Events for Older Adults

Font Size: + -
Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option
Print

2025 Oakland County Parks Active Adults Events

Oakland County Parks offers many programs for Active Adults throughout the year that focus on fitness, wellness, historical education, and fun in the parks.

Printable 2025 Active Adults Programming Calendar of Events

  • Fireside Chats, Hosted by Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo. Free historical programs held from 7-8 p.m. via Zoom 9/25, 10/21, and 11/19. Visit Oakland County Parks Events for more information.
  • Cruisin' on Crooked Lake, hourly rides from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20 at the Independence Oaks County Park Boathouse. Join us while we cruise around Crooked Lake enjoying the sights and sounds of summer during a 45-minute pontoon boat ride. Registration opens May 9. Cost $5/person (Limited to 10 guests per trip). Visit Oakland County Parks Events for more information.
  • Adult Only Archery Shoot, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13 at Independence Oaks County Park's Archery Range. Learn archery basics and perfect shooting techniques. Cost: $15/person. Each session is limited to 16 guests. For information: 248-296-4584 or brechn@oakgov.com. Register by calling 248-858-0916
  • Holly, History and Harmony, 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 at Addison Oaks County Park. Enjoy an elegant buffet prepared by Oaks Management at the Buhl Estate. Learn about the history of Addison Oaks, then listen to seasonal music from the Twelfth Night Singers. Cost: $45/person. Preregistration required. Registration opens Sept. 22. Visit Oakland County Parks Events for more information.

More Events

TrailBlazers Hiking Series

Join Oakland County Parks staff for a scenic hike while discovering information about the parks and trails during the TrailBlazers Hiking Series. The September topic will be “Wildflower Hike.” Explore the beauty of native wildflowers and their variety of colors. Learn about the different animals that rely on our native flowers and ways that you can help support the native flora at Orion Oaks County Park.

The TrailBlazer Hiking Series runs through October and is a free program featuring 1-mile informational hikes. Each monthly session is held at a different park and features a new topic. It is a great way to get in steps. Walkers should dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and bug spray.

Preregistration is required. Call 248-858-0916 or scan the QR code on the TrailBlazers Hiking Series flyer to register.

Other:TrailBlazers Info Card
Return to full list >>