The Ultimate List Of 60th Birthday Gift Ideas To Put The Swing In Sixty

Updated: Oct 13 2022
The Ultimate List Of 60th Birthday Gift Ideas To Put The Swing In Sixty
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The man or woman of the hour who's about to turn the big six oh needs something special to ring in the big year and one of these 60th birthday gift ideas is sure to keep the party rocking and their life rolling happily along. The perfect gift awaits on this list that's got ideas and items for men and women, everything is sure to be a hit. From presents like wine glasses to help them enjoy their almost-retirement, to books and cards to let them reminisce about life back in the day, to picture frames and family tree displays they can gaze upon and reflect on the incredible legacy they've built, to party supplies that add some sparkle and shimmer to the party that's sure to be as swinging as the newly minted 60-year-old. Buy a gift for the golden oldie in the corner shouting, "silver hair, don't care!" and you'll be the reason your friend or family member is excited about getting older and seeing what's next on the journey of life.

You're Only Old Once! A Book for Obsolete Children

At 60, one isn't just a big kid, one is the biggest kid. Celebrate that child-at-heart feeling with You're Only Old Once by Dr. Seuss. With bright, colorful images and hilarious wit, it's sure to cheer up anyone feeling a little old and crusty.
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What You Don't Know About Turning 60

Turning 60 comes with a learning curve, let this book guide the way. It features a series of hilarious jokes about getting older that anyone that's over-the-hill will enjoy cracking up their family and friends with.
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I Wrote a Book About You

Sixty years are quite a few to have spent on Earth, and in that time, you can get to know someone pretty well. Tell your loved one all they mean to you with "I Wrote a Book About You." In its pages are prompts for you to share memories you've made together, and tell them why they're special.
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Vintage Candy Co. 60th Birthday Box

No kid that comes knocking on Halloween will want any of these candies in their trick or treat bag, but that means more for you! The Vintage Candy Co box is packed full of 3lbs of treats that any 60-year-old will remember with sweetly.
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The 60th Birthday Game

For icebreakers or a fun trivia game at the party of the year, these cards make a great gift. They're chockfull of facts, fun quotes, and entertaining anecdotes for guests to share and enjoy.
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60th Birthday Framed Chalkboard Decoration

At the party, guests can see what life was like back in the day and the guest of honor can reminisce about things with this chalkboard. It features key facts and figures about the year the birthday boy or girl was born in that are great conversation starters.
$12 .99

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1960 What A Year it Was: 60th Birthday Book

Amateur or aspiring historians can get a headstart on their learning by remembering what things were like when they were a kid. Not only does it have memorable info, it has a bunch of fascinating pictures that'll elicit plenty of smiles and stories.
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60th Birthday Guestbook Print

Leave some words of wisdom for your friend or family member with a guestbook print. The print comes in a variety of sizes, can be hung or propped against a wall, and has plenty of space for well wishes, happy sentiments, and advice so the new 60-year-old can feel as loved as they are.
$9 .99

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Senior's Texting Code Mug

It's more than just the LOLs that are guilty of TOTing. After a coffee from this mug, the recipient can say they HGBM and will make their friend start LMDO. And, they'll understand what all of those silly acronyms mean.
$18 .99

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Sixtieth Birthday Angel

Guardian angels aren't just looking over children, they're looking over everyone. At 60, your friend might have a few more guardian angels than they did when they were younger, so a reminder of how loved they are by the people around them and looking down on them is welcomed, making this figurine a perfect addition to their shelf.
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Endlessly Singing Prank Happy Birthday Card

Birthdays have evolved into birth weeks and with this card, they've evolved into birth forevers. The singing never stops no matter what the recipient tries to do. Watch as their frustration turns to laughter, and then to exasperation when they rip the card and glitter flies out.
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60 and Fabulous Mug

Before and after the celebration, the queen should sip in style and she can with this 60 and Fabulous mug. The gorgeously pink marbled mug comes in a plush padded box and includes a lid to keep the beverage warm and a spoon to stir in sugar (or a splash of Kahlua).
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Acupressure Foot Massage Slippers

Don't take another step without making plans later to walk around the house in these acupressure foot massage slippers. They're designed to target pressure points in the feet that relieve tension, decrease pain, and increase blood flow and circulation.
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399 Games to Keep Your Brain Young

Keep your noodle loose with a set of games designed for brain elasticity. Age ain't nothing but a number as you work your way through games and puzzle that range in difficulty and variety.
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Woodstock Candy Nostalgic Treat Box

The great thing about this box of candy is that now that you're an adult, no one can tell you not to eat it for dinner. All the favorites from the '60s are tucked neatly inside the box. Bonus: no siblings around to steal away the sweets!
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Memory Mints

Next time you need a mo-mint to remember exactly what it was you were going to say, toss back a Memory Mint. Designed for those senior moments, stimulate your brain with a hefty dose of peppermint, and give yourself an excuse not to talk while gathering your thoughts. After all, it's rude to chew with your mouth open.
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Aged to Perfection Whiskey Glass

Whisk yourself away on a liquid adventure with a cocktail made on the rocks in this whiskey glass that perfectly describes you at 60. The glass is printed with "Aged to Perfection" in super ceramic ink so it, like you, won't fade with time.
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1960 Reflections of a Special Year

What a year it was when the birthday boy or girl it was. Help them reminisce, or even learn a thing or two about that very year with this pocket-sized almanac. From cars to houses to the minimum wage, it's got all the info from 1960 in one place.
$6 .99

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Retirement Countdown Clock

At 60, counting down to retirement isn't depressing anymore. This hilarious clock measures the time down to the second what it's time to ditch the suit pants and pull on the golf shorts.
$14 .99

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Black+Decker Bev Cocktail Machine

Feel like the luxurious 60 year old you are with a cocktail machine that makes your drinks for you. The Bev makes bartender-worthy drinks by drawing from up to five bottles of spirits and mixers. You’ll have your choice of four sizes and can add more flavor with Keurig-style pods.
$324 .95

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60 and Chic Wine Bottle Labels

Chic up some Chardonnay with a wine label made specifically for a sippin' sixty birthday. This set of four creative, colorful labels go around the favorite bottles of the woman of the hour and make them as stunning as she is.
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Gold Birthday Celebration Decor

The swinin' 60's shindig will be bright and shiny thanks to a set of gold birthday decor. This set contains everything you need to give the party the Midas touch, from balloons and banners to confetti.
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The Storymatic Rememory

Everyone's heard your go-to stories, but what about the ones that are a little foggier or a little less rehashed? With the Storymatic Rememory, the stories that no one's heard will be brought to the surface with almost 200 cards of prompts.
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Birthday Wish Jar

Life is just getting started for an almost-retiree, wish them well on the 100 small slips of paper in this jar. Party attendees write a message and tuck it in the jar. After the celebration, the guest of honor will have a wonderful time reading the notes and reflecting on what an amazing life they've built so far.
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In Dog Years I Would be 420 Mug

To be blunt, it's rude to remind a recipient that they're old, but this mug tells them the truth: the grass is greener on the side they're on. Sure, they may be 420 in dog years, but after a coffee why not celebrate that monumental achievement in 5-leafed style?
$18 .99

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Tile Mate Keys Finder

The Tile Mate is the cheat code for the daily guessing game of "glasses, wallet, keys and phone" that you play by the door. the Bluetooth-enabled tabs make a loud noise you can follow to find your lost items. Use it with an app on your phone or, if you lost your phone, double press to make your phone ring.
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60th Beer Can Coozies

Chill out and keep your beverages as cool as you with a set of can coozies. This set of 12 is double-sided and printed in black and gold. They make great favors for handing out at a backyard birthday party.
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Ancestry DNA Kit

Dig into the roots of your family tree as the branches continue to grow with an Ancestry DNA Kit. Take a cheek swab and in 6-8 weeks you'll learn all manner of information about your heritage, where your family came from, and where you might still have other relatives out there.
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Prank Million Dollar Lottery Tickets

Since they’re nearing retirement you can bet a 60 year old has a healthy nest egg to live out their lives on but they’ll lay another one when they realize that this Golden egg lotto ticket is a fake. The scratch off is a fun prank to play on someone with a hefty sense of humor.
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Day Of The Week Clock

Poke a little fun at the old fart in your life by giving them a clock that doesn't tell time. They've got a watch for the time, but that watch won't tell them what day it is. With this clock, they'll never forget the day again.
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Remember When Cardlet

If your friend or family member says things like, "Remember when gas was 30 cents a gallon" and all you do is shake your head, let them feel the smug joy of being right by leafing through this card together. The Remember When booklet entertains and educates with a series of vintage pictures and facts from back in the day.
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Backwards Clock

When your knees are cracking and your back is screaming every time you get out of bed, you might wish you could turn back the clock on things. With this novelty clock, it's possible. It runs backward, so even if your elbows start creaking, too, you'll at least have the illusion that you're getting younger.
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Gourmet Chocolate Gift Basket

An almost-retiree needs a tasty treat to tuck into when they're rocking back in the armchair and watching TV and this is it. In this tin are dozens of chocolate-covered sweets both sweets and salty. It's sized for sharing, but no one's judging the person who eats it by themselves.
$38 .99

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I am 59+ Beer Glass

After a few beers, who's counting anyway? This funny pint glass is technically correct, at 60, you are 59+. It'll still apply when the OLDometer turns over to 61, and 62, and every year after.
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Family Tree Frame

Treat a sentimental 60yo to a gift that will give them a visual representation of all that they've worked to build in their years. The photo frames hang like leaves off of the branches, you decide where they go. There are 10 included but if the family extends beyond that, additional frames are available.
$39 .99

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Cheers to 60 Years Party Banner

People driving by will know to watch out for slow-moving pedestrians when they see this banner in the yard. Buy it and display it proudly so passersby know where the party is at...and that it ends promptly at 5PM so the newly minted codger can hit the sack.
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Aged to Perfection Wine Glass

People, like wine, only get better with age. Celebrate the sixty-year-old in your life who has aged to absolute perfection with a beautifully etched wine glass sporting their vintage and the "Limited Edition" description, because the recipient is of course one of a kind.
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Hello Sixty Candle

Bye bye 59, hello 60! Celebrate a new age with a flicker of style and a lot of color with this happy and bright candle. Its Caribbean Retreat scent smells like vacation, which is basically what life is once you turn the big 6-0.
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60 and Fab Birthday Bracelet

You'll hardly find a gift more charming for a sixty-year-old who loves showing off a little flair than this silver, adjustable 60 and Fab bracelet. With six cute charms adorning it, they're sure to find one that's their favorite.
$13 .99

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Plush Eyeglass Holder

Never lose your glasses again with this plush holder that will cradle specs and treat them with care. When they're not on your head they'll be surrounded by a furry lining that won't scratch the lenses and will protect them from dirt.
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Shiatsu Back and Neck Massager

Your neck, your back, at 60, everything starts to crack. Erase those aches and pains with a shiatsu back and neck massager. With this model, you'll enjoy a heating function and deep kneading nodes that change direction every minute to maximize the stress-relieving and tension-relieving power.
$79 .95

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Six Rings for Six Decades Necklace

Ring in 60 with a beautiful necklace that features six rings on its delicate chain. There's one ring for every decade, each representing 10 years of memories, growth, and progress on the way to where your friend is now.
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All Original Parts T-Shirt

Anyone that still has both knees and both hips at the age of 60 is basically a legend. Wear that badge of honor with pride in this comfortable, funny t-shirt.
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Memory Rescue

After forgetting your anniversary for 40-odd years, surprise your partner by remembering it after combing the pages of Memory Rescue. It teaches the ways to prevent further memory loss, and even undo some of the damage that's already been done.
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Binoculars

Looking for a new hobby as you near retirement? You won't have to look far to find it in a pair of binoculars. Maybe you use them to watch birds, maybe to spy on the neighbor and gossip about them later, either way you'll be set with this pair's 12x zoom, 42mm objective lens, and large field of view.
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Sherpa Fleece Throw

The only acceptable old burrito is a 60-year-old who has folded themselves into a sherpa fleece blanket. This throw is the perfect shell. It's big, it's soft, it's available in almost any color, and it'll add plush power to naps.
$18 .99

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Bushnell Phantom Golf GPS

Tee off right on your sixtieth with a golf GPS. Bushnell's Phantom is easy to use, has a magnetic mount so it'll stick to your cart, and is programmed with over 36,000 courses.
$229 .00

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Contoured Sleep Mask

At sixty, you need your beauty sleep more than ever. Get it with a contoured mask that comfortably blocks out all light but won't put any pressure on the eyes. The mask has an adjustable buckle and won't catch in the sleeper's hair.
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