As experiential outings continue to gain popularity, a growing number of Hyderabadis are choosing to mark Father's Day through activities that offer opportunities for connection and quality time. From pottery workshops and tote-bag painting sessions to karaoke nights and curated brunches, experiential events are turning Father's Day into a chance to slow down, reconnect, and create memories together.
'Sometimes the activity becomes secondary'
For many families, Father's Day experiences are becoming less about the occasion itself and more about spending uninterrupted time together. For 28-year-old IT project manager Rohith Choudhary, a pottery workshop attended with his father last year became far more than a weekend activity. “My father is usually caught up with office meetings and work calls, so spending an entire evening together without any distractions felt like stepping into a different world,” he says. The experience, he recalls, was filled with laughter, playful competition, photographs, and conversations that rarely happen during everyday routines.
Similar sentiments are echoed by Aishwarya Reddy, a marketing executive who says experiential events can sometimes unlock conversations that would otherwise never take place. “My dad and I have never really been the sit-down-and-talk type. Most of our conversations happen in the car, between errands, or over quick phone calls. While painting and working on our creations, we ended up talking about things we normally never discuss — his childhood, his first job, and even some funny stories from before I was born,” she says.
“Attending a Father's Day workshop with my dad felt like discovering a different side of him. While painting, we ended up talking about things we normally never discuss — his childhood, his first job and memories from before I was born. It became much more than just an activity.” – Aishwarya Reddy
'Food may bring families together, but it's the moments that stay'
Restaurants and hospitality venues across the city are also reimagining Father's Day celebrations through curated dining experiences that combine food with family time. At Jewel of Nizam, families can opt for a fine-dining Nizami experience, while Taj Krishna is hosting an experiential Father's Day brunch featuring live music and interactive culinary stations designed to encourage guests to spend quality time together. Meanwhile, Verandah at The Park is marking the occasion with a Father's Day brunch that includes a 'Super Dad' badge, a welcome drink for fathers, an elaborate brunch buffet, live music, and other family-friendly touches.
“The Father's Day Brunch is not just about food or celebration — it is emotion, thoughtfully plated,” says Anirban Kundu, Head of Beverage and Food, Taj Hyderabad.
'We're seeing families seek deeper connections'
Organisers across the city say they are witnessing growing interest in events that encourage participation rather than passive celebration. Komal Sirwani Motwani, founder of Mashup Outdoors, which is organising a family-focused art experience for Father's Day, says, “Father's Day is increasingly moving beyond gifts and becoming about meaningful experiences. Whether it's writing a note, creating something together, or simply spending uninterrupted time with one another, these shared experiences foster a sense of closeness that lingers long after the day is over.”
“As a college student, I'm usually busy with classes and my own plans, while my father is occupied with work. During a Father's Day workshop, we laughed, got competitive, and clicked more photos in a few hours than we had in months. It reminded me how rare uninterrupted time together can be.” – Sneha Varma
'Bonding to a familiar tune'
Among the newer Father's Day offerings in the city is a themed karaoke night organised by Hyderabad-based Karaoke Collective. “Music has a unique way of connecting generations. Everyone has that one song that reminds them of a parent, a family road trip, or a childhood memory,” says co-founder Rajat Kapoor. “The response has been encouraging, with many participants planning to attend alongside their fathers or dedicate songs to them.”
