Dads work hard to keep their kids happy day-in and day-out; it only makes sense that their kids try to return the favour at least one day out of the year. This year, why not treat dad with a great gift from a local business. Not only does dad get a great gift, but you can make it happen all while supporting local! Below are some of the gifts we think dad will want the most this Father’s Day!

• Clothing

• Food

• Drinks

Clothing  

Populess

Populess is the best place in town for cool, modern, and moderate men’s clothes at a fair price. Durable, wearable, and local! Populess Co. has some great options for dad this Father’s Day. From a handmade belt, wallet, or keychain, to some of their super comfy t-shirts, there’s something for every dad at Populess.

Boarderline Skateshop

Below Populess is Borderline, a shop for all the dads who still find time to toe flip and shred pavement, even with the kids in toe. From skate decks, to wheels, and everything in between, Borderline has all the essentials as well as some amazing gear from all your favourite brands like Vans, Baker, and Independent. No matter what dad's style is, you're bound to find something incredible at Borderline Skate Shop

Alpenland Ski & Cycle

If your dad prefers to take to the mountains to have a good time, then look no further than Alpenland Ski & Cycle. All the best and brightest snowboarding, skiing, and cycling gear can be found here. Even if the snow isn’t out right now, it doesn’t mean dad can’t still enjoy getting something new for next season!

Food

If your dad is more into food than fashion, then he's in luck! Lethbridge is at the heart of Canada's Premier Food Corridor, and Lethbridge is an incredible hub for agricultural development. Because of this we have some of the best and freshest staple ingredients and meats in the country; meaning anything you make or buy was produced locally, and is also likely some of the best nationally!

Crystal Springs Cheese

The amazing products from Crystal Springs Cheese are aged to perfection, just like dad. Delicious aged gouda, goat cheese, feta or even just a classic sharp cheddar, paired with almost anything, your dad is sure to love these Crystal Springs Cheeses this Father’s Day. Not to mention their incredibly gift-able and delicious cheese curds made in an assortment of flavours.

Wild Bros Meat & Cheese

If your dad is more of a carnivore, then satisfy his hunger with some of the delicious meats from Wild Bros Meat & Cheese. Delicious local meats and cheeses, all delivered to you by a local Alberta born family. Wild Bros Meat & Cheese offers delicious, Freshly butchered meats so that when dad fires up the grill, he knows he’s working with the best stuff he can get!

Drinks

Whether dad is working hard in the backyard or hardly working, everyone needs a cool, crisp, delicious drink for themselves from time to time. Why not offer dad some of these amazing local brews, from coffee and tea to beer and soda, on his special day. Not only are you showing dad your appreciation, but you're supporting local businesses as well!

Spectrum Ale House

No matter what kind of beer dad likes, be it stout or simple pale ale, Spectrum Ale Works has something on their spectrum that he will love. Grab your dad some of their delicious beers, to enjoy on a hot summer day, or a shirt/branded growler to help him rep his favourite brewers in the city. Either way, Spectrum is sure to have something to make his Father’s Day special.

Theoretically Brewing

Theoretically brewing has some of the best beers on the market, and that’s backed by science! Why not treat dad to a delicious, and scientifically-sound drink with one of Theoretically's famous ales? What’s even better is you can get dad his own Theoretically merch to drink his Father’s Day gift out of! It's 'theoretically' a perfect way to treat dad this Father’s Day.

Cupper's Coffee Company

Who says brews have to be all about beer? If dad is less of an night owl and more of an early bird, why not head over to Cupper's Coffee Company for some delicious locally roasted coffee! With multiple roasts to choose from all throughout the year, all of which are roasted in store, there is sure to be a brew that will have dad up and at em on Father's Day!

Other Great Gifts For Dad

If nothing so far has seemed quite like something your dad would want, here's a couple more ideas to add to your list. Worst comes to worst, a heartfelt card and some time together is always as meaningful as something from the store.

Analog Books

Located downtown Next to Festival Square, Analog Books has a wide selection of all your favourite and future favourite authors lining their shelves. With a quaint atmosphere and more than enough spines to scan for the perfect gift, you're sure to have a great time finding the perfect piece of literature for dad. No matter what kind of reader your dad is, you're sure to find his next favourite here!

Sweet Southern Gift Box

Gone are the days of boring gifts for dad, now he can open his own personal gift basket! If you don’t know what to get your dad, and you're really starting to run out of time, there’s always the amazing work of Sweet Country Gift Baskets. Whether you have a few ideas of what to include or none, tell them the amount you would like to spend and a general idea of things to included, and they'll do the rest of the heavy lifting for you!

Search Saturday Farmers' Markets

Head straight to the source for local food, goods, and wares by checking out the Saturday Farmers Market at the Lethbridge & District Exhibition! A plethora of local and regional vendors awaits! You'll not only be able to find some delicious food grown locally, but you can also find different goods and wares that might just be the perfect thing for dad this fathers day.