Experience gift ideas are a great way to prioritize memories and quality time over material things. Instead of cluttering your home with more stuff, give your kids the gift of adventures, experiences, quality time, and lasting memories.
Whether it’s a day at the zoo, a cooking class, or a weekend getaway, these experience gifts create opportunities to connect and make memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.
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To inspire you and help you get started, below you’ll find all kinds of experience gift ideas. This is a perfect list for families of all ages and interests, offering something unique for everyone.
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Sports Experience Gifts
- Sports Camps
- Bowling
- Skiing
- Pilates Class
- Tickets to a Game
- Roller Skating
Outdoors
- Rock Climbing
- Waterfall Hunting
- Ice Skating
- Mini-Golf (or regular golf)
- Wilderness Survival Course
- Hot Air Balloon Ride
Quality Time Experience Gifts
- Lunch/dinner date with Mom or Dad (or both)
- Ice Cream Night
- Backyard Movie Night
- Trip to the Zoo or Aquarium
- Family Game Night
- Dinner Show (like Medieval Times)
To make things easier, download a free printable list of ideas and a customizable coupon book to help you turn your gift into something truly special. Use the form below to get your copy.
Travel Experience Gifts
- AirBnb Gift Card
- Family Road Trip
- Trip to Beach or Lake
- National Park (or State Park) Trip
- Staycation in Your City
- Camping Trip
Lessons & Classes Gift Ideas
- Music Lessons
- Cooking Class
- Dance Lessons
- Yoga Class
- Art Class
- Horseback Riding Lessons
- Pottery Class
Music & Entertainment Experience Gifts
- Concert Tickets
- Movie Tickets
- Symphony Tickets
- Theater Tickets
Adventure Experience Gift Ideas
- Go-Carting
- Geocaching Adventure
- Amusement Park Tickets
- Escape Room
- Rope Climbing Adventure
- Zip Lining
- Water Park Passes
- Helicopter Ride
Other Experience Gift Ideas
- Magazine Subscription
- Subscription Box
- Professional Photo Shoot
- Manicure/Pedicure
- Museum Membership or Day Pass
- Treasure Hunt
- Botanical Gardens
- Scavenger Hunt
Experience gifts are a meaningful way to show your family how much you value time together and shared adventures. These gifts don’t just bring joy in the moment—they create lasting memories that everyone will treasure for years to come. Whether you choose something simple like a family movie night or something more adventurous like a weekend getaway, the focus is on connection, not possessions.
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