Goodbye, 9-5. If you (or someone you know) recently retired, you might be looking for activities catering to older adults. Clock into our retirement guide, and find opportunities in Dallas that work for you.

Stay fit

A body in motion stays in motion. That's why we recommend these local hiking trails that are rated by difficulty. Or, dog owners will wag their tails over the top dog parks in Big D.

Many of Cedar Hill State Park's trails pass by Joe Pool Lake. | Photo by Michael Barera via Wikimedia Commons

Organized activities

Dallas Parks and Recreation offers its Active Senior Adult Programs, which give adults aged 60+ opportunities to get out in the city for recreational and leisure activities Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. From aerobics to arts and crafts, book clubs, and city day trips, there are various opportunities for fun.

Family fun

Retirement is best spent with family, especially when you have 35+ family friendly activities right at your fingertips. Plus, you can keep those hard-earned retirement dollars in your pocket with free activities around Dallas.

Kids will appreciate the whimsical vibes of the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. | Photo via Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Meet-ups

Looking to meet other adults in your area? Meet-up posts events for older adults in Dallas hosted by various organizations. Savvy Seniors is a local organization that hosts meet-ups, concerts, tye-dye parties, and other interactive get togethers.

Volunteer

If you're looking for ways to give back to the community, find volunteer opportunities at CitySquare. The organization serves those living in poverty while also raising awareness through discussions, community events, and galas.