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Day Out with Dad: Father's Day Fun in Long Beach

Neckties and coffee mugs are all well and good, but the best Father’s Day gift is simply spending time together. Luckily, Long Beach makes that easy with plenty of fun, memorable ways to celebrate Dad. Whether he’s into baseball, golf, ocean breezes, high-flying thrills or just relaxing with a beverage, Long Beach offers experiences that are a lot more meaningful than another last-minute gift.

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POP-UPS WITH POP, LONG BEACH COAST

Dads and baseball go together perfectly, and now Long Beach has its own pro team that you can enjoy together. Spend Father’s Day with the Long Beach Coast at historic Blair Field (4700 Deukmejian Dr) during the club’s Pop-Ups with Pop promotion on June 21. Watch the 1:05 PM game against the Yuba-Sutter Freebirds, grab a couple of hot dogs, soak in the summer sunshine and relax while swapping stories with Dad. It’s the kind of easygoing Father’s Day outing that can turn into a lasting family tradition.

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COASTAL CALIFORNIA TOUR, MAVERICK HELICOPTERS

From its heliport at the Queen Mary Terminals (1175 Queens Hwy), Maverick Helicopters offers unforgettable aerial tours of Southern California. Its Coastal California tour makes a perfect Father’s Day gift for dads who love adventure and spectacular scenery. Departing from Long Beach, the 30-minute flight soars above Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and the Queen Mary. With panoramic ocean views, expert pilots, and a luxury experience, Maverick creates lasting memories that goes far beyond a traditional Father’s Day gift.

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GOLF

Of course, traditions are traditions for a reason and one of the true Father's Day customs is taking Pop for a round of golf. Yes, golf, that wonderful/horrible game that allows you plenty of quality time with the Old Man. Long Beach has many great courses–both 9 and 18 holes–of varying degrees of difficulty, so it’s fun and easy to tee it up with Dad for a few hours in the sunshine.

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FIRM HANDS

Treat Dad to a relaxing, rejuvenating experience at Firm Hands (3300 E Broadway). Specializing in therapeutic sports as well as comforting massages, their licensed therapists customize each session to address individual needs. With services like deep tissue, trigger point therapy, along with personalized sports massage therapy, cryotherapy, infrared sauna, and cold plunge/hot tub, Dad will leave feeling appreciated and terrific!

SPORTS BARS

Speaking of golf, for half a century the final round of the world’s most important golf tournament–the US Open–has been held on Father’s Day Sunday. This makes it a great time to kick back with Dad at one of Long Beach’s many great sports bars–including Legends, the place that invented the concept. Share burgers, wings and cold drinks while watching the world’s best golfers compete for a slice of history.

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Steve Lowery
Steve Lowery is a longtime local. Over the years he has written for the Los Angeles Times, ESPN, and others. If you're looking for the hidden gems of Long Beach, Steve is your go-to.

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