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Last-minute ideas to celebrate Father’s Day

We’ve got dad-itude. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, and we’re here to help you show love to the parents in town.

June 10, 2025 • 
Laura Figi
A person leans over a pool table aiming a cue stick at a white ball, preparing to take a shot. The table has "SPARE BIRDIE" branding printed on the green felt. The venue features multiple pool tables, bar seating, and a high ceiling with exposed ductwork and purple ambient lighting. People are seated and mingling in the background, contributing to a lively and social atmosphere.

Just because it’s Father’s Day doesn’t mean you have to go easy on Dad. | Photo via Spare Birdie

Let’s face it, Austin dads make fatherhood look easy, and we’re here to help you celebrate the parents in your life this Father’s Day.

Round up the dads (or grandpas, father figures, and anything in between) on Sunday, June 15, and let us help you skip the Googling and get to partying.

Eat

BOA Steakhouse | Make no mi-steak — this upscale restaurant will serve up wagyu cigars with black garlic yuzu aioli, New York strip steaks, smoked cocktails, and more for Father’s Day. Make a reservation.

Locals Know BBQ Food Tour | Let Austin’s best pitmasters treat the family on EASTside ATX’s new tour, which runs every weekend and stops at la Barbecue, KG BBQ, Micklethwait Craft Meats, Mum Foods, and Parish Barbecue.

A white marble table topped with a martini with lavender and a daisy inside, a tiny vase of flowers, a bowl of muhammara and with pita triangles, and a glass of white wine.

The muhammara at Cafe Largesse is a must-try. | Photo by ATXtoday

Cafe Largesse | This picturesque, family-owned cafe will serve up the “Wake Up, Daddy!” sandwich — made with Fra’Mani Hot Honey glazed guanciale, spicy capicola, and a spiced egg — and treat dads to a free cup of coffee.

VERDAD True Modern Mexican | Order a $29 prime steak fajita + rib board, served with all the fixins and guacamole, in-house or to-go for your favorite father figure.

Play

Walk through Zilker Botanical Gardens | Bring the whole crew (including leashed pets) and a picnic to enjoy a day in the garden free of charge.

A stone wall inside Zilker Botanical Garden with a rock formation in the shape of the state of Texas.

You don’t have to shell out to spend some QT with dad at Zilker Botanical Garden. | Photo via @annakathleen16

Grill, Gusto & Gran Turism at Hotel Viata | Live music, bourbon tastings from Still Austin Whiskey Co., a chef-curated grill buffet, and test drives with Lamborghini Austin are on the table during this celebration of Father’s Day.

Father’s Day Game and Grub Bundle at Spare Birdie | Treat the fathers in your life to an hour of bowling or virtual gaming, plus a choice of three appetizers, with an $80 bundle for up to four people.

Tickets to Austin FC | Fans of both quality time and El Tree will be thrilled to receive tickets to an upcoming game at Q2 Stadium.