7 Things to Do for Father’s Day 2024
Take Dad to jam to ’70s music, admire cool cars, indulge in barbecue eats, go fishing and more ways to spend Father’s Day on Sunday, June 16.
Photo: Courtesy of Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawai‘i
Whether you call him ‘Dad,’ ‘Pops,’ or ‘Old Man,’ it’s time to show him how much you care this Father’s Day on Sunday, June 16. Take him out for an adventure, sit back and enjoy local entertainment or treat him to a meal of all his favorites. We’ve rounded up a list of ideas across O‘ahu to help you celebrate.
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ManoaDNA’s Father’s Day Concert
Saturday, June 15, 6 p.m.
Let’s talk about onstage chemistry. Not only are they related, but this father-sons trio shares a passion for performing. In this special set, the band will showcase their signature harmonies and play tunes from the 1970s to honor their dad, the “D” in ManoaDNA. These nostalgic melodies remind Nick (“N”) and Alx (“A”) of their childhood when their father would sing them songs from his generation.
$30, Slack Key Lounge at Hawaiian Brian’s, 1680 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, manoadna.com, @manoadna
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Photo: Courtesy of Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawaii
Hot Rod Car Show
Sunday, June 16, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Stay cool this Father’s Day with fast slides and vintage rides at Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawai‘i. Check out a collection of hot rods from Bleizn FX Car Club parked inside the waterpark and in the parking lot, plus Dad will enjoy 50% off general admission when you arrive before 11:30 a.m.
$64.99 general admission, $49.99 kama‘āina admission (online advanced purchase), free for children 2 years and under, Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawai‘i, 400 Farrington Hwy., Kapolei, (808) 674-9283, wetnwildhawaii.com, @wetnwildhawaii
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Photo: Courtesy of Hy’s Steak House
‘Ohana Feast-to-Go
Sunday, June 16, pickup 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Although the legendary Hy’s Steak House in Waikīkī is currently closed for renovations, you can still dine on Dad’s favorite meat with this meal package to enjoy at home. The decadent menu feeds six people and includes the famous slow roasted prime rib, Kansas City BBQ ribs, a slew of classic-yet-elevated barbecue sides and chocolate haupia pie. Place your order by Sunday, June 9!
$465, Hy’s Steak House, 2440 Kūhiō Ave., Waikīkī, hyshawaii.com, @hyshawaii
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Father’s Day Photo Bus
Sunday, June 16, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Get your matching aloha shirts and mu‘umu‘u ready for a free family photo op to mark the occasion. Pose with a retro-chic 1965 VW bus, and the staff from Theo the Bus will snap pics using your phone or camera. Pets are welcome too!
Free, no reservation required, Kapolei Commons, in front of Regal Theatres, 4450 Kapolei Pkwy., Kapolei, kapoleicommons.com, @kapoleicommons
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Comedy Show With Andy Bumatai and Augie T.
Sunday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.
Laugh out loud with these local entertainers who co-headline this special show honoring fathers. Expect more than a few corny “dad jokes” as well as Andy and Augie’s signature Filipino funnies. Toast with handcrafted cocktails, such as the gin-based Big Bad Voodoo Daddy or the margarita-esque Grand Central Cadillac, and enjoy a full dinner menu, including beef short ribs and prime rib.
$35 to $45 for tickets, plus $10 food and beverage minimum spend per person, Blue Note Hawai‘i, Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, 2335 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, (808) 777-4890, bluenotejazz.com, @bluenotehawaii
Photo: Laura Dornbush
Fishing in Wahiawā
Daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ali‘i Agriculture Farms makes this classic pastime accessible and easy for families and first-time anglers. Rent a simple bamboo pole, cast your line in ponds stocked with tilapia and catfish and wait for a bite. You can catch and release, take your fish home or opt to eat it there under a shaded picnic area. The onsite food truck will clean and cook the fish to your liking—fried, grilled or steamed.
$22 per fisher, $6 per non-fishing guest, $8/pound of fish to keep, plus the cost of cooking (varies by preparation), Ali‘i Agriculture Farms, 680 Whitmore Ave., Wahiawā, (808) 690-0558, fishingfarmshawaii.com, @aliifarms
Sports Box Play
Daily, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Where else can you play all of Dad’s favorite sports in one location? Challenge him to more than nine games, including baseball, bowling, dodgeball, frisbee golf, golf, hockey and soccer via a high-tech sports simulator. We love that you can choose a specific golf course to play from a list of real-life links. Reserve a bay for your family, lounge on the sofa and cheer each other on. It’s BYOB, so bring your favorite snacks and drinks too!
$75/hr per box (up to six people), locations in ‘Aiea and Iwilei, (808) 341-2964, sportsboxhi.com, @sportsboxhi
