Christmas Gift Ideas & Experience Gifts for Him

Christmas shopping for the men in your life? Well, get ready for twenty unique experience gift ideas for every type of man—from your cool best friend to the dad who has everything!

We know shopping for guys can be difficult, and that’s why we’ve put together this list of awesome present ideas he’ll love. Whether you’re shopping for your boyfriend, best friend, family, relative or crush—don’t go anywhere; we’ve got you covered!

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Otherwise, let’s begin with a gift…

Gift Ideas for the Man who has Everything

Baltimore Glassblowing Class: From $100

Okay, he’s the man who has everything, so you gotta think outside the box. New experiences are the perfect option, and here’s one we’re willing to bet he’s never tried before! During this art class in Baltimore, he’ll learn basic glassblowing techniques as he creates his own paperweight, ornament or bowl—and who knows, maybe he’ll discover a new hobby too!

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Gift Ideas for Cool Guys

East Village Rock-n-Punk Tour: From $47

So, he’s a pretty cool guy, huh? Well, this is the tour for him! On this Manhattan East Village Punk Rock Tour, he’ll walk the streets frequented by some of the coolest cats that ever lived—including The Velvet Underground, Andy Warhol, The Ramones, Iggy Pop, and many more. He’ll visit locations from his favorite album covers and hear stories of punk’s greatest successes (and excesses!).

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Gift Ideas for Guys who Love NASCAR

A NASCAR Experience: From $99

It’s obvious, isn’t it? With one of our awesome NASCAR driving experiences, he can get behind the wheel of a real stock car and put his foot down on one of the nation’s most iconic ovals—from Daytona to Talladega. For car guys, it’s an absolute dream come true!

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Gift Ideas for the Guy Who's Your Best Friend

St Croix River Fajita Dinner Cruise: From $125 For Two

He’s your best friend, so how about something fun you can do together? Better still, how about something that combines a night out, a sunset cruise, 2-for-1 margaritas, and fajitas? I mean, you both love taco Tuesdays, right? Yep, that pretty much sums up this unique dining cruise experience on the St. Croix. Cruises don’t start ‘til May, so it’s something he can look forward to through those cold winter months!

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Gift Ideas for Your Old College Roommate

A Cooking Class: From $32

He’s flown the nest, and you couldn’t be prouder. Naturally, you’re also a bit concerned though—is he eating right? He can’t live off ramen noodles and pizza alone, so give him one of our great cooking classes. He’ll learn to prepare tasty, nutritious dishes that are sure to impress his new friends—and who knows, maybe he’ll cook for you one day. Wouldn’t that be nice!

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Gift Ideas for Coworkers & Colleagues 

Cambridge Mixology Cocktail Class: From $150

Whether he’s a mixologist in the making or just appreciates a good martini, this mixology masterclass in Cambridge makes a classy Christmas gift for your co-worker. He'll spend half a day learning from a professional bartender how to rustle up a world-class beverage or two, from daiquiris to layered shots. Cheers!

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Gift Ideas for Generation Alpha

Orlando Indoor Skydiving: From $118

Your teenage years are all about having fun and trying new things, but finding the right gift for a teenager can be difficult. Their tastes can change quickly—one minute something’s cool, the next it’s not—which makes experience gifts a good option. During this indoor skydiving experience in Orlando, your young man can experience the exhilaration of freefall—without jumping from a plane (or giving you a heart attack!).

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Gift Ideas for Fun Loving Guys

San Francisco Fire Engine Tour: From $75

So, he’s a bit of a joker, eh? Well, in that case, you need a Christmas gift that’s as fun—and zany—as he is! We suggest this unique tour of The City by the Bay. He’ll get dressed up like a real fireman before visiting some of the city’s most iconic sites—including The Cannery and the Golden Gate Bridge—aboard a bright red fire engine!

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Gift Ideas for History Buffs

St Augustine Wine and Dine Roadster Tour: From $150

Explore St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, on a fun open-aired vehicle and visit a selection of restaurants for delicious food and wine parings. The culinary tour includes a taste of history, plus food and wine from some of the city’s top eateries. He can sit back and relax during this chauffeured experience - after, all that's what retirement is all about, right?

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Gift Ideas for Dads

A Beer Tasting Experience: From $25

For a manly man, you can’t go wrong with beer—and at Xperience Days, we’ve a great range of beer tasting experiences he’ll love. From a beer making experience in Brooklyn to a Santa Barbara brewery tour, you’ll find loads of awesome Christmas gifts for the alpha male in your life. In beer we trust—cheers!

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Gift Ideas for Whiskey Drinkers

Santa Barbara Paragliding: From $100

Paragliding is the closest thing to flying like a bird, and we think every twenty-something should try it. Santa Barbara is one of the country’s best places to do so, with reliable thermals and epic views over the Pacific. Without noisy engines to disturb the peace, this tandem flight promises to be a serene moment they’ll never ever forget!

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Gift Ideas for Doughnut Lovers

Long Island Trapeze Class: $75

You’ve shared some good times with your roommate, but sometimes the domestic routine needs shaking up a bit! Check out this 90-minute trapeze class in Long Island—and give a present he’ll never expect this Christmas. Experienced trapeze artists and instructors will teach him to perform a variety of mid-air tricks—just like a real circus performer!

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Gift Ideas for the Thrill Seeker

Billy Bob's Texas Honky Tonk: From $190 For Two

Billy Bob’s Texas Honk Tonk, in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, is the largest of its kind anywhere in the world. Serving up authentic southern food and entertainment—including music, dancing and a rodeo show—it’s the perfect way to treat your favourite southern country cowboy this Christmas. Yee-haw!

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Gift Ideas for the Beer Lover

Microbrew Tour Of Denver: From $60

If you’re shopping for that special someone who is notoriously hard to buy for, we’ve plenty of different options he’ll approve of. Take this microbrew experience in Denver, Colorado—a guided beer tasting tour of four local breweries. Over two hours, he’ll sample a variety of tasty craft brews from both award winning breweries and up-and-coming pubs! He will also enjoy interactive beer trivia, learn how beer is made, hear about the history of Denver’s micro-brewing industry and more!

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Gif Ideas for the Guy You've Got a Crush On

Boston Pizza Tasting Tour: From $55

D’you want to know the way to a guy’s heart? (Or the way to anybody’s heart, for that matter) It’s Pizza. Yep, delicious cheesy pizza. Surprise your crush with one of our pizza tasting tours of Boston, and he’ll just have to ask you out! With a guided tour and three tasty slices included, it’s the perfect first date activity—so make it happen this Christmas!

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Gift Ideas for the Outdoor Adventurer

A Helicopter Flight: From $90

Give your favourite businessman a taste of the high life this Christmas with one of our incredible helicopter flights. We’ve tours over some of the nation’s most iconic cities and breath-taking landscapes—from Sin City to the Big Apple—and they make unforgettable gifts for professionals.

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Gift Ideas for the Modern Man

Jacksonville Paddleboarding Lesson: From $60

If he’s a modern man who likes to keep abreast of all the latest trends, a paddleboarding lesson will bring him up to speed with the latest in laidback board sport fun. Paddleboarding has undergone a surge in popularity in recent years, and this 60-minute session on Jacksonville’s Big Pottsberg Creek provides the perfect introduction.

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Gift Ideas for the Intellectual

Dallas Private Art Class: From $125

During this private art class in Dallas intellectual guys can let their creative ideas run wild as they explore various artistic techniques. Led by a professional mixed media artist, each one-hour session is a deep dive into the technical aspects of painting or sculpture—and a unique Christmas present for budding Jackson Pollocks!

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Gift Ideas for the Guy with a Sweet Tooth

Chocolate Making and Factory Tour in Portland: From $25

If your dad, brother or best mate has a serious sweet tooth, this chocolate making experience in Portland makes for a great gift. He'll learn all about the chocolate making process at an artisan chocolate factory, tour the production floor and make his very own chocolate bar. Yum!

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Gift Ideas for the Dare Devil

Axe Throwing Experience in Georgia: From $27

This is axe throwing, with a twist. During this one-hour session, your loved one will hit high tech throwing lanes in Atlanta. With interactive targets and games, this is a fun take on axe throwing that any man in your life is sure to love. With the aim to get competitive and alleviate stress, this session has been uniquely designed as an unusual form of therapy. All he has to do is choose between two locations, Marietta or Blue Ridge, and give this therapeutic axe throwing experience a go!

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Phew! That brings us to the end of our Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Men. We hope our list of unique experience gift ideas has inspired you to think outside the box this year. Of course, if you haven’t found what your looking for yet, there’s plenty more to explore on the Xperience Days website. Browse the full range in our Christmas Gifts for Men section now!