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Healthy Living Festival

Name: Healthy Living Festival
Start: 2026-09-24
End: 2026-09-24
Location: Oakland, Alameda County

The 23rd annual Healthy Living Festival is a health-focused community event for seniors held at the Oakland Zoo. Hosted by Alameda County District 4 Supervisor Nate Miley and the United Seniors of Oakland and Alameda County, the festival provides wellness resources and entertainment for thousands of older adults from across the East Bay.

Date: Sep 24, 2026
Location: Oakland, Alameda County
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

Health and wellness booths covering nutrition and disease prevention
Live performances by the West Coast Blues Society band
Special theme focused on longevity lessons from the animal kingdom
Large-scale gathering attracting over 3,000 seniors

The festival features a wide array of informational booths where attendees can learn about chronic disease prevention, mobility support, mental fitness, and nutrition. In addition to health resources, the event includes live entertainment, such as performances by the West Coast Blues Society band. The gathering is a popular, sold-out occasion that often involves transporting seniors via bus from various regional senior centers to the zoo for a day of social bonding and community enrichment.

The 2026 event centered on the theme "Longevity Lessons from the Animal Kingdom." This programming drew inspiration from various animal species known for their resilience and long lifespans, translating those biological traits into actionable healthy aging advice for human participants. The festival encourages older adults to stay active and engaged through music, dance, and educational exhibits tailored to their specific needs.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Oakland Zoo; www.mercurynews.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Oakland, Alameda County

Organizer — source statement: Alameda County District 4 Supervisor Nate Miley and United Seniors of Oakland and Alameda County (USOAC) hosted the event; www.mercurynews.com
Admission — source statement: the popular sold-out event; www.mercurynews.com

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