Celebrate Father's Day in York
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Celebrate Father's Day in York
Spoil your Dad this Father’s Day in York! You’re sure to find some excellent activities to surprise him with, from some incredible days out to memories and gifts he can cherish forever, there are so many ways to treat your dad in York and beyond.
Whatever his interests, you will find the perfect day out. For the sightseeing dad, visit some of York’s top attractions and tick off some of the best places to see in the city. York is home to everything from museums, theatres, and galleries to hidden gems, must see attractions and iconic historic buildings.
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Father's Day Events in York
See all Father's Day Events in YorkCelebrate Dad in Style: Exciting Father's Day Events Await in York!
Self-Guided City Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt…
Go Quest Adventures - Self-Guided Interactive Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game
Explore the streets of York's city centre, unlocking a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles & completing …
Drive your own boat!
Self-Drive Boat Hire in York
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Fancy driving your very own boat?Try your hand at skippering your own vessel by …
York’s Only Boat Tour
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
Delicious Fine Dining
See all Fine DiningYou can be sure that a delicious meal will be a great Father’s Day Treat because the way to Dad’s heart is through his stomach.
The Black Swan at Oldstead
Nestled on the edge of the North York Moors between the impressive Byland Abbey ruins and the Kilburn White Horse, The …
Legacy at The Grand, York
At Legacy, we craft an experience like no other, where whichever path you choose, you’ll experience tastes of the three…
Exciting Street Food
See all Street FoodDiscover independents, or enjoy the thriving street food scene that York has to offer.
NaNa Noodles Bar
Join us for a delightful lunch at NANA Noodle Bar, located in York's iconic Shambles Market! Savour the flavours of our…
Mr Chippy York
Mr Chippy York is a renowned and beloved fish and chip shop located in the heart of York, England. With a rich history …
Thai Season
SAWASDEE KHA (Hello) everyone! If you’re looking for mouth-watering, authentic Thai street food, you’ve found it - righ…
Shambles Kitchen
National acclaimed Pulled Pork sandwiches and street food. We cook everything from scratch each day. We have a few seat…
Pubs, Bars & Beer Gardens
See all Eat & DrinkRaise a Glass to Dad: Discover the Best Pubs and Bars in York for Father's Day Celebrations!
The Chopping Block at Walmgate Ale House
The Chopping Block is the creation of chef proprietor Michael Hjort, the founder and owner of Melton’s, one of York’s l…
The Cut & Craft
The Cut & Craft York is our original location and retains the timeless elegance and beauty of the historic building…
The Cross Keys
You'd be hard pushed to find a finer real ale pub in Goodramgate York. In fact, we believe The Cross Keys is unrivalled…
The Abbey Inn at Byland
Awarded Sustainable Pub of the Year in the Gastro Pub Awards 2025 and Best Sunday Roast in the U.K by The Good Food Gui…
Get Active
See all Get ActiveThe beautiful city and bountiful green spaces in and around York provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable Father's Day filled with exciting activities.
York Cycling Tours
Explore the ancient city of York on our award winning bike tour with an entertaining, knowledgeable guide. York Cycling…
York Footgolf
Footgolf is the UK's biggest outdoor craze, combining football and golf to make a brilliant, family friendly activity w…
Race Across the World: The Experience York
Take on the ultimate high-stakes foot race, the official live experience of the hit TV show! No maps. No public transpo…
Sandburn Hall Golf Course
The Par 72, 6700 yard course set in beautiful Vale of York countryside is designed to challenge golfers of all abilitie…
Tours & Guides
See all Tours & GuidesUnlock York's Wonders: Unforgettable Tours and Guides for an Extraordinary Father's Day Adventure!
Alive After Five: City Cruises
The Happiest Hour on the Ouse! Clocked off or just getting started? Swap the pub for the river. Give happy hour a whole…
Yorkshire Appetite Food Tours
York is a beautiful old city in North Yorkshire known for its elegant charm and history dating back to Roman times. The…
York Cat Trail
Free fun in York city centre is for everyone! The York Cat Trail is self-guided and is a beautiful way to discover hist…
Treasure Hunt York - Fun, Flexible Tour with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Turn today into an adventure with Treasure Hunt York Discover York together by solving clues, scouring the city and fol…
See What's On
See all events in YorkSee exciting events happening in York to take Dad along to!
Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting
Goose Beck Vineyard
Come and join us for a vineyard tour and wine tasting.Your experience begins with a short walk among the vines where yo…
Carlton Towers Classic Car Day with EYTCC
Carlton Towers
We have teamed up with the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club (EYTCC) to host another annual Classic Car Day!Join fel…
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
Grand Opera House York
Sat 5 Sep 2026 | 19:30Age guidance: 14+The award-winning West End smash-hit comedy Austentatious comes to you on a stri…
Sunday Afternoon Champagne Tasting
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Join wine expert Emma Moore (aka The Wine Lady) for an afternoon of elegance and indulgence as we take you on a journey…
Food & Drink Experiences
See all Food & Drink ExperiencesIndulge Dad's Taste Buds: Unforgettable Food & Drink Experiences Await in York this Father's Day!
Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
See Yorkshire with the people who know it best.Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours is a Yorkshire-based, family-run t…
Touch Tuina Therapeutic Massage & Reflexology
At Touch Tuina, we specialise in traditional Tuina therapy, a core part of Chinese medicine that uses deep tissue massa…
Oxygen Activeplay
Oxygen is more than just trampolines. It’s a high-thrills universe where the experience comes first – whether you’re a …
Villains Rum
Historical Tours & Rum Tastings /// Rum Shop /// Villainously Good SpiritsAt Villains Rum of York, bold, flavourfu…
Gardens in York
See all Gardens in YorkEmbrace nature in one of York’s many parks and green spaces. Take Dad for a leisurely stroll as you soak up the atmosphere in some beautiful gardens
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden - National Trust
Spend a whole day exploring North Yorkshire's World Heritage Site, less than 30 miles from the centre of York.A place o…
Beningbrough - National Trust
For garden loversRelax in the walled garden or stroll among glorious borders with over 8 acres to explore, a beautiful …
Dean's Park
Dean's Park is one of York's best loved places offering magnificent views of the Minster.The Park is located to the n…
Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens
Stillingfleet Lodge Garden will be opening for the summer on Wednesday 1st April 2026 until Wednesday 30th September, e…
Family Friendly York
See all Family Friendly YorkSee everything to see and do in York as a family!
Olive Tree Lodge
Olive Tree Lodge is the perfect spot for your escape from day to day life and the most perfect couples retreat! Nestled…
Allerthorpe Lakeland Park
Enjoy a fun filled day or relaxed couple of hours at our lovely location in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds. In our 53 ac…
Yorkshire Air Museum
Learn about some amazing aircraft and the incredible people who designed, built and flew them. We are one of the UK's l…
National Railway Museum
Home to iconic locomotives and fascinating collections, explore feats of engineering and extraordinary stories as we ce…
