Five Ways To Wow Dads Of All Kinds
Okay, so it’s just a few days until Father’s Day… do you know how you’re going to show your Dad your appreciation for everything he’s done for you all of these years? Sure, he probably embarassed you plenty of times in days gone by– the endless photo-taking before senior prom, his outdated use of slang in front of your friends, the hideously uncool sweater he’d insist on wearing everywhere – but the man still deserves a medal for his unconditional love (and for picking up the phone in the middle of the night every time your car, dishwasher, or heart were broken). Skip the leather wallet, swanky watch and universal remote control this year – opt for a fun-filled day in the city where you can actually spend some quality time with your Old Man instead! Check out some ideas below that will knock the socks off even the most hard to please Dad out there!
For the Dad with Mustache Pride – How many times have you begged your Dad to get rid of his morbidly uncool facial hair? Well, you’ll be glad he never listened when you take him to see The Sphinx Winx. Mustachioed men get in free with the purchase of a full priced ticket to this riotous, romantic romp through history!
For the Uber-Hip Dad – There’s no shortage of posh hotels in New York. Even so, The Hudson remains a standout. It’s beautiful, cavernous and home to the toniest “cafeteria” you’ll ever see. Treat your cosmopolitan Dad to some comfort food with a sophisticated twist—lobster mac and cheese, Peking duck pizza and Kobe beef burgers are just a few things he can indulge in here.
For the Slightly Wacky Dad – If you’re Dad used to bore you to tears with his endless collection of strange relics and infinite scope of random knowledge, he’ll love Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! With hundreds of unbelievable artifacts housed in a space of over 18,000 square feet in the heart of Times Square, he’ll fit right in here. If he’s feeling extra-adventurous, he can get into Ripley’s free… but there’s a twist! He’ll have to complete one of the many outrageous tasks on the Wacky Wheel which range from eating some unconventional cuisine to whistling with a mouthful of saltine crackers. Think your Dad’s up for the challenge?
For the Dad Not Ashamed to Get In Touch with His Feminine Side – Located just east of the incredibly trendy Meatpacking District, Nickel Spa for Men is a luxurious, full-service oasis for the metrosexual male. Pamper your Papa with their rejuvenating Oxygen Facial, relaxing Hot Stone Massage or whatever service tickles his fancy – it’s his day, after all!
For the Brainy Dad – He can do the Sunday Times crossword puzzle in a flash, has a subscription to The New Yorker and can sit around philosophizing about ethics, religion and politics till the wee hours of the morning – sound like your Padre? Take him to see Freud’s Last Session, the show that’s taken Off-Broadway by storm. This imagined intellectual debate between C.S. Lewis and Freud will leave you with plenty to talk about so head for a stroll in Central Park to discuss whether Dad’s on Team Freud or Team Lewis.
And here’s a few more shows your dad will be wild about:
For Dads Who Like To Laugh – If you and your dad both like to laugh, head over to Union Square Theatre and see Desperate Writers, a zany, madcap comedy that pokes fun at Hollywood and the film industry. This weekend only, you can receive $13 tickets in honor of your Pop! Just click here and use code: DWPR13
For The Nerdy Dad – You always won first place at the elementary school Science Fair because of your dad’s handy tips and mad science skills. Thank him by taking him to see The Rap Guide to Evolution where he can expand his knowledge of science even more! The show, which re-tells Darwin’s theory of evolution through hip-hop, is written and performed by Baba Brinkman and played to sold-out audiences last spring.
For the Dad Who’s Into Hearing Two Sides of Every Story – Never one to take a stand before knowing the whole story, your dad’s the type of guy who doesn’t shy away from controversy. Take him to see The Magdalene, a new musical play that re-imagines Mary Magdalene as Jesus’ wife and apostle, not as a prostitute. No matter his religious or political affiliations, the show’s exhilarating score will captivate every audience member!