Father’s Day 2013 in Pasadena: Car Show, Dining and Chalk

Father’s Day is Sunday and if you’re celebrating with dad you have quite a few options right in Pasadena.

EVENTS

Pasadena Police Classic Car Show

The Pasadena Police Department will host their 12th Annual Classic Car Show in conjunction with the Pasadena Chalk Festival. Vehicles will line Green Street at the Paseo Colorado between Marengo Avenue and Euclid Avenue and there will be prizes, food, live entertainment, raffles and fun for all ages.

A police helicopter ride is even being auctioned off.

The show will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday and all proceeds go to Police Activities League, Pasadena Explorer Program and Haven House.

Pasadena Chalk Festival

More than 500 artists from across Southern California will work to create 200 murals on pavement this weekend at Paseo Colorado.

The art work will "range in subject matter from the classical to whimsical, including renditions of masterpieces, abstract, portraiture, movie images, 3D effects, animation," according to a release sent out by the Light Bringer Project, which is organizing the event.

The event is free and open to the public.  The artists will be present from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday June 15 and Sunday June 16.

DINING

Dog Haus

Dads who dine with their kid or kids at DogHaus—home to gourmet sausage and hot dog creations, plus beer—on Father's Day will receive 50 percent off any Signature Haus Menu item. Dog Haus: 105 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena. 626-577-HAUS. Dog Haus Biergarten (bigger location): 93 E. Green St., Pasadena. 626-683-0808.

Langham Huntington Hotel

Pasadena’s historic luxury hotel will present festive feasts for fathers and their families to enjoy at The Royce Wood-Fired Steakhouse and The Terrace, with additional outdoor entertainment on the Lobby Lounge patio. Guests can experience an interactive Sunday Market Brunch in The Royce, a Breakfast Buffet or Dim Sum Brunch in The Terrace and a Craft Beer Garden featuring microbrews from Stone Brewing Company, cigars and viewing of the U.S. Open golf championship on the Lobby Lounge patio. Find out more here. 1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena. 626-568-3900.

Vertical Wine Bistro

Vertical is bringing back its Sunday Supper and the kickoff coincides with Father’s Day. Sunday’s supper includes fish and chips, paired with Old Speckled Hen English Pale Ale or a special Father’s Day “New Fashioned” cocktail; a twist on an Old Fashioned that includes Woodford Reserve Bourbon, bitters, simple syrup and a peach slice. 70 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. 626-795-3999.

The Counter

Bring Dad to custom burger eatery The Counter on Father’s Day and they’ll buy his burger. Just say, "BFD" (Burger for Dad). The offer applies to a standard 1/3 pound burger. 140 Shoppers Lane, Pasadena. 626-440-1008.

Noir Food & Wine

Dinner and live music from Joel Porter and Old School are happening on Noir’s patio. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and music starts at 6 p.m. The regular full menu will be available. Reservations required for patio seating. 40 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. 626-795-7199.

Real Food Daily

For a dad with health on his mind, you can take advantage of Real Food Daily’s creative, organic, vegan menu. They are open Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and serve weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 899 E. Del Mar. Blvd., Pasadena. 626-844-8900.