hike, camp out, or climb a mountain. Refrain from using your gadgets, and be one with nature for the whole day while spending time together.

Video Game Marathons

Bond over a marathon of video games. This is perfect if you both want to have a laidback and chill father-daughter moment. Head on to the living room, turn on those game consoles, and play your favorite video game together!

Another option is to host a tournament or a party room on your favorite game on your mobile devices. For example, you may create a room in mobile games, like Uno or Among Us.

Karaoke Sing-Along

Do both of you have the same taste in music? Or are you fans of musicals and de-stress by singing the night away with your favorite songs?

A karaoke sing-along at home is a great daddy-daughter bonding moment! You only need your laptops or televisions, good speakers, and a prop mic. There are a lot of karaoke song videos for you to choose from online. It’s best paired with beef jerkys and refreshing drinks.

Watch a Concert Together

Following the previous activity, you may want to watch a concert of your favorite artist or band together! Does Dad have a favorite band when he was a teenager? Surprise him with concert tickets for both of you to watch! Does your daughter go gaga over a pop artist? Take her to see her favorite singers live! Watching a concert together is a fun and memorable way to bond, get closer, and understand each other better.

Father’s Day Word Search

Can’t get enough of the word search puzzles in the newspaper? Just in case you didn’t have an activity for Father’s Day yet, spending the afternoon together through this Father’s Day Word Search may just be what you’re looking for. Not only does this ignite your brain cells in this fun competitive sport, the words and themes in this mini-game also remind you of what truly makes this day special.

Be Active Together

Are you both active and into workouts? Have a fun workout date, and hit two birds with one stone. You’re catching up while also taking care of both your physical health.

Take a trip to the nearest gym, or do home workouts where it’s more convenient and fun for you. You can also create a family workout routine together, and teach the rest of the family, or follow routines from trainers online. It can be a whole event or a weekly father-daughter activity. Don’t forget to do some pre- and post-workout stretching, and stay hydrated!

Go Thrift Shopping

There are a lot of good finds when you go thrift shopping. It’s like a grown-up treasure hunt at your local shops. Most teenage girls (any girl, really) love shopping, but not all dads do.

Thrift shopping can be fun, though, especially if you like finding (and wearing) designer pieces for half the price. Items, such as home decor, books, and fashionable pieces, are some of the bounties you can get here. This activity can be a teaching moment about finances and budgeting, as you both buy quality items without breaking your wallets too much.

Jump the Waves

Are you the type of father-daughter duo who get a daily dose of vitamin sea by jumping into the waves or chasing the sun by the seashore? Then, this quality bonding moment is right for you!

Go to your favorite beach spot or explore a new beach nearby, if time permits. Don’t forget to bring your sunscreen, sunnies, and take pictures together as a memento.

Movie Night

Make some popcorn, and prepare the room for a father-daughter movie night. Catch the newest movie in town, bingewatch a series you’re both interested in, or watch some classic father-daughter-themed movies. This is a perfect way to slow down time and de-stress from work and school.

Teach or Learn Self-Defense Together

As daughters start to be more independent and older, knowing self-defense practices can be beneficial to them. This skill can come in handy when fortuitous events come along the way, and it can build character as well. Also include simple tips and hacks to fight back if someone harasses her or when there’s a burglar around.

Also, have her memorize emergency hotlines to help her, especially if you’re not around to protect her. Aside from that, learning new techniques for self-defense together broadens your skills and knowledge, and also provides a fun activity.

Be Volunteers for a Day

Lend a hand and share the love by becoming volunteers for a day with your daughter. There’s nothing more meaningful than sharing your blessings to the less fortunate and to those who need it the most.

You may give some food and care packages to the homeless, to shelters, and to charities and organizations. Surely it would make their day and warm their hearts. Alternatively, you can also clean your closets, and donate those to the less fortunate.

Have a Heart-to-Heart Talk

Having a heart-to-heart talk with your daughter is a meaningful father-daughter activity. Spare some time, and just talk about anything under the sun—may it be about life, academics, or relationships.

Ask her how she’s been, if something’s bothering her, or if she’s having difficulty in school or elsewhere. Asking about her well-being and understanding her perspectives can help her swim back to the shore if she’s drowning inside with her problems and thoughts.

Take this opportunity to listen to her deeper thoughts without prejudice and judgments. Make her feel that you are with her to hold her hand if she’s having a rough time. This can also help make your daughter know that her thoughts and feelings are listened to and valid, resulting in her opening up and sharing more of her thoughts.

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Conclusion

For daughters, simple moments like these show how their dad is making an effort to extend the extra mile just to spend time with her.

For dads, seeing their daughter making an effort to be with them no matter how old she is, is a heartwarming gesture. A father-daughter bond is irreplaceable and more special than other relationships in this world.PS. Still looking for a great Father’s Day card that shows your love and appreciation for your old man? Head on over to our Etsy shop where you can download a copy.