Dodger dogs, pig roasts and river cruises: 9 ways to celebrate dad in OKC on Father's Day

JaNae Williams, Oklahoman
·5 min read

It's the time of year when we celebrate the men in our lives who taught us to swing a bat, bait a hook, change a car tire and drive our moms crazy by never quite putting things back exactly where they belong.

An easy way to show dad how much you care is with a great meal. You could fire up the grill and cook at home, or you can let a local restaurant take care of the meal for you. Plus, Oklahoma City has a number of event options to truly make a day of celebrating.

Here are nine options for Father's Day fun around Oklahoma City.

1. Head to Stock & Bond for Steaks and more

The First National Center's high-end steakhouse, Stock & Bond, 138 Park Ave., will be open from noon to 8 p.m. serving up quality steaks, crab legs and more to delight dad. On special for Father's Day and throughout June, enjoy a 30-ounce Linz Heritage Angus prime t-bone finished with beef tallow and herb butter for $135 and a half-pound of Alaskan King Crab Legs with salsa verde butter, clarified butter, and a lemon wedge for $90. Stock & Bond also has an extensive selection of American whiskeys, bourbon and ryes, so you can treat dad to a pour, neat or on the rocks. Learn more and make reservations at https://www.stockandbond.com.

2. Take a Oklahoma River cruise with snacks and a bar on board

If you've already planned lunch or dinner, you can take a river cruise with dad to enjoy the outdoors. Bite size snacks and a cash bar await you on this cruise down the Oklahoma River. The cruise is an hour and a half long and $30 per person with tickets required in advance. The cruise departs at 1:30 p.m. and boarding is 15 minutes prior at 701 S. Lincoln Blvd. Visit https://okrivercruises.com/specialty-cruises for tickets and more information.

Pimento Cheeseburger and fries
Pimento Cheeseburger and fries

3. Grab a burger at Metro Diner

Treat dad to an American classic with a burger and fries at Metro Diner, 3000 West Memorial Road, Suite 109. The restaurant is serving up fresh, never frozen, 100% Angus burgers, sure to make dad's mouth water, including their BBQ Bacon Burger, Black & Bleu Burger and Pimento Cheeseburger. Metro Diner is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

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4. Wine and dine at Ludivine

Ludivine, 320 NW 10th Street, often creates specialty prix fixe dinner menus for different occasions throughout the year. The Father's Day offering is a three-course option for $55 with a $35 Scotch whisky pairing. Call 405-778-6800 or visit www.ludivineokc.com for reservations.

Father's Day at The Melting Pot
Father's Day at The Melting Pot

5. Dip into the Melting Pot for a fondue lunch or dinner

The Melting Pot, 4 E Sheridan Ave., is offering three- or four-course menus. The three-course option includes fresh salad, endless entrée and decadent chocolate fondue. Four-courses adds cheese fondue. Endless entrée features classics like Herb-Crusted Chicken, Memphis-Rubbed Pork, Shrimp, Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, and more. Three course menus are $52 per person and four course menus are $62. Book reservations online at www.meltingpot.com/reservations.aspx.

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6. Go to a whole pig roast at Castle Falls Event Venue

A whole hog roast and new family photos in a picturesque castle setting await you in The Grande Hall at Castle Falls, 820 N MacArthur Blvd. The menu includes roasted whole pig, BBQ pulled pork, grilled chicken, scalloped potatoes, honey glazed carrots, corn on the cob, desserts, beverage options and more. The venue allows you to bring a photographer and take family photos. The meal is $50 for adults and $25 for children. High chairs and booster seats are not available. Email amy@castlefalls.com or call 405-942-6133 for reservations.

People listen to music during Scissortail Park's 2022 Summer of Soul Night at Love's Travel Stops Stage and Great Lawn in Oklahoma City.
People listen to music during Scissortail Park's 2022 Summer of Soul Night at Love's Travel Stops Stage and Great Lawn in Oklahoma City.

7. Have a day in the park at Scissortail Park

Maybe dad is more of a casual guy and a family picnic is the way to go. Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th Street, has a full slate of events to make a picnic in the park a great option. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Father's Day Fest will take place in the park featuring food trucks, face painting, music, live performances, local vendors, pet adoptions, giveaways, a raffle and more. There will also be a blood drive going on during the event. The park will also be hosting an event for National Go Fishing Day from 1 to 3 p.m. with hands-on instruction in basic fishing skills — rods, reels, and bait included — another great option for some quality time with dad.

The Oklahoma City Dodgers face the Sugar Land Space Cowboys on July 27, 2022, at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark in Downtown Oklahoma City.
The Oklahoma City Dodgers face the Sugar Land Space Cowboys on July 27, 2022, at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark in Downtown Oklahoma City.

8. Buy dad some peanuts and Cracker Jacks at a Dodgers game

An option if the traditional isn't dad's speed is heading to the ballpark for a game. The Oklahoma City Dodgers will finish a four-game series against the Salt Lake City Bees at 2:05 p.m. Grab a Dodger dog or some nachos and a helmet full of ice cream and tuck in for nine innings of America's pastime. Tickets for the game start at $14 and can be purchased at okcdodgers.com.

9. Take the family for a game of kickball

Not in the mood for food? Head out to North Highland Park, NW 82nd Street & N Harvey Avenue, for free family kickball from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is a chance for families to enjoy a fun, physical activity together.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Father's Day ideas, things to do around Oklahoma City