You may not be able to get a reservation at Dads favorite restaurant.

You cant catch a baseball game together.

If you live in different households, you might not get to even see Dad in person.

A man goes on a hike with his family.

Here are seven fun but inexpensive ways to celebrate Fathers Day this year.

Have a Backyard Barbecue

Barbecue is the quintessential Fathers Day food.

Limiting communal dishes by asking guests to bring their own side dishes and utensils can lower that risk too.

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Considernon-traditional grilling options, like pineapple or lettuce.

Thesegrillmaster tipswill help you keep costs low.

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Before you go, check to see if you’re free to bring your own snacks and drinks.

Go hiking or bike riding.

If youre close to the water, go fishing or kayaking.

Cross a Task Off His To-Do List

Acts of service are acts of love.

Show Dad you care by pitching in to reduce his workload.

Join a multiplayer video game together or check out sites likeTabletopiaandJackbox Gamesto play virtual board games.

Not all games are free, but the costs arent high.

Get the siblings to split the price as a Fathers Day gift.

Select yourvideo platform of choicefrom this list of free services.

Check out these Fathers Day craft ideas fromMichaelsandJoann.

Pinterest is also always ripe for crafting inspiration.

Look to see what supplies you already have around the house before buying anything new.

Nicole Dow is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.