2015 Orange County Father’s Day Events

It’s that special day when we celebrate the men in our lives, and the important influence that fathers have in our society. I’m referring to Father’s Day, of course! So, take the time to say, “thanks, dad,” and indulge together in one or two of the many events in Orange County that honor and celebrate that special guy in your life.

Father’s Day Sunset Live Music and Dinner Cruise
June 21, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Dana Wharf Sportfishing
Dana Point Harbor
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-496-5794
www.danawharf.com

Come aboard the Dana Pride for a special Father’s Day Dinner Cruise. Enjoy two hours on the water, complete with live music and a delicious barbecue dinner . Tickets are $49 per adult, $29 per child.

Pretend City Celebrates Father’s Day
June 20, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Pretend City
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA 92618
949-428-3900
www.pretendcity.org

Celebrate the joy of spending time together during this magical day of play! Dads, grandfathers, uncles and kids will enjoy all the hands-on exhibits, story times, and many other activities that will make memories to last a lifetime. Pretend City will be closed on Father’s Day, June 21. No advance tickets required.

Cruisin’ Brea Oldies Car Show & Music Festival
June 21, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
330 W. Birch Street
Brea, CA 92821
714-750-8570
www.breadowntown.com

Take to the streets of Downtown Brea for a classic car show hosted by the Orange County Mustang Club. This public event features food, live music, raffles and dozens of four-wheeled machines sure to impress dad.

Pelican Hill Gold Club
22800 S Pelican Hill Road
Newport Beach, CA 92657
949-467-6800
www.pelicanhill.com

Get one complimentary junior golfer (ages 8-18) evening round with each full-paid adult evening round, exclusively for same-day tee time bookings. Golf cart included; forecaddie not included. $90 per evening adult round.Excludes tax and service charge.

Father’s Day Blue Whale Discovery Cruise
June 21, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
949-496-2274
www.ocean-institute.org

While onboard the R/V Sea Explorer, enjoy a wonderful morning with Ocean Institute scientists as they introduce you to wildlife along southern California’s coastline. Light pastries, cookies, and coffee will be provided. Register early. Tickets range from $19-$35 per ticket.

Father’s Day Hike
June 20, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
The Richard and Donna O’Neill Conservancy
949-489-9778
www.rmvreserve.org

Take Father’s Day out on the trail this year with a two mile hike through oak woodlands and sage scrub. Make some memories by spending time together in nature. Ages 6 and up. Registration required. Participants must be registered or on the wait list by 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 19. Nominal fee for non-residents.

8th Annual Father’s Day Car and Vintage Motorcycle Show
June 21, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Balboa Bay Resort
1221 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949-630-4110
www.balboabayresort.com

Treat Dad to a special day filled with family, friends and the finest collection of cars in town! No entrance fee. A&O beer booth, BBQ buffet, music and you don’t want to miss the father/son tire change challenge.

Grilling With Dad
June 21, Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Surfas Culinary District (Test Kitchen)
3309 Hyland Avenue Costa Mesa
714-453-2665
www.cookingschoolsofamerica.com

Spend your Father’s Day learning to grill with Dad in a hands-on cooking class! Create family-friendly favorites while sharing your love of grilling. Cook side-by-side together and sit down together to enjoy your fun day’s work. $75.00 fee includes one adult and one child under 18. Additional guests can be added via phone.

Anaheim Marketplace Celebration
June 21, Noon to 4:00 p.m.
1440 S. Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
714-999-0888
anaheimmarketplace.com

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Anaheim Marketplace with a special performance by Don Cheto from La Que Buena, Mechanical Bull and taco bar.

Even if you can’t attend any of these events. Remember these two words: “Thanks, Dad.” And, a hug.

Kristal Zacharias is the mother of two beautiful, vivacious girls, and wife of a hunky husband who works in the action sports industry. For the past 15 years, Kristal has worked for several Fortune 500 companies as a professional communicator. Follow her journey at Clearly Kristal or on Facebook and Twitter.