Beers, beaches, and barbeque – how perfect that all the staples of a Carolina summer align with upcoming Father’s Day opportunities! Whether your dad is seeking a riveting mountain adventure, coastal escape, or something in between, we’ve got you covered for things to do for Father’s Day in North and South Carolina. 

What’s so great about these activities? They’re available all summer long so that you can enjoy them anytime with your pops and others searching for a great time!

Crisp beers, sharp axes, and rusty bulls…a match made in Father's Day heaven!

Whet Your Appetite (North Charleston, SC)

Whoever decided to combine the thrill of throwing sharp objects with the joy of sipping a cold one on a hot summer day surely deserves a trophy. Perhaps the best – and least discussed – opportunity to engage in both activities exists just minutes outside downtown Charleston via the Ax Throwing, Booze & BBQ Tour. 

Step aboard the brewery’s dedicated party bus for a scenic spin through the Battery before embarking on a visit to three of Charleston’s best-known drinking holes. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to savor more than five beverages from local distilleries and breweries, along with a classic southern barbeque feast.

Top off this one-of-a-kind Father's Day excursion with an ax-throwing competition at Rusty Bull. The minimum group size is four people, so your siblings can come along for this journey!

For the dad who isn't afraid to get (really) dirty!

Go Off-Road (Winnsboro, SC)

Check your seatbelt and fill up the tank in preparation for this off-roading Father's Day expedition at Carolina Adventure World! You won’t want to get too dressed up for this dirt-centered day. Outdoor enthusiasts and speed demons will cherish this time spent in the Southeast’s largest outdoor playground, which houses more than 100 miles of trails fit for ATV riding and dirtbike racing. 

The fun doesn’t have to stop just because you’re completely caked in mud! Park your RV, set up your tent, or book a rustic cabin – equipped with air-conditioning and a fire ring – should you desire to stay the evening in this peaceful spot. You, your dad, and the rest of the family can put each other to the test with a fire-building competition, followed by an inevitable s’mores session. Bets on who can roast the perfect golden brown marshmallow?

Catch him if you can! This dad is taking on the open waters of Lake Jocassee.

Shred the Gnar (Salem, SC)

We find it hard to believe that any dad will be disappointed in a jaunt to this paradise for boating enthusiasts! The Jocassee Outdoor Center operates the largest rental fleet in the SC Upstate for late-model pontoons, tritoons, and ski boats.

What’s the difference between a pontoon and a tritoon? While pontoons use two hulls, tritoons operate on three, meaning the boat’s weight is more evenly distributed on the water. 

No need to coordinate complicated transportation plans – all you have to do is book a reservation and show up, and the friendly staff will shuttle you to and from the boat landing.

If you decide to go for a ski boat, you can also rent one of many aquatic toys! Get dad on the water with kneeboards, skis, wakeboards, tubes, and more. Cheer him on as he cuts outside of the wake, attempts massive jumps, and survives gnarly wipeouts. You’ll definitely want to pack your camera to capture the inevitable epic Father's Day moments!

There's nothing like going on a fishing trip with your dad! Frame a pic of your catch to preserve the special memory.

Cast Away (Blowing Rock, NC)

Don’t worry, this Father’s Day adventure doesn’t involve stranding your dad on a remote island and leaving him with nothing but a deflated volleyball. On the contrary, an adventure package at Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock is the perfect pick for connecting one-on-one with your dad.

Three exceptional tour options await the father who lives to go fly-fishing at this NC mountain resort. The Fly Fishing Wade or Float Trips are Chetola’s most popular offerings, guiding participants through the best local rivers and streams for angling. You’ll spend half the day hunting for wild and stocked brook, trophy, brown, and rainbow trout with an experienced Orvis guide.

The Cast & Blast package adds a half-day of clay shooting at the Chetola Sporting Reserve to the existing trout-fishing excursion. Fire 12, 20, and 28 gauge shotguns at 150 clay targets for a full Father's Day of testing your most essential survival skills.

For the dad who channels Ricky Bobby as his spirit animal…book the NASCAR racing experience on Father's Day!

Take It To The Extreme (Charlotte, NC)

Hold on to your steering wheel, this Father’s Day escapade is not for the faint of heart! Take part in one of several high-speed racing opportunities at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Here’s your chance to put dad in the driver’s seat of an authentic NASCAR racing vehicle via the Richard Petty Driving Experience, or you can ride in the back seat of an Indy-style race car through the Mario Andretti Racing Experience.

Looking to gain more expertise than a few laps around the track allow? Charlotte Motor Speedway offers several racing schools for drivers of different levels. Classes are taught by professional drivers with ample racing experience.

Graduates of the racing school include none other than Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart – watch as your father unleashes his inner NASCAR star during one of many thrilling Father's Day encounters!

This Father's Day excursion offers a whole new perspective on “hanging out” with Dad.

Just Hang Out (Nags Head, NC)

Last but not least, we’ve saved a Father's Day activity for the dad who just wants to hang out – from a soaring hang-glider thousands of feet above the ground, that is! When you race over to Kitty Hawk Kites at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, you can sign up for hang-gliding lessons with qualified instructors. 

As you glide through the clear Outer Banks skies, you’ll notice the soft, gentle dunes of Jockey’s Ridge on one side and the constant waves of the Atlantic Ocean on your other side. The Taste of Flight package includes fundamental instruction, five solo flights on Jockey’s Ridge, and ground school, equipment, and flight logging.