Father’s Day 2020

Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Quarantine

Even though Father’s Day 2020 may not look like past years, staying at home doesn’t have to make the day any less fun. Between social distancing and worldwide quarantines due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many traditional Father’s Day activities have been cancelled. However, aside from gifts and sweet messages, there are still ways to make Sunday, June 21st special not only for dad, but for the whole family. To quell some of your planning woes, we put together an ideal quarantine Father’s Day. So, even though you’re at home this Father’s Day, it doesn’t mean the holiday needs to be boring. 


 
Serve a hearty brunch.
Start his day with a feast fit for a king, complete with scrambled eggs, bacon, and a build-your-own bagel spread. Round out the meal with a morning cocktail because it’s a holiday after all (as if you needed an excuse).

  
Go for a Bike Ride.


A great way to get outside while still social distancing is to take a bike ride. Even if it’s just around your neighborhood, riding bikes will give everyone some (let’s be honest, much-needed) exercise and usher in the beginning of summer.


 
Play an Indoor Game.
 

There’s nothing wrong with some friendly competition. Get the whole family involved and break out some games. Whether you’re in the mood for a puzzle, a board game, or even charades, this quarantine-friendly activity will surely be fun for the whole family. 

  
Take a Virtual Tour.
 

Visit the National Parks, tour Versailles, and swim through a coral reef, all without leaving your living room. In light of the coronavirus pandemic, many organizations are offering elaborate virtual experiences. So curl up on the couch and travel anywhere your dad’s heart desires. 

  
Host an outdoor movie night.

Drive-in movie theaters are great and all, but can you snuggle up in your PJs and roast s’mores while you watch? Exactly. Shine a projector against a blank wall, and pick one of dad’s favorite movies to watch. For a true theater experience, serve popcorn, candy, and a special after-hours drink for your #1 guy.


  
Laugh your way through Netflix’s comedy specials.

Even if you can’t go to an actual comedy show, you can still laugh your day away with some of today’s top comics. You’re guaranteed to find something on Netflix that’ll give him a good chuckle, no matter if he prefers the comedic stylings of John Mulaney, Trevor Noah, Adam Sandler, or Wanda Sykes (or all of the above).


 
Steal his heart with sweets.

The only thing sweeter than your relationship with dad is the Father’s Day cake that you’ll make him. Find one that best matches his flavor preferences, and then dress it up with decorations that suit his interests.


 
 Learn something new together.

It’s true: Your dad is never too old to learn new tricks. so he can take classes taught by the best in sports, movies, television, cooking, gardening, photography, and more. Or if he has his heart set on learning a new language, you can spend some quality time nailing down phrases, tenses, and basic words with Duolingo or Rosetta Stone.


 
Pitch a tent in your backyard.

Especially if his kids are too young to make it through a night at the campsite, consider setting up a tent in your backyard for a similar experience. It’s a win for everyone: He can enjoy the fun that camping brings — ghost stories, campfires, and sleeping bag snuggles — but the whole family can head inside if it gets too cold or uncomfortable outside.

Gifts perfect for any dad this Father’s Day  June 21 is creeping closer and closer, which means you better start to think about what you’re going to buy your dad for Father’s Day. Of course, you can go with the standard ties, watches and wallets, but if you want to stand out and show Dad how much you care, you’ll have to do better than that.