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The 14th Annual MIU Run for the Ribbon 5K takes place at The Detroit Zoo. This year’s Run for the Ribbon, “Together Again,” takes place Father’s Day. Participate in the 5K run/walk loop or a one-mile stroll around the zoo.
Event cost: $35/5K and one-mile zoo stroll, $25/Doze for Dads
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Ages 8 and up can enjoy a day of camping, bbq'ing and forging items out of steel. All are made out of fire and this event will test out your skills. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. three days before.
Event cost: $3/child,...
Fathers and their families can enjoy seeing 120-140 cars, trucks and vehicles are expected to be on display in Victory Park.
Event cost: Contact for prices
Event time: 9-3:30 p.m. June 19, 2022
Girls ages 5-17 and their dads can enjoy a royal ball at TheBGallerie. It will feature a full-course meal, dancing, photo booth, sweets table, gifts/giveaways and more. Hosted by Tenita "Bestseller" Johnson and Marty Johnson is the guest speaker. Registration required.
Event cost: $35-$100
Event time: 6:30-9 p.m. June 17, 2022
Children can create their own Thank You card for their father and hear a story at the Pontiac Public Library. Refreshments will be given. Space is limited. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6-7 p.m. June 14, 2022
Kids from the Kids Corner Nanny Service will be mixing, stirring and serving lemonade from the lemonade stand. Proceeds will benefit the service for the purchase of water and play toys for the summer sessions. T-shirts will also be available for sale. All patrons ages 2 and older are...
Dads and father figures can gather up their children ages 5 and older for a paint and chill event. Light lunch included with the cost of admission.
Event Cost: $20-$44, registration required
Event Times: 2-5 p.m.
Families with kids of all ages can join Lake Erie Metropark for a hike on the nature trails and explore what early summer has to offer. Of course, the trail guide will focus on the “important Dad stuff” in nature. Social distancing and face coverings are required.
Event Cost: $5,...
Kids ages 4 and older are invited to pull on their water shoes, grab Dad and explore the water at Hudson Mills Metropark. The park will provide a net to search along a tributary of the Huron River for invertebrates. Then use magnifiers to see these critters up close....
Journey back in time to experience early American blacksmithing, woodworking, pioneer cooking and more. You will complete a project to take home. For ages 14-plus. Pre-registration required.
Event cost: $30/ages 14-21, $40/ages 60+, $50/ages 22-59; parking pass required
Event times: 8 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday...
Dads, grandfathers, uncles and father figures are invited to bring their kids ages 3-12 to a socially distant, "Under the Sea" dance. Each group will dance to three songs — including one special request — and a keepsake photo and take-home gift are included. Three households will dance at...
Have a meal with dad at this fancy spot. Ask about a round of golf while you're there. Reservations required.
Event cost: $69/adult, $20/ages 3-12; gratuity will be added for parties of 8 or more
Event time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 19, 2022