There are many activities seniors can do in Central Pennsylvania. Most of these are indoors, but as the weather warms up, stay tuned for outdoor activities. Seniors need to be active to stay healthy and have fun. Here’s a list of some activities we recommend trying.
Find a Senior Center Near You Here
Use this link to find a senior center near you. Attending a senior center is free; you can participate in various activities and events. Senior centers are an excellent option for seniors looking to stay active and have fun!
Go to a Movie at Regal Here
Regal has many movie theaters; you can visit its website to find one nearby. It is always fun to leave the house and go out to see a movie. Regal has comfy recliner chairs so you can sit back and relax. Order popcorn and a drink, and enjoy a movie!
Go to a Sight & Sound Musical Here
People come from across the country to see a Sight & Sound musical. Their performances are Broadway-level productions, and all of them feature live animals. You must buy a ticket in advance to plan a trip to see one of their musicals. You will not regret spending the money to see one of these fantastic performances!
Play Pickleball Here
Pickleball is an emerging sport for seniors everywhere. It is an option between tennis and ping-pong. It’s an enjoyable and active sport played with a racket and a ball. To better understand what it looks like, click the link to see pictures.
Hershey’s Chocolate World Here
Hershey Chocolate World is an excellent activity for seniors who want to take their grandkids. For free, you can go on a ride that explains how chocolate is made. The park also has a massive store where you can shop for a ton of candy. You can also create a candy bar if you would like.
Escape Room Here
Escape rooms are a fun activity for friends or family to try. You go into a room with clues and have to figure out all the clues to “escape.” Along the way, you can get clues if you are struggling. This is an excellent activity for seniors who might be unable to do as much physical activity.
Lake Tobias Here
Lake Tobias is an enjoyable zoo that seniors can visit with friends or family. It has many different animals, from lions to monkeys to water buffalo. You can go on extraordinary safaris to see the animals up close. The zoo also has a petting zoo for kids.
Each activity listed above is a lot of fun to do with your friends, family, or grandkids. It’s important to stay active as a senior; these activities are a great way to do that. Consider trying a couple of new activities each month and see which ones you like the most. If you have other ideas, please share them with us.