Father’s Day is June 19 and there are many ways to celebrate the fun in Los Angeles this year. From Father’s Day gifts to Fathers Day Events in Los Angeles, it will be hard to choose just one. For that extra touch match up your Father’s Day gifts to your choice of Father’s Day Events in Los Angeles and Southern California. There’s nothing like treating my pop like a King with extra special Father’s Day gifts.
The Music Lover
Event – Sometimes I wish I could go back in the 60s and 70s and get tickets to Led Zeppelin or the Beatles. Luckily, it looks like those decades are coming to Father’s Day events in Southern California this year. On June 18th, Ventura will turn into the Johnny Cash Music Festival with live tribute bands, a Pin-Up Girl Pageant, a kid’s corral and more.
Event – To see a real band from the 60s and 70s, be sure to grab tickets now!! Happening June 11th, Jethro Tull will be at The Greek Theatre causing tons of fun in Los Angeles soon! They will be playing the Aqualung album plus favorites from the last 42 years. This is one of those Father’s Day events in Los Angeles you won’t want to miss.
Gift – An eco-friendly Father’s Day gift for a music lover is record bowls. These DIY Father’s Day gifts can turn old records into usable bowls. Go to a thrift store and shop for old records. It can be tons of fun to make Father’s Day gifts!
The Film Guy
Event – If Dad loves watching movies, take him to the LA Film Fest! Happening June 16-26, there are many films playing including live interviews with famous celebs. Give your Dad the Film Guide and let him choose what he wants to see! You can even get him a festival pass to see multiple films and events in Los Angeles.
Gift – A green Father’s Day gift the film lover is the book Shooting in the Wild by Chris Palmer. Palmer, a wildlife documentarian, is also the founder of the Center for Environmental Filmmaking. An engaging read, Palmer discusses how wildlife films are produced and what needs to be changed.
The Cook
Event – Instead of Dad cooking for you on Father’s Day, take him to “Take Time to Toast Dad.” These Father’s Day events in Los Angeles allow you to treat the cook to a brunch or dinner with live entertainment. There’s a large variety of food and a lot of fun in Los Angeles to go around on June 18th and 19th.
Event – If Dad wants to cook on Father’s Day then help him prepare the meal! The California Grunion Run happens all summer long, so it’s more than a Father’s Day event in Los Angeles. Check the schedule before you go, but remember, in order to catch California Grunion you must have a fishing license.
Gift – Vegetarian Cookbooks and Green BBQs are the most popular when it comes to green Father’s Day gifts. It’s recommended to go green with a wood pellet grill or a grill that use natural charcoal for the home, for Father’s Day gifts consider getting a Hot-Pot BBQ. It’s a potted plant that is also a BBQ!
The Sports Dude
Event – Keep dad in Los Angeles on Father’s Day and take him to a Dodgers vs. Astros game during Father’s Day Weekend. On Friday night the game will include Friday Night Fireworks, on Saturday kids get a free ticket to Universal Studios, and on Sunday afternoon the fun begins with Father’s Day events in Los Angeles. Father’s Day events include music, food and fun before the game, free Father’s Day BBQ aprons, and after the game, families can go on the field to play catch with foam baseballs!
Gift – Nothing is better than getting a sports guy new sporting equipment as Father’s Day gifts. Respect is a company that sells certified green and Fair Trade sporting equipment. Check them out for fun Father’s Day gifts!
The Green Geek
Event – This year travel outside of Los Angeles for Father’s Day events. The Orange County Green Expo and Dana Point Harbor Boat Show is happening June 9th through June 12th. Boats will be on display, food trucks will be present, and eco-friendly topics and products will be presented. Eco-friendly products at the Expo will not only contribute to marine living but everyday living as well. Sounds like a day of fun and a possible shopping opportunity for Father’s Day gifts! Like the event on Facebook to stay up-to-date!
Gift – There are tons of fun Father’s Day gifts to give a green geek. Here are a few ideas to get you started: An Energy Monitor makes it easy to monitor power use on home appliances and detect drafts in order to lower monthly bills and save “Father” Earth. A hemp tie gives a twist to traditional Father’s Day gifts, and electronics cases are always good Father’s Day gifts! These iPhone and iPad cases are made from natural materials and are handcrafted in Portland!