Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day? Skip the big-box buys and check out our local gift guide packed with unique presents, tasty eats, and unforgettable experiences, all from Raleigh-area businesses. Whether he’s into great food, fun outings, or thoughtful gifts, we’ve got something special for every kind of dad.
For the Foodie Dad
- Calling all golf lovers! Try Ella’s Popcorn Hole in 1 Trio Box. This trio of flavors is set to elevate your snacking. Flavors- Bourbon Praline, Sir Roch-Cha-Cha, and Cheesy Ranch.
- Chef dads love a new sauce or condiment! Check out these local options to add to his rotation:
- Slick’s BBQ Sauce – Firefighter founded and family owned
- Mythical Inferno Hot Sauce – NC State Fair winning sauce
- Oak City Hot Sauce Co. – Chef-inspired craft hot sauces
- NC Country Roads Honey – Local bees, local honey
- Treat dad and let Donovan’s Dish do the grilling this Father’s Day! Order the Father’s Day BBQ Bundle to feed 4-6 people for $120. Orders must be placed by June 11th at 12pm.
- Check out the Father’s Day menu from Royal Cheesecake and Varieties! Orders due by June 11th.
For the Outdoorsy Dad
- Do you have a dad that can’t get enough of the outdoors? Find new gear for any outdoor activity at Great Outdoor Provision Co.!
- For the bird watcher or gardener, a gift from Logan’s Garden Shop is sure to be a hit!
- Plant dads deserve a Father’s Day gift, too! Shop plants and plant accessories at Urban Pothos.
- And for the aspiring plant dad, gift him a plant class at Copperline Plant Co.!
- Homewood Nursery and Garden Center has landscaping services, plants, tools, and more!
For the Stylish Dad
- Snag dad a new custom leather patch hat from Hound Dog Hats! They have plenty of icons and images to choose from!
- Dads love a practical gift, and what’s more practical than a new pair of jeans from Devil-Dog Dungarees?
- Find a vintage tee of dad’s alma mater or favorite sports team from Vocal Vintage!
- Funky finds and unique pieces can be found for dad at Unorthodox Vintage!
For the Beer, Bourbon, or Wine Drinking Dad
- The Surly Squirrel’s Body by Bourbon collection has the perfect t-shirts and hats for a bourbon-loving dad!
- Kettu Woodworks has handmade wooden pint and whisky glasses for a unique twist on a classic gift.
- Give a gift card or 6-pack from dad’s favorite watering holes, like Riparian Provision Co. or Pelagic Beer and Wine.
- Zin Yoga and Wine Lounge’s Celebrate Dad! event is the perfect way to treat Dad to an unforgettable evening of dancing and celebration at this magical Daddy-Daughter Dance. The event will feature a live DJ, a fairy hair & sparkle station, and yummy food! Additionally, bourbon and beer tastings will be provided just for the Dads.
- Stop by Crank Arm’s Tiki Party from 12-6pm on Father’s Day! Grab a drink, a hotdog from Dino’s Hot Dogz, and listen to the music from VibeXotica.
- Pick up a bottle (or two) of dad’s favorite wine from your local bottle shop:
- DRINK – Focused on small production wines
- Seaboard Wine – $10 tastings every Saturday
- Taylor’s Wine Shop – Shop from over 1,000 wines and local food products
- The Raleigh Wine Shop – Build a custom gift package for dad
- Wine Authorities – Shop wine from farms, not factories
- Red Line Beer and Wine – Get dad’s favorite wines delivered right to him
- D’s Bottle Shop – Take 15% off wine purchases on Fridays
For the Pet Dad
- Give the gift of pet portraits of man’s best friend from Tara Lynn & Co. Photography!
- Take a load off of dad’s back and gift him the services of Dookie Patrol for a clean yard!
- Binky and Bell has dog-themed stickers, totes, t-shirts, magnets, and more! A portion of proceeds go to local animal shelters and rescues.
- Five Freedoms Photography specializes in photos of pets and their people – perfect for dad!
- Unleashed the Dog and Cat Store makes it easy to shop for pet dads! Grab a gift their furry friend will love, like tasty treats, tough toys, doggie beer, or a gift card to pick out their favorites together!
For the Adventure Loving Dad
- What better way to spend Father’s Day with Dad than at NC Hops Fest! Come out on June 14th for unlimited samples from 30+ NC breweries, food trucks, and local vendors. Get tickets now!
- Does your dad love a good thrill? Spend the day at RushHour Karting for go-karts, golf simulators, a TV wall, drinks, games, and more!
- For the F1-loving dad, take him to Apex Racing Lab for the ultimate sim racing experience!
- Gift dad a golf or pickleball membership to Pin Point Indoor Pickleball and Golf so he can play all year long!
- For the treasure hunting dads, take him on Triangle Treasure Hunt’s Downtown Raleigh Sip and Stroll Hunt on June 14th!
- Challenge dad to an axe-throwing contest at Crazy Axe!
- Tickets to a show at Goodnights Comedy Club is sure to make dad smile! Take 20% off all gift cards with code SPRING20.
- A tap wall, duckpin bowling, darts, and karaoke? The whole family will have a great time at Jaguar Bolera!
- Snag dad and the family some tickets to a NCFC or NC Courage game!
- Tickets to a concert at Lincoln Theatre make an unforgettable gift!
- Gather family and friends for a Father’s Day weekend escape room at Whole Brain Escape! Pick a themed room based on dad’s interests.
- See a show at Pure Life Theatre to support local theater! Ride the Cyclone is on stage Father’s Day weekend.
For the Hard-To-Buy-For Dad
- Check out House of Swank’s Gifts for Dad collection, featuring punny t-shirts and gifts.
- For NC themed gifts to custom pieces, Mae Designs has gifts for the pet-loving, bourbon drinking, or NC-loving dad!
- Shop handmade wood furniture, games, and gifts at Knock on Wood by Enrique!
- Is dad looking for a new musical hobby? The gift of instrument lessons from The Musician’s Learning Center will be music to his ears!
- Swift Creek Giftworks has coasters, keychains, bookmarks, and more perfectly designed for dad.
- From MLB Stadiums to National Parks, college campuses to cities, ParMar Media has framable maps that would look great in dad’s office!
- Don’t forget the card to go with dad’s gift! Shop SKP Ink for cards any dad-joke fan will love.
- Little Details Boutique is your go-to destination for Father’s Day gifting! From grilling gear and outdoor essentials to stylish Dad-approved apparel, you’ll find just what he wants. Now through Monday, enjoy 20% off all men’s gifts, making it even easier to find the perfect present for Dad.
