While I don’t know if I’d trust my dad in the cockpit of a real plane, I can handle him maneuvering a fake one. AviaSim’s flight simulator packages let you experience the thrill of controlling an airplane, without the possibility of an almost-certain death. From soaring over the Rocky Mountains to the barren deserts, an AviaSim experience will certainly thrill dads who routinely check the flight map anytime they see a plane pass overhead.
Discovery Package $135, can book anytime. Duo Package (two can fly) $169 | 16615 109 Ave, Edmonton | 888.831.5423 | aviasim.ca
A relaxing brunch with your dad is a great way to celebrate his special day — but what about doing so while cruising down the North Saskatchewan River? Tell Dad to leave his fishing rods at home, because aboard the Edmonton Riverboat, there will be a hearty spread of food available — tuscan salad, waffles, bacon, even half-priced pints of beer. For early risers there is a morning brunch, and an afternoon option if part of dad’s request is to sleep in.
$100 for adults, $80 for seniors and kids aged 3-13 | June 14 & 15 | 9734 98 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.424.2628 | edmontonriverboat.ca
Mustangs, Corvettes, Ferraris and your family minivan — all will be on display revving and roaring at the Father’s Day car show at Celebration Church (okay, maybe leave the minivan in the parking lot). This all-ages event will be bustling with food trucks, a family fun zone and a performance from the Tsunami Brothers, an instrumental surf band. Whether your dad is dreaming of acquiring his vintage car collection, or has one of his own (in which case make sure to register it so it can be part of the show!), this car show is the ideal way to spend a Sunday.
The Father’s Day Car Show is free to attend |Sunday June 15, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Celebration Church, 7215 Argyll Road NW, Edmonton | fathersdaycarshow.ca
Of course, we can’t leave out the dads who love a captivating performance. Spotlight Cabaret’s show, Life is a Cabaret, is an eclectic fusion of drag, burlesque, comedy and magic. Hopefully you don’t end up with a wannabe magician on your hands after watching the show. But we’d support him either way.
$39.99 per person | June 13 & 14 at 7:00 p.m. | 8217 104 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.760.0202 | spotlightcabaret.ca
For the artists in your life (and those aspiring to be) why not try your hand at glassblowing? The Wine & Whiskey Glassblowing class at Under the Sun in Leduc offers a hands-on experience where you make your very own wine or whiskey tumbler — the perfect souvenir to take home. The only downside? Dad may have found a very expensive new hobby.
$168 per person | Starts June 13 and runs weekly | 4915 50th Ave, Leduc | 780.739.1112 | underthesun.glass
