Celebrate With Dad This Weekend
This Sunday is Father’s Day and there are tons of fun ways to get out and have some fun with him. Dads can eat strawberries, drink beer, take a cruise, head to the mountains or check out the Pride Parade in downtown Portland. Here’s the where and when:
Kruger’s Berry Jam Festival
June 15th and 16th 11a.m- 4 p.m.
Local strawberries are here and Kruger’s has fields of them for picking. Head out to the farm on Father’s Day weekend, for the Berry Jam Festival where families can enjoy hayrides, kids’ jam making, face painting, live music, strawberry shortcake, and plenty of strawberries to pick and eat.
Berries, Brews and BBQ’s at French Prairie Gardens
June 16th 10.a.m.-5 p.m.
Dad will love sampling some of Oregon craft brewers’ best brews. And check out the amateur BBQ competition where any one is welcome to compete in three categories daily: Chicken Wings, Tri-tip, and Baby Back Pork Ribs. Bring the whole family out to enjoy a fun family-friendly festival with free admission and free parking. Also check out the hayrides, slides, the new animal barns and more.
River Brunch Cruise
Father’s Day and water seem to go hand in hand in the Pacific NW. Treat Dad to a relaxing and leisurely cruise the whole family can enjoy.
Father’s Day Brunch Cruise on the Portland Spirit
Board: Salmon Street Springs, Portland OR – map
Boarding Time: 10:30am
Cruise Time: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Father’s Day Brunch Cruise on the Willamette Star
Board: Caruthers Landing, Portland OR – map
Boarding Time: 12:30pm
Cruise Time: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Cruise from Cascade Locks
Father Day Brunch Cruise on the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler
Board: Marine Park, Cascade Locks OR – map
Cruise Time: 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
Fishing and Boat Rental at Lost Lake Resort
For dad’s who like to fish, Lost Lake is a great place to spend a little time throwing in the line. Bring your canoe or other no wake vehicle or rent one while your there.
Pedalpalooza
Get out and enjoy the bikey fun! On Father’s Day, dads can enjoy an ice cream ride and the no hands Olympics. Visit shift2bikes.org for the full schedule.
Portland Pride
Hit the streets and get in on the fun at the 2013 Portland Pride Festival. The Portland Pride Parade begins June 16th at 11a.m. at Burnside and NW Park.
