Fish-A-Thon

April 18th  10 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Hanna Park 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233​
Seniors enjoy a day of fishing, dancing and dining at Hanna Park. Fishing tournament awards are given for largest fish, smallest fish, most fish, prettiest fish and ugliest fish. This event also includes lawn games, a picnic table decorating contest, and a live DJ and dance floor. 

Bash at the Ballfield

May 7th  11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
121 Financial Ballpark 301 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Seniors enjoy a minor-league baseball game and a traditional ballpark meal at no cost! Transportation is provided to and from their local senior centers.

Senior Expo

May 21st -22nd & November 19th - 20th  9 A.M. - 3 P.M.
University of North Florida Adam Herbert Center 
Join the City of Jacksonville for two days devoted to sharing Jacksonville's programs, resources, and services available to senior citizens and their families. Free admission and parking. 

Senior Prom 

August 8th 5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Prime Osborn Convention Center 1000 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
Put on your dancing shoes and join us in celebrating more than 30 years of the Senior Prom! A sit-down dinner will be provided, along with live musical entertainment, dancing, and door prizes. Ticket Required For Entry. 


Call 904-255-5667 for more information 
 

Jacksonville Senior Games

September 27th - October 3rd
Various Venues Throughout Jacksonville
Celebrate fitness after 50 and compete in various athletic events and games. The Senior Games encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle for seniors aged 50 and over. Online registration required. 

2025 Events

• Track and Field-  Saturday, September 27th Bishop Snyder High School
• Chess- Saturday, September 27th Main Library
• Tennis (Singles and Doubles)- Monday, October 13th  
• Power Lifting (Bench Press and Dead Lift)- Tuesday September 30th at Cecil Gym & Fitness Center 
• Golf- Wednesday October 1st at Bent Creek Golf Course
• Pickleball (Singles and Doubles) - Thursday October 2nd  at  Argyle Forest Park 
• Pickleball- (Mixed Doubles) - Friday, October 17th  
• Basketball- Thursday October 2nd at Cecil Gym & Fitness Center
• Swimming- Friday October 3rd at Cecil Aquatics Center 

24th Annual Senior Citizens of the Year Awards Ceremony

Jacksonville Public Library-Downtown
303 N. Laura St. Jacksonville, Fl 32202

The Council on Elder Affairs, in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville is excited to host its annual distinguished luncheon dedicated to honoring the extraordinary contributions of our city’s older adults.

Join us as we celebrate the achievements of two exceptional seniors — one male and one female — who have demonstrated outstanding service to the community and/or older adults during 2024.

We will also proudly recognize a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, honoring a remarkable individual whose dedication to serving the community and older adults has made a lasting impact over the years.

 

Fall Resource Festival for Duval County Seniors (60+)

Duval County UF/IFAS Extension Office

This free community event is specially designed for Duval County seniors aged 60 and older.
Enjoy a day filled with valuable resources
and festive fun including:

• Insurance resource vendors

• Free vaccines

• Games, prizes, and pumpkin decorating

Hosted at the UF IFAS Extension – University of Florida, the event
brings together health providers like ArchWell Health, Humana, Conviva Care Centers, CarePlus,
Dedicated Senior Medical Center, Walmart Pharmacy, and Devoted Health.

Admission is free! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, celebrate fall, and access helpful senior services.

Holiday Festival For Seniors
*Must be 60 or older and live in Duval County

December 6th 1 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Prime Osborn Convention Center 1000 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
Celebrate the holidays in style! Join us for dancing, dining, and entertainment at the Holiday Festival for Seniors. $10 Ticket Required For Entry. Checks are not accepted 

Tickets  are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets must be presented intact at the door. Lost or torn tickets will not be honored.

Ticket sale locations and dates: 

Lane Wiley Senior Center 6710 Wiley Rd., 32210
Monday, Nov 3rd 10 AM- 1 PM

Mandarin Senior Center 3848 Hartley Rd., 32257
Monday, Nov 3rd 1 AM- 1 PM

Riverview Senior Center 9620 Water St. 32208
Monday, Nov 3rd 6 PM - 8 PM

Jim Fortuna senior center 11751 McCormick RD. 32225
Tuesday, Nov 4th 10 am-1 pm

Francis Padgett Senior Center 1078 Rogero Rd., 32211
Tuesday, Nov 4th 6:30 pm - 8 pm

Mary Singleton Senior Center 150 East 1st St., 32206
Wednesday, Nov 5th 10 AM- 1 PM

Bennie Furlong Senior Center 281 19th Ave S. 32250
Wednesday, Nov 5th 6 PM- 8 PM

Southside Senior Center 10080 Beach Blvd., 32246
Thursday, Nov 6th 10 AM- 1 PM

Lane Wiley Senior Center 6710 Wiley Rd., 32210
Monday, Nov 10th 5 PM- 7 PM

City Hall 117 West Duval St., 32202 Ste. 280 (2nd Floor)
Begins Monday, Nov 10th until sold out
Monday- Friday, 8 AM- 5 PM (Exclude Holidays)