Do Father’s Day Right—Right Here in Lincoln Square

This Father’s Day, June 15, Lincoln Square is here to help you celebrate the father figures in your life with creativity, culture, great food, and special experiences.

Spend the Day with Dad

Begin your morning with a heartfelt activity at Color Me Mine’s (177 Amsterdam Avenue between West 68th and West 69th Street) Bagels with Dad event from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Share breakfast and laughter while painting pottery together—a chance to slow down and make something memorable side by side.

If your dad is a culinary enthusiast, take him to Williams Sonoma (10 Columbus Circle) at 11:00am for their Father’s Day Steak skills event. He’ll get tips for mastering the perfect steak, just in time for summer grilling season. You can find inspiration to put these skills to the test with the Father’s Day recipe menu from Whole Foods Market (10 Columbus Circle) —a flavorful way to connect over a shared love of food.

In the afternoon, attend the 3:00pm performance of Floyd Collins at Lincoln Center Theater (150 West 65th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue). Or, immerse yourselves in a musical celebration at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Like Father Like Son: Marion Cowings and AC Lincoln, with shows at 5:00pm and 7:30pm at Dizzy’s Club (Broadway at West 60th Street).

Finish off your Father’s Day celebration with dinner at Bar Boulud, featuring French classics from 4:30pm to 10:00pm—or, if you prefer an earlier meal, reserve a table for brunch, served from 11:00am to 3:30pm.

Pick out the Perfect Present

If you're looking for that perfect token of appreciation, Lincoln Square’s shops are filled with Father’s Day gifts to suit every dad’s style.

Treat him to a bit of pampering this Father’s Day. Jo Malone London and Diptyque (both located at 10 Columbus Circle) offer luxurious colognes, candles, and fragrances. For skincare favorites, stop by Kiehl’s (154 Columbus Avenue between West 66th and West 67th Street), and for haircare essentials, pick up a gift from Aveda (10 Columbus Circle). Sephora (1863 Broadway at West 62nd Street) also features a wide selection of fragrances, from classic colognes to modern eau de parfums.

For a tech-enthusiast, head over to Apple (1981 Broadway at West 67th Street) to find the perfect present. Refresh his wardrobe with stylish gifts from Hugo BOSS, J.Crew Men's Shop, H&M, and Boggi Milano—the newest shop in Lincoln Square—or help him stay active and comfortable with performance-ready gear from Alo and Lululemon. If your dad is always on the go, consider a sleek bag from TUMI, some sweet shades from Sunglass Hut, or a recovery tool from Therabody. All of these stores are conveniently located at The Shops at Columbus Circle.

Get him something for his home, like a bar tool set, espresso machine, or picture frame from West Elm (1870 Broadway at West 62nd), Williams Sonoma (10 Columbus Circle), or Pottery Barn (1965 Broadway between 66th and 67th Street). For gifts of all kinds, check out the wide selection at the Nordstrom Men's Store (225 West 57th Street at Broadway) and Target (1863 Broadway at West 61st Street). And for something a little more creative, stop by Paper Source (10 Columbus Circle) for clever cards, novelty books, and fun desk accessories.

Surprise him with an elegant box of gourmet chocolates from La Maison du Chocolat, or pick up delicate macarons, Eugénie, or chocolates from Ladurée—both located at 10 Columbus Circle. For a delicious gift that ships nationwide, explore offerings from Épicerie Boulud on Goldbelly, including grill-ready feasts, elegant brunch kits, and gourmet coffee boxes from Chef Daniel Boulud. Magnolia Bakery (200 Columbus Avenue at West 69th Street) also ships treats, like the Dad Bod Dessert Bundle, as well as many other goodies. If you're nearby, you can pick them up in person too.

This Father’s Day, create lasting memories in Lincoln Square—a neighborhood that offers the perfect blend of experiences and gifts to celebrate the special men in our lives. For even more options, visit our Neighborhood Guide.

Photo Credit: Pottery Barn