MAKE FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL! This year, give Dad the gift of an experience. by Emily Webb
FOR THE CAR MANIAC n Test the capabilities of Porsche vehicles
with 1.6 miles of track designed to show off the thrill of the drive at the Porsche Experience Center. Experiences include driving a 911 Carrera S, 718 Cayman, 911 GT3, 911 Targa 4S and more. 1 Porsche Dr., Atlanta. 888-204-7474. $365-$975. porschedriving.com/atlanta n Experience what it’s like to be a racecar
driver! The Atlanta Motor Speedway offers a NASCAR Style Driving Experience and Ride Alongs for a speedy race on this 1.5-mile oval. June 18-19. 1500 Tara Pl., Hampton. 855-277-8789. $149-$3,699. racewithrusty.com n Learn the ins and outs of being a
professional stunt driver at Atlanta Motorsports Park. Understand the science behind the stunt moves you see with a presentation on car dynamics and precision driving before getting behind the wheel on a purpose-built slalom course and trying your hand at stunt driving moves. 20 Duck Thurmond Rd., Dawsonville. 678-381-8527. $299-$2,995. atlantamotorsportspark.com
FOR THE SPORTS STAR n Rent out your own hitting bay to test your
golf skills at Topgolf. Each golf ball has been micro-chopped to track accuracy and distance, and players get points for hitting targets on the outfield for a fun competition the whole family can enjoy. Atlanta, Alpharetta and Buford. $27-$50 per hour. topgolf.com
Porsche Experience Center
n Compete with interactive and tech-infused
mini golf at Puttshack with custom themed holes, interactive leader boards and a digital prize wheel. Themed games create a fun addon at each hole, such as showing off your Beer Pong skills or pop culture knowledge at True or False. Venue is ages 21+ after 8 p.m. 1115 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta. $12; ages 12 and younger, $8. puttshack.com
FOR THE DAREDEVIL n Enjoy breathtaking views of the
Atlanta landscape with experiences from Virgin Experience Gifts. Learn what it takes to fly a helicopter, and try straight and level flights, climbs, turns and descents. Or fly an airplane with the one-hour introductory flight, or soar above the trees with tandem hang gliding. 866-525-6389. Starts at $199. virginexperiencegifts.com/georgia/atlanta
FOR THE OUTDOORSY EXPLORER n Go rafting with Whitewater
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Express for a trip down class I-III+ rapids for fun no matter the adventurous level of your man or your family. Kayaking trips are also available, as well as an opportunity to zipline across the Chattahoochee River. 1000 Bay Ave., Columbus. 706-321-4720. $39.95-$74.95; zipline, $24.95-$119.95. chattahoochee.whitewaterexpress.com atlantaparent.com
