Things to do this Father’s Day

Escape room, clay pigeon shooting, free beer, comedy show

Last updated: Tuesday, 04 June 2024

We’ve rounded up amazing ways to make Father’s Day extra special this year. There’s a comedy festival, spa & stay special in a 1920s manor, superhero escape room, museum with over 200 classic motorbikes, and you can even paint your own beer mug. Plus, try clay pigeon shooting. Here are ten things to do with the dad(s) in your life.

TRY ONE OF THE BEST COFFEE’S IN CAPE TOWN?

This coffee shop has won five “Best Coffee in Cape Town” awards, partly thanks to its special Isabella blend. Isabella is named after the founder’s daughter, who was born the week her dad released his coffee blend to the South African market. It’s 100% Arabica coffee with a dark chocolate and roasted hazelnut aftertaste. You can taste it at mischu in Sea Point. 

Date: Monday to Saturday, 6:45am to 5:30pm; Sunday & public holidays, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Cost: From R119 for a smoked beef burger

85 Regent Road | Sea Point | @mischucoffee | Image: mischu

SEE THIS SPA & STAY SPECIAL

This charming 1920s manor house recently opened and it has fantastic specials. If you book an overnight stay in a garden suite, dad gets a free 90-minute rose quartz back massage, crystal hydrating express facial, and sauna experience. Plus, there’s a fine dining restaurant with a changing menu at Palm House Boutique Hotel. 

Date: Sunday, 16 June 2024

Cost: R3 760 per night, book via 021 745 5008 or info@palmhouse.co.za 

10 Oxford Street | Wynberg | Cape Town | @palmhousehotel | Image: Palm House Boutique Hotel

SHOOT CLAY PIGEONS WITH DAD

You and dad can feel just like John Wick and The Terminator at this two-hour experience where you shoot clay pigeons using real bullets. The shooting is done outdoors on a shaded deck, with the clay pigeons hung up across various distances. You don’t need any prior experience to enjoy Clay Pigeon Adventures. 

Date: Tuesdays to Saturdays, group slots at 10am, 12am and 2pm

Cost: From R650, book via Clayed.co.za

Clay Hub | Lourensford Wine Estate | Lourensford Road | Somerset West | @claypigeon_adventures | Image: Clay Pigeon Adventures

PLAY SUPERHERO FOR 75 MINUTES

This thrilling new superhero-themed experience might be the best escape room in the world. Let dad unleash his inner superhero as you team up to save the day against a vengeful villain wreaking havoc on Cape Town. Plus, he gets a free gift on arrival. Find out more about HintHunt Africa’s Marble.

Date: Monday to Thursday, 10am to 7pm; Friday & Saturday; 10am to 8.30pm; Sunday 10am to 5.30pm

Cost: R395pp, book via Hinthunt.co.za

Watershed | 17 Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | @hinthuntafrica | Image: Claire Photography

PAINT A BEER MUG

The Clay Café is celebrating Father’s Day by giving out free beer all weekend. From 14 to 16 June, all dads get a free beer when they paint a beer mug or tiki mug. Plus, if you buy two Stella draughts, you’ll get a chalice glass for free. 

Date: Sunday, 16 June; 9am to 6pm

Cost: R45 studio fee, plus the cost of the item; book via Claycafe.co.za

199 Bree Street | Cape Town City Centre | @claycafe_inthecity | Image: Clay Café in the City

SEE OVER 200 CLASSIC MOTORCYCLES

There are more than 200 state-of-the-art modern classic motorbikes on display (ranging from the early 1910s to 1974) at the Helderberg Motorcycle Museum. There’s also a collection of paraphernalia like petrol tanks, vintage signs, and pumps that celebrate motorcycling through the ages. Plus, you can dine at the restaurant on site after the tour.  

Date: Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 3.30pm

Cost: Free (kids under 12); R100 for adults

16 Old Sir Lowry's Pass Road | Helderberg Rural | Cape Town | @motorcycle_museum | Image: Helderberg Motorcycle Museum

ROCK OUT TO THE BEATLES

Watch a The Beatles tribute show centred around a selection of some of their most beloved songs. Featuring Duck Chowles, Andy Murray and The Retro Rewind Band, the show includes classics like "She Loves You" and "A Hard Day's Night" to iconic Simon & Garfunkel compositions such as "Homeward Bound" and "Mrs. Robinson."  

Date: Sunday, 16 June; 6pm to 9.30pm

Cost: R200, book via Quicket

Chapman’s Peak Drive | Noordhoek | @caferoux | Image: Cafe Roux 

TREAT DAD TO A FATHER’S DAY FEAST

You can spoil dad with a special Sunday lunch that’s all about South African classics; think braai-style meals with a fine dining twist. There’s biltong-spiced lamb chops, braaibroodjies, and truffle pap. End off with malva pudding cheesecake and melktert ice cream at FYRE Dining. 

Date: Wednesday to Saturday, 12pm to 11pm; Sunday, 12pm to 8pm

Cost: Fyre bites starting from R80

1-12 Contractorpad | Simondium | Paarl | @fyre_diningsa | Image: @marcellenel_

GO TO THE JIVE FUNNY FESTIVAL

South Africa’s favourite, oldest, and largest comedy festival. The Jive Cape Town Funny Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and has popular comedic acts lined up like Alan Committie, Dalin Oliver, Yaaseen Barnes, Emo & Loukmaan Adams, and many more. 

Date: 11 June to 7 July; 4pm & 8pm shows

Cost: From R130, book via Funnyfestival.co.za

The Baxter Theatre | Main Road | Rondebosch | Cape Town | @baxtertheatre | Image: Cape Town Funny Festival

BUILD YOUR OWN CHOCOLATE BAR

Choco-o-lattes, flash nitrogen ice cream, and build-a-bar experiences. This is what you’ll find at the colourful chocolate store on Buitenkant Street. They’ve got “bon bombs” in flavours like pomegranate molasses in a purple pyramid and pop butter in a tiny pink croissant (filled with a surprise). Plus, you can make your own chocolate bar at Rapt in Cape Town. 

Date: Monday, 9am to 6pm; Tuesday to Saturday; 9am to 9pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm

Cost: Bon bombs starting from R20

39 Buitenkant Street | Cape Town City Centre | @raptindulgence | Image: Lindsey Appolis

By Khadeeja Adams

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