Adults & Seniors

Join us for the many fun and fascinating activities and trips planned especially for our Adults and Seniors.

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Villa Park Parks & Recreation offers a variety of social, fitness, recreational, and cultural opportunities for adults aged 60 and better. From interesting trips to our Functional Fitness classes, we’re here to help you stay active! Drop in anytime during business hours to check out the Villa Park Recreation Center and see how you can get connected with older adults in the area. Ongoing programs and activities include:  

Adult Senior Programs & Classes

A variety of classes are offered at the Villa Park Recreation Center for adults aged 60 and older including Birthday Bunch & Lunch, Donut Bingo, Fun with Watercolors, and much more!

Area seniors are invited to join us for this monthly celebration, which features lunch, dessert, and Bingo with prizes. Come out for the fun. We'll sing "Happy Birthday" to those celebrating their birthday each month. Register today for your birthday month!

Let's get together on Wednesday mornings and enjoy a donut, coffee, socializing, and a few games of bingo. Register today!

Fun with Watercolors

Perfect your skills or learn new ones in the beautiful art of watercolor with our experienced instructor, Nancy, who will show you how to take the basic elements of painting and turn them into a beautiful watercolor. All supplies are provided, and a new painting will be completed to take home each class. Register today!

We'll make good use of the VPRC's indoor walking track as we walk to better health and talk about whatever topics come up! This is a free program and no registration is required. Click here for dates.

Enhance and improve your functional movements, strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall well-being. This class will engage your mind, coordination, and balance. Exercises can be done standing, walking, or while seated. Ages 18 and older, $8 drop-in fee, payable at the door, or purchase a punch-pass. Register here.


Adult Trips

Villa Park Recreation Center Adults are always on the go! Join us for trips to exciting destinations around town and beyond.

We'll head to a new casino each month to see who the big winner of the day will be! Ages 21 and older. Mondays from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm. Click here for dates and locations.

Let's hit the road and enjoy dining at great restaurants! Note that these trips are all-inclusive and the fee includes transportation, lunch, tax, and tip. $37 per trip, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm. Click here to see destinations!

Each month we'll try a new restaurant and only the bus driver will know the destination! Trust us on this one, it will be a fun time! The fee includes transportation, lunch, tax, and tip. Ages 18 and older, $37, Fridays from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm. Check out the trips here.

All Adult Activities & Trips meet at Villa Park Recreation Center, 320 E. Wildwood Ave.


For information on programming and to receive the free Golden Times Senior Newsletter, please contact Program Supervisor Janet Bry at 630-749-3182 or email at JBry@invillapark.com.

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Programs & Events Guide / Resources

  1. Winter Spring 2026 Program & Events Guide
  2. Winter Spring 2026 Adult Activities and Senior Programs
  3. Fall Winter 2025 Program & Events Guide
  4. Fall Winter 2025 Adult Activities and Senior Programs
  5. Senior Citizen Community Resources (PDF)

Senior Transportation Information

York Township offers transportation for residents ages 55 and older. You must be registered at York Township to participate, and you need to call 630-620-2424 two business days (Monday-Friday) before your trip. The cost per ride varies from $2 - $4 each way.

Subsidized Taxi Rides

Villa Park residents who are age 65 or older or physically challenged (with a physician’s letter confirming disability) are eligible for subsidized taxi rides within the boundaries of Villa Park for $1 per ride, per person, each way. To participate, you must first visit Village Hall in person with a photo ID that shows your current Villa Park address and date of birth to complete the necessary paperwork. This program is limited to transportation within Villa Park only. For any questions, please call 630-834-8500.

Regional Transit Authority (RTA) Reduced Ride Card

RTA reduced ride card applications are available at the Villa Park Recreation Center (320 E. Wildwood Ave.) for persons age 65 years and older or within three weeks of their 65th birthday. Applications can be obtained during normal business hours and require a photo ID with proof of age. Call 630-749-3200 for more information.