Goodbye, 9-5. If you (or someone you know) recently retired, you might be looking for activities catering to older adults. Clock into our guide for retired people, and find opportunities in Lexington that work for you.
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Lexingtonians.
- Charles Young Center offers senior fitness programs on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays.
- Check out Active Older Adults programs at YMCA of Central Kentucky locations.
- The Lexington Senior Center offers a range of fitness classes, with a special emphasis on older adults in courses like Active Aging and Senior Fitness Testing.
- Eldercrafters at the Black and Williams Center offers fitness classes for Fayette County residents aged 60+, but you can also exercise your mind with creative activities like knitting and ceramics.
- Strengthen your muscles and grow your social circle by trying a group class at StrongerLife, specifically designed for locals ages 55+. Here the team will help you increase bone density, improve balance, and more.
There’s no wrong way to get fit. Your first step could be as easy as finding walking trails at a local park or exploring one of Lexington’s easier hikes.
Spend time with the grandkids
If you have grandchildren who you’d like to spend more time with, explore these 25+ kid-friendly activities in Lexington and pick one that’s your speed. Pro tip: Don’t drive — Lextran offers reduced fares for youth riders and adults 62+.
Volunteer
Give back to the community by volunteering at a local organization. Whether you’re interested in supporting a community center or want to volunteer outdoors, check out our full list.
This local made a splash on the Senior Intern Program.
Photo by Amy Wallot + @lexingtonkygov
Take a class
It’s never too late to learn new skills while making friends. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kentucky offers courses and interest groups for adults 50+. Or, check out the Donovan Scholars program at Bluegrass Community & Technical College that covers full tuition and mandatory fees for qualified adults 65+.
Older adults who want to learn more about local government can enroll in the annual Senior Intern Program, though applications for 2026’s session have not been released yet.
The American Saddlebred Museum offers special rates for seniors.
Photo via @asbmuseum
Explore arts + sports
Beat the crowds and take a weekday trip to one of Lexington’s many museums, and be on the lookout for senior discounts (we see you, International Museum of the Horse). Older adults can purchase discount tickets at The Kentucky Theatre and they also may be able to purchase rush tickets at the Lexington Opera House. Sports fans can get discounted senior tickets to some UK sports like soccer, softball, and women’s basketball.
