Prince William, Virginia just 30 miles outside DC, offers a wide selection of Father’s Day specials and events to entice dads of all types. Celebrate the sports fan, the music lover, the beer lover, the adventurer, or the history buff this Father’s Day.

For the Sport Fan

PNAT game

Father’s day is often about spending time with family.  What better way to do that than to enjoy a ball game?  Head out to Pfitzner Stadium and cheer on the Potomac Nationals as they take on the BC Astros (Astros Affiliate). Enjoy a pre-game picnic, giveaways and a special vendor expo. 

Looking to spend some time out on the golf course? Tee off at one of Prince William's pristine golf courses or relieve some stress at a driving range. 

Prefer to spend the day on the water? Head over to  Penguin Paddling. in Occoquan. Enjoy paddle boarding tours through Neabsco Creek and the Occoquan River, kayaking recreationally or floating past Occoquan's historic waterfront. Penguin Paddling is a fun experience for all. 

For the Seafood Lover

Surprise dad with a visit to the newly opened 2 Silos Brewing/Farm Brew Live for their 1st Annual Seafood Boil.  Enjoy delicious craft beer, tasty foods and live music by David Thong and Jerry Irwin.

For the Drink Connoisseur

beer steins

Take a sip of history in Northern Virginia as you hop between twenty locations to complete the Steins Vines and Moonshine Trail. This Trail contains various stops in eastern Prince William, western Prince William, and Manassas. 

Looking for a German beer but not up to flying? Bad Wolf Brewing Company is a locally owned and locally run German inspired brewery located in Manassas. Founders Jeremy and Sarah Meyers infuse local ingredients with German inspiration to create the perfect craft brew for dads. Enjoy a delicious authentic beer while the kids play and eat free popcorn. 

For the History Buff

Manassas Battlefield

Take dad on a Father’s Day tour of various Prince William County Historic sites including Rippon Lodge, Ben Lomond, and the Brentsville Courthouse. This is perfect for the dad that enjoys learning about military history, historic construction and preservation, or just taking in the great outdoors.

Get front row seats at Manassas National Battlefield Park for their special Father’s Day weekend. Go back in time to the First and Second Battles of Manassas by attending an infantry and artillery demonstration at Henry Hill where you will witness camp life and drills.

Stop by The Winery at  Bull Run for a scenic historical view and a glass of local wine. Enjoy live music and sample authentic Mexican food by El Charrito Food Truck (12–5pm).

For the Music Lover

Poison at Jiffy Lube Live

Turn up the volume and enjoy the 80'S vibe as you watch Bret Michaels and Poison at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow.  The “Nothin’ But A Good Time Tour 2018 starts at 7pm.  

For the Adventurer

Fishing Leeslyvania

Whether you are a history buff, or an outdoor person Leesylvania State Park is a perfect combination of both. Enjoy a fun day full of activities starting with fishing for bass off the pier. After you catch it, fry up on the grill for a nice meal under one of the many picnic pavilions. Finally, walk off all the food as you hike along one of the many trails connecting the famous Fairfax and Lee families. Not enough history for you? Leesylvania State park also includes a museum with artifacts from the local area such as history from the Native American lands and the Civil War battle sites. 

Nothing is better than hitting the outdoors than a night of camping in the heart of history! At the Greenville Farms Family Campground in Haymarket, enjoy a night of s’mores, campfires, and memories. The 200 acre farm offers various amenities to make your planning easy; including hot showers, picnic tables, and a camp store.