9 Ways to Celebrate Father's Day

All Weekend
Beers and golf, nothing more needed to say to get dad excited for his special day. Enjoy a few rounds on the 18-hole mini golf course while enjoying brews for the 2016 Newport Storm Brew.S. Open. $5/person per round, Foursome package $40. June 18, 12pm. June 19, 5pm. 293 JT Connell Road, Newport. More info...

Give dad a taste of Italy this weekend at Trattoria Roma on Federal Hill. The best part? His meal is complimentary. Saturday: 5-11 pm, Sunday: 2-9 pm. 310 Atwells Ave, Providence. 401-331-5000. More info... 

June 18
For dads who love to cook, Professor Chef is having a Father’s Day surf and turf cooking class. Spend time with dad while sharing one of his favorite things to do. You’ll be glad he took this lesson when you’re craving it for dinner again. $75. 6:30-9pm. 41 Lookout Avenue, North Providence. More info...

June 19
Today’s the day to putt dad first. Take dad to Laurel Lane Country Club for their first annual Father’s Day BBQ! Enjoy all your favorite BBQ foods and participate in putting contests for the whole family. Adults $20, Kids (ages 4-10), Free for kids under 4. $11. 12-5pm. 309 Laurel Lane, West Kingston. More info...

Hope & Main is kicking off its weekly interactive outdoor market with a tribute to “Dude Food.” There will be a beer garden curated by Bucket Brewery of Pawtucket as well as two dozen vendors, live music, and a free cooking demonstration of favorite “Dude Foods” such as grilled sausages, peppers, and burgers. Free to the public. June 19. 10 am-2pm. 691 Main Street, Warren. 245-7400. More info...

Dad will have a shell of a good time at the 3rd Annual Bristol Oyster Festival. This family fun event supports the March of Dimes RI Chapter and will feature music, pony rides, shucking demonstrations, a silent auction and more. Local oysters and a variety of food and beverages will be available. Free admission, food and beverage tickets for sale. 11am-4pm. 258 Thames Street, Bristol. More info...

Dads get free admission Roger Williams Park Zoo when they attend with a paying child. 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence. 785-3510. More info...

Just in time for Father’s Day, The Melting Pot is offering a four course fondue dinner with an endless entrée for the whole family. The Endless Fondue offer will be available until June 23. $39.95/person. 199 Providence Place, Providence. More info...

Spend quality time with dad on a relaxing boat ride with the Providence River Boat Company’s Father’s Day Tours. Enjoy this 45-minute tour with a cold beer for dad and a refreshing cocktail for you from the Hot Club, or BYOB. Reservations are required. Adults $20, Kids (ages 3-15) $15, Free for kids under 3. 10am-7pm. 575 South Water Street, Providence. More info...