Whether you’re celebrating your own father, a father figure, your partner, or someone who is a father for the first time, Tampa Bay is full of great ways to celebrate. In fact, there are so many things to do on Father’s Day Weekend in Tampa Bay, we put a whole list together. And if you’re trying to find some Father’s Day gift ideas, read on. We’ve got plenty of ways to support local Tampa businesses and uncover treasures he will love – this is the land of pirates and their treasure after all.

Support local businesses and get him something he’ll enjoy. These Father’s Day gift ideas are about something tangible that represents your love of family and perhaps your love of Tampa Bay.

Everyone loves the craft beer scene in Tampa. Father’s Day is a great time to celebrate all that’s brewing around town. Has he ever been on board the Brew Bus? Give him an annual pass and he can enjoy the Brew Bus all year. Bring visiting guests or family with you to enjoy the Brew Bus without having to buy their tickets! This pass will give you the ability to redeem on 50 events throughout the year.

Few things say “I’m a fan of Tampa Bay’s beer scene” than wearing it proudly. Tampa Bay Brewing Company has some cool apparel and so does Cigar City Brewing.

You can also get dad a passport to try out different breweries all around the Tampa Bay area. The Tampa Bay Ale Trail Passport is $25 and runs from January 1-December 31. Visit a participating brewery and present the passport when you purchase a beer to receive a “first visit” stamp. The more breweries you visit, the more incentives you’ll get such as BOGO pints and merchandise.

Not a beer fan? Tampa is also home to some amazing distilleries where you can do a tour, tasting, and purchase bottles to take home. Dark Door Spirits, Florida Cane Distillery, and Kozuba & Sons Distillery offer an array of vodkas, bourbons, and gin. For rum drinker, 82 West Distilling, Tampa Bay Rum Company, and St. Petersburg Distillery bottle up rum that even Jose Gaspar and his krewe would be proud of.

If he wants to fire up the grill to celebrate Father’s Day in Tampa, then grab a bunch of goodies from these awesome gourmet grocery stores throughout Tampa.

A stroll through one of the many Tampa Area Farmers Markets is a great way to get some fresh produce to go with the grilling goodness.

You don’t have to be a professional artist to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Painting with A Twist and Pinot’s Palette are instructor-led classes that can be a fun Father’s Day gift idea if he’s got an artistic side. Paintings can be chosen online and booked ahead of time. Guests can also bring food and drinks to enjoy while they paint. Painting with A Twist also has designated date night events and Pinot’s Palette has options to paint wine glasses, vases, and cookie jars too. Both places have multiple locations in the Tampa Bay area.

Create your perfect scent at The Candle Pour in Hyde Park. Guests can choose from over 100 different fragrance oils to create their own custom candle to take home. After they’re created, they need to set for about two hours which creates the perfect opportunity to enjoy the plethora of food, drinks and shopping around Hyde Park.

If he’s an outdoorsy type or has always wanted to see what he can catch in Tampa Bay’s waters, book him a fishing charter. There are plenty of fishing charters in Tampa Bay. These are just a small sample of options that make great Father’s Day gift ideas.

Located in Hyde Park, Sur La Table offers an array of cooking classes. Attend a themed date night class and learn how to create cuisines such as lobster ravioli, Thai food, and Italian specialties. You can also satisfy your sweet tooth by learning how to create doughnuts and French pastries. For those who want to learn basic kitchen skills, they also offer classes such as knife skills and cast iron cooking. Other cooking class options include Cozymeal and AJ’s Kitchen Drawer.

The Tampa Improv and Side Splitters are two of the Tampa area’s premiere comedy clubs. Located in Ybor, the Improv has a calendar of upcoming shows that include stand-up by TV and movie personalities, as well as open mic nights. Side Splitters, which has locations in Carrollwood and Wesley Chapel, also has a lineup of shows for 2022 including comedians from late night TV and traveling comedy troupes. All three locations also have a full food and drink menu.

Partake in one of the most unique ways to explore Downtown Tampa and its waterways. Choose your own path through the Hillsborough river on your own personal water bike or enjoy a tandem ride for two.

This is the perfect experience for thrill seekers. Guests can take a two-hour ziplining adventure that sends them over 3,000 feet of water and land preserves. Travel across a 200 foot wooden suspension bridge and partake in an aerial obstacle course, all while taking in the panoramic views of Tampa Bay. The sunset zip lining tour is the perfect gift for a little added romance.

Give your partner the gift of relaxation by booking a spa day! Splurge on a romantic couples treatment, or plan an epic day of relaxation for your partner to enjoy solo. Check out our post on the best Tampa Bay Spas That are Perfect for Couples for more Father’s Day gift ideas.

Best for first-time fathers: When he’s got a newborn to take care of, he and his partner need to relax! This unique spa experience is a great way to treat dad to some relaxation. My Beer Spa in Orlando is a spa made up of – you guessed it – beer. Guests can book a private room with access to tubs made with hops and antioxidants, an infrared sauna, and a German-style hay bed, all while having access to unlimited craft beer and wine on tap during their stay. Though this experience is not kid-friendly, it’s a great escape for mom and dad and their gift cards also make the perfect Father’s Day present. Check out our firsthand experience when We Visited the New Orlando Beer Spa!

This award-winning zoo is a must-visit for any animal lover. The wildlife habits are spread out into Africa, Asia, Australia, and Florida. Visit the elephants, feed the giraffes, and watch the manatees swim. There are also exhibits and live entertainment. ZooTampa also hosts several annual events such as Creatures of the Night and Christmas in the Wild. They also have several fundraising events such as Zoo Brews, Karamu Gala, and Sunset Safari (not included with admission). ZooTampa offers single day tickets and annual passes. An animal encounter is a great add-on, too!

CMA is best known for the rescue and rehab of the late Winter the dolphin (we miss her!), who received a prosthetic tail after she was rescued in 2005. The recently expanded aquarium houses rescued marine animals such as dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, otters, pelicans, and stingrays. Guests can participate in animal encounters and enjoy live presentations. Single day tickets and memberships are available.

Treat your partner to a horseback ride down a nature trail or, for more seasoned riders, there is an advanced trail. For a more romantic setting, you can take an evening ride after 6pm. They also offer opportunities to swim with the horses in their spring-fed creek.

June 16, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Try something new this Father’s Day and set sail aboard a Starship Cruise. While aboard, enjoy a lavish meal prepared by the Executive Chef, and enjoy the beautiful views from the water that Tampa Bay has to offer. Guests can purchase a brunch cruise or a dinner cruise depending on preference and availability. In honor of Father’s Day, drinks ordered by Dads are free! Admission is $59.95 per adult and $34.95 per child for brunch and $69.95/$39.95 for dinner.

June 19 at 2pm, 4pm, and 7:15pm Ahoy, maties! This Father’s Day, take dad on a 90-minute pirate adventure on The Lost Pearl Pirate Ship. There will be adult and child beverages that will be free at sea, and dad will also get some additional loot, including a free boarding photo. Adult tickets start at $30, children start at $25.

Thrilling coasters, live entertainment, and aquatic animal encounters can be found at SeaWorld Orlando. There is also a multitude of events throughout the year such as the Seven Seas Food Festival, St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, Cinco de Mayo, the Craft Beer Festival, and Christmas Celebration. The park offers single day tickets, Fun Cards, and annual passes.

Impress him with a Saturday night out at the new SeaWorld fireworks party: Ignite 360 Happy Hour.

If water parks are his thing, you can make waves at Universal’s Volcano Bay. You can slide down thrilling water slides, relax in the lazy river, or splash around in the wave pool. Don’t forget about the unique TapuTapu feature which is included in park admission allowing you to avoid waiting in long lines and allows you to pay for delicious food and drinks, and merchandise, without your wallet.

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