Father’s Day Gift Guide: EXPERIENCE EDITION
By Frank Bolinsky
PSA: Father's Day is on Sunday, June 16 this year. The gifting trend these days is to gift experiences rather than material goods, especially since the entire family can also enjoy them. There are plenty of fun experiences in our area to choose from. Here are some ideas for great Father's Day gifts this year. 1. Escape Rooms - We love escape rooms. We especially love Mission Escape Rooms on West Street in Annapolis. The Sasquatch Room was the first we have ever done as a family. They often run specials, so sign up for their newsletter. 2. Toptracer Golf - You can travel only some of the way to Baltimore for a Top Golf-type experience. The Severna Park Golf Center has Toptracer at all its bays at the driving range. This tracks where you hit the ball and can digitally play multiple courses or fun games like challenging each other for distance. They even sell alcohol there. 3. Fishing or Boating Charter - There are many different Fishing Charter options in Annapolis (two options are Back Creek Charters and Gone Fishin' Charters), or try somewhere like Cruise the Chesapeake or Watermark if you want to cruise around. 4. Arcades - Let him relive his childhood arcade memories by taking him out for food and arcade games. Crabtowne in Glen Burnie has excellent food and a huge arcade, and GameOn in Annapolis is tons of fun. 5. Couples Massages - Before having kids, my partner and I enjoyed monthly couples massages. I often reminisce about those days and think it would be great to gift one to ourselves. Varuna Salon Spa has an excellent dedicated room for couples’ massages. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a place to unwind and rejuvenate, visit Even Keel, Maryland’s premier wellness spa. They offer a range of services, including massages, facials, and beauty treatments, in a tranquil environment with luxurious amenities. 6. Pedicures - I have gotten a few pedicures in my life, and honestly, it's a good time, and it is always lovely to get ready for sandal weather. Find time to go out for a couple's pedicure and get lunch. Try Face It! Spa and Wellness.
7. Sports Tickets - There are excellent local sports teams like the Annapolis Blues FC and the Bowie Baysox Baseball Team. Local sports are great because you don't have to drive into the city and worry about parking, but you can still see some exciting live sports action. Season tickets are a great deal if Dad is really into a particular sport or team. Nothing quite like the fireworks display and letting the kids run the bases after a home Baysox game. 8. See a Show - Maryland Hall and the Hippodrome have fantastic shows lined up for the rest of the year. Some are family-friendly, and others are better suited for a date, like The Psychology of Serial Killers show at Maryland Hall.
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