Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 15th, and Portland will be abuzz with summertime vibes and bustling business districts! On this day each year, we honor fathers, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. This week, make Dad proud by supporting small businesses and your local business districts with your hard-earned dollars!

  • 82nd: Springwater Cart Park is one of the best food cart pods in all of the city! Grab some grub and have some fun with Dad amidst 30 food carts, the Crystal Guide rock shop, TBB’s Tap House, and a beer garden with outdoor seating.
  • Beaumont: If Dad is a Phish fan and loves bluegrass and brews, then Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom is a fantastic place to bring him. They host a bluegrass jam each Tuesday and other community events throughout the week.
  • Central Eastside: Scotch Lodge is a fantastic bar and restaurant that has the whiskey crowd buzzing! The’ve got low lighting, high-backed leather seats, a menu sure to get anyone drooling, and an impressive whiskey menu.
  • Foster: Does Dad love games? Check out Red Castle Games and find anything he could want to play.
  • Historic Parkrose: Parkrose Hardware is much more than your average hardware store. They have a plethora of gifts, plants, clothing, and more that any parent would love!
  • Lloyd/NE Broadway: You can’t go wrong with chocolate from Creo. If Dad really loves chocolate, their tour is a must-do! You get a fun and interactive peek behind the scenes of one of Portland’s award-winning chocolate makers.
  • Midway: The Portland Music Company brings music to everyone’s ears by being not only a great place to buy your pop a great gift, but a space that brings everyone together with lessons, performances, repairs and fun floor of musical exploration!
  • Mississippi Ave: Always ethically sourced, Paxton Gate has been offering taxidermy, butterflies, skulls, bones, fossils, crystals, and other curious treasures for over 25 years. Get Dad a gift he will never forget.
  • Montavilla: From 10am-2pm on Sunday, bring Dad to the Montavilla Farmer’s Market and enjoy strolling through one of Portland’s best markets.
  • Multnomah Village: Marco’s Cafe is hosting a Father’s Day brunch and special dinner, featuring seasonal specials on food and drink.
  • NW Industrial: If Dad is a gin lover, Aviation Gin provides an experience that he will never forget. Sign up for a tasting and tour of the distillery and get ready for some fun surprises along the way!
  • Old Town: Take Dad on a stroll through one of Portland’s most beautiful destinations, the Lan Su Chinese Garden. They have a beautiful tea shop with drinks and snacks inside of the tranquil landscapes.
  • Raleigh Hills: Ernesto’s Italian Restaurant is a fantastic place to bring Dad for dinner. The generous meatballs are hand-rolled daily along with the fresh focaccia bread and pizza dough.
  • St. Johns: What better way to show your appreciation of Dad than a gift from RoM so he can look stylish while getting out on the town.

This list is non-exhaustive. Share your Father’s Day adventures with us by tagging our Instagram and Facebook.