LeadingAge, ICAA Partner for Active Aging Week 2026

VANCOUVER—The International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) has announced that LeadingAge will support Active Aging Week 2026, presented by Humana.

Now in its 24th year, Active Aging Week is an international campaign dedicated to changing society’s perceptions of aging by celebrating the abilities, achievements and possibilities of older adults. LeadingAge said in 2025, more than 5,000 organizations across 14 countries hosted over 20,000 events, engaging more than one million participants and demonstrating the growing global momentum behind active aging.

“Active Aging Week is more than a celebration—it’s a global movement that challenges outdated perceptions of aging and highlights the important contributions older adults make every day,” said Colin Milner, CEO and founder of ICAA. “We’re grateful for LeadingAge’s continued support in helping expand the reach of Active Aging Week and inspiring more organizations to create opportunities for older adults to live active, engaged and purposeful lives.”

Active Aging Week 2026 will take place Oct. 5–11, with events hosted in senior living communities, wellness centers, YMCAs, parks and recreation departments, libraries, fitness centers, healthcare organizations and community venues around the world. Activities may include health fairs, fitness classes, educational seminars, cultural events, intergenerational programs, volunteer projects and social gatherings designed to celebrate aging well.

“We’re proud to stand with ICAA in expanding the possibilities for aging once again,” said Katie Smith Sloan, president and CEO of LeadingAge. “The week reflects our shared commitment to promoting wellbeing, meaningful engagement and communities where older adults can continue to contribute, connect and thrive.”