Father’s Day Ideas, Austin Edition
posted June 15, 2026Father’s Day 2026 is Sunday, June 21 and dads deserve self-care too! Treat him to his favorite things for Father’s Day in Austin, Texas with these fun activities and gift ideas.
Grab A Cold One
Take Dad on a tour of the local breweries near Viva Day Spa Domain Northside in North Austin. He’ll love the beers on tap at local favorites like Hopsquad Brewing or Austin Beerworks. While you’re there, why not book a spa treatment for dad? We recommend the Mandatory Spa Package.
Grab a Paddle
Gift him a set of pickleball paddles from Recess Pickleball and head out for a friendly tournament with another family. Check out their list of free public courts around Austin!
Grab a Club
Just around the corner from our Downtown Austin spa location sits an laid-back, walkable nine-hole course right in the heart of the city. If Dad’s idea of a perfect day involves fresh air, a little friendly competition, and zero pressure, Butler Pitch & Putt is calling his name. This Austin classic has been a neighborhood favorite since 1950. Pair a round of golf with a visit to Viva Lamar, and you’ve got a Father’s Day he’ll actually want to repeat.
Better yet, enter our giveaway on Instagram for a free round for 4, $50 gift card, and Viva Signature Massage ($300+ value) before June 21, 2026 for his lucky chance to win.
Grab an Adventure
Head out of the city for to Hamilton Pool Vineyard & Farms for an afternoon of wine & BBQ. It’s a family-owned vineyard located just 20 miles from Austin City Limits that proudly offers hand-crafted wines, many produced from the 9-acre estate vineyard. Their boutique wines are processed in a French style, making them unique among other Texas Hill Country wineries.
Grab an Old Fashioned
Cocktails anyone? Treat Dad to a whiskey tasting at Still Austin Whiskey Co. Their world-class distillery, located in the heart of Austin, is open every day for the public to have a drink, listen to live music, take a tour, or book a group outing.
Grab Some R&R
The perfect Father’s Day Gift ideas in Austin, TX? Send him off to Viva Day Spa + Med Spa for a specially crafted spa service for men. Book dad an appointment for a relaxing massage, Mandatory Facial, Manly-cure manicure, or delight him with our Mandatory Spa Package for Men. Not sure what to get him? How about a Father’s Day spa gift certificate to use any time. Call us at 512-300-2256 or book online now — spaces for these Father’s Day spa services fill up fast!
Happy Father’s Day!
More Things To Do In Austin
We’re full of ideas about how to make the most of your special days and holidays in Austin, our home town. In case you’re interested, here are more articles we’ve written about where to go and what to do!
- The Best Coffee Shops in Austin
- Some of our Favorite Places to Shop for Gifts in Austin
- Indoor Things To Do When It’s Raining in the ATX (we’re always doing a rain dance)
- Best Austin Couples Activities,Valentine’s Day edition