Father's Day in The Finger Lakes

Celebrate Father’s Day in the Finger Lakes with craft beverages, history, local bites, and unique events. Bring your dad, grandfather, stepdad, uncle, or any father figure in your life and create memories that will last a lifetime. 

Father's Day Events

Father's Day at The Farm

Hosted by Lincoln Hill Farms (3792 NY-247, Canandaigua, N.Y.), Father's Day at The Farm on June 1, 2026, promises a vibrant way to celebrate dad from 1 to 6 p.m., featuring live music, jet ski stunt performances, lawn games, and more. If you and dad want to shine like stars, make sure to come prepared for the Dress Like Your Dad competition and the Dad Joke Competition—because as Lincoln Hill Farms says, someone has to decide who's really the king of corny!

Food and beverage offerings will include the Silo Bar, serving craft beverages and nonalcoholic options; the Food Lane, offering a variety of food options; and a ticketed VIP dinner experience in the garden tent featuring a relaxed prime rib dinner.

Sonnenberg Gardens Father's Day Car Show

For classic car enthusiasts, head to Sonnenberg Gardens (250 Gibson St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) for the annual Father's Day Car Show on June 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event showcases timeless classic cars set against the scenic backdrop of Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park. Stroll the lawn to admire the vehicles, explore the historic mansion, and wander through the estate’s internationally inspired gardens for a day filled with family-friendly fun.

Other Ways to Celebrate Father's Day

For the Beer Geek Dad 

If you have a dad who likes to spend his down time pursuing new beers and knows the difference between kettle-soured beers and fruit IPAs, Ontario County is the place to treat him to a Finger Lakes brewery experience. Brewery Ardennes (570 Snell Road, Geneva, N.Y.) is a Belgian-inspired, award-winning craft brewery housed in a spectacular stone barn where you and dad can enjoy a beer on the patio, in the tasting room, or even in a Sheep’s Pen. Other options include the small but mighty Frequentem Brewing (254 S Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) and the vibrant Peacemaker Brewing Company (39 Coach St, Canandaigua, N.Y.).

For the Outdoorsy Dad 

For golf-loving dads, spend the day on the greens at standout courses like Ravenwood Golf Club (929 Lynaugh Road, Victor, N.Y.), known for its rolling fairways and upscale clubhouse atmosphere; CenterPointe Golf Club (2231 Brickyard Road, Canandaigua, N.Y.), a local favorite for a relaxed day on the course; and Big Oak Golf Course (33 Packwood Road, Geneva, N.Y.), a scenic 18 hole course. If you are looking for a kid-friendly golfing experience, Roseland Mini Golf (250 Eastern Blvd, Canandaigua, N.Y.) offers a 18-hole mini golf course for the whole family.

For the dad whose first love is fishing, Ontario County’s five Finger Lakes are ideal for casting a line for a few hours or spending the entire day on the water. Fishing charters, guide services and marinas are readily available to help create a customized Father’s Day adventure. Family-owned Doc's Tackle (8960 Main St., Honeoye, N.Y.) specializes in bait and American-made fishing tackle, and the knowledgeable staff are experts on fishing, hunting, and outdoor gear. 

For the Culture Vulture Dad 

Surprise dad with a visit to one of Ontario County’s unique museums, a live performance, or concert tickets. Take dad on a tour of over 200 years of communication technology at the Antique Wireless Museum (6925 NY-5, Bloomfield, N.Y.), stroll through the historic Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Park (250 Gibson St., Canandaigua, N.Y.), or present him with tickets for a top notch musical performance at the Smith Center for the Arts (82 Seneca St., Geneva, N.Y.) or the Constellation Brands Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center (CMAC) (4355 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.).

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