Senior Games and SilverArts
Prove what's possible. Registration for the 2026 Senior Games and SilverArts will open Jan. 5, 2026.
The Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts are annual, multievent sports and arts competitions for adults ages 50 and older. The games foster friendly competition and camaraderie at the local, state and national levels, and promote healthy aging. Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts competitions take place each spring.
Eligibility
Registration
Fees
Activity Locations
Events will take place at multiple locations in the Mecklenburg County area. County facilities that will host events include, but are not limited to the following.
Non-County Locations
Volunteer at Senior Games and SilverArts
Frequently Asked Questions
No. To compete in the Mecklenburg County Senior Games and Silver Arts, the only qualifications are that you are at least 50 years old and a resident of North Carolina for three consecutive months of the past 12 months.
To compete in the statewide, North Carolina Senior Games or SilverArts, you must medal at the local competitions. Likewise, to compete at the national level, you must medal in the state competitions.
No, but you might enjoy watching the different events before deciding what you would like to do. A schedule of events is available at ....
Equipment is provided for some sports. Track and field events have the equipment at the venue. Bowling equipment can be rented and badminton racquets are available at the venues.
Yes. Please contact Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation by calling 980-314-1328 or emailing [email protected].