Bring out Dad’s inner kid this Father’s Day! Shovel in a hearty pancake breakfast alongside your local firefighters, hike or steam-train into the redwoods, learn about art and science, grab some BBQ, or all of the above. We’ve got events around Santa Cruz County that will celebrate Pops all day long! Check out more info below. All events take place on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Cheers to you, Daddy-O!
DADS & GRADS FRIDAY OR SATURDAY BBQ
Head to the Sunset Patio overlooking Monterey Bay for lip-smacking BBQ and live music in the evening. The View restaurant at Chaminade can welcome large parties up to 20 people. $45 per person. $20 per child 12 and under. Reservations required
The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
831.465.3452
https://www.chaminade.com/seasonal-events/grads-dads-bbq/
FATHER’S DAY FLIGHT
Celebrate Dad at Nicholson Vineyards! Head to this Aptos winery the Saturday before Father’s Day, June 14th for a relaxing day at the vineyard and their annual Father’s Day Flight featuring the release of their ’22 Petite Sirah and a delicious Corralitos sausage sandwich. Registration required. $45 per person.
Nicholson Vineyards Winery
2800 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Aptos, CA 95003
831.724.7071
https://nicholsonvineyards.com/event/fathers-day-flight-2/
39TH ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The Zayante Firefighters Association has consistently served the best breakfast in town. This fundraiser is the only fund drive in the community for the Firefighters Association. The Zayante Firefighters association provides equipment to the firefighters and assists the district with major purchases. In the past, the association has bought new carpet and audio/ visual equipment for classroom upgrades, medical bags, pulse oximeters, a training laptop, new uniforms and new CPR airway kits. Support Your Local Fire Department and share some pancakes, eggs, ham, and side dishes for a fun Father’s Day celebration! Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids 6 – 12, and free for kids 5 and younger! 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Enjoy raffles, silent auction, kids’ bounce house, and live entertainment. Parking is limited. The Zayante firefighters are gladly accepting donations of food, auction items and entertainment equipment. Cash donations are also gladly accepted.
Zayante Fire Protection District
7700 East Zayante Road
Felton, California 95018
831.335.5100
https://www.zayantefire.org
FATHER’S DAY SUNDAY BRUNCH
Chaminade Resort & Spa will be serving special brunch and dinner menus in honor of Dad. Reservations recommended. Sunday Brunch – $49.99 Adults, $18.95 Children 6-12*, and under 6 dine free. Father’s Day Taste Of Italy Sunday Dinner – $32.99 Adults, $19.99 Children 6-12*, and under 6 dine free. $20 special event valet parking; self parking complimentary.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
One Chaminade Lane
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
800.283.6569
https://www.chaminade.com/seasonal-events/graduation-fathers-day-brunch/
FATHER’S DAY STEAM TRAIN or BREW TRAIN
Enjoy a good ol’ fashioned ride on the steam train, followed by an afternoon in the town of Roaring Camp. Salute Dad on Father’s Day by treating him to a ride on a steam train and then tuck into an old-fashioned Chuck Wagon BBQ platter. Humble Sea Brewing will be pouring the best local brew for sale. The steam train in the forest lasts 75 minutes and the train to the beach and back is a 3 hour trip. Or go in reverse and take the train from the beach to Roaring Camp with dad and finish the trip back at the beach after abut 4 hours.
Roaring Camp Railroads, Inc.
5401 Graham Hill Road
Felton, California 95018
831.335.4484
https://www.roaringcamp.com
FATHER’S DAY STEAKHOUSE DINNER
Treat dad or your grad to a traditional steakhouse dinner at The View Restaurant & Bar. A la carte menu featuring Angus Braveheart Ribeye, Tomahawk Bone-in Ribeye, Filet Mignon and more. Reservations required. Follow the link in the orange button above.
The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
831.465.3452
https://www.chaminade.com/seasonal-events/fathers-day-dinner/
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