Check out some of these events and deals and start planning for a special Father’s Day — on the cheap, of course!
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th, 2024. Many restaurants and retailers offer discounts and freebies that day. We’ ll be adding to the list as more offers come in, so check back as the day grows near.
Some deals are valid only on Father’s Day, but some are available through the entire weekend, or the month of June.
At the end of the list is a day-by-day guide to events taking place on the Father’s Day weekend.
View our complete list of free & cheap things to do this weekend
And don’t forget that Juneteenth events are also happening — including parades, festivals, concerts, and more.
You may also be interested in:
- Enjoy $1 movies with Regal Summer Express
- 15+ summer festivals happening in metro Atlanta
- Have a close-up butterfly encounter this summer
- Complete guide to 2024 free summer concerts
- Enjoy a night under the stars: free outdoor movies in 2024
- Free outdoor community yoga and fitness classes this summer
- 4th of July fireworks and celebrations
Father’s Day deals for 2024 in Atlanta
Dads-get-in-free deals for 2024
♦ College Football Hall of Fame
Visit the Hall of Fame on Sunday, June 16th with dad, and he’ll get in FREE when you purchase a regular price ticket. PLUS, the first 100 dads get a $25 gift card from Home Depot!
more info here
♦ Chattahoochee Nature Center
Visit the nature center on Father’s Day, when Dads and Grandfathers get in FREE!
Bring a picnic, enjoy on-site programs, trek the Wildlife Walk and the trails, and visit the Butterfly House. The nature center also includes opportunities for canoeing and zip-lining. More info on the free admission deal
♦ The Fringe Miniature Golf
Dads can play mini-golf for FREE, when you purchase any other ticket (child or adult). This offer is good all weekend long — from Friday, June 14th thru Sunday, June 16th. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on those days. More info
♦ North Georgia Wildlife Park
Dads get in on June 16th FREE with accompanying child and adult ticket purchase!This venue is located in Cleveland, GA, so it would be a day trip. Details here or visit the website.
♦ Atlanta History Center
Saturday, June 15, 2024 is a FREE admission day for everyone, in honor of Juneteenth. There’s a party on the lawn, special programming, and open galleries.
More info
♦ Marietta History Center
The Center hosts its FREE monthly Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The galleries are open for you to browse, and there is special programming for kids and families.
More info
Roll or stroll at Atlanta Streets Alive
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Peachtree Street, between midtown & downtown
FREE
During Streets Alive, for four glorious hours, three miles of Peachtree Street is closed to cars — and open for people to stroll, roll, bike, and play!
The Streets Alive route stretches from downtown to midtown, right through the heart of the city. Peachtree Street will be closed from Mitchell Street, downtown, to 15th Street in midtown.
More info on Streets Alive
Spend time at an outdoor movie or concert
The summer concert series and outdoor movie series is in full swing in June, with something going on every weekend.
Browse our special calendars for:
◊ FREE outdoor summer concerts
◊ FREE outdoor movies on the lawn
These events cover the extended metro area, including the suburbs.
Name a star for Dad — 10% off deal
Star Registration is offering a 10% discount on its “Constellation” package.
Of course, this is a highly symbolic gift. While there are many organizations out there selling name-a-star services, there are quite a few reasons we like Star Registration best. You’ll get to name a star that is easily visible from Earth all year round — and an augmented-reality app makes it super-simple for you to find your star in the night sky. You also get a printed Celestial Map and a high-quality certificate that’s suitable for framing.
Get more info or get the deal
Take Dad to Stone Mountain Park — 50% OFF an Attractions Pass
There’s a new drone and light show at Stone Mountain; it replaces the classic LaserShow. Take dad and the whole family for HALF OFF this weekend, thanks to a Groupon deal. That’s just $20 for a $40 Attractions Pass!
Photo courtesy of Stone Mountain Park
Horizon of Kufu: Take a virtual reality trip thru ancient Egypt
Horizon of Khufu has landed in Atlanta, completely reshaping the immersive experience. Step back into the golden age of ancient Egypt, where you can relive the reign of King Khufu and explore the iconic pyramids from 4500 years ago.
The 45-minute virtual reality experience costs $27 for adults, and $24 for kids, seniors, military, and students.
It’s located in the same building as the Illuminarium, at 550 Somerset Terrace NE, Atlanta 30306.
More info and get tickets
Cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers at Coolray Field
If you’ve never been to minor league game, make time this spring to visit Coolray Field and cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers, the triple-A affiliate team to our Atlanta Braves.
A Stripers game is an affordable outing for families — with tickets starting at just $8 and special promotion days that bring added value. Everything about the experience is less expensive than a Braves game at Truist Field. Plus, you’re sitting much closer to the action.
More info
Tour an alpaca farm
Creekwater Alpaca Farm in Gwinnett County is open for tours on both Saturday and Sunday on Father’s Day weekend. Come for a visit, and pet and feed Creekwater Farm’s 50 alpacas.
More info
Celebrate Juneteenth
Celebrate Juneteenth in Atlanta with free concerts, festivals, tours, art, and parades!
The federal holiday falls on Wednesday, June 19th in 2024 — but there are special events on weekends before and after that date. Find a Juneteenth celebration
Head to a weekend festival
The links below take you to the event details.
Or, you can also browse our complete 2024 Guide to Summer Festivals in Atlanta.
View the Wonderland exhibit at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Alice’s Wonderland Returns is an amazing display that features huge topiary-like installations that reflect the classic tale of Wonderland. Unfortunately, we don’t have a discount for this one!
More info
These whimsical, larger than life pieces are on display at ABG. Photo: H. Brucker
Father’s Day Gift Card Deals
Applebee’s: Buy a $50 gift card and the restaurant will throw in a $10 bonus card.
Moe’s Southwest Grill: Until June 16, 2024, get two $5 Rewards with qualifying $30 eGift Card purchase. Rewards can be redeemed through August 31 at participating Moe’s locations and require a Moe Rewards account to unlock.
McAlister’s Deli: Until June 16, 2024, guests will receive two $5 Rewards with qualifying $30 Gift Card purchase. Rewards can be redeemed between June 17 and August 11 at participating McAlister’s locations and require a McAlister’s Rewards account to redeem.
Schlotzsky’s: From June 7 through June 17, 2024, consumers who purchase $30 in gift cards will receive $10 in eRewards. The Reward Code must be unlocked in a Schlotzsky’s Rewards account prior to July 17 to be redeemed at participating locations and will expire 14 days after being unlocked.
Cinnabon: Guests who purchase $25 in Cinnabon gift cards will receive a FREE $5 reward to be used on a future visit. Available in bakery through June 23, 2024, and available online through June 30.
Reward Code must be unlocked in the Cinnabon Rewards Program to be redeemed and is valid for redemption between July 1 and August 25, 2024 at participating Cinnabon locations.
Auntie Anne’s: Guests who buy $25 in Auntie Anne’s gift cards get $5 Reward on their next purchase from June 7 to June 17, available to be unlocked in the Auntie Anne’s Rewards Program through June 23, 2024, and redeemed by July 21, 2024.
2023 Father’s Day restaurant deals & freebies
TCBY
Cool off with Dad at TCBY. Dad’s first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt and toppings are FREE on Father’s Day.
More info
Arby’s
From June 10 to 16, 2024, Arby’s is offering five Classic Roast Beef Sandwiches for just $1 each. The savings are definitely meaty at more than 75% off the regular price.
Buffalo’s Cafe
On June 16, 2024, enjoy a $10 burger with endless fries or fresh-cut Tumbleweed Chips at the restaurant. The offer is available for dine-in only.
Fazoli’s
Enjoy an Italian feast on Father’s Day! On June 16, 2024, Fazoli’s is offering a FREE regular Fettucine Alfredo or Spaghetti with meat sauce (or marinara) with any entrée purchase. Use promo code FATHERS24 at checkout.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Customers will receive a Father’s Day “card” with any purchase, which entitles their dad to a free Flavorite on his next visit to Jeremiah’s.
Marco’s Pizza
Just in time for Father’s Day, Marco’s Pizza is offering a Mega Meal Deal with a large one-topping pizza, Cheezybread and Cinnasquares for just $19.99 — use promo code MEGAMEAL.
The deal is available June 10 to 16, 2024.
Wendy’s
Give Dad the gift of bacon! From June 14 to 16, 2024, Wendy’s is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Baconator sandwich. Choose from a Breakfast Baconator, Baconator or Son of a Baconator.
More Father’s Day & Juneteenth weekend events
In previous years there were also deals from:
- Mod Pizza
