AARP Has a One-Stop Shop for Fun and Learning Activities

AARP offers over 14,000 events and experiences every year, and now you can find all of them in one place.

Our newly launched events page connects you to experiences that help you learn, have fun and feel your best. 

Among the subject areas are caregiving, entertainment, exercise and wellness, Medicare, scam prevention and Social Security. The site offers in-person and virtual options.

These resources were already available, but finding them had been a challenge. There was never one central door to enter on aarp.org, our website. The new portal is a faster and simpler way to find upcoming AARP programming — the vast majority of which is free — and you don’t have to be a member to attend virtually or in person.

“You can find an event that’s right for you because we have such a variety,” says Heather Nawrocki, vice president of fun and fulfillment at AARP. Visitors can filter by topic, location or format to find exactly what they want, she adds.

Here’s what you can discover:

Learn: AARP’s sessions can educate you about your financial readiness, retirement planning and Social Security benefits. They can also clarify complicated information about Medicaid and Medicare. Or you can opt to learn something new across a range of categories, including fraud prevention, safe driving and caregiving. There are also workshops on searching for jobs.

Have fun: Take up new hobbies and build new skills with AARP. Explore our resources for gardening and other outdoor activities, like bird-watching. Watch films — including Movies for Grownups screenings — or take music and art classes, either in person or virtually. Check out the sports category to see what’s happening online or in your area. There are also events that offer travel tips to help you save on your next vacation.

Feel good: Access exercise and wellness content that boosts your energy, improves your balance and enhances your strength. There is a mix of online yoga, meditation, dance and strength training classes every day. Combine your workout with lessons in cooking and nutrition that celebrate different seasons, holidays and cultures.

In addition to these opportunities, you can use the events page to discover news and resources in your state, volunteer with AARP or join community groups to connect with others, both online and in person.

“There’s always a chat during the virtual events, so people are interacting. You’re being entertained and sharing this experience with so many people. It adds a special element you might not get if you’re just watching something on demand,” Nawrocki says.

AARP is always adding new classes to its calendar, so check back often to explore the latest offerings.