The Special Events for Seniors Office enables Jacksonville's seniors to enjoy cultural, educational, social and recreational events and to be recognized as valued members of the community. Individuals 60 and over are encouraged to participate and all events require an RSVP or ticket for admission. For more information about upcoming senior events and programs, call (904) 255-5667 or email adultsvcs@coj.net.
2022 Annual Senior Events
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Location: TBD
The safety seminar informs senior citizens about how to be safe and secure and plan for the future. Seniors actively participate and learn how to protect themselves and hear from public safety officials on local safety matters.
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April 15, 2022, 2022
Hanna Park
Seniors can enjoy a real senior fishing tournament at Hanna Park featuring games, activities, contests and lunch. Awards given for largest fish, smallest fish, most fish, prettiest fish and ugliest fish. Games include horseshoes, miniature golf, dancing and a picnic table decorating contest. To make a reservation, call (904) 255-5667. |
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May 18 & 19 and November 16 & 17, 2022
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Daily
Free admission and parking
Prime Osborn Convention Center (1000 Water St.)
Join the City of Jacksonville for two days devoted to sharing Jacksonville's programs, resources and services available to senior citizens and their families. For more information call (904) 255-5667. |
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Coming Spring 2022!
Location: TBD
Seniors enjoy a scenic walk along twhile celebrating senior fitness and health! Registrants participate in healthy, active programs such as stretching and dancing before the walk. Registered participants will receive a t-shirt and goodie bag along with free lunch, entertainment, and door prizes! Registration available in early February 2019, and there is no cost for this event! (Duval County residents age 60 and over) |
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Friday, August 5, 2022
4 - 7 p.m.
Prime Osborn Convention Center
Ticket Required For Entry
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 a live band, dancing and door prizes. For more information, call (904) 255-5667. |
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September 30 - October 8, 2022
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. For more information, call (904) 255-5667.
Click Here for past years results! |
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Saturday, December 3, 2022
1-4 p.m.
Prime Osborn Convention Center
Celebrate the holidays in style! Join us for dancing, dining, and entertainment at the Holiday Festival for Seniors. Registration is now open! Click here |
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Our thanks to presenting sponsor Humana and gold sponsor Island Doctors for their support!
Publications
Jacksonville Senior Services Directory
An annual publication of services, goods and activities for senior citizens and their families in the greater Jacksonville area. 
Download the 2021-2022 Senior Services Directory. The Senior Services Directory is available at all Senior Centers, Public Libraries and the City Hall at St. James Building.
Group Transportation
Transportation is available for the Fish-A-Thon and Holiday Festival for senior residences, church groups, or other senior organizations for confirmed groups of 15 or more. Call 255-5667 for more information.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you have time to assist in the planning and support for many of the programs sponsored by the City of Jacksonville for the use and enjoyment by Jacksonville's senior citizens, call (904) 255-5667.
Special events are funded in part by a Community Development Block Grant.
City of Jacksonville Special Events for Seniors
(904) 255-5667 Event Hotline
(904) 255-5415 Fax
City Hall at St. James
117 W. Duval St., Ste 220
Jacksonville, FL 32202
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