Forget the socks and hankies, this Father’s Day treat the main man in your life to something out of the ordinary. From luxury dining to F1 simulators, here’s our pick of great Birmingham experiences to make it a date to remember.

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Watch The Euros

TOCA Social, Bullring

For a footie and dining experience, head to TOCA Social in Bullring as it launches June-Toberfest. There’s a nod towards host nation Germany, with beer steins and bratwurst, and even an Oompah band playing all of the England classics. Test your own ball skills with a private box for up to 12 players, or try your hand on the foosball tables. TOCA Social

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A Chinese Banquet

Celebrate Father’s Day at Tattu, with a specially curated Sunday Roast menu

Tattu celebrates Father’s Day with a specially curated Sunday Roast menu, from 12-6pm on Sunday June 16 with dad’s receiving a complimentary Eastern Pillar cocktail, crafted in collaboration with Maker’s Mark whiskey. There’s also the exclusive Macallan Father’s Day Lunch Event, from 2-5pm, with a dining experience curated by a representative Macallan who will guide you through the tasting journey. Guests will enjoy a specially crafted menu in the private dining rooms and receive a Tattu gift bag. Father’s Day – Tattu Restaurant and Bar

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For The Adventurous Dad

The Bear Grylls Adventure, at NEC Birmingham

Climbing, archery, iFly and shark tanks … The Bear Grylls Adventure, at NEC Birmingham, brings together 11 epic experiences, all of which offer their own challenges and encourage you to push your limits. Whichever one you choose, Adventure Guides are on hand to inspire, encourage and support you. Adventure Centre in Birmingham (beargryllsadventure.com)

Try your wits at Escape Live, in the Jewellery Quarter, home of the Official Peaky Blinders escape rooms. Suitable for two more players, enter a fully immersive world where you crack codes, solve puzzles and work together in order to unlock the mystery. Escape Room Birmingham | Escape Games Birmingham | Escape Live

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The Stylish Father’s Day

Selfridges Experience Concierge offer the stylish alternative for your daddy cool

Selfridges Experience Concierge offer the stylish alternative for your daddy cool at its flagship Bullring store. Book online for fashion consultations, cocktail masterclasses, wellness reset or brunch and fragrance experiences. They will also be menswear activities, leather care, stamping and personalisation from Jo Malone, grooming services and a Mont Blanc pop-up. Experience Concierge | Gifts and Experiences | Selfridges

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For The Seasoned Sportsman

F1 Arcade in Chamberlain Square

If your dad is a frustrated Lewis Hamilton, head to F1 Arcade in Chamberlain Square. From Rookie to Elite, he can choose his virtual racing skill level, jump in the driver’s seat and experience the thrill of life in the fast lane. Play in teams and compete for points or go head to head for three sims races (booking length around 30 minutes) or five (booking length around 45 minutes). F1® Arcade (f1arcade.com)

Test his batting average at Mailbox cricket bar Sixes Social. Cutting edge sports technology offers challenge levels from complete beginner to World Class – simply select, step into the nets and pit your skills against some of the greatest bowlers. Sixes Social Cricket | Let’s Play! | Sixes Social Cricket (sixescricket.com)

Inspired by Darts prodigy Luke Littler? Flight Club, in Temple Street, offers two-hour weekend Brunch Socials. Spend an hour perfecting your throw in the oche and another hour toasting your Social Darts champion at the bar with Prosecco and bottomless pizza. Book your perfect Brunch Social | Flight Club Darts | Flight Club Darts

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For The Classic Gamer

Chance & Counters at The Custard Factory

Less high-tech but still lots of fun, Chance & Counters at The Custard Factory offers more than 600 board games alongside a line-up of top notch craft beers and ciders, burgers, loaded fries and wings. Birmingham | Chance & Counters (chanceandcounters.com)

Roxy Ball Room, in Victoria Square, boasts a huge array of gaming under one roof including duck pin bowling, shuffleboard, ping pong and pool. Stay fuelled you conquer the games with American-style pizzas and hotdogs and a wide range of drinks including signature cocktails. Birmingham: Victoria Square | Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Pool (roxyleisure.co.uk)

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Raise A Glass To The Big Daddy

Albert’s Schloss hosts a grand old Father’s Day Sunday Service

In honour of namesake Prince Albert, Albert’s Schloss hosts a grand old Father’s Day Sunday Service fit for the king in your life. Dad’s get their own bier and stein to take away and the first 40 guests to book will have theirs engraved. For early risers, hearty breakfast is served from 9am with Rise + Shine DJ, then from midday its family style sharing roasts. The day finishes with as much dad dancing as you can handle with live music from 7pm complemented with some of Europe’s finest biers. Father’s Day – Albert’s Schloss (albertsschloss.com)