Each year on the third Sunday in June, we celebrate the fathers and father-figures in our lives. Established as a national holiday in 1972, Father’s Day provides the perfect time to recognize dads and the role of fatherhood in our families.

Looking for other ways to celebrate dad this Father’s Day? Explore our roundups for Philadelphia and Bucks County for even more Father’s Day events and adventures.

Main Line Events and Adventures for Father’s Day

Whether it’s with a homemade craft, a scoop of ice cream, or a day filled with his favorite activities, show dad some love with a day that’s as special as he is.

Father’s Day Weekend at the Chester County Balloon Festival

Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show, 1299 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA 19343e
June 19–21, 2026, hours vary each day

For a unique, outdoor Father’s Day weekend experience, bring your dad to Kennett Square for the Chester County Balloon Festival. Beyond watching the colorful hot air balloons launch and experiencing the nightly balloon glows, the Festival offers both tethered and untethered balloon rides, food, a petting zoo and more. Free parking is available. No dogs or outside food and drink are permitted.

Father’s Day Market at Terrain Glen Mills

Terrain at Styer’s, 914 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills
June 20, 2026, from 11 am–4 pm

Visit Terrain Glen Mills for a special pop-up market featuring gifts for dad, made by some of their favorite local vendors, including Secret Society Woodcraft, MoJo Pop Co, and NutriGreens Microgreens! This event is free and open to the public.

Father’s Day Charity Car Show

Dougherty Automotive Services, 17 Hagerty Boulevard, West Chester
June 21, 2026, from 11 am–2 pm

Celebrate dad with Simply Men’s Barber Shop and Dougherty Automotive Services for their 6th Charity Car Show. Enjoy cars, vendors, music and more with the family. Proceeds benefit Alpha Bravo Canine. Show off your ride or be a spectator.

Father’s Day at Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd. Norristown
June 21, 2026, 10 am–5 pm

Design, build, and race a custom car, or cheer on the competitors at the Elmwood Derby from 11 am – 4 pm and enjoy bar specials at Zoo Brew. Dad gets free zoo admission!

Father’s Day Ice Cream Social

Historic Harriton House, 500 Harriton Road, Bryn Mawr
June 21, 2026, from 2–4 pm

Bring dad to Harriton House in Bryn Mawr for a scoop or two at their Father’s Day Ice Cream Social. Celebrating the historic property’s dairy farm past, this event will include all-you-can-eat Golden Guernsey ice cream as well as the opportunity to play yard games, make a Father’s Day greeting card, explore the property’s grounds, and visit with the resident farm animals. Dads and father figures eat free, and the event is rain or shine.

Father’s Day at TreeTrails Adventures

301 West Bristol Road, Suite A. Trevose
June 21, 2026, normal operating hours

Is your dad a bit more adventurous? Take him to TreeTrails for the day. Dads climb free when joined by family, plus, he’ll get a hat and pair of his very own TreeTrails gloves. Enjoy music and excitement. Make your reeservation and at checkout use promo code “DadsRule” for a buy-one-get-one offer.

More Main Line Father’s Day Events

Main Line Parent can help you plan something special for the Dads in your life. Find ALL of our Father’s Day events in the calendar listings below.

Feature photo courtesy of the Elmwood Park Zoo. Beth Gilbert-Crowell wrote the original version of this article.