Jun 18

2016 Newport Storm Brew Open 

Newport, RI 

A great Father's day weekend event featuring mini-golf, beer and the U.S. Open. Does it get better then that?

Newport Storm Brewery is putting together the fun of mini golf and craft beer for a weekend of fun. 

The Newport Storm Brew Open will take place on June 18 and 19 at their 2,000 square foot course next to the brewery. The event starts at noon on Saturday and goes to 8 p.m. 

The visitors center will be open throughout golf course hours with live coverage of the U.S. Open. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

Bangor's Beer Festival 

Bangor, Maine

Taking place on the Bangor Waterfront, the Beer Festival makes for a great Father's Day activity. 

The festival features 20 breweries from Maine serving craft beer, as well as food vendors and entertainment galore. 

Enjoy the day. 

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June 18

RI Pridefest 40th Anniversary 

Providence, RI

Enjoy the day at RI Pridefest as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary. There will be a parade, great music and great fun to be had by all. 

RI Pridefest will take place from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday on South Water Street in Providence. 

The festival will feature 150 vendor booths and live entertainment from artist including Sarah Potenza. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

Ziggy Marley at Indian Ranch 

Webster, MA

The summer concert season is just getting starting at Indian Ranch and is a great time to take Dad out to a show.

Head over to see Ziggy Marley and his band perform starting at 2 p.m. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

International Festival of Arts & Ideas 

New Haven, Connecticut 

A cool event to go to with dad, the International Festival of Arts & Ideas. More tan 80% of the festivals events are free. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

37th Annual Quechee Balloon Festival 

Quechee, Vermont 

The Quechee Ballon Festival is the longest running Hot Air Balloon Festival  in New England featuring more than 20 hot air balloons. 

The festival goes from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Click here for more information. 

June 18

6th Annual Blackstone River Theatre Summer Solstice Festival 

Cumberland, RI 

A great day out with dad, the festival includes performances from Atwater-Donnelly Trio, Barrule, Mari Black Trio and much more. 

The festival goes from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

Burlington Wine & Food Festival Grand Tasting 

Burlington, Vermont 

The 7th annual Burlington Wine & Food Festival Grand Tasting is set to take place on the Waterfront in Burlington and is a great opportunity to take dad. 

The tasting has two sessions, noon to 3:30 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

Worcester Art Museum 

Worcester, Ma 

Check out some of the cool exhibits at the Worcester Art Museum like Arms & Armour or Meow or any of the others. 

Click here for more information. 

June 18

Great Chowder Cook-Off at Fort Adams in Newport

Newport, RI

Take Dad to Newport for the day on Saturday and attend the 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Fort Adams.

Advance tickets are on sale until Friday, June 17 at midnight. You can save $5 

Click here for information and tickets. 

June 18

Go Fishing 

Grab the fishing poles and head out to the water for a relaxing day of fishing. 

June 18

Tour Sam Adams Brewery

Boston, Massachusetts 

Take a FREE tour of Sam Adams Brewery and see where some of the best beer is made. Learn about the history of Sam Adams beer, how it's made, experience the entire craft brew process and of course try some samples.

The tour departs every 45 minutes and lasts about an hour.

Click here for more information.

June 19

Canobie Lake Park 

Salem, New Hampshire 

Go on an adventure to Canobie Lake Park and find some thrilling rides to go on. 

On Father's Day, Canobie Lake Park is offering free admission and lunch to all dads.

Click here for more information. 

June 19

38th Annual Father's Day Road Race

Springfield, MA 

The 38th Annual Father's Day road race is set to take place and makes for a great time  and good exercise for all. 

There are multiple race options for people of all comfort levels with the 10K starting at 8:30 a.m., a 5K relay starting at 8:30 a.m. and a kids fun run starting at 10 a.m., that's only 1 mile. 

Click here for more information. 

June 19

Passengers from the Past 

Essex Station 

The platform at Essex Station will serve as both departure point and historical stage where the country’s most renowned character actors will personify some of history’s most iconic & legendary figures, including the Gillettes, Abraham Lincoln, Babe Ruth, & Mark Twain. These special guests will chat with passengers and family, titillating them with tales from their lives and answering any questions you dare to ask! 

Passengers on the 11:00am, 12:30pm, & 2:00pm Steam Train rides will have the opportunity to chat with, and learn from, these historical figures that have been woven into the cloth of Connecticut & American history.

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June 19

3rd Annual Bristol Oyster Festival at DeWolf Tavern

Bristol, RI

No better way to spend Father's Day then at the 3rd Annual Bristol Oyster Festival. 

Admission to the festival is FREE and food and beverage tickets will be on sale. 

The festival goes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Click here for more information. 

June 19

Father's Day Hike at Mass Audubon: Wachusett Meadow Wildlife 

Worcester, Ma

Spend Father's day on a fun hike with ddad at the Wachusett Meadow Wildlife.

You never know what you may see. 

Click here for more information. 

June 19

Red Sox vs Mariners 

Boston, MA 

The Boston Red Sox are in a battle for first place in the AL East and they host the Seattle Mariners at Fenway Park on Father's Day. 

The Father's Day game is set for 1:35 p.m. 

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June 19

Book a Helicopter Flight With Bird's Eye View 

Middletown, RI

Fly through the Rhode Island skies 

Bird’s Eye View Helicopters based at 11 Airport Access Road, Middletown, RI 02842, offers an aerial ride around Newport passing over sites such as the Newport mansions. The basic trip is priced at $150.00 for two people.  

Tours go for as short as 12 minutes or as long as 25 minutes. 

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June 19

Alpine Adventures 

Lincoln, New Hampshire

So Dad wants a real thrill? how about zip lining for a change of pace? 

Alpine Adventures in New Hampshire is offering free hipline rides on Father's Day. 

Click here for more information. 

June 19

Worcester Bravehearts vs Seacoast Mavericks 

Worcester, MA 

The defending FCBL Champion Worcester Bravehearts are in action on Father's Day when they host the Seacoast Mavericks at Fitton Field. 

First pitch is set for 5 p.m. 

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June 19

The 4th Annual Kaminitz Father's Day Ride at Fort Adams 

Newport, RI

Join Bike Newport and hundreds of cyclists as we ride Newport County's scenic coastline while celebrating the life and passion of Dr. Elliot Kaminitz. The fourth annual Elliot Kaminitz Father's Day Ride will be held on June 19, 2016. With a range of distances of 6, 10 and 25 miles, a two-mile Bay Walk, and a children’s “Tour de Fort”, there is something for everyone!

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June 19

Father's Day Hike at Ballard Park 

Newport, RI 

Go on a hike with dad for Father's day at Ballard Park located at 1 Ocean Heights Road. 

The hike goes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Click here for more information. 

June 19

Play Golf 

Head over to one of the great golf courses in the state and get 18 in with dad. 

Enjoy the day. 

June 19

Family Trip to the Providence Children's Museum 

Providence, RI 

The Providence Children's Museum is a great family trip on on Father's Day, admission is free for all dads and granddads. 

The Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Click here for more information.