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Activities for Seniors in Chicago and Downers Grove

Discover a calendar that stretches as far as your curiosity. Oak Trace’s location in the village of Downers Grove, Illinois, opens the door to adventure in Chicago, Naperville, and beyond.

Spend the morning at Lyman Woods, catch a matinee at the Tivoli Theatre, or head into Chicago for an exhibition, performance, or a table at the newest restaurant. Group outings and resident-planned adventures keep art, culture, nature, dining, and entertainment within reach throughout the year.

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“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.”

- Ralph Waldo Emerson, Essayist, Lecturer, and Philosopher
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Local Senior Outings and Group Excursions in Chicago

From local favorites to legendary Chicago destinations, planned outings and group excursions fill your agenda with new places to explore and good company wherever the day leads.

  • Explore downtown Downers Grove, with local shops, dining, community events, and the Downers Grove Museum.
  • Spend time along the Chicago River, where architecture cruises offer a different view of the city and its skyline.
  • Visit the Art Institute of Chicago for an afternoon among celebrated works from around the world.
  • Head to Millennium Park and the lakefront for public art, gardens, seasonal events, and city views.
  • Take in a performance from Chicago’s theater, music, and dance calendars.

Explore Group Travel Opportunities for Seniors

Sometimes curiosity carries you a little farther. Oak Trace residents have headed out for day trips to nearby cities, laced up for hikes through area nature preserves, set sail on cruises abroad, and packed their bags for vacations planned with neighbors.

Each outing brings a different way to see the world together, whether the itinerary calls for an afternoon on the trail or several days away. Destinations change throughout the year, giving you opportunities to revisit a favorite place, follow a shared interest, or add somewhere new to your list.

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Senior Events and Celebrations in Downers Grove

Your next favorite memory might already be on the calendar. Life at Oak Trace brings together art, music, seasonal celebrations, performances, and resident-led events across the year.

Past programs have ranged from painting sessions with guest artists and live musical performances to summer socials, auctions, holiday celebrations, and outdoor entertainment. The lineup is always evolving, tailored to the interests of the people who call Oak Trace home.

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“I wanted a place that I trust and that has nice surroundings. A place where I can have a social life and stay active and engaged. Oak Trace rose to the top.”

- Barbara Nagengast, Future Oak Trace Resident
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