1Go Paint Balling
eclipse_images//Getty Images Paint balling is a colorful and competitive way to spend the afternoon with dad. Last man standing wins, but dad still gets to decide where to go for dinner.
2Go Stargazing
Getty Images Get out the telescope or simply lie down on the grass and gaze up at the night sky. See if you can catch a shooting star. Then trace the season's constellations.
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3Catch Fireflies
Getty Images June means firefly season. Head out at dusk when these little lightning bugs are most active. You can catch a few in a glass jar but don't forget to let them back out at the end of the night.
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4Build a Pillow Fort
JGI/Jamie Grill Dads can make some pretty elaborate pillow forts. Test dad's skills and help him build the ultimate pillow fort. Once you're done, climb on in to do some cozy reading.
5Tackle a DIY Project
Marko Geber//Getty Images Tackling a DIY project can be fun if you do it as a family. Whether it's painting a room or building a bird house, working together is a great way to spend Father's Day.
6Make a New Playlist
Getty Images Treat dad to the ultimate playlist featuring some of his favorite songs plus a few new ones that you know he'll like. Put some thought into it and print out a song list with the reasons why you chose each one.
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7Set Up a Science Experiment
FatCamera//Getty Images Kids are notorious for asking a ton of questions. Answer some of them with a family science project. Together you can learn about chemical reactions, photosynthesis, and more.
8Start a New Collection
Getty Images Whether dad collects stamps, coins, or another hard-to-find item, help him dig up some new material for his collection. If he doesn't, think about starting a new one that can become a Father's Day tradition, like seashells, model cars, or coffee mugs.
9Go Shopping
M_a_y_a//Getty Images Take dad on a mini shopping spree. Dads are always hard to shop for but if he picks out his own gift, he's sure to love it.
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10Learn More About Your Family Tree
Harrison Eastwood/Getty Whether you go through a family photo album or do some research on Ancestry.com, sit down with dad and learn more about his family. Who knows, you just might learn something new.
11Do Some Gardening
Maste Spending time in the garden is a relaxing way to spend Father's Day. Plant some new flowers, herbs, or vegetables. Don't forget the cold drinks and sunblock.
12See Live Music
monkeybusinessimages//Getty Images Take dad to a good old-fashioned rock concert, or live music event of his choice so he can jam out to his favorite tunes. No time for a concert? If your child plays an instrument, treat dad to a live living room concert.
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13Volunteer Together
SDI Productions Giving back feels good. Make it a family affair by volunteering at a local charity on Father's Day. It might just become a tradition.
14Participate In a Scavenger Hunt
Gareth Webb//Getty Images Prep your own scavenger hunt for dad. Give him a list of items, then let him loose in his own house or around the neighborhood. Let the last item on the list be a Father's Day present.
15Complete a Jigsaw Puzzle
LOUISE BEAUMONT//Getty Images Sit down and work on a jigsaw puzzle with dad. There are so many to choose from online that you can definitely find one in a subject he likes.
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16Have a Water Balloon Fight
s1llu//Getty Images As the weather starts to heat up, you'll need a way to cool down. Challenge dad to a water balloon fight and let the fun begin.
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17Make a Scrapbook
Wavebreakmedia//Getty Images Sure, Dad could probably scroll through Facebook or Instagram and marvel at his favorite family photos. And yes, digital picture frames are certainly a thing. But sometimes, there's nothing better than putting together a one-of-a-kind scrapbook that highlights your family in all their hilarious, goofy, loving glory. Dad will no doubt love picking out his favorite pictures and writing descriptions of some of his favorite family memories.
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18Take a Music Class
Rebecca Nelson//Getty Images Maybe your dad isn't ready to leave his garage band playing days in the past. Or maybe he has always wanted to learn to play the piano or the guitar. Either way, if your dad is the musical type, he would no doubt love the opportunity to learn how to play a new instrument or perfect his musical skills.
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19Take a Virtual Cooking Class
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