Rivertowns: What Are You Getting Dad For Father's Day

WESTCHESTER, N.Y. - Sunday is Father's Day and if you haven't purchased that perfect gift or card, there's still time to get it done.

The National Retail Federation expects Americans will spend more than $13 billion this Father's Day.
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by Danny LoPriore

06/14/2013 5:00 a.m.

According to the National Retail Federation, which tracks spending during this and other holiday periods right down to the penny, Father’s Day may be more popular this year than ever.

The NRF report says 77 percent of Americans said they plan to celebrate Father’s Day in 2013. The survey found the average person will spend $119.34 on Dad this year, up from $117.14 last year.

Overall spending is expected to reach $13.3 billion with about 2.5 million expected to be spent taking dad out for a special meal or to a sporting event.

What do dads want for Father's Day? Post your comments, Father's Day congratulations and gift ideas here.

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