Let The Games Begin! Lieutenant Governor Primavera Celebrates Return of Colorado Senior Games Starting Next Year

COLORADO SPRINGS - Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined members of Sports Corp, and the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region to celebrate the announcement that the Senior Games would return to Colorado in 2025. Competitors in the Colorado Senior Games can go on to compete in the National Senior Games. The event will promote health, wellness, and camaraderie among senior athletes, while also highlighting the vibrant spirit of Colorado's senior community.

"Colorado is the best place to train and compete for athletes of all ages, and I am delighted to share that the Senior Games are returning to Colorado. The Senior Games provide community and opportunities for senior athletes, and I can't wait to see the talent that lives right here in our state. In Colorado, we are proud to be one of the healthiest and most active states in the country, and were recently ranked second in the United Senior Health Rankings, making our athletes sure competitors in the national games next year," said Lt. Governor Primavera.

The Colorado Senior Games presented by Medicare Mentors, is set to take place from June 6-8th, 2025, in Colorado Springs. The event will feature a wide variety of sports and activities for participants aged 50 and older, including track and field, pickleball, and more. The last Senior Games were held annually in Greeley up until 2018. Registration for the Colorado Senior Games will open on February 1, 2025. Seniors of all skill levels are encouraged to participate, whether they are seasoned athletes or looking to try something new. Information on registration, events, and volunteering opportunities will be available on coloradoseniorgames.org.

Throughout her career, Lt. Governor Primavera has championed Colorado's aging population, including creating more resources, strengthening employment opportunities, and more. The Lt. Governor leads the Colorado Office of Saving Money on Health Care, which is focused on reducing healthcare costs for all, including older Coloradans. This includes everything from capping the cost of insulin, increasing access to insurance coverage through efforts like Reinsurance and the Colorado Option, and reducing prescription drug costs through the Prescription Drug affordability Board and importing lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada.

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