Events & Activities
Bringing joy to everyday life
Life at Oxford Villa is about more than where you live; it’s about how you live. Our active community is filled with meaningful engagement every single day. Our goal is to help you not only enjoy each day but thrive through the activities and friendships that matter most to you.
We believe engaged retirement happens when you have opportunities to stay active, connected, and curious. That’s why our Life Engagement team works alongside residents to design programming reflecting your passions, stories, and choices. If you’re looking for structured activities, casual social gatherings, or group outings to events in Wichita, KS, you’ll find them all here.
A full calendar of retirement activities
Every month, our community offers a dynamic mix of activities, outings, and programs. Our calendar is built with resident input, ensuring each event feels personal and purposeful. Highlights often include:
- Educational talks from local leaders
- Creative writing workshops and book clubs
- Restaurant outings to explore Wichita's dining scene
- Community service projects
- Watch parties and special sporting events
- Birthday and anniversary celebrations in the Blue Anchor Lounge
- Wellness center activities and walking group meetups around the lake
Learn more about how to stay active and engaged in retirement by checking out our exclusive LEGACY program.
Our unique life enrichment team personalizes resident activities to fulfill each letter of the word LEGACY in an effort to help that resident leave a lasting legacy in their own life. Click on each letter to learn more.
L - Learning
Oxford Villa creates new opportunities to engage you in lifelong learning and inspire your hobbies in retirement. We accommodate activities to seven unique learning styles that include:
- Visual Learning
- Logical Learning
- Verbal Learning
- Physical Learning
- Aural Learning
- Social Learning
- Solitary Learning
E - Expressive
Art, music, and writing give you ways to express yourself and add meaning to your days. Expression is the light we all have; we help you find it again through creative programming woven into daily life.
G - Gathering
Retirement shouldn't mean isolation. Our social spaces bring people together. New home, new neighbors, new relationships. We make meaningful connections part of every day.
A - Active
Active people are healthier and happier. We encourage you to keep moving physically and mentally. Every step of fitness classes, walking groups, and brain-stimulating activities counts toward health and happiness.
C - Community
We're a community hub, communicating with local schools, nursing programs, and community organizations. This is a place people love to visit and call home.
Y - Youth
Bridging generations enriches everyone. You’ll have opportunities to share your wisdom, stories, and life experiences with young people through intergenerational programs. The bonds formed create lasting legacies.
Exploring Wichita together
Oxford Villa connects you to the broader Wichita community through educational programming and group outings. We’ll bring guest speakers in for book signings, educational talks and school performances. Our concierge services help arrange transportation to Wichita events matching your interests. Through performances at local theaters, museums, shops, and restaurants, we’ll coordinate group outings so you can enjoy the city with your neighbors.
Your invitation to join us
If you’re looking for a community that values your independence while offering opportunities for engagement, Oxford Villa welcomes you to visit and take part. Scheduling a tour is a great way to pair a visit with one of our activities. You’ll have the chance to meet residents, interact with our team, and see firsthand how our programming will honor your interests.
