26 Unique 60th Birthday Ideas For Men

Sixty is a milestone year to be celebrating! So, you’ve no doubt begun thinking of ways to make it an incredible party. Peerspace is the perfect resource if you need 60th birthday party ideas for men, birthday party venues, and other event planning needs! Start by checking out 26 of our most unique ideas for a memorable celebration.

1. Host a beer tasting class

Skip the wine and enjoy some beer flights with friends at a beer tasting class! Like wine tasting, you can hire an expert (a cicerone) to come and guide you through the history and finer points of each beverage.

2. Organize a golfing day for him and his friends

Is your 60th birthday boy a golf lover? Reach out to his favorite golf course and reserve some time at the course for him and his friends! You could even make it a golf-themed birthday by decorating a private party space with the right decor, something Peerspace has plenty of!

For a 60th golf-themed birthday party, think about decorating a venue like this luxury event space in Sacramento, CA. It’s an open concept venue so you can easily customize it to fit any theme with the right furniture and decor.

3. Wind the clock back a few decades

Decade parties are fun, no matter the occasion. But a 60th birthday is the perfect chance to celebrate the decade of his birth, graduation, or some other life milestone!

4. Have a mixology party with cocktails

Cocktails are just the thing for a 60th birthday party! How good are you at mixology? Show off your skills and see what others bring to the table with a mixology party. Set out plenty of ingredients and encourage others to bring some to share their favorite cocktails.

5. Get him a set of chef’s knives

Any man that’s handy in the kitchen will want a great set of sharp professional knives to work with. Chef’s knives each have a different function and make meal preparation a breeze! Stylish yet functional, as any 60th birthday idea for men should be.

6. Arrange a fishing trip for him

Fishing is a fun low-key activity many older men enjoy. Book a charter boat to take him where the best offshore fishing is found. You could even have the birthday celebration on the water, complete with cake!

7. Buy him some new fishing gear

Once you’ve booked your charter boat, think about buying him some new fishing accessories to break in. A carbon fiber rod, the tackle box filled with lures he’s been eyeing, or a new fishing vest are just a few items you could include as 60th birthday ideas for men!

8. Pick out some camera gear for him

Photography is one activity that’s fun for all ages. If you know the 60-year-old in your life is a fan then think about buying some camera lenses, bags, memory cards, and other equipment for him. Just be sure to ask in advance what he’d like since not every piece of camera equipment is compatible with each brand!

The best photography blogs keep your guy informed on the latest industry tips and trends, so be sure to shoot them his way!

9. Enjoy a dinner experience together

60th birthday ideas for men don’t have to include a lot of people. A dinner experience for two or a handful of folks can be just as fun! Think about a dinner show where you can enjoy a play, concert, or other performance while you eat together in a classy setting.

10. Buy him a wellness retreat package

Having days to unwind at a wellness retreat only gets better with age! A spa or wellness resort includes loads of options for everyone. He can enjoy some wellness smoothies, take fitness classes, and end the day with a relaxing trip to an aromatic sauna.

11. Get him a new wallet

Wallets these days come in so many styles! Minimalist slim wallets like these from Amazon are not only good looking but functional, with RFID-blocking tech and loads of capacity.

12. Take a treasure hunting journey with geocaching

Geocaching is like modern day treasure hunting except you use a smartphone or GPS device instead of a map. Download some geocache waypoints at a scenic park that’s not too hard on senior knees and go on an outdoor adventure!

13. Get him a set of sunglasses

Men who spend lots of time outdoors are always in need of a pair of sunglasses. Get a pair that automatically adjusts, depending on the light conditions. A pair of polarized sunglasses can cut through the water’s glare for the fishermen and boaters in your life.

14. Invite everyone over for a backyard BBQ

Is there anything more nostalgic than a backyard BBQ with friends and family? This 60th birthday idea for men is a guaranteed hit for anyone. Plus, it’s easy to arrange! All you need is a spacious backyard to decorate and set out a few chairs while everyone waits for steak and burgers. 

If you don’t have a large backyard, well, then you’ve come to the right place. Peerspace has hundreds of homes available for rent with the space you need. Check out this cozy urban hideaway in Dallas, TX, with a spacious backyard a short drive from downtown.

15. View wildlife on a safari vacation

Feel like an international trip? Then head to Africa, famous for some of the best safari trips in the world! You’ll get to see lions, elephants and other wildlife at intimate distances for photography and fun.

16. Do some stargazing with a new telescope

Men love gadgets and a telescope is one of the handiest gadgets for viewing the night sky. You get enough magnification that fuzzy blobs become awe-inspiring galaxies and planets. Pair his new telescope with a stargazing app and discover the night sky alongside him!

17. Get him a new bathrobe

Bathrobes are just the thing for lounging after a relaxing shower. A plush one with thick fabric is the way to go, like this soft fleece bathrobe from Amazon.

18. Organize a formal dress party for him 

60 is a milestone birthday to celebrate. So, make it feel special with a formal dress birthday party! Let everyone know to put on their best dress or suit and wish him many more decades of life over cocktails and fine dining.

Check out these unique dinner party themes for your group to ensure his party is as stylish as it is fun!

19. Throw a charcuterie party

Charcuterie or food boards are the perfect meal plan for an event where everyone can graze and socialize instead of focusing on big plates of food. Check out Peerspace’s food board ideas for a few thoughts on how to set up a charcuterie party!

20. Give the gift of memories with a digital picture frame

A digital photo album has near-infinite storage, unlike the physical print variety, making it one of the best 60th birthday ideas for men. Plus, he can place it on a mantlepiece, by his bed, or another place for easy viewing and remembering the important people in his life.

21. Get him a massage parlor package

Massages feel great, no matter how old you are! That makes a gift certificate or pre-purchased set of massages a wonderful 60th birthday idea for men. Help him improve his circulation and skin health with a professional massage.

22. Take a road trip somewhere new

Road trips are a great way to see something new, especially for a milestone birthday. Visit a nearby small town to see historic sights, enjoy coffee at a new cafe, and see where the adventure takes you!

23. Hit the beach and celebrate his birthday 

The beach is a great destination for a 60th birthday party! You can set up a few umbrellas and just lounge in the sun, waiting for fresh caught fish to finish on the grill. Crack open a few beers and celebrate listening to the sound of waves hitting the sand.

24. Get him some new boating equipment

Boating is the best way to find new fishing holes or simply enjoy being out on the water. So check out these boating gift ideas from The Atlas Heart for inspiration!

25. Open up the outdoors with an annual National Parks pass

A US national parks pass is just the thing to open up tons of the most beautiful destinations in the country! In two more years (62+) he will even be eligible for the heavily discounted price of $20/year. But for the low price of $80, he will have near-unlimited access to the 63 national parks in the United States. By the way, veterans are eligible for free annual or lifetime passes.

26. Hire a live band to perform

Live music is just the thing to class up any birthday party! Choose music from his favorite genre or an important decade in his life, like his birth year.

60th birthday ideas for men: conclusion

What do you think of our gifts, themes, and activities as 60th birthday ideas for men? We hope Peerspace has been a tremendous resource for you. While you’re here, think about browsing some of our birthday venues near you for the upcoming festivities!

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