Father’s Day Ideas Around Albany: From Relaxing to Adventurous

Treat your dad to something nice this Father’s Day. Take him to Albany, Georgia, where there are plenty of ways to make your old man feel the love! With its riverside charm and lively city atmosphere, Albany is the perfect place to find inspiration for Dad’s deepest desire. Whether your pops is an outdoorsman with a respect for river rafting or an old fogey who likes a good stogie, Albany has a wide range of Dad-friendly activities and gift options this Father’s Day!

Make your first stop Billows Cigar Haven and treat your father to relaxation in style. With quality cigars, refined cocktails, great food, and even greater company, Billows is a true smoker’s sanctuary that offers a memorable Father’s Day experience for all dads who deserve a day to kick back and exhale. This luxury cigar lounge is available to both members and non-members, with a rotating selection of cigars, flavorful southern cuisine, and quality drinks. Cater to your dad’s inner mob-movie fantasies and enjoy some quality time at Billows with your old man!

If you want to get in touch with your father’s inner child, consider bringing him to Up 2 You Entertainment for anything from axe throwing to rage rooms, splatter painting, spin art, air hockey, a brand-new golf simulator, and so much more! This family owned and operated business supports families who enjoy throwing stuff, smashing stuff with a sledgehammer, throwing paint at the wall, watching the wonders of centrifugal force, simulated hole-in-ones, and the age-old classic: foosball. Up 2 You Entertainment is your fun-loving father’s haven, so be sure that the entertainment this Father’s Day is left Up 2 You!

Remember, you can (and should) feed the fathers on this special day, so do it in style and treat all the dad, grandpas, and uncles in your life to a delicious Father’s Day brunch at the historic St. Nicholas Hotel. Reserve your spot now for June 21st and enjoy a traditional American breakfast at the 1906 Brasserie - the St. Nicholas Hotel’s very own in-house restaurant. Father’s Day Brunch at the 1906 Brasserie will be held from 11 – 2PM and spots are running out, so be sure to call (229-647-9009) and reserve your table today! Or, if brunch isn’t your dad’s thing, take the old man out for a drink at the Brasserie’s bar (if you want to stay close to your boutique room and exquisite accommodations), or trek on over to The Flint for some snacks and a round (on you)!

Take it outside this Dad’s Day and visit Albany’s Flint River Municipal Golf Course. Crack a beer with the boys on an 18-hole golf course and take in picturesque pines, ponds, and abundant wildlife as you take each other on! Don’t just take him golfing, give your dad the whole kit-n-kaboodle - treat him to the club-member experience by taking him to the Clubhouse, the Pro Shop, and then the snack bar! Make this Father’s Day a hole-in-one!

Choose nostalgia this Father’s Day. Take him fishing on the Flint River and spend a quiet day with your favorite old man. Essential items to bring include ice-cold beer, plenty of bait, Willie Nelson on the mp3, and a camera to catch Dad’s “big fish” pic! Or, for the sportier aquatic dads, check out Cheehaw Boating and Kayaking with Kayak Attack! Take your dad on a creek trip and spend a day in the sun paddling along a lazy Georgia river, enjoying the beautiful natural views available in Albany, GA.

Fathers! This is the one day in a year where you get to strut your stuff, so go out on the town and grab some fresh new threads to wear out to your fancy Father’s Day steak dinner! Whether you prefer buying or renting sharp suits, just know that JT Esquire Men’s Store has you covered; browse suits, tuxedos, ties, trousers, vests, cufflinks, and more here. If you’re looking to treat yourself and invest in looking your very best, find yourself a pair of quality shoes at Rabbitman’s, where elevating men’s style meets comfortable and affordable footwear. Or simply grab yourself a new pair of everyday shoes (because as a dad, you know you’ll need to stay on your toes) at Albany’s Best Running, a new shop that has just opened up in time for some Father’s Day foot traffic!

Lastly, show your dad just how much he means to you by getting him a gift unique to him at the Albany Father’s Day Craft & Vendor Market! Open on Saturday June 13th and Sunday June 14th, this market will have one-of-a-kind items to gift to that one-of-a-kind father, and plenty of unique sights and snacks to add to the festival experience! Take this opportunity to buy something special and handmade to show you care this Father’s Day!