Stretch your legs out and throw a football or go on a canoe trip with Dad for Father’s Day. Dads get in for free or half-off at most places, but it’s fun for the whole family.

Father’s Day Celebration at the
Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Come out to the Children’s Museum of Atlanta for a special reading of The Night Before Father’s Day by Natasha Wing at noon and 2 p.m. Then, play games such as soccer, catch, or golf at 3 p.m. Throughout the day, make key holders and baseball caps for Dad, and think about all the reasons why Dad is so special. June 18 and 19. Sat.-Sun., 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437. Ages 1 and older $14.95

Father’s Day at the
Chattahoochee Nature Center

The Chattahoochee Nature Center offers an exciting day for Dads on Father’s Day. Starting at noon, Dad gets in free and at 1 p.m., the Father’s Day Paddle canoe trip starts. Celebrate Dad and Grandpa with this 2 ½ hour expedition down and back to Riverside Park; canoes will take out at the park, and let the kids run off that extra energy at the playground. June 19. Sun. Noon-4 p.m. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055 ext. 237. Pre-register by June 16. Ages 6 and older $30; Dads, $25.

Father’s Day Car Show
at Stone Mountain Park

This Father’s Day at Stone Mountain come out and see vintage cars. Mustangs, Camaros, Chevys, Beetles, and more, all from the 1950s, will be on display. Dads will receive one free Adventure Pass per family. June 19. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 800-401-2407. Car show is free with paid parking. Parking, $15.

Superhero Day at Fernbank
Museum of Natural History

Father’s Day at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History celebrates everyday Dad heroes and community heroes like policemen, firemen, and military men. Community heroes come in uniform and Dads come as you are, and receive a free Fernbank ticket. Kids are encouraged to wear their favorite superhero costume for an afternoon full of hero fun, including a costume contest, character photo-op, and superhero mask making. June 19. Noon-4 p.m. 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-929-6300. Adults $18; ages 3-12 $16; ages 2 and younger, free.

Father’s Day at Zoo Atlanta

Spend the day with the animals or taking in the cool  Scaly Slimy Spectacular: The Reptile and Amphibian Experience! Dads receive a free ticket with any full priced ticket this Father’s Day and the whole family gets a chance to see animal fathers and their young interacting at the zoo. June 19. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-624-5600. Adults $22.99; child 3-11 $16.99; 2 and under, free.

Father’s Day at Georgia Aquarium

Experience the Oceans & Autos Car Show with over 50 exotic cars and motorcycles June 17-19 for Father’s Day weekend. Dads receive half price tickets with purchase of a full price ticket. Dad’s ticket must be bought at gate for proof of purchase, but save money on everyone else’s by buying the tickets online. Event only is $20.  June 17-19. 9 a.m.-8p.m. 225 Bakers St. NW, Atlanta. 404-581-4000. Adults $39.95; child $33.95; car show $10 add-on to general admission ticket.

Father’s Day at the
College Football Hall of Fame

Practice your spiral at the Peach Bowl Skill Zone area with Dad this weekend for Father’s Day. Enter through a tunnel and stare down over 700 helmets from colleges all over the country on the Helmet Wall. Dads get in free this June 19 with purchase of one full-priced ticket. 250 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta. 404-880-4800; cfbhall.com. Adults, $19.99; kids (3-12) $16.99

Father’s Day at Medieval Times

Come out and enjoy jousting while you eat a four-course meal like it’s 1444. Dads get a free ticket this June 15-19 for Father’s Day weekend with purchase of one full priced ticket. Add the special Father’s Day package for $25 that includes a candid picture in a souvenir frame, cape and 25-ounce glass stein filled with his choice of beer. Must enter code DFWEB16 at time of purchase online. 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy. #517, Lawrenceville. 888-935-6878; medievaltimes.com Adults, $54.95; kids 12 and under, $36.95

Juneteenth at
Atlanta History Center

Bring the family out this weekend, June 18-19, to learn about the end of slavery in the United States— just in time for Father’s Day. Enjoy a cooking demonstration from Michael Twitty, storytelling from Mama Koku, book signing of We Are Charleston, and much more. Admission is free, but the historical significance is timeless. 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW. Atlanta. 404-814-4000; atlantahistorycenter.com