Introducing the 2026 Silver Linings Senior Expo

Get ready, Arizona—the Silver Linings Senior Expo is launching its historic 2026 season across 10 vibrant cities, transforming from a humble community fair into the state’s premier celebration for active adults 55+! Packed with free health screenings, expert talks on estate planning and AI, interactive workshops, live 50s–70s music, a karaoke cash prize showdown, hourly giveaways, and a grand big-screen TV drawing, this isn’t just an event—it’s a life-enriching experience fostering friendships, combating isolation, and empowering seniors with resources from trusted partners like Claim My Legacy. Secure your free tickets now at ardstrategies.com/senior-expo and join the movement proving the golden years shine brightest with connection and joy! . . #SilverLiningsSeniorExpo #ArizonaSeniors #ActiveAging #SeniorExpo2026 #GoldenYearsGlow #ClaimMyLegacy #SeniorCommunity #KaraokeForSeniors #FreeSeniorEvents #AgingWithPurpose

Silver Linings Magazine

11/5/20253 min read

Silver Linings Senior Expo: Arizona’s 2026 Season Lights Up the State in 10 Cities!

From a Spark to a Statewide Celebration – Why 2026 Will Be Unforgettable

By David Walter, President & CEO, ARD Global Media Group

Picture this: a sunny Arizona morning, laughter echoing through a bustling hall, seniors belting out “Sweet Caroline” in a karaoke showdown, and someone walking away with a brand-new big-screen TV. That’s not a dream, it’s the Silver Linings Senior Expo in 2026, now exploding across 10 vibrant locations statewide.

What started as a humble community fair has morphed into Arizona’s #1 event series for active adults 55+. And this year? We’re not just growing, we’re redefining what golden years can mean.

The 2026 Tour: 10 Cities, Endless Possibilities

Mark your calendars as the Silver Linings Senior Expo is coming to:

  • Mesa: January 17, 2026

  • Glendale: March 21, 2026

  • Sun Lakes: April 18, 2026

  • Tucson: May 23, 2026

  • Peoria: June 20, 2026

  • Tempe: July 25, 2026

  • Chandler: August 22, 2026

  • Queen Creek: September 26, 2026

  • Sun City: October 24, 2026

  • Phoenix: November 21, 2026

Every venue chosen with you in mind: easy access, free parking, and a warm welcome for all mobility levels.

This Isn’t Your Average Trade Show. It’s a Celebration.

Forget stuffy booths and sales pitches. Silver Linings is where:

  • Friendships spark over coffee and karaoke

  • Health secrets are revealed in free screenings (worth hundreds!)

  • Laughter wins with karaoke cash prizes and hourly giveaways

  • Big prizes drop and someone’s taking home a giant TV

“These expos are my favorite days of the year,” says David Walter. “Seniors tell me they leave with new friends, smarter choices, and a spring in their step. That’s why we do this.”

2026 Highlights You’ll Wish You’d Seen Sooner

🎤 Karaoke Showdown – $100 Cash Prize!

Channel your inner Elvis or Aretha. Winners at every location!

🏆 Hourly Prize Drawings + Grand TV Giveaway

Stay all four hours—your odds keep climbing.

🎶 Live Music from the Golden Era

Miles King rocks Mesa with 50s–70s hits. Every city gets its own flavor of nostalgia.

🩺 Free Health Screenings

Quick Test Medical & Earlux offer complimentary hearing tests + wellness checks.

🧠 Expert Talks That Actually Matter

  • Estate Planning – Claim My Legacy

  • Scam-Proof Your Life – Attorney Kent Volkmer

  • Alzheimer’s Insights – Banner Alzheimer’s Institute

  • Medicare Made Simple – Voss Speros

  • AI for Seniors – Jacki (yes, tech can be fun!)

🤝 Interactive Workshops

In-Person Experts on Altheimers, dementia care, estate planning, end-of-life planning, technology and more. Ask anything, learn everything.

The Silver Linings Passport: Your VIP Adventure

1. Grab your free passport at check-in

2. Visit vendors and they’ll sign off on your passport.

3. Complete it? Get extra tickets for the TV drawing!

It’s fun, it’s free, and it guarantees you meet every life-changing resource.

Powered by Claim My Legacy

Every attendee gets a free expo bag stuffed with goodies, courtesy of Claim My Legacy, the company helping you preserve your assets for generations.

“We’re not just about today,” says Walter. “We’re about celebrating the legacy you’re building right now.”

Why This Matters (More Than You Think)

Loneliness hits seniors harder than smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Silver Linings fights back with connection, purpose, and joy.

  • Combat isolation with real conversations

  • Discover solutions you didn’t know existed

  • Stay active with dance demos, travel ideas, and fitness tips

  • Support local vendors like Humana, Apex Windows, ARD Strategies for Seniors, Claim My Legacy and Fred Astaire Dance Studio are here for you

Your Insider Playbook: Maximize the Magic

1. Register FREE at ardstrategies.com/senior-expo

2. Arrive early for your bag + passport

3. Bring a buddy: double the fun, half the walking

4. Wear comfy shoes because you’ll want to see everything

5. Ask bold questions because vendors love helping

6. Stay for karaoke because you might be the star

Get Involved!

  • Seniors: Grab free tickets. Bring friends.

  • Volunteers: Sign up to greet, guide, and glow.

  • Businesses: Limited booths left!

    Email david@ardstrategies.com or call 602-550-7365.

The Best Is Yet to Come

In 2026, Silver Linings Senior Expo isn’t just an event… It’s a movement. A statewide celebration proving that 55+ isn’t slowing down. It’s leveling up.

Come for the resources. Stay for the karaoke. Leave with a new lease on life.

Free admission. Free parking. Free refreshments. Free joy.

👉 Secure your spot now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-alert-unlock-your-golden-years-at-silver-linings-senior-expo-free-tickets-1629315158499

📞 Questions? Call David: 602-550-7365

Silver Linings Senior Expo: Where Arizona’s active adults don’t just age…They shine.

See you there as your golden years are about to get a whole lot brighter.