The cutest tips for Father’s Day!

Last updated: May 10, 2026.

On Mother’s Day, all the moms were in the spotlight, so now it’s the dads’ turn!

How are you going to spoil your dad on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21? And how can your kids put their dad in the spotlight? A classic that always goes over well is breakfast and a homemade craft. Think of a nice drawing, a decorated mug, or a handmade photo frame with a sweet photo inside. Extra fun: have the kids write a sweet note or make a “Father’s Day certificate”! But we also have plenty of other fun tips for you!

Father’s Day Gifts

Most dads love gadgets. You can, of course, go as crazy as you want with this, but at Megagadgets you’ll find Father’s Day gadgets at great prices. Megagadgets is an online store, so be sure to order in time. Does your dad like jewelry? At HanneHaves, you can buy beautiful handmade men’s jewelry. Every piece of jewelry is unique! Or do you want to make it personal? Then be sure to check out YourSurprise. Here you can get personalized photo products like fun mugs, beer gift sets, and beautiful leather aprons. Your dad will be the life of the party at the barbecue!

Speaking of barbecues: that’s obviously the ultimate activity for dads. At Intratuin, in addition to a barbecue, you can also get all kinds of tools to help your dad prepare the tastiest burgers and skewers. In our blog post “Barbecue Tips for Home,” you’ll find great tips on how to handle the barbecue yourself, so your dad can sit back and enjoy the delicious food you’re cooking for him.

Give the gift of an activity for Father’s Day

Want to give a cool Father’s Day gift? Then book a fun activity at SurpriseFactory. How about racing in a cool car, flying a plane, skydiving, or riding a quad bike on real off-road terrain? Doesn’t that sound like a wonderful Father’s Day gift? Is the man you’re looking for a special gift for not much of a thrill-seeker? Then you can also opt for an online whiskey tasting, a delightful private dinner tour in a VIP van, or a relaxed outing on a culinary bike route. Check out all the gifts for him from SurpriseFactory here.

Bad weather? No excuse to stay indoors. At The City in ’s-Gravenzande, you’ll find a complete indoor entertainment center where you can go bowling, play laser tag, try VR gaming, or enjoy a game of bocce. For an active twist, Bounce Valley is highly recommended—with locations in Delft, Zoetermeer, and Aalsmeer, among others.

Climb and scramble together

Go climbing with your dad for Father’s Day. There are various climbing parks in the Netherlands, both outdoor and indoor. At Adventure City in Rotterdam, you can combine indoor and outdoor activities: Here, you can climb, zip-line, and even free-fall in the 2,000 m² indoor area and a whopping 5,000 m² outdoor section, regardless of the weather.

Even more fun and exciting activities

Does your dad like puzzles? Then take him to one of the escape rooms at Escaperoom Time in Utrecht. They have several escape rooms with different themes. Prefer a night out without having to think too hard? Then the Boules Club in Alkmaar is highly recommended. Play jeu de boules, enjoy some darts (with a modern twist!), or let loose in the private karaoke room. Are you looking for a combination of an escape room and fun, active games like axe throwing? Then Fun Village in Rotterdam is perfect for your dad.

For more inspiration on fun, active group activities in Rotterdam, check out this blog.

Fun activities for soccer fans

Do you and your son share a passion for soccer? Then a behind-the-scenes tour of your favorite soccer club is an unforgettable experience. At stadiums like the Johan Cruijff Arena, De Kuip in Rotterdam, or the Philips Stadium in Eindhoven, you’ll discover together where the magic of soccer truly happens. Walk through the players’ tunnel, take a seat on the bench in the dugout, and feel like a pro in the locker rooms. Whether you choose the Johan Cruijff Arena,the Feyenoord stadium tour, the PSV Experience, or another club: this sports-themed outing is guaranteed to impress.

For the water sports enthusiast

Is your dad a water sports enthusiast? How about a (kite)surfing lesson or water skiing together? Throughout the country, you’ll find various cable water ski parks such as Waterskibaan Sneek,Cablepark View in Almere, or De IJzeren Man in Weert, but Stroombroek has the longest one in the country!! You can go surfing along the entire Dutch coast at various beach bars like Surf’s Cool in The Hague, The Hook in Hoek van Holland, and Surfana Surfschool Noosa in Zandvoort. And of course, enjoy some delicious pizza and burgers afterward!

Full throttle onto the track
Is your son crazy about speed? Then go-karting is a sure hit. Race on the challenging track at Adventure Eefde, where you can also go climbing and via ferrata. In Emmen, Kartcircuit Pottendijk awaits, where speeds of up to 70 km/h are reached. Or head to the outdoor track at Kartcentrum Zwolle, where technique and courage are put to the test on a narrow course. For those who prefer to experience motorsports up close without racing themselves, a visit to Circuit van Zandvoort is a must. During a guided tour, you’ll learn all about Formula 1—and who knows, you might even get to take a lap on the track yourselves.

Tips for a fun and relaxed Father’s Day

You don’t even have to leave the house for a fun Father’s Day together. Put on an exciting movie—James Bond is always a good choice—and turn it into a real guys’ night with homemade snacks and soda. Would you rather have a big screen and surround sound? Then a trip to the movies is, of course, a great alternative. Enjoying action or adventure together creates shared excitement and fun.

Just doing something small together is always a good idea, too. Go for a bike ride together and tour places that hold special meaning for you—a childhood home, an old school, or just that one ice cream shop from back in the day. Fishing in a nearby ditch or having lunch together on a patio creates space for conversations that might not happen otherwise. Quality time without the fuss. 

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