Welcome to West of 50!
West of 50 is a welcoming space to take an engaging class, try a new activity, attend a fun event, or find social support. The program is designed for older adults (age 50+) in the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.
25% of The Center's visitors participate in one of our programs for older adults—come join our warm, supportive community. Stop to attend one of the many social, educational and support programs that we offer at The Center.
Celebrate Pride at the Tea Dance
Wednesday, June 25, 3:30 - 8:00 PM
Celebrate Denver Pride with your friends at West of 50! Join us for an evening on the rooftop of The Center, complete with music by DJ Blaque Gurl and captivating performances by Kaptain Inherpants and Juiccy Misdemeanor. Our lovely host August Celestial will be giving away prizes, including VIP tickets to Denver Pride!
Help Shape the Future of West of 50
West of 50 community members are invited to take our 2025 needs assessment. The purpose of this survey is to help us better understand the experiences, needs, and priorities of our community members. This survey will help guide the development of responsive, relevant, and accessible programming and support, and your feedback will help shape future offerings and ensure they reflect the community’s priorities.
Resources for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
West of 50 has compiled a guide of resources tailored to our community of LGBTQ+ older adults. Explore the guide to find resources for housing, financial and end-of-life planning, funeral services, food, and therapy for LGBTQ+ older adults.
Holiday Party and Art Show Photos - Visit the Flickr Album
Programs and Events
West of 50 hosts a large array of social, educational, and supportive programming weekly and monthly.
Meeting participants where they are at with their bodies, each session of this class introduces breathing technique, stretching, and healthy movement strategies.
Join West of 50 for our next Lunch Bunch meet up at Tocabe! Tocabe is currently the only American Indian owned and operated restaurant in Metro Denver.
This weekly group supports queer women through conversation, creativity, and learning. Peer-led conversations focus on relationships, health, occasional workshops, and more.
This weekly group supports queer men through conversation and friendship, held over delicious coffee and pastries.
Celebrate Denver Pride with your friends at West of 50! Join us for an evening on the rooftop of The Center, complete with music by DJ Blaque Gurl and captivating performances by Kaptain Inherpants and Juiccy Misdemeanor.
The Center on Colfax will be closed on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29, 2025, for Denver Pride
Join us at Civic Center Park from 11:00 AM - [...]
Our West of 50 space has a packed schedule of BINGO, erotic yard games, a pup play pit, and community presentations throughout the weekend.
A certified Silver Sneakers® instructor will lead participants through a complete series of chair assisted yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.
Club50 is a community group that drives West of 50 programs, creates volunteer opportunities, and makes meaningful change whenever possible.
The Center on Colfax will be closed Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause and we look forward to [...]
The Center on Colfax will be closed Monday, July 7, 2025 for staff recovery. We apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause and we look forward to resuming [...]
Push'n Pansies is a brave space for individuals to come together and discuss the end of life, learn about resources, and discover the strength to normalize aging and death.
Thankful 4U Thanksgiving Celebration Photos - Visit the Flickr Album
Get to Know West of 50
Meet some of our community members and learn more about the ways we support LGBTQ older adults.
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Tea Dance Photos - Visit the Flickr Album
Our Work
We believe empowering, respecting, and honoring the individuality of our older adults and strive to create an affirming environment in all that we do in the West of 50 Program.
West of 50 Blog
Memories of an Old Man: “Straight” Flew Out the Window
Memories of an Old Man is a series of memoirs written by West of 50 member, Ken Felts. [...]
West of 50 – February 2025 Newsletter
Wondering what's going on this month with The Center's West of 50 Older Adult Program? We've got you covered! Click the button below to read this month's newsletter. Check out the February Newsletter [...]
Memories of an Old Man: The Navy Years, Part 3
Memories of an Old Man is a series of memoirs written by West of 50 member, Ken Felts. [...]
