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Father’s Day is just around the corner and we know Dads love to have fun so what better way to hang out with Dad and play some of these fun Father’s Day weekend games? Our Father’s Day Game Guide has something for every Dad from serious card games to easy roll of the dice games to the just silly game. Let’s flip some burgers and get into the games.
Father’s Day Game Guide – Card Games
My own Dad loves to hang out and have fun, but board games are not his style. Instead, he can always be talked into a good game of cards. Here are some of the best card game for Father’s Day Weekend:
Horse Race
This super easy card game mimics a horse race game. You can play just for fun or you can gamble candy or coins. It may be the easiest card game ever. Line up your horses, place your bets and see what cards come up. You can get the full rules here.
James Bond
What Dad hasn’t at least once wanted to be a spy and drive around in a totally cool car? Although this card game won’t accomplish that, it has a cool name and is a blast for all ages. James Bond is an easy card game that Grandpa, Dad and the kids will love. You can learn how to play James Bond here.
Card Golf
Golf is the traditional Father’s Day Weekend game. You can bring the fun indoors or to the patio with this easy card game that’s cooler than lugging a club bag around the course. To read the full rules of Card Golf—6, 8, 9 or 18 holes and all the rule variations here. You can also get a free score sheet in our Fun Library.
Cheat
Oh the shenanigans you can have while trying to cheat and lie your way through this card game. Does Dad have a “tell” or can he spot yours too well? Find out in this easy to play card game. Read the full rules for Cheat here.
Blind Poker
Speaking of nonsense, Blind Poker is the ultimate hoopla of crazy. You only have one card, that you can’t see. Will you risk it and go in or will you fold? This might just be the silliest card game I’ve ever played. You can learn all the nonsense here.
Five Crowns
This card game is a little more serious but easy enough for the whole family to play. Dads are the Kings of their families and in this game this game isn’t over until the Kings go wild! You can get your copy of 5 Crowns here (Canadians can get theirs here) or you can learn how to play with regular playing card here. You can get your free score sheet that’s good for either version in our Fun Library.
Father’s Day Game Guide – Dice Games
When you’re looking for easy, laid back games then dice games are where you need to look. These games are great for Father’s Day weekend as they are easy, fun and most are great for a crowd.
Cops and Robbers
Bring the little boy out in Dad with this vintage inspired game. It’s for four players—two robbers and two cops. Will the cops catch the bad guys or will they escape? Find out how to play here and make scoring easy with your free score card in our Fun Library.
Tug of War
The ultimate group game Tug of War can now be played with dice! Play as singles or join together and play as a group. Cheer together and get the rules here. There’s a game board in the Fun Library.
Monkey Dice
Dads are known for their Monkeying around so this dice game is the perfect Father’s Day game. Will you roll the most bananas or will someone steal your bananas? The whole thing is utter fun, bananas even! Get the rules for this original game here, just watch for banana peels!
Tennis
For the sport’s minded Dad, we have several spot dice games. The first one is Tennis. A great two player game, no sweating involved. There’s also a badminton variation for even more fun. Get the rules for both here.
Hockey
Here in Canada, it seems every Dad has either played hockey, coached hockey or is a hockey fan. What better way to celebrate Father’s Day than having his own team where players can get hat tricks, penalties and even get a half time show! There are even fights throwing in for fun, don’t worry there are no injuries in this hockey game. Get the rules to our original game here and get your cheat sheet in the Fun Library.
Golf
We have a few dice games for the sport of dice Golf. First, we have Golf where doubles will get you where you want to be.
Next, we have Straight Golf. This one is a little bit harder but still fun.
Last, we have our favorite Whacky Putt. This one is our original game that is just as much fun as miniature golf with all the gut-busting humor and skill of mini golf. It’s a great way to take golf not so seriously and make great memories with your kids. You can read all about Whacky Putt here.
Zebra Races
When you’re looking for a race with a twist, try our Zebra Races dice game. Will your zebra make it to the finish line first? Get the rules here, roll the dice and cheer on your zebra.
Mafia
Mafia is a simple dice game that is very engaging. Be the first to get rid of all your dice to avoid getting a letter. The first player to get all the letters is the one the Mafia take down. Get the rules for this prefect for a group game here.
Father’s Day Game Guide – Board Games
When you want to crack open a board game this Father’s Day Weekend, we have a list of great games that Dads love.
Ticket to Ride
The classic train game! Build your tracks and score the most points. You can travel the world with all of the variations or play the original in the USA. A train-lovers must and a great game for anyone else. You can shop Ticket to Ride here. Canadians can shop here.
Unsolved Case Files
This co-op game is the best one we’ve ever played –in fact we all gave it 6 out of 6 dice. You step into the shoes of detectives to solve a cold case. You can read our review here (no spoiler alert needed) or you can shop their titles here. Canadians can shop here. If you love puzzly-type games then be sure to check this one out.
5 Seconds of Father’s Day
If you love the classic game 5 Second Rule, then you’ll love our Father’s Day spin on it. There are 32 cards that are all about Dads and you have just five seconds to name three things in the category. Fast, fun and laugh-out loud. You can get your copy in our Family Game Shelf Shop here.
Scattergories
The classic Scattergories game is all about Dad in our free Father’s Day game. You can get your game in our Fun Library.
Last Word
What Dad doesn’t think he should have the last word? In this board game he can be the player who does get the last word—or he can be out done at the last second. This is a lively game where you never know what’s going to happen next. You can read the full game review here or jump in a get your own copy here. Canadians can shop here.
Celebrating Dad in Style
This Father’s Day weekend sit back and relax with Dad, play some games from the guide and enjoy being with Dad.
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