The Best Things To Do With Dad This Father’s Day In Auckland 2026

Father’s Day is just around the corner (6 September if you’re wondering) and while not all of us have a father we almost certainly all have someone who’s unabashedly cracked dad jokes with reckless abandon.

Whether it’s your Work Dad, your House Dad, your Chosen Dad, your uncle, grandad or friend, or the one whose blood runs in your veins, Father’s Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation. 

Here are some of the best things to do with your dad this Father’s Day.

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Where To Eat And Drink In Auckland This Father's Day

Feast Up Large On Fish And Chips 

Practically the national treasure of feeds, if your dad's a fush and chup kinda guy, Regatta Bar and Eatery in Takapuna is the place to book. This long lunch delivers on the goods, with market fresh oysters to kick off the festivities, in Tuatara beer-battered or natural edits. Best chased by a stroll along the glorious Takapuna Beach and a cheeky gelato from Takapuna Beach cafe (or slab of tiramisu from Takapuna Beach Club). Plus, you might just win the whole bill back. 

The Details

Where: Regatta Bar and Eatery, The Strand, Takapuna
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: Varies 
Find out more here.

Make A Beeline For Bottomless Wagyu

While we’re on the subject of holy grail-type feasting, Jervois Steak House is hosting an off-the-chain endless wagyu situation. With sittings at 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm, you’ll settle into 1.5 hours of all the premium Southern Stations wagyu you (and your dad) can house, complete with golden fries, crisp green leaf salad, the steak house’s signature sauces, and the option of tacking on a Mt Difficulty tasting flight.

The Details

Where: Jervois Steak House, 70 Jervois Road, Ponsonby
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: $100 per person + $35 for a tasting flight
Find out more here.

Pay Homage To One Of The Most Perfect Foods To Ever Exist 

Pies, obviously. And if only a pie will do, it’s off to Pie & Pinot. The Remuera restaurant has gone all-in on pies (with support from customisable bangers and mash) and, with eight flavours on the menu including options for vegan, vegetarian and no added gluten, your dad will be utterly stoked. And if you miss out on a Father’s Day booking, consider heading over the Friday between 4 and 5pm to treat dad to their Adult Happy Meal that’ll snag him a dirty martini, mince and cheese pie and fat chips for just thirty-five bucks. 

The Details

Where: Pie & Pinot, 405 Remuera Road, Remuera 
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: Varies
Find out more here.

Put Your Dad To The Test

If your pa’s plant-based (or has a bit of a competitive spirit), he might just love to take on Khu Khu’s 3kg Pad Thai Challenge. If he can knock back three whole kilos of pad thai in 30 minutes, you won’t pay a cent. Plus, he’ll score a free ticket to Khu Khu’s bottomless brunch. But if it beats him, you’ll have to shell out $99. NB: This is only available at Khu Khu's CBD location. 

The Details

Where: Khu Khu CBD, Snickel Lane Level 7/23 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: $0-$99
Find out more here.

Get High (Up) With Dad

There’s something about being perched 38 floors above the city, kicking back in utter luxury and if that’s got your dad stamped all over it, you’ll want to book yourselves a spot at Bar Albert. One of the highest bars in the city, with stunning views, seriously good platters, and one helluva drink list, this Father’s Day will go straight to core memory. Plus, there’s 20% off beers just for the occasion, and all Father’s Day diners will go into the draw to win one of four $50 Bar Albert vouchers. 

The Details

Where: Bar Albert, 13 Wyndham Street
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: varies
Find out more here.

Treat Dad To The Brunch Of His Dreams

In Tamaki Makaurau, brunch is religion. And if your dad worships at the alter of bacon and eggs, pancake stacks, or pimped cinnamon buns, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a leisurely brunch booking at one of the city’s finest or a brand new spot like Bria which has sprung to life in the former Honey Bones digs, or Agnès (from the people who brought us Ada, Pie Rollas, Major Tom, and more). 

The Details

Where: So much to choose from
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: varies
Get inspo here. 

Things To Do In Auckland This Father's Day

Help Dad Channel That Thor Energy

For the dads who love a bit of that lumberjack aesthetic, and even the ones who don’t. After all, the only thing sweeter than hurling an axe at a wall is smashing a television set, and you can do both at Sweet Axe. Highly-trained axe-perts will have dad schooled up in no time and, if you both take a shine to it, you could join their axe-throwing league and battle it out for the crown in a cute doubles tournament like the badass vikings that you are. Cute.

The Details

Where: Sweet Axe & The Smash Room, 5 Galatos Street
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: From $90 (Axe & Smash 1-2 people)
Find out more here. 

Soundbath In Smooth Jazz 

For a relaxed take on Father's Day (that's perfect for night owls), meet your dad at Caretaker, Britomart's own New York-inspired cocktail bar. With no menu in sight, you'll be treated to cocktails whipped up especially to match your mood, while their resident band, Jungle Bird, throws down some sweet, sweet live jazz. 

The Details

Where: Caretaker, Downstairs, 40 Customs Street, 8 Rouakai Lane, Britomart 
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: Entry is free
Find out more here. 

Crack All The Codes

If you and your dad make a great team, why not combine forces and see if you can beat the clock in an escape room? A classic teamwork activity, you’ll get to see how you gel under pressure which could be totally magical or a bit of a trainwreck (both of which are sure to be highly entertaining). 

The Details

Where: Any of these Auckland escape rooms
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: varies
Find out more here.

Get Inked Together 

If you’ve got yourself an illustrated dad, one of the best things to do with him this Father’s Day is get matching tattoos because let’s be real, that would be adorable. Tāmaki Makaurau has a treasure trove of tattoo studios, each with an array of artists specialising in unique styles. We’ve rounded up the best local tattoo studios so you can find the perfect match for your dad’s style, or pop into Dad’s local and make a sneaky arrangement. 

The Details

Where: Any of these studios
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Cost: varies
Find out more here.

Cook Up A Storm

Going to fancy events and restaurants can be a great way to celebrate your dad but you can also have just as much fun, DIY-style, like cooking a meal together. Get inspired by what’s in season at your local market, throw on a bangin’ playlist and cook all the things.

It might go so well that you decide to enter the next season of MasterChef together or it might all turn to custard and you end up ordering takeaways. Regardless of the outcome, you’re sure to have a helluva time together and that’s what Father’s Day is all about. Dinner and a dance party with dad in the comfort of your own home? That’s got to be one of the best things to do this Father’s Day. 

Need prezzie ideas? Here's our ultimate Father's Day gift guide.

Main image credit: Jervois Steak House | Instagram.