Orchard Park of Kyle is one of the best independent living, assisted living, and Memory Care senior living communities in the Austin, Texas area. Orchard Park of Kyle boasts a vibrant social life and an impressive activities schedule, with 40-50 on- and off-site activities every week. We even have big monthly themed activities, including an Elvis impersonator, a virtual trip to Japan, Irish dancers, and more. And, its convenient location on FM 1626 puts you in Austin in just 25 minutes. But Kyle isn’t such a small town anymore, and there’s plenty to do right around the corner! Here are our favorite things to do for seniors of their families near Orchard Park of Kyle, in Kyle, Texas.
Kyle Area Senior Zone
Kyle Area Senior Zone, also known as KASZ, hosts tons of activities and classes for seniors every week. This includes fitness classes, holiday parties, crochet classes, clubs for quilters and crocheters, games, movies, educational presentations, and more. KASZ comes to Orchard Park for socialization and participation in some of their activities, but you can easily attend more at Krug Activity Center in Downtown Kyle. And, it’s less than 3 miles away, so you won’t have to travel far!
City of Kyle Community Events
The City of Kyle itself is big on events and activities. Check out their calendar to see what’s happening this month! Recently, Kyle residents celebrated the Fourth of July with fireworks, followed by Art in the Park. They also host craft classes, Dungeons and Dragons, market days, family games, trivia night, outdoor movies, history chat, Paint n’ Sip, and more.
Outdoor Recreation
Take advantage of Kyle’s relatively mild climate with outdoor recreation options. While summers can be hot and muggy, you can still enjoy mornings and evenings outdoors, and spring and fall are great times to be outside. Here are some great things to do in Kyle for outdoorsy seniors and their families.
- Golf. Plum Creek Golf Course, known for its Texan beauty, has extremely well-maintained grounds and country club-style amenities. Walking is allowed if you enjoy a leisurely stroll, and beverage carts keep everyone happy.
- Lake Kyle is a great place for catch-and-release fishing, picnics, walking trails, and more.
- Walking paths and trails. Kyle continues to develop its trail system, including connected Vybe destinations and the Plum Creek Trail. Enjoy walking on the completed parts of these trails, and stay tuned for more!
Arts & Culture
While Austin may be more well-known for its art (and music) scene, there are still some good options right here in Kyle!
- Kyle Railroad Depot & Heritage Center, open Saturdays from 10-2, is a great place to learn more about Kyle’s history, as well as the history of the railroad. It’s likely to be nostalgic for seniors, and educational for their children and grandchildren.
- The Katherine Ann Porter Literary Center is the childhood home of Katherine Ann Porter, a renowned local author. It’s a great piece of Kyle history, and talks by visiting authors and speakers are open to the public. You can also make an appointment for a guided tour of this home.
- Does pie count as art? Here in the Pie Capital of Texas, it does! Texas Pie Company has, of course, world-famous pies, but it’s also a full-service diner with sandwiches, casseroles and quiches to go, soup, and daily specials.
As you can see, there are plenty of things to do right here in Kyle, Texas, right near Orchard Park of Kyle. Austin is right around the corner, but Orchard Park of Kyle is a great place to be! Take a tour today and see for yourself.
