Welcome to the Illinois Senior Olympics

The Springfield Park District and The Illinois Senior Olympic Advisory Board invite all Men and Women 50 years of age and older to come and participate in this wonderful senior athletic event. There are over 30 event categories and team sports offered.

The Benefits
We are proud to be able to help promote healthy lifestyles for adults, particularly seniors of 50 years and older. It’s no secret that baby boomers are entering their golden years and are becoming more conscious health and the way we age. Staying fit and active is the best answer to aging. The games provide an excellent way for seniors to maintain or improve their physical and mental condition as well as their coordination, while enjoying some friendly competition. Plus, you meet new friends, engage the whole family in the fitness mode and you can become a volunteer too!

Photos of the 2008 Games have been added and Results for 2008 are available!
View the Photos >
View the 2008 Results on the STATS page >

More About the Games
The Illinois Senior Olympics, based in Springfield began in 1977, making it the oldest State Games in the United States. Springfield’s first Senior Olympics hosted 122 athletes and as years have passed the participation has increased immensely, the Illinois Senior Olympics now host up to 1,000 male and female athletes, ages 50 years and older. The Oldest athlete to ever compete was 99. Springfield is the only qualifying site for the state of Illinois.

Be part of the Senior Olympics
There are Many Levels of Sponsorship and Volunteering Opportunities more info >