Here’s our list of fun outing ideas for dads and daughters, including daddy/daughter dances, daddy/daughter dinners, and other fun ideas. Most of these ideas are seasonal and happen around Valentines Day. See our list of 20 Parent/Kid Dates for a ton more of ideas that are perfect for any season, budget, or family situation.
Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means mom and dad have a good chance to get away on their own, but it’s also a great reminder of the importance of dads and daughters having special time together. Here are a few ideas for dads and daughters to hang out—no matter how old the daughters are.
Local Events
Most daughters love spending time with their dads, and an activity together is great way to do so. These are some local events for dads and their precious girls:
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Friday, February 7th, 2020 at 6 pm; $5 per family plus cost of pottery
5th Annual Valentine’s Daddy Daughter Date Night at Hearts of Clay with chocolate, candies, cookies and soft drinks and water. Call to reserve your seat.
Hearts of Clay
660 Spartan Boulevard, Suite 20, Spartanburg
Ties & Tiaras: Daddy Daughter Dance 2020
Friday, February 7th, 2020 at 6:30 pm; $25/ticket
For girls ages 5+, this memorable event is a a semi-formal affair complete with a nice dinner to enjoy with your date. And, just like a grown-up party, there will be frilly decorations and lots of food, along with everyone’s favorite tunes keeping the party moving on the dance floor. Purchase tickets online.
Cleveland Park
141 N. Cleveland Park Drive, Spartanburg
Daddy Daughter Pottery Night
Friday, February 7th, 2020, 6 – 8 pm
$12 studio fee for dad and daughter ($3/each additional daughter) + cost of whatever pottery you choose to paint ($10 minimum)
Chocolate fondue plus goodies and beverages included. Call ahead to reserve a spot.
Color Clay Cafe
2518-A E. North Street, Greenville; 864.244.3445
Daddy/Daughter “Owl Be Yours” Class at Vino & Van Gogh
Saturday, February 8th, 2020 at 10 am; $35 (includes parent & child, one canvas, and all materials)
Dads/Daughters come enjoy a time together painting an 10 x 10 owl picture. After you’ve completed your painting, have lunch next door at Jersey Mike’s where you’ll receive a free kid’s meal if you show them your artwork from this session. Reserve your spot online.
Vino & Van Gogh
1818 Augusta Street, Suite 118, Greenville
Alpha Daddy Daughter Dance
Saturday, February 8th, 2020 from 5-8 pm; $20 Dad/Daughter combo ticket
Ticket includes admission, light refreshments, and dancing.
Alpha Dance & Company
160 A Kerns Avenue, Greenville
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Thursday, February 13th, 2020 from 5:30-730 pm
There will be a photo booth and treats for each daughter. Reservations should be make at the Facebook page and there will be three seatings. Tickets are $10.
Chick-Fil-A
1564 Laurens, Road, Greenville
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Thursday, February 13th, Friday, February 14th, and Saturday, February 15th; call to make reservations: 864-297-9912
Included is an appetizer, entree, dessert, music, activity and photo with Dad, plus a flower from Dad. Tickets are $10 and reservations are requested.
Chick-Fil-A
3890 Pelham Road, Greenville
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Friday, February 14th, 2020 at 6:30 pm
Great opportunity for dads to have a special night with their daughter(s), enjoy dinner, and have fun. Children ages 3-13 are admitted. Tickets are $30 per couple and $15 for each additional child. Tickets should be purchased in advance at the Activity Center.
Simpsonville Activity Center
310 W. Curtis Street, Simpsonville
Daddy, Daughters & Donuts
Saturday, February 15th, 2020 at 9 am
Join Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty for a special daddy/daughter donut event. RSVP required and admission is $12 per child.
Once Upon A Dream Parties
1099 E. Butler Road, Suite 1099, Mauldin
Daddy Daughter Paint Party
Saturday, February 15th, 2020, 12 – 1:30 pm
Designed for kids aged 6 and older, fathers and daughters will each paint their own special canvas. Cost is $50 per couple. Book the class online.
Wine & Design
1175 Woods Crossing Road, Greenville
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Sunday, February 16th, 2020 4 – 7:30 pm
Fork and Plough will have a special kids menu for this night for dads and daughters. Moms and sons are also welcome. Normal dinner menu available as well.
Fork and Plough
1629 E. North Street, Greenville
Father Daughter Dance
Friday, February 7th & 28th, 2020 from 7-9 pm; $25/couple, $5/each additional child
Dancing, desserts, and lots of photo opportunities at these father/daughter dances sponsored by the YMCA of Easley, Pickens, and Powdersville. Tickets may be purchased online.
Powdersville YMCA (February 7th)
9115 SC-81, Piedmont; 864.625.2060
East Pickens Baptist Church (February 28th)
2244 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Pickens
Daddy Daughter Dance
Friday, April 24th, 2020 at 7 pm
Hosted by 3GEN Ministries, this event includes dessert and dancing. Ticket price TBA.
Fluor Field
945 S Main Street, Greenville
Ties & Tiaras Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, June 6th, 2020; 5 – 9 pm
Presented by Sisters of SC, this daddy daughter dance includes entertainment and dinner. Early bird ticket prices are available until February 15th and cost $15 for adults and $5 for daughters. After February 15th, tickets are priced at $25 for adults and $15 for daughters.
West End Hall
201 S Fifth Street, Easley, SC
Other Activities
If you’re looking for a fancy outing with a younger daughter, you might enjoy a SC Children’s Theatre performance. And our Things to do with Teens in Greenville guide may help if you have a teen daughter.
Of course, the old standbys such as mini golf, bowling, and movies can provide a lot of fun memories. Feel free to ask your daughter to pick an activity—she will likely have a great idea.
Photo by J Rae Photography.
Dinner Date
Check out our Kids Eat Free options for a treat. If you’re looking for restaurants that are a little more upscale but still have kid-friendly fare, Southern Culture and Tupelo Honey offer southern food that even picky eaters will enjoy. And Grill Marks’ combo of hamburgers and milkshakes is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
No matter what activity or dinner option you choose, you can create a priceless memory with your daughter by asking to spend time with her. It’s a tradition that can happen far more often than just around Valentine’s Day each year.
Do you know of a great Daddy Daughter Date idea that we should add to our list?
Robert Neely and his wife are parents to 1-year-old boy/girl twins. He’s been a writer, editor and journalist for 20+ years.
Grace Church always has a Daddy/Daughter dance for everyone, not just church members . It’s usually at the end of April or early May. Its a great event! Dads bring toddlers all the way up to high school aged girls
I found a great date place can be the kiddy pool/splash pad at the Kroc Center Salvation Army
Thanks for the tip, Todd!