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Image collage of DeKalb County seniors enjoying priceless fellowship and celebrating their achievements.

2026 DeKalb Senior OlympicsThe DeKalb Senior Olympics returns this spring, kicking off on May 5 with an exciting celebration of fitness, fun, and community. Hosted by DeKalb County’s Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs Department, this annual event invites adults ages 50 and better to participate in a wide range of Olympic-style competitions designed to promote active and healthy living.

The kickoff event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Exchange Intergenerational Recreation Center, launching a multi-day series of activities that include track and field, basketball free throw, swimming, bowling, table tennis, line dancing, and more. Participants can compete individually or as part of a team, with medals awarded to top finishers in each event.

For questions please contact Corlan Beasley at clbeasley@dekalbcountyga.gov or (404) 786-4074.

The flyer lists dates, times, and locations for multiple sports competitions for adults age 50 and older. Events include activities such as track and field, swimming, bowling, and basketball, organized across several days. Each event is presented with a specific start time and venue, along with registration details, a QR code, and closing ceremony information.

Flyer for the DeKalb County Mother and Son Sneaker Ball with 2 images of a dressed-up mother and son, a pants and sneaker image of 2 people on the dance floor, a QR scan code to register, verbiage of event details including date, time, and location in DeKalb County.

Mother & Son Sneaker Ball

Join us to celebrate a night of connection, style, and unforgettable memories at the Mother & Son Sneaker Ball. This special event brings mothers and their sons together for an evening of music, dancing, and fun where formal attire meets fresh kicks. It’s more than just a dance; it’s a chance to bond, laugh, and create moments that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss this opportunity to build memories and strengthen connections in a fun, uplifting atmosphere.

Flyer for a DeKalb County Summer Camp with a wooden boardwalk image, children smiling while hugging in a field, and event details such as dates, location, registration information, and a QR scan code to register.

Kids Summer Lunch Program Image of a Tree and Writing Inside of a Tree

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will partner with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning and the Happy Helping Program to provide meals that service youths ages 18 and under during the summer. The program will run June 8 – July 17.

The Department is encouraging agencies to apply now to participate as a distribution site.

To qualify as a site, 50 percent of children served must meet the income guidelines for free and reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program. Children who are members of households that receive food stamp benefits or Aid for Dependent Children (AFDC) assistance automatically qualify. Funding for the Summer Food Service Program is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and targets children up to age 18.

Please see a list of current summer food sites.

SFSP Site Listing Report