Six Ways to celebrate the father figures in your life around Chicagoland

Father's Day is coming right up on June 21, and there are countless ways to show appreciation to the fathers and father figures in our lives. Ultimately, the best Father's Day gifts are experiences—spending real quality time together—and Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods offer many ways to do that.

Father's Day activities in Chicagoland

From outdoor adventures to activities for sports fans, let our real estate agents be your guides to planning an epic Father's Day in Chicagoland.

Father's Day Paddle at River Park - Chicago, IL

Address: 5100 N. Francisco Ave., Chicago, IL 60625

At 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, the Chicago Park District is hosting a Father's Day Paddle at River Park, a charming 30-acre green space in the Albany Park neighborhood. The park overlooks the North Branch of the Chicago River, and this guided canoe trip is a perfect opportunity to explore it. The Father's Day Paddle is family-friendly, suitable for all experience levels, and will last under two hours. Registration is now open, at a price of just $5 per person.

Father's Day Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan - Chicago, IL

Address: 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL

Beautiful scenery and a memorable experience await aboard a Father's Day Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan. Boarding starts 30 minutes before this two-hour cruise departs at 12:30 p.m. from Navy Pier, within walking distance of Chicago's Streeterville neighborhood. Expect a tasty brunch buffet, creative cocktails, live music from a live DJ, and unbeatable views of the Downtown Chicago skyline.

Golf at the Highlands of Elgin - Elgin, IL

Address: 875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL 60123

For dads who love golf, few venues are more revered than the Highlands of Elgin, one of the top-rated publicly accessible courses in Illinois. Less than an hour from Chicago, in the community of Elgin, this picturesque 18-hole course is beautiful and diverse, featuring nine original holes across rolling terrain and nine newer holes that reclaim a former quarry. The onsite Grumpy Goat Tavern serves excellent burgers, salads, steaks, and seafood.

Fishing at Montrose Harbor - Chicago, IL

Address: 601 W. Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL 60613

It doesn't get much better than fishing on Father's Day, and Montrose Harbor in Lincoln Park is one of the best spots around. A kayak launch and rentals are available here, and many Lake Michigan fishing charters depart from the marina. Bank fishermen commonly catch smallmouth bass and perch around the docks and shoreline rocks. 

Gold Coast Art Fair - Chicago, IL

Address: 100 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

If your dad is an art lover, be sure to check out the 68th annual Gold Coast Art Fair. The art fair takes place in Grant Park's Butler Field on June 20-21, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and featuring over 200 juried artists, live music, food and drink tents, and a wide range of family-friendly activities. It's also a great opportunity to enjoy one of Chicago's longest-running summer art traditions in The Loop.

Catch a Game at Wrigley Field - Chicago, IL

Address: 1060 W. Addison St., Chicago, IL 60613

Wrigley Field is a landmark for sports fans in Chicagoland, and the iconic ballpark in Lakeview is open for guided tours almost any day of the week. And it's always an extra special event when Father's Day aligns with a home game, and this year we're in luck. Catch the Chicago Cubs vs. Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday, June 21!

Contact us today to learn more about upcoming events and activities in Chicagoland. If you're looking for your dream home, our real estate agents are here to help you find it in any of Chicago's distinctive neighborhoods.